Stingray that went viral after mysterious pregnancy has died, aquarium says
Charlotte, a stingray at a North Carolina aquarium, made national news after the discovery she was pregnant even though there were no male stingrays in her tank.
Instant ramen now comes in a surprising dessert flavor
Those looking to have dessert-inspired ramen can now try s'mores Cup Noodles.
Ex-principal sentenced after hiring friend to kill pregnant teacher girlfriend
A former middle school principal faces life behind bars after he plotted to have a friend kill his pregnant girlfriend.
Boa snake has 14 babies after "virgin birth"
A boa's caretaker hadn't realized the snake was pregnant, or female. Then 14 baby snakes showed up in the vivarium after a "virgin birth."
Bear euthanized after wandering into park concession stand, injuring worker
Tennessee officials caught and euthanized a bear "fitting the description" of a bear that wandered into a park concession stand and lunged at an employee.
FBI offers reward for information about deadly New Mexico wildfires
The FBI says it's offering a reward for information about those responsible for starting New Mexico wildfires.
June's full Strawberry Moon arrives with summer solstice
June's Strawberry Moon is arriving along with the start of summer.
Ecuador requiring visas for Chinese nationals amid irregular migration
Ecuador is suspending a visa exemption with China after authorities noted many Chinese visitors to the South American country aren't leaving the way the law requires them to.
Newborn baby found abandoned near Texas walking trail
A baby girl was left on a bridge at the start of a walking path in Texas. The newborn, wrapped in a towel, was quickly found and brought to a hospital.
Where did the ice cream truck come from? How the summer staple came to be.
Ice cream has been regularly sold since the 18th century, but the ice cream truck — a staple of summer — is a much more recent invention.
How schools' long summer breaks started
Schools have breaks spread throughout the year, but none so long as summer vacation. The lengthy break dates back to the 19th century.
May tornadoes, derecho storm cause nearly $6 billion in damage
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said there had been 11 confirmed disasters so far this year with losses exceeding $1 billion, with the total price tag topping $25 billion.
FDA warns microdose chocolate may lead to seizures
Illnesses have been reported across four states in connection with Diamond Shruumz-brand microdosing chocolate bars, the FDA said.
At least 10 hurt in Wisconsin shooting incident, police say
At least 10 people, ranging in age from 14-23, were hurt during a Madison, Wisconsin shooting, police said.
Why fireflies are only spotted flying around in the summer
The fireflies people see each summer are adults, around for just a couple of weeks before they die. Fireflies spend most of their lives as juveniles, living underground.