social and politics 10 cool things made from cardboard By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 14 Jan 2016 20:45:20 +0000 Who know you could build a functional car or virtual reality goggles from cardboard? Full Article Arts & Culture
social and politics How to make your own faux cacti By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 25 Jan 2016 20:53:37 +0000 Don't have a green thumb? These painted rocks will solve that problem. Full Article Arts & Culture
social and politics Share the love with DIY random acts of kindness rocks By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 09 Feb 2016 17:18:53 +0000 Send love into the world with a little bit of creativity and paint. Full Article Arts & Culture
social and politics 10 DIY projects that reuse your old glass bottles By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 17 Feb 2016 18:26:18 +0000 Some cities don't recycle glass, but that doesn't mean you can't reuse glass bottles for candles, hummingbird feeders or even chandeliers. Full Article Arts & Culture
social and politics How to make a bird feeder with citrus peels By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 25 Feb 2016 19:51:04 +0000 This DIY bird feeder uses hollow citrus rinds to create a colorful cup for birds to feast on seeds. Full Article Animals
social and politics How to grow seedlings in eggshells By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 22 Mar 2016 16:59:02 +0000 Jump start your spring garden by growing your seedlings in eggshells before planting them in the ground. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
social and politics How to make crafty garden markers By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 05 Apr 2016 17:26:12 +0000 These crafty garden markers will help you organize your plants and also make it look cute. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
social and politics How to make seed bombs By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 11 Apr 2016 15:51:11 +0000 Enhance your neighborhood's flora with a little guerrilla gardening. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
social and politics These stunning hanging plants are a snap to make By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 12 Apr 2016 18:05:30 +0000 This offbeat but ancient gardening technique remains a novel way to show off your plants. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
social and politics How to make tiny succulent planter magnets By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 14 Apr 2016 16:58:29 +0000 Ditch the plastic letters and kitschy tourist magnets for something more in touch with nature for your fridge. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
social and politics How to make a greenhouse out of windows By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 27 Apr 2016 18:14:42 +0000 Matt Pember shares an excerpt from his new book that shows you how to make a miniature greenhouse using old windows. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
social and politics How to make clay gift tags with leaf imprints By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 28 Apr 2016 18:15:50 +0000 The tags show that you took the extra time to make your gift special. Full Article At Home
social and politics 10 creative ways to upcycle your plastic bottles By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 02 May 2016 19:45:53 +0000 These DIY projects will have you see plastic bottles in completely new ways. Full Article Arts & Culture
social and politics Aflac CEO named one of world's best By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 02 Nov 2015 19:30:11 +0000 Harvard Business Review names Dan Amos one of the best-performing CEOs in the world. Full Article Sustainable Business Practices
social and politics 13 likely health benefits of drinking tea By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 13 Sep 2019 18:46:03 +0000 From managing stress to fighting cancer, tea has many benefits to help someone live a healthier life. Full Article Healthy Eating
social and politics World's Easiest Apple Pie Recipe By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 07 Jun 2016 18:28:13 +0000 Making an apple pie doesn't have to be difficult. Follow this recipe to find out just how simple (and tasty) it can be. Full Article Recipes
social and politics Jumping pup gives a whole new meaning to joy By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 15 Jun 2016 15:57:56 +0000 Buddy the dog has discovered he can play fetch all by himself. Full Article Pets
social and politics Baby koala aces first checkup By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 16 Jun 2016 15:20:10 +0000 Soak in the cuteness of this baby koala after her first checkup at the San Diego Zoo. Full Article Animals
social and politics Hero rescues sea turtle from plastic debris By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 16 Jun 2016 17:39:27 +0000 Watch as a WWE observer releases beautiful olive ridley sea turtle from entrapment. Full Article Animals
social and politics Meet 'The Spirit Farmer' of South Georgia By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 22 Jun 2016 19:26:35 +0000 Colquitt, Georgia is home to the largest hand-painted mural in the U.S., a mural that depicts what life is like as a farmer. Full Article Arts & Culture
social and politics What happens when you leave your pet home alone? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 30 Jun 2016 17:32:31 +0000 'The Secret Life of Pets' is a hilarious rendition of what happens when you leave your pet home alone. Full Article Pets
social and politics Elvis the baby seal has left the boat! By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Jul 2016 11:12:00 +0000 An adorable rescued pinniped is released back into the wild after making a speedy recovery at Taronga Wildlife Hospital. Full Article Animals
social and politics Rollin' Safari will make you roll with laughter By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 02 Jul 2016 18:07:00 +0000 This clip is part of an ongoing project to answer the question, 'What if animals were round?' Full Article Animals
social and politics 11 quotes to inspire you to embrace simplicity By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 11 Jul 2016 16:47:21 +0000 Celebrate the birthday of Henry David Thoreau by simplifying your life. Full Article Arts & Culture
social and politics Dogs know we're suckers for 'puppy dog eyes' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 18 Jun 2019 16:06:01 +0000 Research suggests that man's best friend has learned to capitalize on our preference for big, sad eyes. Full Article Pets
social and politics When hikers need help, who pays for rescue? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 19 Jun 2019 12:52:40 +0000 If you run into trouble in the great outdoors, your rescue could come with a hefty price tag — but it all depends on where you are. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
