What killed over 500 penguins? Avian flu or improbable bug? : NPR
A small group of Adélie penguins returns to their colony. A megacolony of these penguins was hit by a large mortality in early 2024. Ralph Vanstrels hide caption toggle caption I Ralph Vanstrels Sailing to the Danger Islands, Dr. Ralph Vanstreels had a…
Comfort foods can expose you to more than 1,000 microplastic particles per week
Do you want to reduce your consumption of microplastics? Scientists have a new suggestion. These tiny pieces of plastic may seem completely unavoidable: they break down into tiny particles that enter the body through breathing, skin contact and, of…
First flu-related death of the season reported in eastern Idaho
BLACKFOOT — A person over the age of 75 in Bingham County has died from a flu-related illness, according to Southeast Idaho Public Health. This death marks the first flu-associated death in eastern Idaho during the 2026-2027 flu season and the third in…
Golden Retriever and Puppy’s Chicken Costume Makes This Family Outing Look Like a Poultry Parade
A couple of Golden Retrievers stole the show online after their owner dressed them in matching chicken costumes for an adorable outdoor outing. The viral Instagram Reel, shared by @cant_believe_its_butter, shows the two dogs walking around in fluffy…
CDC identifies drug-resistant superbugs that threaten Americans
October 28, 2026Updated October 29, 2026, 11:19 a.m. ET Germs that cannot be treated even with the strongest antibiotics are responsible for more than 50,000 deaths each year in the United States, according to a new report from the Centers for Disease…
Possible measles exposure reported at Lebanon County Target, DOH says
LEBANON, Pennsylvania. — The Pennsylvania Department of Health is warning of potential exposure to measles in a Lebanon County target, according to a statement released Thursday. Video above: Headlines from WGAL News 8 Today. Officials said a person who…
Trendy longevity supplement fails in major Parkinson’s trial
This theory has not aged well. In a new study, a popular supplement commonly marketed to improve longevity failed to show significant benefits for people with early-stage Parkinson’s disease. The results dash hopes that the vitamin B3 derivative…
First food pyramid of its kind released with international seal of approval – and goes against Trump’s advice
Want to bookmark your favorite articles and stories to read or view later? Start your independent membership today. Join us today Already a member? Log in A unique food pyramid, developed by a group of international nutritionists, has been released and…
A Golden Retriever Came to the Dog Park to Supervise, Not to Socialize
A Golden Retriever caught the attention of viewers after an Instagram Reel showed him standing apart from a group of dogs in a park while the other pups mingled and played. The video, shared by digital creator Joey on @joey_how_u_doinnn, shows the dog…
Experts warn of wider spread as Ebola outbreak plateaus
NEW YORK (AP) – Congo’s Ebola outbreak has passed a dark stage this week – 10,000 confirmed cases – and has sparked questions about whether health authorities are losing their ability to contain it. Nearly half of those infected in that outbreak…