A new Stan documentary, "Poster Boy: Becoming Zyzz," reveals that Australian fitness influencer Aziz Shavershian (Zyzz) died in 2011 from acute respiratory failure due to a drug interaction, not a heart attack in a sauna as widely believed. The film explores his rise, struggles with fame, and the looksmaxxing trend.
Florida scientists' efforts to use captive female pythons and rabbit scents as lures to detect invasive Burmese pythons in the Everglades have largely failed, according to recent studies. Despite these setbacks, removal programs using radio-tagged male scout snakes and paid hunters show progress in reducing python populations.
New research indicates that using captive female pythons or rabbit scent as lures to detect invasive Burmese pythons in Florida's Everglades has been largely ineffective. Despite these setbacks, state agencies and conservation groups continue to make progress through hunting and radio-tracking programs, aiming to restore native wildlife populations.
Jelicia Westhoff, mother of Maduka Okoye's son, accused the Nigerian goalkeeper of cheating and abuse on Instagram, hours after he was seen dining with rapper Cardi B in Venice. Okoye has not publicly responded to the unverified claims.
A University at Buffalo study found that wildfire smoke from Canada's record seasons reduced bird sightings in New York State during breeding seasons (2021-2023). Researchers suggest birds changed behavior, becoming harder to spot, rather than declining in numbers, highlighting an overlooked impact on wildlife monitoring.
Generative AI is creating fake and enhanced wildlife images, threatening the credibility of citizen science platforms like iNaturalist and Macaulay Library. Scientists are urging birdwatchers to limit AI use in image editing, fearing contamination of data crucial for species monitoring and conservation.
Frequent crocodile sightings at a popular fishing spot in Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia, have sparked safety concerns. A recent attack on a fisherman highlights the risks to local communities and hobbyists.
Despite increased investment in drones for shark monitoring, experts question their effectiveness as a public safety tool, citing limited visibility and a lack of evidence for increased shark threats. The focus on technology may lead to unnecessary beach closures and economic impact.
The Arles photography festival features diverse exhibitions, including "We Are Not Alone: Alien Images" showcasing UFO photographs, "Animal Model" exploring animal photography, and works by Paul Kodjo, Saodat Ismailova, and Ming Smith, challenging traditional hierarchies in art.
Hyogo Prefecture is the first in Japan to use microchip data from bears to determine population size, balancing conservation and control. The initiative started in 2003 for conservation and shifted to management as numbers recovered.
Concerns about ticks and Lyme disease are growing in the UK, fueled by celebrity social media posts and warmer weather extending tick season. Experts emphasize the importance of precautions in grassy areas, as tick populations and Lyme disease cases are on the rise.
Concerns about ticks and Lyme disease are growing in the UK, fueled by celebrity social media posts and increased tick activity. Experts emphasize the importance of precautions in grassy areas, as tick season extends due to warmer winters.
Controversial Harvard cosmologist Avi Loeb, known for his theories on alien life, is heading a new, secret US scientific advisory panel on UFO security risks. The panel, which has requested Pentagon data, aims to analyze unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP) from a national security perspective, though some critics question Loeb's unconventional approach and lack of security experience.
Leah Stewart, attacked by a great white shark at Sydney's Coogee beach, is no longer in critical condition and remembers the incident in detail, her brother reported. The 34-year-old teacher is recovering from an arm amputation and other severe injuries, while Sydney beaches face closures due to increased great white shark sightings.
New Zealand is undertaking a pioneering project to eliminate introduced predators like rats, possums, and stoats by 2050 to protect its unique wildlife. Local initiatives, such as Predator Free Wellington, rely on public tip-offs and advanced detection methods to swiftly respond to even a single pest sighting, aiming to restore native bird populations.
The Pentagon has released a third batch of UFO documents, detailing sightings of objects described as potato-shaped, a shining red orb, and a disc with rotating lights. While the files offer new details on unexplained phenomena, they do not provide conclusive evidence of alien life or government cover-ups.
Recent Sasquatch sightings in rural Ontario, Canada, have reignited debate between believers and skeptics. Reports describe unusual smells, sounds, and large figures, challenging the creature's association with deep wilderness.
A massive bloom of common octopuses (Octopus vulgaris) in UK waters, first seen in Devon and Cornwall in 2025, has spread to Scotland and Wales, impacting the fishing industry and marine ecosystem due to warming seas.
Utsunomiya, Japan closes all 94 public schools after over 10 bear sightings since Saturday; dozens search for the animal amid a national surge in bear encounters.
Cardinal Robert McElroy removed Monsignor Stephen Rossetti as an exorcist for suggesting UFOs are demons. The archdiocese severed ties with Rossetti's center, citing his statements as undermining Church teachings.
New York City police are investigating multiple nighttime incidents where groups of people have been seen entering and exiting the city's sewer system through maintenance holes in Brooklyn and Queens. Security footage shows individuals with tools and protective gear, raising concerns about their activities underground.
A meteor approximately 3ft wide entered the atmosphere over New England on Saturday, causing double booms and shaking buildings. NASA confirmed it was natural material, not debris, and released energy equivalent to 300 tons of TNT.
The Pentagon has released hundreds of UFO files spanning 80 years, including videos and witness accounts of orbs, discs, and fireballs. A senior intelligence officer described seeing 'countless orange orbs swarming' in 2025.
The Pentagon released a second batch of UAP files, including videos and testimony from military and civilians. While offering no evidence of extraterrestrial origin, the release fuels public interest and debate on the phenomena.
