Today’s news
World Faces Mounting Waste Crisis as Volumes Surge
New World Bank report reveals global municipal solid waste could grow 50% by 2050, with fastest increases in Africa and South Asia.

Windsurfer Collides with Gray Whale in San Francisco Bay
The man and the whale appeared unharmed after the unusual incident was caught on video.
Humpback Whale Washes Ashore at New Jersey's Sandy Hook
Marine biologists prepare to investigate cause of death as second whale incident this year raises concerns.
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Apr. 2, 2026
Mid-America Transplant Begins Drone Blood Sample Deliveries
Organ procurement organization first in nation to use drones for donor blood transport
Apr. 2, 2026
Avian Reconditioning Center Helps Injured Birds of Prey in Apopka
The nonprofit facility rehabilitates and releases raptors, while also educating the public about these important indicator species.
Apr. 2, 2026
Antidepressant Pollution Disrupts Learning in Male Fish
New study finds common medication in waterways impairs cognitive abilities in male fish only
Apr. 2, 2026
Federal Court Rules Forest Service Plan Violates Endangered Species Act
Judge finds flaws in analysis used to create 2023 Nantahala-Pisgah Forest Management Plan
Apr. 2, 2026
New York Invests $25M in Farm Climate Resilience Projects
Funding supports sustainability, soil health, and emissions reduction on over 130 farms across the state.
Apr. 2, 2026
White Terns Thrive in Honolulu's Urban Landscape
Native seabird population surges 50% in past decade, defying fate of other Hawaiian birds
Apr. 2, 2026
Honolulu's Concrete Jungle Welcomes Thriving Seabird Colony
White tern population surges over 50% in urban Oahu as species adapts to city life.
Apr. 2, 2026
White Terns Thrive in Honolulu's Urban Landscape
Native seabird population soars in Hawaii's largest city, defying fate of other indigenous birds.
Apr. 2, 2026
Juvenile Whale Swims Up Willapa River in Southwest Washington
The unexpected appearance of the whale in the freshwater river has drawn crowds of spectators.
Apr. 2, 2026
Estero Grapples with Balancing Development and Environmental Stability
East Corkscrew Road expansion raises concerns over wetland loss, flooding, and water quality issues
Apr. 2, 2026
Salt Lake City Sees Steady Drop in Emissions
Declining levels of major pollutants point to progress on air quality
Apr. 2, 2026
Research Finds Sheep Grazing Benefits Bees in Montana
Sheep grazing helps create nesting sites for solitary bees, according to a Montana State University study.
Apr. 1, 2026
40 Animal Species Granted UN International Protection
Snowy owls, cheetahs, and hammerhead sharks among the newly protected species.
Apr. 1, 2026
China's Air Pollution Crackdown Unleashes Hidden Global Warming
Cutting aerosols reveals the full force of greenhouse gas warming, contributing to rapid Arctic ice melt.
Apr. 1, 2026
Decades-Old Canned Salmon Reveals Surprising Signs of Ocean Recovery
Researchers find rising parasite levels in some salmon species, suggesting a healthier marine ecosystem over time.
Apr. 1, 2026
New Planet Classroom Episode Examines Ocean Justice and Net-Zero Accountability
Coastal communities in Mauritius showcase climate adaptation, biodiversity conservation, and equitable net-zero implementation.
Apr. 1, 2026
Aquatic Robot Boosts Species Monitoring, Hydropower
eDNA-bot collects, processes, and analyzes environmental DNA samples in real-time
Apr. 1, 2026
Federal Judge Approves Nevada Lithium Mine Despite Conservationists' Concerns for Rare Wildflower
The $2 billion Rhyolite Ridge Lithium/Boron Mine Project will move forward despite worries about its impact on the endangered Tiehm's buckwheat.
Apr. 1, 2026
Thawing Permafrost Could Accelerate Climate Change
New lab experiments show dramatic increase in gas permeability as Arctic soils warm, raising concerns about amplified greenhouse gas emissions.
Apr. 1, 2026
Federal Judge Approves Nevada Lithium Mine Despite Conservationists' Concerns
The $2 billion Rhyolite Ridge Lithium/Boron Mine Project aims to produce materials for electric vehicle batteries and other products.