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August 4, 2026

New Book Celebrates the ‘American Amazon,’ and Its Rich Biodiversity in the Southeastern U.S.

In the United States, there is an area of the country that is so biologically rich that it’s referred to as the American Amazon. It’s located in the southeastern part of the country, spanning the Mobile Bay Basin in Alabama to the Everglades in Florida. Here, there’s an incredible number of flora and fauna species that grace the forests and wetlands, and for decades, photographer Mac Stone has been documenting the varied and changing landscape.

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August 3, 2026

France Launches Museum Security Plan After 2,500-Year-Old Gold Necklace Is Stolen

A 2,500-year-old golden necklace has disappeared from a French museum, prompting the government to strengthen security at cultural institutions across the country. On July 24, two thieves posing as tourists entered the Musée du Pays Châtillonnais in Châtillon-sur-Seine during opening hours, smashed the display case holding the famed Vix gold torque, and escaped through the museum’s main entrance.

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August 2, 2026

This Conservationist Is Helping Lions and People Coexist in Zimbabwe

When conservation biologist Moreangels Mbizah arrived at a village in Zimbabwe in 2014, an unexpected tragedy forced her to face a reality about wildlife. The incident happened when a lion wandered far beyond the boundaries of Hwange National Park, which led Mbizah and her team to track down the animal. When she found the lion, the wild cat was standing guard over the dead body of a 7-year old boy.

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