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At least six people were injured in shark attacks in the U.S. since the July Fourth weekend. Such attacks are actually rare, but experts say to stay calm and move away slowly if a shark approaches.

Some butterflies are disappearing — falling to factors like pesticide use and loss of habitat. A native butterfly is making a surprising comeback in Florida, where it was thought to be wiped out.

The Indiana legislature has passed a bill that will reduce wetland protections. Environmentalists warn the policy will lead to more development, harm habitats and undermine natural flood abatement.

Yellowstone employs more than 3,000 people at peak season, finding enough affordable housing for them has long been a problem.

Due to the litigious nature of environmental and climate law, legal experts say the next president's judicial appointments might be their most consequential actions on climate over the next five years.

Former President Donald Trump wanted to buy Greenland, but Secretary of State Antony Blinken isn't making that pitch. He was there this week pushing for closer ties, trade, and investment.

Cat owners may often wonder what their outdoor cats is doing all day. One study shows outdoor cats are bad news for birds and other critters. But there are some ways to make cats more visible.

An unprecedented look at the birth of a sperm whale found that mother and calf were supported by other whales throughout the process.

NPR's A Martinez speaks with Dr. Celine Gounder about the deadly hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean.

Several dummy satellites were supposed to be launched, but a door on the ship did not open as planned.