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What’s going on with Keet, SeaWorld’s captive killer whale? 

The orca’s dorsal fin is in terrible condition—but did a virus or the bite of another killer whale cause the damage?

Prepping students to work at Google, Apple, and Disney? Maybe.

Looks like McDonald’s is up to no good again…

One step closer to labeling is a-okay with us.

How should we fix America’s dire college math problem? One professor, Barbara Lontz, has a novel solution.

I think it’s time to vote this kid into office, you know what I’m sayin’?

Weather Watch: With this most recent storm, China has now lost a total of 36 people to rainstorms. More on these happenings from TakePart.com

Two newly hatched Gentoo penguin chicks get their first glimpse of the Antarctic wilderness. These famous waddlers spend most of their entire days hunting for fish and krill, and can remain submerged underwater for up to seven minutes.

Surprise! There’s a happy ending for this adorable orphaned polar bear. Meet Kali.