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Today: December 13, 2025
Today: December 13, 2025

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Environment|Science

EPA websites now downplay link between humans and climate change

EPA websites now downplay link between humans and climate change

EPA websites now downplay link between humans and climate change
Environment|Travel|US

Trump’s face will replace images of national parks on some annual passes, environmental group sues to stop change

Trump’s face will replace images of national parks on some annual passes, environmental group sues to stop change

Trump’s face will replace images of national parks on some annual passes, environmental group sues to stop change
Arts|Asia|Environment|Political|World

Border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia intensify with airstrikes and artillery attacks

Cambodia says Thailand has launched more airstrikes as heavy fighting flares along their border

Border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia intensify with airstrikes and artillery attacks
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‘Trump Gold Card’ launches, offering expedited immigration pathway with a $1 million fee

‘Trump Gold Card’ launches, offering expedited immigration pathway with a $1 million fee

‘Trump Gold Card’ launches, offering expedited immigration pathway with a $1 million fee
Education|Environment|World

Record flooding threatens Washington as more heavy rain pounds the Northwest

Residents of western Washington state began packing up and fleeing rising rivers as heavy rain causes rivers to rise

Record flooding threatens Washington as more heavy rain pounds the Northwest
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Botulism outbreak sickens more than 50 babies and expands to all ByHeart products

Federal health officials have expanded an outbreak of infant botulism tied to ByHeart baby formula to include any illnesses reported since the company began production in 2022

Botulism outbreak sickens more than 50 babies and expands to all ByHeart products
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|US

FACT FOCUS: Trump blames Biden for the agricultural trade deficit. It's not that simple

As President Donald Trump announced a $12 billion farm aid package this week to help U.S. farmers hurt by tariffs, he placed responsibility for the U.S. agricultural trade deficit on former President Joe Biden

FACT FOCUS: Trump blames Biden for the agricultural trade deficit. It's not that simple
Environment|Science|World

Blend of unusual weather conditions brings trillions of gallons in persistent rain to the Northwest

A powerful atmospheric river has drenched Washington state with nearly 5 trillion gallons of rain over the past week

Blend of unusual weather conditions brings trillions of gallons in persistent rain to the Northwest
Asia|Environment|Science|World

Ocean warmed by climate change fed intense rainfall and deadly floods in Asia, study finds

Ocean temperatures warmed by human-caused climate change fed the intense rainfall that triggered deadly floods and landslides across Asia in recent weeks, according to an analysis released Wednesday

Ocean warmed by climate change fed intense rainfall and deadly floods in Asia, study finds
Economy|Environment|Health|Political|World

Aid flow into Gaza falls short of the ceasefire terms, Israeli figures show

Aid deliveries into Gaza are falling short of the amount agreed upon in the U.S.-brokered ceasefire

Aid flow into Gaza falls short of the ceasefire terms, Israeli figures show
Business|Economy|Environment

First of 30 oil lease sales planned for Gulf of Mexico draws $300 million from companies

Oil companies have offered $300 million for drilling rights in the Gulf of Mexico in the first offshore lease sale for the region since 2023

First of 30 oil lease sales planned for Gulf of Mexico draws $300 million from companies
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|World

A misplaced wire label on a container ship and other mishaps likely caused the Baltimore bridge collapse, NTSB says

A misplaced wire label on a container ship and other mishaps likely caused the Baltimore bridge collapse, NTSB says

A misplaced wire label on a container ship and other mishaps likely caused the Baltimore bridge collapse, NTSB says
Environment|Political|Science|World

Trump administration taps election fraud crusader to help lead FEMA

Trump administration taps election fraud crusader to help lead FEMA

Trump administration taps election fraud crusader to help lead FEMA
Environment|Science|Technology|World

NASA loses contact with its Maven spacecraft orbiting Mars for the past decade

NASA has lost contact with a spacecraft that's been orbiting Mars for more than a decade

NASA loses contact with its Maven spacecraft orbiting Mars for the past decade
Business|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

San Francisco woman gives birth in a Waymo self-driving taxi

Waymo's self-driving taxis have been in the spotlight for both negative and positive reasons

