Breakthrough in science: UCF chemists develop life-saving wound sealant
University of Central Florida researchers have developed SilFoam, a new foam-based treatment to stop severe bleeding.
University of Central Florida researchers have developed SilFoam, a new foam-based treatment to stop severe bleeding.
Delta flight makes emergency landing at LAX after engine fire caught on video
A Delta Air Lines flight experienced an apparent engine fire shortly after departing from California earlier this week.
A Delta Air Lines flight experienced an apparent engine fire shortly after departing from California earlier this week.
Sea turtle hatchings on the rise as dune loss, human disruption raise concerns on Anna Maria Island
Anna Maria Island is entering the peak of sea turtle nesting season, with hatchlings now emerging from nests across local beaches.
Anna Maria Island is entering the peak of sea turtle nesting season, with hatchlings now emerging from nests across local beaches.
SkyWest flight nearly collides midair with Air Force B-52 near North Dakota airport
A SkyWest flight from Minneapolis narrowly missed a mid-air collision with a B-52 bomber near Minot Airport last week.
A SkyWest flight from Minneapolis narrowly missed a mid-air collision with a B-52 bomber near Minot Airport last week.
Florida surfer recovering after shark attack: 'Had my foot in its mouth for a good little bit'
An 18-year-old surf instructor is recovering in the hospital after a shark bit his foot while he was surfing off New Smyrna Beach, an area often dubbed the shark bite capital of the world.
An 18-year-old surf instructor is recovering in the hospital after a shark bit his foot while he was surfing off New Smyrna Beach, an area often dubbed the shark bite capital of the world.
Nuclear waste being transformed into promising cancer treatment
The former headquarters of the Manhattan Project, where the world's first atomic bomb was created, is now turning nuclear waste into a potential cure for cancer.
The former headquarters of the Manhattan Project, where the world's first atomic bomb was created, is now turning nuclear waste into a potential cure for cancer.
Shark bites teen surfer at New Smyrna Beach
An 18-year-old man suffered a shark bite while surfing at New Smyrna Beach on Friday, officials say.
An 18-year-old man suffered a shark bite while surfing at New Smyrna Beach on Friday, officials say.
Friday fishing report: July 18, 2025
Captain Dylan Hubbard says tides are slower-moving as we approach a new moon, meaning fish are looking for deeper pockets, or so-called ?ambush points.?
Captain Dylan Hubbard says tides are slower-moving as we approach a new moon, meaning fish are looking for deeper pockets, or so-called ?ambush points.?
Video: Loggerhead turtle wedged between rocks rescued on Florida beach
A loggerhead turtle was returned to the ocean after getting wedged between rocks on a Florida beach, being rescued by first responders.
A loggerhead turtle was returned to the ocean after getting wedged between rocks on a Florida beach, being rescued by first responders.
New tiny world beyond Neptune discovered, giving boost to ‘Planet Nine’ theory
Researchers use the Subaru Telescope in Hawaii to find a small object on the outer edge of the Solar System. Nicknamed “Ammonite," researchers say it could provide more evidence to the hypothetical “Planet Nine" beyond Neptune.
Researchers use the Subaru Telescope in Hawaii to find a small object on the outer edge of the Solar System. Nicknamed “Ammonite," researchers say it could provide more evidence to the hypothetical “Planet Nine" beyond Neptune.
Iceland volcano eruption caught on camera
A volcano erupted on Iceland's Reykjanes Peninsula, prompting evacuations in the surrounding area.
A volcano erupted on Iceland's Reykjanes Peninsula, prompting evacuations in the surrounding area.
New blue pool at Yellowstone National Park discovered after 'mildly explosive' activity
A routine temperature check at the Norris Geyser Basin in Yellowstone National Park led geologists to discover a new blue water spring.
A routine temperature check at the Norris Geyser Basin in Yellowstone National Park led geologists to discover a new blue water spring.
Massive Mars rock from outer space could fetch up to $4M at prestigious Sotheby's auction
Bidding opens at $1.6 million for the rare meteorite which was discovered in Niger's Sahara Desert.
Bidding opens at $1.6 million for the rare meteorite which was discovered in Niger's Sahara Desert.
Teen girl attacked, bitten by 10-foot alligator in Florida, deputies say
A teenage girl is recovering after being bitten by a 10-foot alligator, according to the Walton County Sheriff's Office. The incident occurred in Pond Creek, about 20 to 25 miles northeast of Destin.
A teenage girl is recovering after being bitten by a 10-foot alligator, according to the Walton County Sheriff's Office. The incident occurred in Pond Creek, about 20 to 25 miles northeast of Destin.
Florida Python Challenge kicks off Friday. Here's what to know
The annual Florida Python Challenge starts Friday in South Florida, and participants can win thousands of dollars in prizes.
The annual Florida Python Challenge starts Friday in South Florida, and participants can win thousands of dollars in prizes.
Friday fishing report: July 11, 2025
Captain Dylan Hubbard says the latest full moon has led to lots of water flushing, making for a good bite in the bay.
Captain Dylan Hubbard says the latest full moon has led to lots of water flushing, making for a good bite in the bay.
Florida panther hit by car in Pasco County — the first death ever recorded there
Wildlife officials confirmed a male Florida panther, estimated to be two or three years old, was killed last week by a vehicle on I-75 near State Road 56 in Wesley Chapel.
Wildlife officials confirmed a male Florida panther, estimated to be two or three years old, was killed last week by a vehicle on I-75 near State Road 56 in Wesley Chapel.
Lulu’s Law: Proposed national shark attack alert system aims to boost beach safety
A new federal bill aimed at preventing shark attacks by sending real-time alerts to beachgoers’ phones is making waves in Congress. The legislation, known as Lulu’s Law, passed the U.S. Senate this week and is now headed to the House for a vote.
A new federal bill aimed at preventing shark attacks by sending real-time alerts to beachgoers’ phones is making waves in Congress. The legislation, known as Lulu’s Law, passed the U.S. Senate this week and is now headed to the House for a vote.
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy named acting NASA administrator
U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy will dually serve as acting NASA administrator, President Donald Trump announced Wednesday.
U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy will dually serve as acting NASA administrator, President Donald Trump announced Wednesday.
Second osprey dies after getting tangled in fishing line above Tampa canal
A young osprey was found dead, hanging from a cable line above a bypass canal near I-4 in Tampa.
A young osprey was found dead, hanging from a cable line above a bypass canal near I-4 in Tampa.