Infants ingest 15 times more microplastics than adults, new study finds
Researchers suggest the reason for the higher number found in infants is because they’re far more exposed to microplastics through items such as their teething toys, sippy cups and carpeting.
Researchers suggest the reason for the higher number found in infants is because they’re far more exposed to microplastics through items such as their teething toys, sippy cups and carpeting.
California oil spill: Authorities investigate if ship’s anchor struck pipeline
One of the largest oil spills in recent California history over the weekend closed beaches and continued to threaten wildlife on Monday.
One of the largest oil spills in recent California history over the weekend closed beaches and continued to threaten wildlife on Monday.
Company suspected in Huntington Beach oil spill had dozens of violations
Beta Operating Co. suspected in one of California’s largest oil spills has been cited 72 times for safety and environmental violations that were severe enough that drilling had to be curtailed or stopped to fix the problem, regulatory records show.
Beta Operating Co. suspected in one of California’s largest oil spills has been cited 72 times for safety and environmental violations that were severe enough that drilling had to be curtailed or stopped to fix the problem, regulatory records show.
‘Like autumn snapped her fingers’: Drone video shows leaves in Blue Ridge Mountains
Drone footage captured over the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina shows leaves beginning their dazzling autumn color transformation.
Drone footage captured over the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina shows leaves beginning their dazzling autumn color transformation.
Extreme drought uncovers 'ghost town' hidden under Utah reservoir
Drought conditions in Utah appear to have unearthed a hidden “ghost town” that is normally under the Rockport Reservoir.
Drought conditions in Utah appear to have unearthed a hidden “ghost town” that is normally under the Rockport Reservoir.
California oil spill: Wetlands may face ‘ecological disaster’ from pipeline failure
“We are starting to see oil-covered fish and birds washing up along our coastline," Huntington Beach Mayor Kim Carr said.
“We are starting to see oil-covered fish and birds washing up along our coastline," Huntington Beach Mayor Kim Carr said.
Fall foliage: Climate change affecting autumnal activity, experts say
Recent leaf-peeping seasons have been disrupted by weather conditions in New England, New York and elsewhere. Arborists and ecologists say the trend is likely to continue as the planet warms.
Recent leaf-peeping seasons have been disrupted by weather conditions in New England, New York and elsewhere. Arborists and ecologists say the trend is likely to continue as the planet warms.
Satellite pictures shows new headland amid La Palma volcano eruption
Meanwhile, the erupting volcano blew open two more fissures on its cone Friday.
Meanwhile, the erupting volcano blew open two more fissures on its cone Friday.
REV Midwest: 5 governors commit to network for charging electric vehicles
Governors of five Midwestern states have reached a bipartisan agreement to forge a network for charging electric vehicles.
Governors of five Midwestern states have reached a bipartisan agreement to forge a network for charging electric vehicles.
Kilauea eruption: Video captures lava spewing from Hawaii volcano
One of the most active volcanos on Earth is erupting on Hawaii’s Big Island.
One of the most active volcanos on Earth is erupting on Hawaii’s Big Island.
Enbridge says Line 3 oil pipeline complete, will be in service on Oct. 1
Enbridge Energy said its Line 3 oil pipeline is "substantially complete" and will be operational on Friday, Oct. 1.
Enbridge Energy said its Line 3 oil pipeline is "substantially complete" and will be operational on Friday, Oct. 1.
NASA launches satellite that will track Earth’s ‘health’
NASA launched the Landsat 9 on Sept. 27. It will continue a 50-year legacy to track the health of the planet.
NASA launched the Landsat 9 on Sept. 27. It will continue a 50-year legacy to track the health of the planet.
Preventing dust during overseeing
If you want green grass this winter, you'll need to plant your winter ryegrass soon. FOX 10's Ty Brennan visits the Maricopa County Air Quality Department to find out some tips on how to reduce dust and pollution in our air.
If you want green grass this winter, you'll need to plant your winter ryegrass soon. FOX 10's Ty Brennan visits the Maricopa County Air Quality Department to find out some tips on how to reduce dust and pollution in our air.
Ultra-white paint could reduce need for AC, Purdue researchers say
Researchers at Purdue University hope an ultra-white paint could curb global warming.
Researchers at Purdue University hope an ultra-white paint could curb global warming.
Volvo aims for all cars to be leather-free and fully electric by 2030
Volvo said its vehicles will be completely leather-free by 2030, as the company also works toward its goal of being fully electric.
Volvo said its vehicles will be completely leather-free by 2030, as the company also works toward its goal of being fully electric.
Projections on drought-hit Colorado River grow more dire
A projection released by the federal government paints an even more troubling picture for the Colorado River.
A projection released by the federal government paints an even more troubling picture for the Colorado River.
Betty Reid Soskin: Oldest active National Park Service ranger turns 100
Betty Reid Soskin is known as being a civil rights activist, musician and pioneering businesswoman and was also awarded a commemorative coin personally presented to her by President Barack Obama in 2016 for being the oldest ranger in the park service.
Betty Reid Soskin is known as being a civil rights activist, musician and pioneering businesswoman and was also awarded a commemorative coin personally presented to her by President Barack Obama in 2016 for being the oldest ranger in the park service.
California middle school named for nation's oldest living park ranger
Congratulations Betty Reid Soskin. A middle school in El Sobrante was named Wednesday for the nation's oldest living National Park Service ranger, who also happened to be celebrating her 100th birthday during the ribbon cutting.
Congratulations Betty Reid Soskin. A middle school in El Sobrante was named Wednesday for the nation's oldest living National Park Service ranger, who also happened to be celebrating her 100th birthday during the ribbon cutting.
Squish on sight: State officials urging residents to kill Instagram-worthy insect
State officials are pleading with residents to squish a beautiful yet invasive species of insect due to it wreaking havoc on local flora.
State officials are pleading with residents to squish a beautiful yet invasive species of insect due to it wreaking havoc on local flora.
K-pop stars BTS talk climate change, COVID-19 vaccines in UN speech
Korean pop stars BTS addressed the United Nations Tuesday to advocate for COVID-19 vaccines and urge action to fight climate change.
Korean pop stars BTS addressed the United Nations Tuesday to advocate for COVID-19 vaccines and urge action to fight climate change.