Marc Osselmann 
A tragic incident unfolded in Canada’s Banff National Park, where a couple was discovered dead in what appears to be an attack by an “aggressive” grizzly bear. Park officials received a report of a bear attack on Friday night and made their way to the Red Deer River Valley, where they found the couple’s lifeless …
By Todd Woody | Bloomberg Did you know that rising groundwater poses a little-known climate threat? This threat could potentially release toxic chemicals from over 132,000 contaminated sites in coastal areas of the US. In a groundbreaking study, researchers estimated the number of polluted industrial sites and mapped them to areas that are likely to …
An extraordinary discovery has been made in the Gulf of Mexico—a rare and uniquely American whale species that could have significant implications for the oil drilling industry. According to the Washington Post, despite the critically endangered status of the “Rice’s whale,” Big Oil is determined to maintain its lease in these highly profitable waters. …
Receive free Lex updates We’ll send you a myFT Daily Digest email rounding up the latest Lex news every morning. The UK’s green ambitions have fallen out of favor. An example of this is the country’s carbon price which has dropped to £36 per tonne, less than 50% of the EU level. Prime Minister Rishi …
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — The impending government shutdown may disrupt a beloved Alaska tradition: Fat Bear Week. Fat Bear Week, a highly anticipated event in Alaska, involves residents choosing their favorite well-fed brown bear in Katmai National Park & Preserve. Viewers can participate in the tournament-style contest by voting online for the bears they want …
By ANDREW SELSKY | Associated Press The U.S. West Coast, responsible for more than 90% of America’s wine production, faces a significant challenge due to its vulnerability to wildfires. This dangerous combination proved catastrophic for the wine industry in 2020, prompting scientists to urgently seek solutions. If you’ve ever tasted a good wine, you may …
Efforts are underway to save the remaining river dolphins in Lake Tefé, located in the Amazon. Over the past week, more than 100 of these dolphins have been found dead. While the cause of the deaths is still unknown, experts believe it is closely related to the ongoing drought and the high temperatures in …
Receive free Carbon tax updates Sign up to receive a daily digest email from myFT and stay updated on the latest Carbon tax news every morning. Rishi Sunak’s recent adjustments to UK climate targets have had a significant impact on British exporters. Within the next decade, they will be faced with hundreds of millions of …
In a rare and captivating twist, a sea lion at the Central Park Zoo in New York City took advantage of severe flooding to venture beyond her enclosure and explore the zoo grounds. Sally, one of the three sea lions at the zoo, was able to swim freely as rising floodwaters allowed her to escape …
The OC Board of Supervisors has approved a $88 million excavation contract for the Prima Deshecha Landfill, which will significantly extend its lifespan, according to officials. By increasing the landfill’s capacity, this project will effectively address the waste disposal needs of south Orange County until 2102, ensuring the efficient management of waste. The current area …