In Maine, animal rescuer Drew Desjardins helped save 15 tarantulas and one python out of an abandoned apartment. The animals are illegal in Maine.
Author: Gabriela Miranda, USA TODAY
Capybara population ‘wreaking havoc’ in wealthy community in Argentina
Capybaras are exploring a wealthy community, Nordelta, in Argentina. But some argue the rodents aren’t invading because the land was theirs first.
Connecticut elementary school teacher resigns over critical race theory curriculum
The Manchester (Connecticut) School District teacher resigned over critical race theory, but the district said it’s needed for students to grow.
Some Texas residents are stockpiling contraceptives and pregnancy tests after abortion ban
On Wednesday, the Texas ban on abortions after six weeks of pregnancy went into effect. Hours later, residents started stockpiling contraceptives.
Bank robbers tied hostages to cars and used them as human shields during heists in Brazil
Monday, bank robbers in Araçatuba, Brazil, used hostages as human shields. They tied the hostages to their cars and escaped after robbing two banks.
13 beers, an empty table: A quiet but powerful way restaurants honor those killed in Kabul
After 13 American service members were killed in a suicide bombing in Afghanistan, some businesses reserve a table and beers to honor the fallen.
TikTok bans ‘milk crate challenge’ from its app, citing concerns over dangerous acts
The viral TikTok “milk crate challenge” is banned from the app after reports of injuries. Health care workers called the challenge “dangerous.”
Takata recall brings attention to millions of faulty air bags still on the road
Japanese auto supplier Takata has recalled about 67 million of its deadly air bags. But today, over 14 million remain on U.S. roads.
Who asked for this? We don’t know. But Flamin’ Hot Mountain Dew is here anyway.
The Flamin’ Hot Mountain Dew drink will debut next Tuesday on Mountain Dew’s store. But how will the combination of spicy and sweet caffeine taste?
World’s fastest accelerating roller coaster shuts down after reported bone fractures
A roller coaster at the Fuji-Q Highland amusement park in Japan has been shut down until further notice after four passengers reported injuries.