San Francisco woman gives birth in a Waymo self-driving taxi
Economy|Environment|Political|Science|World

First rain of autumn falls in Iran's capital, but the drought-ravaged nation needs far more

Rain has finally fallen in Iran's capital after months of drought

First rain of autumn falls in Iran's capital, but the drought-ravaged nation needs far more
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Political

'Once in a generation opportunity': Narcan to be distributed to every public school in Georgia

'Once in a generation opportunity': Narcan to be distributed to every public school in Georgia

'Once in a generation opportunity': Narcan to be distributed to every public school in Georgia
Business|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Local rescue builds outdoor shelters for cats during winter months

Local rescue builds outdoor shelters for cats during winter months

Local rescue builds outdoor shelters for cats during winter months
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Travel

Truckers prepare for treacherous roads as blizzard conditions threaten central Iowa

Truckers prepare for treacherous roads as blizzard conditions threaten central Iowa

Truckers prepare for treacherous roads as blizzard conditions threaten central Iowa
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Technology

Thousands sign petition to pause robot deliveries after alleged crashes, obstructions in Chicago

Thousands sign petition to pause robot deliveries after alleged crashes, obstructions in Chicago

Thousands sign petition to pause robot deliveries after alleged crashes, obstructions in Chicago
Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

From early cars to generative AI, new technologies create demand for specialized materials

The mass adoption of new technologies drives demand for rare and complex materials used in their manufacture.

From early cars to generative AI, new technologies create demand for specialized materials
Education|Environment|Health

Doulas play essential roles in reproductive health care – and more states are beginning to recognize it

Doulas bring a holistic, person-centered approach that can improve birth outcomes and lower overall costs.

Doulas play essential roles in reproductive health care – and more states are beginning to recognize it
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Science

Exposure to neighborhood violence leads some Denver teens to use tobacco and alcohol earlier, new study shows

Girls are at an even greater risk of early substance use than boys.

Exposure to neighborhood violence leads some Denver teens to use tobacco and alcohol earlier, new study shows
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

New industry standards and tech advances make pre-owned electronics a viable holiday gift option

Seeing more refurbished electronic devices on the market? Thank tech innovation – and the government regulation that sparked it.

New industry standards and tech advances make pre-owned electronics a viable holiday gift option
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Sports|Technology

From FIFA to the LA Clippers, carbon offset scandals are exposing the gap between sports teams’ green promises and reality

There are better ways for teams to cut their climate impact.

From FIFA to the LA Clippers, carbon offset scandals are exposing the gap between sports teams’ green promises and reality
Environment|Science|Technology

Underwater ‘storms’ are eating away at the Doomsday Glacier. It could have big impacts on sea level rise

Underwater ‘storms’ are eating away at the Doomsday Glacier. It could have big impacts on sea level rise

Underwater ‘storms’ are eating away at the Doomsday Glacier. It could have big impacts on sea level rise
Business|Economy|Environment

A new threat to affordability – just in time for winter

A new threat to affordability – just in time for winter

A new threat to affordability – just in time for winter
Business|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Southeast Asia embraces offshore wind power, as Trump bashes renewable energy

Southeast Asia is embracing the embattled offshore wind industry as it reels from U.S. President Donald Trump’s rejection of renewable energy

Southeast Asia embraces offshore wind power, as Trump bashes renewable energy
Asia|Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Cambodia vows fierce fight against Thailand in their escalating border conflict

Cambodia and Thailand are engaged in renewed fighting, forcing tens of thousands to flee border areas

Cambodia vows fierce fight against Thailand in their escalating border conflict
Business|Economy|Education|Election|Environment|Finance|Political|US

Democrat wins Miami mayor’s race for the first time in nearly 30 years

Democrat Eileen Higgins has won the Miami mayor’s race over a Republican endorsed by President Donald Trump

Democrat wins Miami mayor’s race for the first time in nearly 30 years
Environment|Science|World

Storms bring heavy rain to the Pacific Northwest, snow and freezing rain to the Upper Midwest

The first of a series of powerful storms is dumping heavy rain and swelling rivers in the Pacific Northwest, closing roads and prompting high water rescues

Storms bring heavy rain to the Pacific Northwest, snow and freezing rain to the Upper Midwest
Environment|Europe|Lifestyle|Sports|Travel

Vermont rescue team sees increase of calls as social media lures skiers into danger

Stowe Mountain Rescue in Vermont has noticed a troubling trend among skiers

Vermont rescue team sees increase of calls as social media lures skiers into danger
Education|Environment|Health|Science

What are parents to do as doctors clash with Trump administration over vaccines?

