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6 sweet, last-minute DIY gifts for Father's Day

Need a gift for dad in a hurry? Here are six great Father's Day gifts you can whip up this weekend.




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Father’s Day beer: Victory’s Swing Session Saison

This light, spicy, beer is perfect for saying “Cheers” to dad on Father’s Day and enjoying throughout the whole summer.




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The Daddy Dozen: Father's Day gift guide 2014

What discerning patriarch wouldn't appreciate a foosball bottle opener, a mason jar cocktail shaker or a dashing hanky to have around the house?




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Today is National Alternative Fuel Vehicle Day

The biennial event is dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of alternative fuel vehicles.




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11 everyday uses for castile soap

Castile soap can be used to clean a variety of things, including you, your dog and your vegetables.




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5 easy, festive napkin folds for the holidays

Even an amateur can pull off these impressive, cheerful napkin folds with paper or cloth napkins.




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This holiday light display brought to you by an electric eel named Miguel Wattson

An eel named Miguel Wattson is behind the holiday display at the Tennessee Aquarium.




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What a glass of wine a day does to your body

We explore the risks and benefits of drinking a glass of wine a day.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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How to eat well on $4 a day

A new baby has been keeping the author of "Good and Cheap" busy, but Leanne Brown is looking ahead to how she can inspire people to eat well next.




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8 gift-worthy design books for the holidays

From log cabin enthusiasts to tiny house dwellers to aspiring de-clutterers, there's a book for everyone on your holiday gift list.



  • Remodeling & Design

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These biological illustrations are as profound today as they were in the 19th century

'The Art and Science of Ernst Haeckel' is a collection of beautifully illustrated flora and fauna by a German biologist and artist.



  • Arts & Culture

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The Green 20 Minutes A Day Challenge

Can devoting 20 minutes a day to a green project make big eco-friendly waves? One oceans activist shows how a little time can make a big difference.




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'Saturday Night Live' tackles high fructose corn syrup

You're going to snicker at the show's take on the controversial sweetener.




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The sharing economy is taking on a whole new meaning these days

Companies like Airbnb and Uber are feeling the pandemic pinch, but neighborly sharing is on its way up, and that's a good thing.




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Is it time to try Vegan Mondays?

A new study suggests going vegan is the best thing you can do for the planet.




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9 reasons to eat an apple every day

Apples are as good for you as you've always been told — and maybe better. Consider all these health benefits.




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Snow days: The best winter cars

In the wake of the big Northeast storm, here's a look at some of the smart all-wheel drive choices for getting you through snow and ice




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Why the winter solstice is the shortest day

On Dec. 21, the top half of the planet faces away from the sun, leaving the North Pole in complete darkness.



  • Climate & Weather

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For Mother's Day, a steamy romance novel starring … Colonel Sanders?

The downloadable romance novel "Tender Wings of Desire" from KFC is free. But how does Rob Lowe fit into all of this?



  • Arts & Culture

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Eco-friendlier wines for Labor Day

CNN recommends several boxed wines for the holiday weekend. Are the boxes the only eco-friendly thing about them?




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Which holiday foods are safe for pets?

Your dog or cat wants in on the turkey and pumpkin pie, but not everything on the table is OK for your pet to eat.




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There's a radio signal from deep space that's repeating every 16 days

A mysterious radio signal from deep space appears to be repeating every 16 days.




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Forget Black Friday: Support your kids and Small Business Saturday instead

Small businesses generate more jobs — and our kids are going to need them — so support Small Business Saturday.



  • Sustainable Business Practices

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Why not retire to the Holiday Inn?

Hotel living combined with extreme minimalism could be an interesting lifestyle choice.




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Running just 10 minutes a day can reduce your risk of early death by 27 percent

Who says you can't outrun old age?



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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Weekend reads: A farmers market holiday, our right to water, and more

According to the Department of Agriculture, there are 5,279 farmers markets, large and small, in communities across America.




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5 reasons to attend your local farmers market opening day

There are dozens of reasons to go the farmers market, but opening day, these five are particularly important.




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The Green Party: Go organic this Valentine's Day

Video: Danielle shows you how to celebrate Valentine's Day in an organic way.




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Friday is National Weatherization Day

Oct. 30 is National Weatherization Day 2009, and awareness events are planned across the country.




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Want a free $2,000 home electric car charger? Apply today

Two separate projects funded by the Department of Energy are offering free home chargers. The only drawback? You have to pay for the electric vehicle.




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A little boy spends his birthday savings on victims of Hurricane Dorian

6-year-old Jermaine Bell cashes in his Disney World Fund to buy hot dogs and water for hurricane evacuees.




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China's Singles Day shopping spree leaves a trail of waste behind

Popular online shopping holiday produces billions of dollars in sales — and billions of boxes in the trash.




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How squid teeth will one day fix torn clothing

Researchers at Pennsylvania State University have developed a self-healing fabric derived from the amazing biological properties of squid ring teeth.



  • Research & Innovations

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Photo: Groundhog Day blizzard from space

A NOAA satellite captures the February 2011 snowstorm as it blankets the U.S.



  • Climate & Weather

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Growing number of kids choose charity over birthday gifts

More and more charities say they have been helped by these 'pint-sized philanthropists' who are choosing to give rather than receive.




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8 brilliant, everyday things invented by kids

Who knew we have teenagers to thank for warm ears, frozen treats and easy adding?




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Grab a free ticket to a museum this Saturday

Sept. 21 is Museum Day, and it's your chance to get free admission to hundreds of museums across the country.




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Volunteer for National Public Lands Day

Support your favorite national park, forest or preserve by volunteering or visiting on National Public Lands Day.




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Festive Plants Bring Holiday Cheer, Indoors and Out

Decorate both the interior and exterior of your home with live plants and accents from the garden, like evergreens and acorns, for a festive holiday atmosphere.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Staying green for the holidays

Winter is quickly approaching and the holidays are in full swing once again.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Holiday Gifts that Grow: Tips for Giving Live Plants

Live plants make a thoughtful and long-lasting gift, especially when chosen with care and customized with little touches that make them even more special.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Holiday Briefing

U.S. reels from storms, cats' secret lives revealed, deadly disease eradicated, and reports of water on the moon intensify.



  • Green News Roundup

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10 ways today's college students can lower their student debt

The best strategy to minimize student loan debt is to search for affordable colleges. Yes, it’s complicated, but here’s what to know.




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Arctic fox astounds scientists by walking 2,100 miles in 76 days

The young female set a new speed record for her species.




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Bacteria help solar panels beat cloudy days

Bacteria can help solar panels convert sunlight to energy, even on overcast days.




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Do we still need daylight saving time?

Find out why everyone from the candy lobby to the TV networks are weighing in on the daylight saving time debate.



  • Research & Innovations

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How your free time affects your work day

Whether you learn a language or listen to music tonight can impact how you perform at work tomorrow.




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Do nonsmokers deserve extra vacation days?

The average smoker takes about six days of smoke breaks each year, so maybe nonsmokers deserve extra vacation days in return.




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REI wants you to do more than #OptOutside on Black Friday

REI is leading the way with #OptOutside, but other major brands are following their example on Black Friday.



  • Arts & Culture

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5 math holidays everyone should know

Mark your calendar for math holidays that celebrate moles, spirals and an endless string of numbers!



  • Arts & Culture