These places on Earth are home to the world's oldest, healthiest people

In select regions of the world, people can live long enough to make some wonder if these countries have discovered the heavily sought-after fountain of youth.

Is Hawaii's Kīlauea volcano influencing locally excessive rainfall on the Big Island?

July 19, 2018, 8:54:17 AM EDT

While it has long been known that volcanic eruptions can alter global climate patterns, less has been documented on the impacts of localized weather patterns following an increase in nearby activity.

1 killed, evacuations ordered as 80,763-acre Substation Fire burns in The Dalles, Oregon

July 21, 2018, 2:53:33 AM EDT

A tractor operator has died and more than 80,000 acres have burned in a wildfire southeast of a city in Wasco County, Oregon, named The Dalles.

Experts explain the health risks of peeing in a pool

Many swimmers don't think about the effects of pee and trust the power of the chemicals in the water. However, the chemical byproducts that result from urine and chlorine aren’t as harmless as some swimmers may think.

1 firefighter killed as deadly Ferguson Fire expands to over 24,000 acres in California

July 21, 2018, 2:55:53 AM EDT

More than 2,800 emergency personnel are still working to contain the massive wildfire near California’s Yosemite National Park that took a deadly turn last weekend.

Experts explain why summer is the peak for lightning fatalities

A lightning strike can result in a cardiac arrest and death, and the most lightning strikes occur during warm summer months when people are outside enjoying the weather.

12-year-old engineer invents device to combat ocean microplastic pollution

July 17, 2018, 8:41:43 AM EDT

Saving the planet’s oceans from plastic pollution isn’t on the agenda of a typical sixth grader. However, Anna Du is working to achieve just that.

Flying lava bomb hits Hawaiian tourism boat, injuring 23 passengers

July 17, 2018, 8:23:08 AM EDT

Twenty-three people were injured when a flying lava bomb punctured the roof of a lava tour boat, causing a large hole in the vessel.

Massive banners calling for climate action greet Trump, Putin as they meet in Helsinki for a summit

July 17, 2018, 3:44:11 AM EDT

While Trump and Putin met for a summit in Helsinki, Finland, on Monday morning, a message about climate change was hung from a church by an environmental activist group.