David Attenborough Warns Of 'Collapse Of Civilizations' At U.N. Climate Meeting
The British naturalist spoke at an international climate conference being held in Poland. "Time is running out," he said.
Environment
Yadkin Riverkeeper Organization Appoints New Executive Director, Riverkeeper
Yadkin Riverkeeper has hired a new executive director and a new riverkeeper. This comes as the non-profit enters its second decade protecting the health of the Yadkin River.
News Brief: Remembering George H.W. Bush, U.N. Climate Talks
George H.W. Bush, who died Friday at age 94, negotiated NAFTA and believed in fair trade. What will his legacy on trade be? Delegates from nearly 200 countries meet for climate talks in Poland.
Meet Greece's Marine Trash Collectors Diving To Keep Their Sea Beautiful
Ocean litter is a global problem. These Greeks are acting locally to clean up the Aegean.
Opinion: Knickers, The Giant Steer That Stole The Internet
NPR's Scott Simon reflects on the giant steer that became an Internet sensation and why more people should consider eating less meat.
Trump Administration Says Companies Can 'Incidentally Harass' Marine Mammals
It's a decision opposed by environmental groups, who say the blasts could harm marine animals, and some coastal communities, who fear it could be a precursor to offshore drilling.
Dead Sea Lions With Gunshot Wounds Wash Up On Washington State Shores
At least eight dead sea lions with bullet holes have been found since September. It's illegal to shoot marine mammals, but that hasn't stopped some fishermen from going after them.
Flash Floods Hit Communities Devastated By Camp Fire
"The roots and the bottoms of the utility poles are just kind of swimming," Cal Fire spokesman Rick Carhart said on Thursday. Rescue teams worked to save motorists stranded on flooded roads.
2 Years After Standing Rock Protests, Tensions Remain But Oil Business Booms
Legal battles and local tensions persist two years after the North Dakota prairie was filled with thousands of indigenous and environmental protesters opposed to the Dakota Access Pipeline.
FACT CHECK: Trump's Claims About 'Record Clean' U.S. Air
The president says the U.S. environment is better than it has been in years. But data from various sources paint a more complicated picture.