The nation’s leading doctors groups are in a standoff with federal health officials over vaccines

What are parents to do as doctors clash with Trump administration over vaccines?
Business|Crime|Education|Environment|Health

First group of K9 units certified to detect pure fentanyl

First group of K9 units certified to detect pure fentanyl

First group of K9 units certified to detect pure fentanyl
Environment|Science|US

EPA eliminates mention of fossil fuels in website on warming's causes. Scientists call it misleading

The Environmental Protection Agency has removed references to fossil fuels from its online page about climate change causes

EPA eliminates mention of fossil fuels in website on warming's causes. Scientists call it misleading
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Mexican president says Mexico will send more water to US but not immediately

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum says her country plans to send more water to the U.S., but not immediately

Mexican president says Mexico will send more water to US but not immediately
Business|Education|Environment|Health|Science|Technology

How a rare drug made from scientists' blood saves babies from botulism

An infant botulism outbreak has sickened at least 39 babies across the U.S. and underscored the crucial role of a medication that treats the rare disease

How a rare drug made from scientists' blood saves babies from botulism
Asia|Environment|Science|World

Powerful 7.6 magnitude earthquake strikes near Japan

A powerful magnitude-7.6 earthquake struck off Japan’s northeastern coast on Monday, triggering evacuation orders and a tsunami warning for parts of the coastline. CNN's Hanako Montgomery reports.

Powerful 7.6 magnitude earthquake strikes near Japan
Education|Environment|Health|Science

Testing points to likely cause after 70+ vultures found dead on Ohio school grounds

Testing points to likely cause after 70+ vultures found dead on Ohio school grounds

Testing points to likely cause after 70+ vultures found dead on Ohio school grounds
Environment|Science|Technology

Trump admin is ‘trying to put out a fire they started’ at Weather Service as a cold, snowy winter looms

Trump admin is ‘trying to put out a fire they started’ at Weather Service as a cold, snowy winter looms

Trump admin is ‘trying to put out a fire they started’ at Weather Service as a cold, snowy winter looms
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle

Police say the driver who lodged pickup truck into Perry County firefighter's home had fallen asleep

Police say the driver who lodged pickup truck into Perry County firefighter's home had fallen asleep

Police say the driver who lodged pickup truck into Perry County firefighter's home had fallen asleep
Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Parkinson’s disease is on the rise. 5 expert tips to reduce your risk of developing it

Parkinson’s disease is on the rise. 5 expert tips to reduce your risk of developing it

Parkinson’s disease is on the rise. 5 expert tips to reduce your risk of developing it
Environment|Science|World

8 critically endangered African penguin chicks born at Maryland Zoo

8 critically endangered African penguin chicks born at Maryland Zoo

8 critically endangered African penguin chicks born at Maryland Zoo
Business|Economy|Environment|Science

US oil industry doesn’t see profit in Trump’s ‘pro-petroleum’ moves

Industry leaders have objected to reversals of long-standing policies, and market forces are moving against the Trump administration’s hopes.

US oil industry doesn’t see profit in Trump’s ‘pro-petroleum’ moves
Economy|Education|Environment|Health

6 myths about rural America: How conventional wisdom gets it wrong

Many people understand rural America through stereotypes. Two scholars who study rural communities bust 6 of those myths, complicating the conventional wisdom.

