Anna Garrison
Anna is a staff writer based in the Hudson Valley. She enjoys comic books, vegetarianism, and thrifted denim jackets.
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Tornado Watch vs. Tornado Warning: What's the Difference and Why Does It Matter?
Tornado watch vs. warning: what's the difference? A tornado watch is more about being prepared, while a warning means a tornado is imminent.Shark Attacks of 2024: The Most Harrowing Instances of Human-Wildlife Conflict
Although shark attacks are a rarity, in 2024, there were multiple instances of human-wildlife conflict.Mold in Suntegrity Sunscreen Could Lead to Fungal and Eye Infections
In 2024, sunscreen from the brand Suntegrity has been recalled for mold contamination.The Best Places to Hang a Hummingbird Feeder Might Surprise You: 5 Tips
Hummingbird feeders are the perfect addition to your yard or garden. Here are our five suggestions for placing one in your space!Popular Supermarket Companies Recall Cream Cheese for Salmonella
It's always important to pay attention to food recalls, lest you consume something that will make you sick. Is there a recall on cream cheese?Orcas Continue Sinking Yachts in the Strait of Gibraltar — Details Here
Orca whales near the Iberian Peninsula are sinking boats on purpose. Scientists say this may be a learned social behavior from one orca in particular.Are the Canadian Fires Under Control? Officials Issue the First Air Quality Alert of 2024
After an explosive 2023, Canadian wildfires begin again in May 2024, causing haze across North America. Are the wildfires under control?Grabbing a Quick Snack or a Post-Workout Bite? Here Are the Best-Tasting Protein Bars
You don't have to take our word for it — we've listed the top 7 best tasting protein bars according to reviews and our own preferences.Lab-Grown Meat Is a Sustainable Alternative, but What Are the Pros and Cons of This Creation?
Lab-grown meat is a hot topic of discussion, with impending bans on the meat in some U.S. states. Here are the pros and the cons.Two Panda Bears Arrive in the U.S. In 2024 After an Exchange in 2023 — Pandas Abroad, Explained
Why are pandas going back to China? In 2023, two pandas were transferred from the National Zoo back home. Now, in 2024, two more are arriving.It's Giving... Fun With Fungi: A Mycologist Reveals Amazing Developments in the Magical World of Mushrooms (Exclusive)
Mycologist Giuliana Furci spoke exclusively with Green Lovers to talk all things fungi, including their many uses and surprising facts.It's Giving... Reduce and Reuse: Secondhand Clothing Is Trendier and More Sustainable Than Ever (Exclusive)
Green Lovers spoke exclusively with representatives from Poshmark to discuss why secondhand clothing is more sustainable and trendier than ever!It's Giving... Fast Fashion Flop: These Earth Day Protesters Would "Rather Be Naked Than Wear SHEIN" (Exclusive)
Green Lovers spoke exclusively with activist Lexy Silverstein to discuss the Shein protest and why fast fashion needs to end.Walmart Shoppers Could Be Awarded up to $500 in Class Action Lawsuit Settlement
Are you eligible for Walmart's class action lawsuit settlement? The grocery giant's $45 million settlement applies to customers who bought weighted fruit.What to Know About Keeping Your Pets Safe During an Eclipse
Solar eclipses can hurt human eyes, but what about furry friends? Does your dog or cat need eclipse glasses? The answer may surprise you.Rabbits May Be Adorable, but Please Don't Buy One for Easter
Rabbits are fluffy and adorable, but especially around Easter, more people buy them as gifts for the holiday. Here's why that isn't a good idea.Grackles Taking Over Your Bird Feeder? Here's How to Encourage Them Elsewhere
Grackles are not invasive species, but they can and will push out other native species for resources. We break down how to gently encourage them away."Core Sleep" Is Another Term for a Stage of Non-REM Sleep: Why It's Important, Explained
"Core sleep" is stage 3 of non-REM sleep. Here's why it's equally important as REM sleep and why Apple's use of the term has another meaning.A Dog DNA Company Tests Human Sample — and Tells Woman She Is a Dog
WBZ News tested the accuracy of dog DNA tests after a reporter sent in a swab from her cheek — and the results categorized her as canine.Safely Watch the Solar Eclipse at Home by Building Your Own Solar Eclipse Glasses
A solar eclipse is a rare phenomenon, but humans shouldn't look at the eclipse without protective equipment. Here's how to make eclipse glasses at home.Your Grocery Bill Could Get Higher Thanks to Climate Change — Here's Why
If you've looked at a grocery receipt recently and wondered why bananas were so expensive, climate change is to blame.Cinnamon Brands Begin Voluntary Recall After FDA Issues Advisory for Lead Contamination
Cinnamon is a popular spice to keep stocked in the cabinet, but the FDA has issued an advisory for 6 brands that potentially contain lead.Spectators On "Pip Watch" Concerned That No Bald Eagle Eggs Have Hatched Yet
Jackie and Shadow, bald eagles in Big Bear, Calif., have been incubating three eggs for over a month. Now they're on "pip watch!"Look, but Don't Touch: Blue Dragon Sea Slugs Have a Uniquely Powerful Sting
Blue dragons are beautiful and otherworldly sea slugs, but beachgoers and spring breakers are warned to beware of their sting.Pack These Wireless Headphones for Your Next Gym Session or Trail Hike
We've selected 7 of the best headphones for working out that won't break the bank or fall out of your ears when you're at the gym.A Killer Whale in South Africa Eats This Surprising Creature for Lunch In "Unprecedented" Attack
Killer whales are known for hunting in pods and maintaining a diet of fish and squid. Researchers study orcas that have modified their diets to shark.Neuralink Human Trials Are Underway: Musk Says One Volunteer Can Do This With Their Mind
Elon Musk's tech company Neuralink began human trials on Jan. 29, but after a Feb. 20 update, some scientists say the results aren't impressive.Aphasia vs. Dysarthria and More: A Look at Different Disorders and How They Affect Areas of the Brain
What's the difference between aphasia and dysarthria? How about aphasia and other disorders? We unpack how aphasia affects speech.Hedgehogs and Many Other Small Animals Are Illegal to Have as Pets in California — Here's Why
Hedgehogs are cute and prickly, but why are they illegal in California? The golden state is attempting to curb invasive species.Satellite ERS-2 Safely Crashes Into the Pacific Ocean — What to Know About Its Landing
ERS-2, a satellite, crashed through Earth's atmosphere on Feb. 21, 2024. The satellite was meant to monitor Earth but its mission ended in 2011.This Drug Could Provide Relief for Those With Severe Food Allergies — and the FDA Finally Approved It
On Feb. 16, 2024, the Food and Drug Administration approved the drug Xolair for those with severe food allergies to prevent severe reactions.Study Reveals Pesticide Lurks in Popular Cereal Brands: Which Are Chlormequat-Free?
