Public Pushback Ends Goose Gassing Plan
After mounting pressure from animal rights advocates and state lawmakers, Michigan has officially halted a controversial program to euthanize Canada geese using gas. The plan, which would have allowed the roundup of thousands of geese during their molting season, faced intense backlash over its perceived inhumanity and disproportionate scope. State wildlife officials confirmed that no […]
The Surprising Place Solar Panels Are Headed Next
A new wave of renewable energy is emerging on the open seas. Italian engineering firm Saipem has launched XolarSurf, a modular floating solar prototype built to thrive in extreme marine environments. Designed to endure punishing winds, waves, and saltwater exposure, this ocean-based system aims to capture solar energy where land is scarce but sunlight is […]
He Returned to School at 79 and Made Rutgers History
At 85 years old, Tom Maniscalco is about to become Rutgers University’s oldest-ever graduate. After dropping out more than six decades ago, he returned in his late seventies to finish what he started—one course at a time. Motivated by a promise to his late father, he pursued the mechanical engineering degree he once left behind, […]
The Golf Balls That Dissolve in Water and Feed Fish Too
Golf balls may not seem like a major environmental concern — until you learn that more than a billion of them are lost each year in the U.S. alone. But a Spanish company is swinging for change with a golf ball that vanishes in water and actually helps marine life. Albus Golf’s Ecobioball is a […]
Scientists Develop a Gel to Help Coral Recolonize Dying Reefs
Scientists have developed a clever new way to help coral find its way home — and it all comes down to scent. A team at UC San Diego has created a special gel called SNAP-X that mimics the chemical cues of healthy reefs, encouraging baby coral to settle and grow. Coral larvae usually avoid damaged […]
Brilliant Blue Creature Discovered in the Amazon
A dazzling new species of poison dart frog has been uncovered deep in Brazil’s Amazon, and its vibrant color is turning heads in the science world. Named Ranitomeya aquamarina for its shimmering blue-green stripes, the tiny amphibian was found in the Juruá River basin by a team led by researcher Evan Koch. This “Amazonian hidden […]
A Crowd of Golden Retrievers Gather to Honor a Fellow Boston Canine
More than 100 golden retrievers filled Boston Common with wagging tails and gentle paws in a touching tribute to Spencer, the official dog of the Boston Marathon. Alongside them, many also honored Spencer’s sister, Penny—both beloved pups passed away from cancer earlier this year. The golden parade, organized by MA Golden Meetups, paused for a […]
How Man’s Best Friend Transformed A Life
Joe Denti spent more than three decades behind bars, but it was the wagging tails and wet noses of shelter dogs that helped him turn the page. As a longtime participant in Missouri’s Puppies for Parole program, Denti trained and rehabilitated rescue dogs, giving them a second chance—and finding healing himself in the process. The […]
Kangaroos Score a Big Win Against Adidas
Adidas has officially ended its use of kangaroo leather in athletic footwear, marking a powerful shift in the global conversation around animal welfare in fashion. The announcement came after a direct appeal from the Center for a Humane Economy, whose president urged Adidas leadership to take a stand during the brand’s annual general meeting. This […]
Fast-Fashion Giant Takes a Big Step for Animals
Fast-fashion retailer Shein has announced a sweeping ban on the sale of fur and exotic animal skins across its entire platform, including products from third-party sellers. The move expands on its existing no-fur policy for in-house brands and brings the entire Shein Marketplace in line with animal welfare standards promoted by advocates. The update follows […]