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Cecil the lion with his pride, taken sometime in 2012 before his death by trophy kill shooting in 2015. Photo credit: shutterstock.com.

Trophy Hunter Claims the Life of Xanda, Cecil the Lion's Son

It is not yet clear who was responsible for the killing, which has sparked a vast public outcry.

July 20, 2017 17:17

The overall temperature of the first half of 2017 was 1.6 degrees higher than the previous average. Photo credit: shutterstock.com.

Feeling Toasty? This Year's First Half Was the Second Warmest On Record

Uniquely, 2017's warm temperatures cannot be blamed on the El Niño.

July 20, 2017 12:18

The Swiss Alps can be a hostile environment to humans traversing near them. Photo credit: shutterstock.com.

After 75 Years, Shrinking Swiss Glacier Reveals the Bodies of Missing Swiss Couple

Forensic specialists believe that similar discoveries may happen with the melting of glaciers over time.

July 20, 2017 12:12

Selfie sticks have seen an increase in popularity in recent time. Photo credit: shutterstock.com.

Selfie Sticks, Food Trucks, and Glass Bottles All Targets of Milan Ban

The measure is an attempt to preserve the city's authenticity for tourists and locals alike.

July 19, 2017 10:24

Although fireplans, such as the one pictured here, are often used to fight forest fires, windy conditions can make their deployment difficult. Photo credit: shutterstock.com.

Forest Fires Blaze Through Montenegro, Croatia

Tourists have been asked to evacuate as the fire inches closer and closer to the popular Croatian resort town of Split.

July 17, 2017 18:36

Ancient oaks of the Białowieża Forest. Photo credit: shutterstock.com.

The EU Wants to Ban All Logging in This Polish Forest

The beautiful Białowieża Forest is home to ancient oak trees and a diverse population of animals. Why is it now being logged?

July 14, 2017 19:52

Icebergs in the Antarctic peninsula. Increased icebergs pose a challenge to maritime traffic.

A Large Iceberg Has Broken Away From the Antarctic Peninsula

The breakaway of the iceberg, which will likely be called "A68", was not due to human-made climate change, scientists say.

July 12, 2017 17:38

The skeleton of an African elephant. Today, only around 400,000 African elephants exist in the wild - more than half of what their population was in the early 1900s. Photo credit: shutterstock.com.

Welcome to the Era of Biological Annihilation, Experts Say

A new study published by the National Academy of Sciences has revealed some alarming realities about the future of species vitality.

July 11, 2017 16:08

The Ganges River here is seen in Rishikesh, India. The river is an important river in the country not only for environmental reasons, but also for reasons of spirituality. Editorial credit: anandoart / Shutterstock.com

The Ganges River is Dying, and Dying Fast

The Ganges is one of the world's most polluted rivers, and a recent ruling by the Supreme Court may hinder efforts to put legislation in place that would encourage its protection.

July 10, 2017 16:12