Louisiana Using BP Settlement Money to Restore Coast
Five years ago, work crews successfully stopped a major oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico.
Solar Activity Can Affect Communication, Power on Earth
Scientists who study the sun watch for sunspots — violent storms that can affect communications, navigation systems and even electric power stations on Earth.
US Opens Investigation of Lion Kill
The United States government said Thursday it would investigate the killing in Zimbabwe of a protected lion.
Huge Jump in Support for Presidential Candidate Donald Trump
The latest voter study shows American businessman Donald Trump with a big lead in the Republican Party presidential race.
Boko Haram Hostages Rescued
The Nigerian army said Thursday it rescued 59 women, children, and older men who had been captured by Islamic militants.
Taliban Confirms Death of Leader Mullah Omar
The Taliban officially confirmed Thursday that its founder and leader, Mullah Omar, is dead.
Why Do Mosquitoes Choose to Bite You?
Mosquitoes have an extraordinary ability to target humans far away and fly straight to their unprotected skin.
Zimbabweans Linked to Illegal Lion Kill Appear in Court
Two Zimbabweans arrested for illegally hunting a protected lion named Cecil appeared in a court in Harare Wednesday.
Turkey Hits Kurdish Militants in Iraq
Turkish warplanes bombarded Kurdish militants in northern Iraq Wednesday.
U.S. Lawmakers Seek Details of Iran Inspection Group
U.S. lawmakers urged top administration officials Wednesday to provide details about the group that is to enforce a nuclear deal with Iran.