A study reveals that popular cereal brands such as Quaker Oats and Cheerios contain a pesticide called chlormequat. What are chlormequat-free oats?Second Rare Golden Tiger Sighting in India Sparks Concerns About Genetic Issues
A rare golden tiger was sighted in India in January 2024, but conservationists are worried this is actually a sign of increased inbreeding.All About Alaskapox: Symptoms, Where It Comes From, and How It's Transmitted
The first fatal case of the Alaskapox virus occurred in January 2024. Some of the symptoms of this illness can include small red lesions.Human Contracts Bubonic Plague From Their Cat: What to Know About This Rare Incident
A rare case of the Bubonic Plague surfaces in Oregon after a human likely contracted it from their cat. Here's how the plague is still around.Are Wolves the Key to Curing Cancer? Wolves in Chernobyl May Have Mutated to Resist Cancer
Wolves in Chernobyl may have mutated immune systems, therefore allowing them to become resistant to cancer, say new findings.The 2024 Paris Olympics Reuses Pieces of the Eiffel Tower for Medals — Details Here
The 2024 Paris Olympics is customizing their winner's medals with a unique flair: pieces of the Eiffel Tower! Here's what to know.Thanks to Climate Change, Hurricanes Are Getting Stronger: Should There Be A New Category?
Hurricanes are getting stronger thanks to climate change, and a study explains how the current hurricane category scale is not as effective.Keeping Exotic Animals as Pets Is a Dangerous and Unethical Practice: Here's Why
Thanks to the popularity of shows like "Tiger King," people are considering exotic pets more than ever. Here's why exotic pets are a huge mistake.Signs of Bowel Cancer Can Be Easy to Miss: Don't Discount Your Stomach Noises
Doctors warn patients that odd stomach noises could be an early warning sign of bowel cancer. Make sure to pay attention to your body!Taylor Swift Sold One of Her Private Jets — Just How Many Does She Have?
Pop superstar Taylor Swift recently sold one of her private jets — but that wasn't her only plane. Here's what you need to know.Pet Food Brands Continue to Be Recalled Into 2024 for Risk of Salmonella and Listeria
Multiple pet food brands have recalled their products in 2023 and 2024 due to possible salmonella contamination. Here's what you should know.Sea Otters Are Helping Slow Erosion in California by Snacking on Striped Shore Crabs
A study published in the journal 'Nature' reveals that sea otters are helping stop erosion in California marshlands via their diets. Here's what to know.Activists Lock Themselves to Construction Equipment to Protest "Cop City" — Details Here
Activists in Atlanta, Ga., locked themselves to construction equipment to halt work and demand that a contractor end work on "Cop City."What Is "Orange Cat Behavior"? Does It Exist? Let's Unpack Feline Personality Traits
Orange cats are just another color of feline, yet, for some reason they get a bad rap on the internet. Why are orange cats so crazy? Or are they?Robitussin Cough Syrup Recalled After Microbial Contamination — Details
Robitussin Honey cough syrup has been recalled for possible microbial contamination. Here are all the details about the recall.The Two Cicada Broods Have Emerged in 2024 and People Are Taken Aback
Billions of cicadas from two separate broods have emerged from the earth in summer 2024, much to residents' chagrin.10 Sustainable Lingerie Pieces That Will Make You Look and Feel Amazing
If you're feeling cheeky or getting ready for a night on the town, check out these ten sustainable lingerie pieces to look good and help the earth.Quaker Oats Recalls More Granola Bars and Cereals for Potential Salmonella Risk: Details
Quaker Oats, which is a part of PepsiCo, recalled dozens of granola bars and cereal products in 2023 due to possible salmonella contamination."Disease X" Is the Next Pandemic — Here's Why You Don't Need to Worry About It
There are many conspiracies online about "Disease X," but what is it, what are the symptoms, and what is being done to prevent it?