Penguin survives operations after straying ... June 25, 2011 June 25: A young penguin has undergone two surgeries to remove sand from its system after being found 2,500 miles from home. Msnbc.com’s Al Stirrett reports.

Orphaned polar cub finds comfort in tub of ice June 24, 2011 Found abandoned in Alaska, Qannik, the newest polar bear at the Louisville Zoo in Kentucky, finds a cute way to cool off miles away from home.

Ecologists hunt aggressive mosquito in western US June 23, 2011 June 23: An aggressive type of mosquito is turning up in the western US and health officials fear it could transmit the West Nile virus. KGW’s Keely Chalmers reports.

Happy hyena smiles for camera June 23, 2011 June 23: A hyena entertains zookeepers as she frolics in a water puddle at the Lion Park in South Africa. TODAY.com’s Dara Brown reports.

Life with a new face June 22, 2011 June 22: Transplant recipient Dallas Wiens learns to live with his new face. KXAS’s Meredith Land reports.

'Cat scan' saves woman ... June 22, 2011 June 22: Owner says Rusty the cat saved her life when she suffered a heart attack. WGAL’s Susan Shapiro reports.

FDA unveils graphic warnings on cigarette labels June 21, 2011 June 21: For the first time in 24 years, cigarette warning labels have been changed to feature images such as diseased lungs and teeth, a tracheotomy patient, and a corpse. Tobacco companies are ...

Teen bullying leads to murder June 21, 2011 June 21: Laura Ling shares her thoughts on the special she’s hosting, “Fatal Teen Triangle,” which focuses on the tragic bullying and death of Adrianne Reynolds.

Sharks – friends or foes? June 21, 2011 June 21: Author Juliet Eilperin talks about the diminishing population of the ocean predator.

Father continues search for sons June 21, 2011 June 21: Colin Brower, whose ex-wife illegally took his sons to Egypt, talks about his difficulty to get his children back in the U.S.

Tone up your torso for summer June 21, 2011 June 21: From your arms to your back and down to your abs, it’s time to tone those trouble areas for summer. Let fitness expert Chris Freytag show you how to shape up.

Boomers, get a boost from these foods! June 21, 2011 June 21: From Omega-3 rich fish to red and purple fruits, nutritionist Madelyn Fernstrom reveals which foods are essential for helping aging baby boomers maintain optimal nutrition.

Study: 1 in 13 U.S. children have food allergies June 20, 2011 June 20: A new study suggests food allergies may be more serious and far more common than most people think. NBC’s Chief Science Correspondent Robert Bazell reports.

Heart-pounding help for 'Grinch ... June 20, 2011 June 20: A new study finds exercise may be the key to helping those with 'Grinch syndrome', a rare heart condition where the patient’s heart is two sizes too small. ...

Geese join in drummer’s parade June 20, 2011 June 20: Video from Belgium shows a drummer leading a parade of geese through a town. TODAY.com’s Dara Brown reports.

Baby armadillo drinks from garden hose June 20, 2011 June 20: A family in Texas captured video of a thirsty armadillo that wandered into their backyard. TODAY.com’s Dara Brown reports.

Saudi Arabian princess speaks out June 20, 2011 June 20: Princess Ameerah of Saudi Arabia, the fourth wife of one of the richest men in the world, Prince Al-Waleed Bin Talal, talks with NBC’s Dr. Nancy Snyderman about women’s rights in her ...

N.C. votes to defund Planned Parenthood June 17, 2011 June 17: Vice President of Public Policy for Planned Parenthood Melissa Reed discusses the decision made by North Carolina lawmakers to approve a measure to cut funding for the group by more than ...

Condoms survive nearly 200 years June 17, 2011 June 17: Two condoms are discovered tucked between pages of an accounting book dating back to 1814. TODAY.com’s Dara Brown reports.

Are there more calories in beer or popcorn? June 17, 2011 June 17: TODAY’s diet and nutrition editor Madelyn Fernstrom quizzes Kathie Lee Gifford and Hoda Kotb about those ballpark treats we love — but may not be the healthiest food options.