Buyer renovating home pulls up floorboards—calls police over what she finds
Social-media users were intrigued by the mystery finding in Australia, with one saying, "I wouldn't assume anything."
Kill starfish now to save Great Barrier Reef—Scientists
These starfish can each munch over 100 square feet of coral every year, so culling them can help degrading reefs recover.
Dad shares 5-word message he'll always have for sons as they grow up
Ben said he created the video because he's got three young boys and is "worried for their life ahead."
China's military ships watch US and allied navies
Chinese warships are shadowing the U.S.-Philippine-French joint flotilla within Manila's internationally recognized exclusive economic zone.
China warns America not to 'sow chaos' during largest US and allied drills
Some 17,000 military personnel from the U.S., Philippines, Australia and France are taking part in this year's Balikatan exercise amid tensions with China.
Snakes and lizards are locked in an epic evolutionary battle
"Most large varanids or monitor lizards that prey on venomous snakes have inherited neurotoxin resistance," researcher Bryan Fry said.
US and ally begin major military exercise on "China's doorstep"
This year's edition of the Balikatan exercise, the largest yet, is taking place near two Asia-Pacific hotspots.
Father rips shark's mouth off son in fishing trip horror
Nathan Ness, 16, reeled in the great white shark while fishing but it wasn't long before the predator sunk its teeth into his leg.
Woman given terminal diagnosis over mole living best life 30 years later
"It is devastating when you're faced with your own mortality, but you've got to stay positive and say I can do this."
"Incredible" clip shows scientist and octopus "communicating" in the wild
The footage comes from an upcoming National Geographic documentary series produced by James Cameron.
Chinese state media issues "extreme danger" warning to key US ally
Australia's recently released 2024 National Defense Strategy accused China of "coercive tactics."
Crocodile hunted as teenage boy found dead
The teen disappeared after a boat broke down in rough water conditions near Saibai Island, which is home to saltwater crocodiles.
Female-only app CEO sends message to Joe Rogan
Giggle for Girls CEO Sall Grover has been sued for revoking the membership of a transgender woman from her app.
"Ghostly" animal just discovered named after "Harry Potter" character
The new species shares several characteristics with one well-known character.
Extinct giant kangaroos discovered in Australia
One species was twice as tall as today's red kangaroo, which can stand up to nearly 6 feet.
Bishop stabbed during middle of church service
A bishop was attacked during a service at Christ The Good Shepherd Church in the Wakeley area of Sydney, Australia.
Princess Kate responds to Sydney stabbing attack
The Prince and Princess of Wales said they were "shocked and saddened" by a stabbing rampage in Sydney that left six people dead.
Six killed in Sydney mall stabbing attack
New South Wales Police declared a critical situation at Westfield mall at Bondi junction.
US and ally stand their ground amid China tensions
The U.S. Navy remained in the contested South China Sea this week, despite ongoing protests by Beijing.
China protests after US rallies allies in South China Sea
Biden's upcoming summit with Japanese and Philippine leaders is expected to address countering China in the Asia-Pacific.
Better Planet
Great Barrier Reef update on "extremely worrying" heatwaves
If the global climate continues to warm, above 3°C pre-industrial levels, this cooling barrier could disappear meaning even more mass bleaching.
US and allied navies patrol China-claimed waters amid territorial tensions
The exercises came just days ahead of the first-ever trilateral dialogue between President Biden and his Philippine and Japanese counterparts.
Mammal feared extinct spotted on remote farm
This creature "was thought to be extinct a couple of decades ago, so it's a really rare and threatened species," said Bush Heritage Australia's Nick Mogford.
Whales caught in rare mating ritual
"It was a spectacular display of massive power and grace, one of the great sights in nature," researcher Peter Gill said of the experience.
"Dangerous" 14-foot crocodile that stalked locals for months finally caught
"People should be Crocwise by making sensible choices around waterways and avoiding complacency," a wildlife officer said.
Pet owner catches dog having a moment to itself to enjoy the sunset
Nora Shervitus shared heartwarming footage of the pet pooch gazing out across the water.
Whales find "unusual" way of defending themselves against orca attacks
"They actually have this really reddish coloured poo," marine biologist Jennah Tucker said. "It's called defensive defecation."
Snake kills man removing it from preschool
The man was bitten multiple times on the hand and arm while trying to remove the snake from a child's care center.
"Snake hunter" bitten by tiger snake is facing multiple organ failure
"I watched him lose consciousness very fast in front of my eyes," Mark Pelley's daughter posted online in Australia.
McDonald's closes amid global IT outage
McDonald's restaurants around the world have been impacted by an apparent IT outage.