Video: Florida deputy removes alligator from backyard swimming pool
An alligator's pool party came to a sudden end when a brave deputy in Northeast Florida used his bare hands to pull the resistant reptile out of the water.
Denali moose crash: 24-year-old driver killed
A 24-year-old international tourist was killed when he was driving and hit a moose near Denali National Park in Alaska.
Rescued reptiles make up new Crocoseum exhibit
Alligators and a crocodile take center stage at aquarium show
SpaceX Crew-11 launches from Florida, headed to ISS: Watch replay
NASA and SpaceX successfully launched the Crew-11 mission from Kennedy Space Center in Florida on Friday, and the spacecraft is now en route to the International Space Station (ISS).
Friday fishing report: August 1, 2025
Captain Dylan Hubbard says fish are feeling the heat and looking for a reprieve, such areas of deeper water where they can find cooler temperatures.
SpaceX, Crew-11 rocket launch scrubbed over weather; now targeting Friday
NASA and SpaceX have delayed Thursday’s planned launch of the Crew-11 mission to the International Space Station (ISS). The mission will mark the next exciting chapter in their partnership to support long-duration human spaceflight and cutting-edge research in low-Earth orbit.
NASA's SpaceX Crew-11 rocket launch from Florida: How to watch, how to stream on Friday
NASA and SpaceX are making final preparations to launch the Crew‑11 mission to the International Space Station on Friday.
Radioactive wasp nest found at former nuclear weapons site
A wasp nest found in South Carolina had radiation levels 10 times higher than what’s allowed by federal regulators.
Potential asteroid impact on Moon in 2032 could trigger massive meteor shower on Earth
If Asteroid 2024 YR4 crashes into the Moon in 2032, it would be the largest impact in about 5,000 years, according to a new analysis.
UCF scientists create nanoparticle treatment that could reverse radiation damage and restore bone loss
UCF researchers develop nanoparticles that may protect against and reverse damage from radiation exposure.
PhD student's beach walk leads to stunning discovery of elusive sea creature
The Janthina species are known for their vibrant color and unique floating ability. They are typically found in tropical seas.
Florida alligator takes woman's shoe after she provoked him: 'Serves her right'
A Florida alligator got some not-so-subtle revenge against a woman who threw her shoes at it – by taking one of them with him into the water. Watch the video in the player above.
See it: Dolphin calf reunited with mother after being freed from fishing net
The dolphin calf was first spotted entangled in the fishing net earlier this summer. And after several weeks, the young dolphin was finally freed from the line and reunited with its mother.
Strawberry seeds from Tampa Bay headed to space in groundbreaking UF experiment
On Thursday, researchers from the University of Florida will send thousands of plant seeds, including strawberries grown in Tampa Bay, to space aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket.
Florida manatee deaths this year outpacing 2024
Manatee deaths in Florida have reached 477 so far, which is outpacing last year’s total of 565 for the entire year.
Injured baby dolphin rescued from rock jetty on Florida beach by lifeguards
An injured baby dolphin that had beached itself on a rock jetty at a Florida beach is now recovering after being rescued by ocean rescue lifeguards on Saturday morning.
Robotic rabbits join fight against invasive pythons in Florida Everglades
Burmese pythons have become one of Florida’s most destructive invasive species, devastating native wildlife in the Everglades. Now, biologists are turning to an unexpected new ally in their battle: robotic rabbits.
Watch two meteor showers at once: Best time to see the Delta Aquariids and Capricornids
Two meteor showers—Southern Delta Aquariids and Alpha Capricornids—will peak before dawn on July 30, lighting up the sky with minimal moonlight interference.
VIDEO: 3-legged alligator spotted in Florida homeowner's backyard
An Astor Farms resident spotted a three-legged alligator slowly roaming in his backyard and captured it on video.
