A comparative psychologist says African grey parrots have the social skills of a 2-year-old child and the intelligence of a 5-year-old.

A freshwater lake the size of the state of West Virginia has practically disappeared. The lessons that the Aral Sea may hold for U.S. waterways.

Five years in the making, the film takes audiences on an interfaith journey through one of the world's 'most storied' cities.

From Gothic masterpieces to unusual spiritual retreats, these churches offer beauty to every worshiper.

The festivities preceding the Catholic season of Lent are known by different names in different parts of the world. But it's a celebration everywhere.

Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy lives on through his speeches and sermons.

It's one of many bold claims made by the late physicist Stephen Hawking in his final book, "Brief Answers to the Big Questions," published posthumously.

So many people have pinned this easy cleaning tip on Pinterest and shared it on Facebook, it has to work, right?

How to pollen-proof your life with these 20 tips for seasonal allergy sufferers.

King Of Pops founder, Steven Carse, recently purchased a 68-acre farm to grow ingredients for his all-natural ice pops.

A dozen homeless dogs will be the first Chernobyl puppies to seek American homes.

Deforestation’s impact on climate change has piqued NASA’s interest in documenting its progress across the globe. Here are seven examples of deforestation f

The physicist says that colonization of outer space is the only way we’ll survive.

Reuters investigates the growing trend of builders keeping hush about the severing of mineral rights attached to newly built homes.

During the Russian leg of the Odyssey of Pioneers tour, the Tesla Roadster received clearance to park in Moscow’s famed Red Square.

New network will enable coast-to-coast electric rides and 20-minute charges. CEO Elon Musk is ramping up the timetable.

A malformed version of the well-accessorized spud is raising awareness of food waste in the U.K.

To grill perfect salmon and shrimp, get ready to break out the cooking oil.

The spices in your kitchen don't look the same way in the wild. They start as roots, bark, berries, flowers and seeds. This is what they look like.

An expert weighs in on whether collagen-rich foods can improve skin health.

Chicken in a creamy apricot and ginger sauce makes a satisfying, quick, weeknight meal.

You may be surprised how many of your kitchen staples have a shelf life of decades — even after they've been opened.

Ariyele Ressler features simple, nourishing recipes in her YouTube cooking channel.

Make the holiday season a little healthier with these sweet cookie recipes.

How to add more of this healthful fruit to your diet.

These bitter cruciferous vegetables are an often-looked superfood — unless you live in the South, that is.

Don't let the "spines" of the hedgehog mushroom deter you from its deliciousness.

Along with a years-long renaissance of records, some are turning away from collecting music digitally.

Faced with restaurant-clearing brawls, McDonalds is testing classical music on late-night patrons.

Lax regulations, radioactivity and serious concerns about water contamination uncovered as part of New York Times investigation.

Wastewater storage from fracking may be causing earthquakes. For now, Arkansas is stopping operations.

A group of researchers at Cornell University finds that natural gas may not be as clean as originally thought.

A congressional hearing on the safety of hyrdo-fracking revealed a few rifts on Capitol HIll.

Gov. Tom Corbett takes swift action after TV investigation shows increased levels of bromide in Pennsylvania drinking water.

Despite leading the charge for voluntary disclosure of fracking chemicals, Chesapeake Energy is now resisting revealing what was spilled during a blowout in Pen

When the documentary 'Gasland' revealed an instance of flaming tap water, the gas industry tried to debunk it. A peer-reviewed study now confirms the finding.

Gov. Andrew Cuomo will recommend ending a ban on most horizontal drilling, according to reports. Here are three quick things to consider about the plan.

Earthquakes triggered by fluids injected deep underground, such as during the controversial practice of fracking, may be more common than previously thought, a

The new Artists Against Fracking makes a compelling case against opening up New York state to natural gas drilling. It's fuzzier about the energy sources that c

Film tells the fictional story of one small town's dealings with the natural gas industry — and the environmentalist out to stop it all from happening.

Pop star and social media powerhouse Lady Gaga encourages her millions of fans to support Yoko Ono's Artists Against Fracking campaign in New York.

Investigators find unhealthy and dead animals on 24 farms near natural gas drilling sites. The resulting paper is the first peer-reviewed study linking fracking

The Coast Guard is investigating a proposal to ship hydraulic fracturing 'fracking' wastewater on the Ohio River.

As exploration increases, employees often find themselves without adequate or affordable housing.

The Amish religion forbids lawsuits, locking families into deals that are often not in their favor.

A new study finds that drinking water quality near Marcellus shale gas extraction sites could be compromised.

Director Josh Fox accuses the energy industry and politicians of failing the American people.

Two Pennsylvania children, ages 7 and 10 have been permanently banned from talking about fracking.

Thanksgiving feasts and Christmas treats will be here soon, but being proactive can help you win the battle of the bulge.

A new study claims it isn't as bad as estimated, at least during one part of the process. But how much methane does leak during fracking?