social and politics Why we turn to dogs when disaster strikes By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 05 Aug 2019 14:40:41 +0000 From aiding search-and-rescue missions to lending a shoulder to cry on, man's best friend can often be found at the site of tragedy. Full Article Pets
social and politics Yes, your cat really is ignoring you By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 09 Aug 2019 16:33:32 +0000 Studies reveal what cat owners have suspected all along: Your cat hears you when you call — he just chooses not to respond. Full Article Pets
social and politics 8 things you didn't know about prairie dogs By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 16 Aug 2019 16:31:24 +0000 These burrowing rodents build their own towns, they help the environment, and they even talk about us. Full Article Animals
social and politics Toxoplasma gondii: What you need to know By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 10 Sep 2019 15:35:21 +0000 The cat-carried parasite Toxoplasma gondi has been associated with a variety of illnesses, but you can take simple precautions. Full Article Pets
social and politics When chimpanzees leave research labs, they often find a home at Chimp Haven By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 24 Sep 2019 18:44:33 +0000 Chimp Haven sanctuary has new open-air corral for climbing, playing and exploring. Full Article Animals
social and politics Take a walk through Atlanta's Doll's Head Trail By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 16 Oct 2019 17:37:10 +0000 Constitution Lakes Nature Preserve is home to a unique art walk dotted with visitor-made pieces constructed entirely from found objects. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
social and politics 8 things you didn't know about wombats By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 16 Jan 2020 17:56:54 +0000 We've rounded up some adorable wombat photos and some surprising facts about the wombat. Full Article Animals
social and politics What is synesthesia and what's it like to have it? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 13 Feb 2020 16:56:21 +0000 Synesthetes can taste sounds, smell colors or see scents, and research proves these people experience reality differently. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
social and politics How moonlight affects animals and plants By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 16 Jul 2019 15:16:14 +0000 The light from the moon influences more than you might suspect, including animal behavior and farming. Full Article Space
social and politics Perseid meteor shower: What you need to know By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 08 Aug 2019 12:17:29 +0000 The annual Perseid meteor shower will peak around Aug. 12 this year. Full Article Space
social and politics NASA 'treasure map' shows water ice on Mars By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 13 Dec 2019 21:18:20 +0000 Martian water would be vital for human visitors, and it's also an important clue in our search for signs of alien life. Full Article Space
social and politics This African-American female scientist helped launch the space race By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 24 Feb 2020 15:34:59 +0000 The movie "Hidden Figures" is the story of the African-American trailblazers who helped win the space race. Now NASA is naming a building after one of them. Full Article Space
social and politics How to throw a henna party By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 15 Jun 2016 16:14:02 +0000 Henna, a body painting tradition in India, Africa and the Middle East, is great for any occasion, or just for fun! Here's how to have a party with henna. Full Article Arts & Culture
social and politics This is why male black widow spiders prefer younger women By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 23 Sep 2016 19:41:12 +0000 When black widow spiders mate, the females often kill and eat the males. But the male spiders have found a way around this terrible fate. Full Article Animals
social and politics Being nice at work may be killing your career By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 06 Dec 2016 20:21:29 +0000 Want to get paid more at work? Stop being so nice. A new study found that agreeable women get paid less than everyone else at the office – even other women. Full Article Green Workplace
social and politics Why I spent my vacation living with hunter-gatherers in the rainforest By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 24 Mar 2017 17:42:27 +0000 A Brooklynite goes from the urban jungle to the Amazon jungle. Full Article Travel
social and politics One company is on a mission to turn apartment complexes into communities By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 05 Jun 2017 13:22:34 +0000 The firm OpenPath Investments believes that apartments aren't just walls or rooms; they're a chance to connect on a deeper level with your neighbors. Full Article Green Workplace
social and politics Why we should plant food forests instead of gardens By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 14 Jun 2017 13:33:58 +0000 A food forest is a forest full of plants that grow human food, and they don't require as much upkeep as gardens. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
social and politics How a tribe of hunter-gatherers helped me put death into perspective By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 19 Jun 2017 18:29:25 +0000 Death has always been hidden away, but after spending time with an isolated tribe, this writer is ready to face death head-on. Full Article Arts & Culture
social and politics I harvested fruit in the middle of New York City By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 07 Jul 2017 11:22:20 +0000 Urban foraging is a way to feed your stomach and see your city in a whole new light. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
social and politics These are the faces of the Rainbow Gathering By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 14 Jul 2017 16:02:48 +0000 You'll see all kinds the Rainbow Gathering, a temporary utopian village in the forest of Oregon. Full Article Responsible Living
social and politics How to start a food forest By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 24 Jul 2017 17:34:15 +0000 Food forests require less maintenance than gardens and orchards, and they yield more fruit. Here's how to start growing your own. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
social and politics How one volunteer built one of Facebook's biggest environmental pages By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sun, 13 Aug 2017 20:22:36 +0000 A woman decided to volunteer at The Wildcat Sanctuary, a small animal refuge in rural Minnesota, and the results have been pretty amazing. Full Article Responsible Living
social and politics When stray cats domesticated me By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sun, 12 Nov 2017 19:37:00 +0000 Cats have been conquering the world alongside humans for millennia. Full Article Animals