6 myths about rural America: How conventional wisdom gets it wrong
Education|Entertainment|Environment|Science|Technology

How to watch one of the year's best meteor showers, the Geminids

It's time for the Geminid meteor shower, one of the strongest of the year

How to watch one of the year's best meteor showers, the Geminids
Asia|Business|Crime|Environment|Technology|World

At least 22 people killed in office building fire in Indonesia's capital

Indonesian police say at least 22 people have been killed when a fire ripped through an office building in the capital

At least 22 people killed in office building fire in Indonesia's capital
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump administration quietly builds plans for what would happen if Maduro were ousted in Venezuela

Trump administration quietly builds plans for what would happen if Maduro were ousted in Venezuela

Trump administration quietly builds plans for what would happen if Maduro were ousted in Venezuela
Economy|Environment|Health|Science|World

UN says world must jointly tackle issues of climate change, pollution, biodiversity and land loss

The most comprehensive global environment assessment ever undertaken calls for a new approach to jointly tackle the most pressing environmental issues including climate change and biodiversity loss that threaten over 1 million plant and animal species with extinction

UN says world must jointly tackle issues of climate change, pollution, biodiversity and land loss
Arts|Business|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Travel

Georgia O'Keeffe's views of the New Mexico desert will be preserved with conservation plan

A new conservation plan would preserve pristine desert vistas beside the longtime home of 20th century painter Georgia O’Keeffe and ensure visitors continued access to a spiritual retreat, along with winter pasture for livestock

Georgia O'Keeffe's views of the New Mexico desert will be preserved with conservation plan
Asia|Environment|Science|World

Japan assesses damage from 7.5 magnitude quake that injured 33

Japan is assessing damage and cautioning people of potential aftershocks after a late-night 7.5 magnitude earthquake caused injuries, light damage and a tsunami in Pacific coastal communities

Japan assesses damage from 7.5 magnitude quake that injured 33
Environment|Science|World

Japan rattled by 7.5-magnitude earthquake, authorities warn of aftershocks

Japan rattled by 7.5-magnitude earthquake, authorities warn of aftershocks

Japan rattled by 7.5-magnitude earthquake, authorities warn of aftershocks
Environment|Political|Science

Federal judge throws out Trump order blocking development of wind energy

A federal judge has struck down President Donald Trump’s executive order blocking wind energy projects, saying the effort to halt virtually all leasing of wind farms on federal lands and waters was “arbitrary and capricious” and violates U.S. law

Federal judge throws out Trump order blocking development of wind energy
Asia|Environment|Science|World

Magnitude 7.5 quake in northern Japan injures 23 people and triggers a 2-foot tsunami

A powerful 7.5 magnitude earthquake has struck off northern Japan, injuring 23 people and triggering a tsunami

Magnitude 7.5 quake in northern Japan injures 23 people and triggers a 2-foot tsunami
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Environment|Food|Interview|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Ikea executive speaks with CNN ahead of new store launch

Chief sustainability officer of IKEA Australia and New Zealand, Mirja Viinanen, joins Elex Michaelson to share details about the new store in New Zealand. Plus, Michaelson asks Viinanen if she can put together IKEA products herself.

Ikea executive speaks with CNN ahead of new store launch
Economy|Environment|Health|Science

PFAS in pregnant women’s drinking water puts their babies at higher risk, study finds

An innovative study mapped preterm births, low birth weights and infant mortality to municipal water wells downstream from PFAS-contaminated sites. The results show the high cost of PFAS harm.

PFAS in pregnant women’s drinking water puts their babies at higher risk, study finds
Crime|Environment|Health|Political|Sports|US

Florida bear hunt begins despite pushback

Florida bear hunt begins despite pushback

Florida bear hunt begins despite pushback
Business|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle|Sports

PASS IT ON: Boy asks for fishing stories instead of toys for Christmas

PASS IT ON: Boy asks for fishing stories instead of toys for Christmas

PASS IT ON: Boy asks for fishing stories instead of toys for Christmas
Education|Environment|Health

Carcasses of vultures found dead at school test positive for bird flu

Carcasses of vultures found dead at school test positive for bird flu

Carcasses of vultures found dead at school test positive for bird flu
Education|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle

'So beautiful': Community hosts farewell celebration for historic 250-year-old tree

'So beautiful': Community hosts farewell celebration for historic 250-year-old tree

