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Why giraffes are about to join the endangered species list for the first time
The popular zoo animal has experienced a dramatic population decline, and it has become so severe that the U.S. government is now taking action to protect them.
US Health officials report first known case of new, more severe strain of monkeypox
The first known case in the United States of a more severe strain of the monkeypox virus was confirmed in California Saturday.
Chewing this type of gum may decrease the risk of giving birth prematurely — doc admits: 'It surprised us all'
In the US, preterm birth accounts for about 10% of births annually.
Inside the murder of a missionary in Angola, allegedly planned by his wife and her lover in $50K 'crime of passion'
Beau, wife Jackie Shroyer and their five children had been in "the remote bush" in the West African nation since setting up a mission there in 2021.
Wife of US missionary killed in Africa was having affair with guard — and hired him to help kill hubby: cops
Jackie Shroyer, a 44-year-old mom of five, allegedly paid her illicit boyfriend and two other men a total of $50,000 to kill her former police-officer husband, Beau Shroyer, 44, last...
Prince William addresses 'brutal' 2024 after Kate Middleton and King Charles' cancer diagnoses: 'Hardest year of my life'
"It's been dreadful," the prince admitted.
You can now soar over the world's most spectacular vistas and wildlife — without ever leaving your couch
Talk about soaring to new heights.
Prince William shares sweet promise he made to daughter Princess Charlotte after Eras Tour
Prince William's eco-initiative celebrated its fourth year.
Church 'in disbelief' after wife of killed US missionary is arrested in connection to his death
Beau Shroyer’s parish, Lakes Area Vineyard Church, announced in a statement Friday that his wife, Jackie Shroyer, was arrested but offered no other details.
Gunman who shot Jewish man near Chicago synagogue is illegal migrant who targeted victim in antisemitic attack: sources
Sidi Mohamed Abdallahi, 22 — who hails from Mauritania — crossed into San Diego in March 2023 and was screened by border agents, who quickly released him into the US,...
Iowa resident dies of suspected West African virus that can cause permanent hearing loss
Lassa fever can cause permanent hearing loss and deafness among patients with both mild and severe cases. About 1 in 3 cases experience various levels of hearing loss, according to...
Church pastor, father of 5 killed in 'act of violence' after relocating family to Africa for 'long-term' missionary work
“Our dear brother and friend Beau Shroyer was killed in an act of violence while serving Jesus in Angola, Africa.”
Ape bites off Cincinnati Zoo worker's thumb at feeding time: report
A worker feeding primates at the Cincinnati Zoo on Friday landed in the hospital after a bonobo at the Jungle Trails enclosure bit off his thumb, according to reports.
National Geographic anoints top travel destinations for 2025 — from Barbados to Boise (yes, the one in Idaho)
Next stop, the Spud State? National Geographic has published its annual list of "Best of the World" travel destinations for 2025 — and it'll have you jetting everywhere from obscure Indonesian...
Over 140 people, including children, killed in 'massive inferno' after fuel tanker explodes in Nigeria
More than 140 people, including children, were killed in Nigeria when an overturned gasoline tanker truck exploded in flames while they tried to scoop up fuel, emergency services said Wednesday.
'Failed' Russian drone could give Ukraine key insight into new tech
A menacing Russian combat drone shot down over Ukraine is expected to provide valuable insight into Russia’s newest deadly weapon.
Suspected attacks by Yemen’s Houthi rebels target ship in Red Sea
A series of suspected attacks by Yemen’s Houthi rebels targeted a ship on Thursday in the Red Sea, authorities said.
Flooding in the Sahara desert fills lake that had been dry for 50 years
A September deluge was the most seen in decades, particularly in the southeastern village of Rabat, where 4 inches of rain poured in a day.
This African nation is welcoming tourists and Hollywood investors
The most exciting place to visit in Africa right now is an off-the-beaten-path nation better known for making tragic headlines than attracting tourists.
Nearly 1,000 tourists fall ill while visiting luxury vacation hotspot
Almost 1,000 tourists struck down by a mysterious stomach bug are taking legal action against luxury hotels while staying on the West African island country of Cape Verde.