'So beautiful': Community hosts farewell celebration for historic 250-year-old tree
Education|Environment|Health|Science

Mystery foot fossil may shake up human family tree

Mystery foot fossil may shake up human family tree

Mystery foot fossil may shake up human family tree
Economy|Environment|Health|Political|World

The UN aid coordination agency cuts its funding appeal after Western support plunges

The U.N.’s humanitarian aid coordinator is downsizing its appeal for annual funding in 2026 after support this year — mostly from Western governments — plunged to the lowest level in a decade

The UN aid coordination agency cuts its funding appeal after Western support plunges
Americas|Crime|Environment|World

'It’s not safe to live here.' Colombia is deadliest country for environmental defenders

Jani Silva is a renowned environmental activist in Colombia’s Amazon, but she has been unable to live in her house for nearly a decade

'It’s not safe to live here.' Colombia is deadliest country for environmental defenders
Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Technology

Florida’s new reporting system is shining a light on human trafficking in the Sunshine State

Florida’s new unified human trafficking database allows criminologists to determine the scope of the problem and find patterns of exploitation.

Florida’s new reporting system is shining a light on human trafficking in the Sunshine State
Arts|Education|Environment|Science|Technology|Travel|World

What does it mean to be a new national park? Ocmulgee Mounds in Georgia may soon find out

Ocmulgee Mounds may soon be redesignated by Congress as America’s 64th national park. But what does this actually mean, and why does it matter?

What does it mean to be a new national park? Ocmulgee Mounds in Georgia may soon find out
Arts|Business|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle

CNN Heroes: Looking back at Robert Redford’s legacy and his fight to protect the planet

Acclaimed actor and director Robert Redford was one of the first celebrities to use his platform to draw attention to environmental issues in the 1970s. For more than four decades, he advocated to preserve the earth’s natural resources and protect the planet from climate change. He is this year’s CNN Heroes Legacy Award honoree, introduced by Meryl Streep.

CNN Heroes: Looking back at Robert Redford’s legacy and his fight to protect the planet
Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

How should we deal with space junk? Space recycling, of course

How should we deal with space junk? Space recycling, of course

How should we deal with space junk? Space recycling, of course
Arts|Business|Education|Entertainment|Environment

CNN announces the 2025 Hero of the Year Quilen Blackwell

CNN’s Anderson Cooper and Laura Coates announce the 2025 CNN Hero of the Year during CNN Heroes: An All-Star Tribute.

CNN announces the 2025 Hero of the Year Quilen Blackwell
Australia|Environment|World

Wildfires destroy 40 homes and kill a firefighter in Australia

A firefighter has died while battling wildfires that have destroyed around 40 homes in two Australian states

Wildfires destroy 40 homes and kill a firefighter in Australia
Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Orphaned bear cubs released into wilderness by Colorado Parks and Wildlife

Orphaned bear cubs released into wilderness by Colorado Parks and Wildlife

Orphaned bear cubs released into wilderness by Colorado Parks and Wildlife
Business|Economy|Environment|Travel

Government waives part of a Biden-era fine against Southwest Airlines

The U.S. Department of Transportation is waiving part of a fine assessed against Southwest Airlines after the company canceled thousands of flights during a winter storm in 2022

Government waives part of a Biden-era fine against Southwest Airlines
Business|Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Researchers at UW-Platteville find way to convert spoiled milk into 3D printing plastic

Researchers at UW-Platteville find way to convert spoiled milk into 3D printing plastic

Researchers at UW-Platteville find way to convert spoiled milk into 3D printing plastic
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle|Political|US|World

Bullet-pocked marker memorializing 1918 lynching goes on display in Atlanta

An exhibit opening Monday in Atlanta shows a historical marker from the site of a 1918 lynching that was repeatedly vandalized

Bullet-pocked marker memorializing 1918 lynching goes on display in Atlanta
Environment|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Nordic people know how to beat the winter blues. Here's how to find light in the darkest months

The Nordic countries are no strangers to the long, dark winter

Nordic people know how to beat the winter blues. Here's how to find light in the darkest months