use Space shuttle Endeavour arrives home to LA museum By www.space.com Published On :: Sun, 14 Oct 2012 23:30:07 +0000 The iconic space shuttle Endeavour, in commission for 20 years, has arrived at a museum in LA, making that its home for the foreseeable future. Full Article Space
use Beyonce's use of Challenger disaster audio clip upsets astronauts' families By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 02 Jan 2014 16:38:04 +0000 Beyoncé ended the year on a sour note with members of the NASA community. Full Article Space
use Seawater Greenhouse brings agriculture to world's harshest environments By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 12 Apr 2018 13:28:11 +0000 British tech startup Seawater Greenhouse makes the impossible feat of growing crops in arid regions possible with the help of plenty of sunshine and saltwater. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
use Eating beans instead of beef will put a dent in greenhouse gas emissions By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 26 May 2017 12:44:44 +0000 If you're not ready to go cold turkey with beef, we have some bean recipes to get you started in replacing just a meal or two. Full Article Healthy Eating
use No place to park your tiny house? This website can help By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 20 Nov 2017 12:15:09 +0000 Just think of Indiana-based startup Try It Tiny as the Airbnb of tiny house-friendly land rentals. Full Article At Home
use Green job of the week: Rock star user interaction engineer By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 21 Aug 2009 01:46:22 +0000 GoodGuide, home of the world's largest healthy and green product database, is searching for a Rock Star User Interaction Engineer. Full Article Green Workplace
use The Farallon Islands have a mouse problem. The solution is raising eyebrows. By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 08 Jul 2019 17:59:04 +0000 Scientists propose dropping poison to kill mice on the Farallon Islands, but there's concern that wildlife and water quality will suffer. Full Article Animals
use Photo: Michelle Obama honors moms, military spouses By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 11 May 2012 15:01:09 +0000 U.S. first lady Michelle Obama and Dr. Jill Biden, wife of U.S. Vice President Joe Biden, host a party at the White House on May 10 for mothers, grandmothers an Full Article Family Activities
use New cement cuts greenhouse gases by 90% By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 29 Sep 2009 20:43:23 +0000 Cement made from 'fly ash', a byproduct from coal-fired power plants, has a remarkably lower carbon footprint, recycles industrial waste, and is more durable. Full Article Research & Innovations
use What's going on behind closed doors at the White House? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 24 Dec 2010 14:30:34 +0000 Despite claims that special interest groups don't have a place in the White House, some reports say that's not the case. Other reports simply don't exist. Full Article Politics
use If your workouts cause extreme soreness and swelling, read this By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 29 Sep 2017 14:53:39 +0000 Rhabdomyolysis is rare, but if your workouts cause extreme soreness or swelling, check with your doctor. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
use Why LeBron James uses yoga bubbles (and maybe you should, too) By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 13 Nov 2017 14:12:04 +0000 NBA star LeBron James may have just launched a new fitness revolution with his use of "yoga bubbles." Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
use Air pollution causes cancer, says World Health Organization By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 17 Oct 2013 14:27:00 +0000 Outdoor air pollution has now been classified as 'carcinogenic to humans' by the United Nations. Full Article Transportation
use Flatulent cows cause methane explosion on German farm By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 28 Jan 2014 17:35:42 +0000 Yes, you read that right. Full Article Animals
use Did dark matter cause many of Earth's mass extinctions? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 24 Feb 2015 03:42:59 +0000 A new study suggests that dark matter from the galactic plane may have been what really killed the dinosaurs — and it may one day threaten us. Full Article Space
use What caused 200,000 saigas to die? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 18 Jan 2018 15:50:19 +0000 Scientists identified the cause of the mystery die-off, as half of the species' population perished within a matter of weeks in 2015. Full Article Animals
use This cannabis-infused vodka tastes more like gin (and it won't get you high) By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 25 May 2016 21:43:26 +0000 The 2014 farm bill removed some of the barriers to growing hemp. Humboldt Distillery ran with it. Full Article Beverages
use The mint julep is the Kentucky Derby's official drink because people love to steal glasses By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 26 Apr 2019 18:32:33 +0000 Stealing bar glasses to keep as a souvenir goes way back and plays a key role in the mint julep, Kentucky Derby relationship. Full Article Beverages
use Van Jones just tapped for senior White House Council position By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 10 Mar 2009 07:41:34 +0000 UPDATE: Van Jones clears up the 'green czar' buzz. Full Article Research & Innovations
use 'Fatberg' to be displayed in London museum By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Dec 2017 16:17:28 +0000 The Museum of London will showcase part of a 143-ton chunk of fat, diapers and baby wipes that was removed from the city's sewers. Full Article Healthy Eating
use These modern housewares are made from trash By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 28 Mar 2018 14:33:24 +0000 A Product Impact Dashboard tells you exactly how much rubbish was used to create Pentatonic's cushions, tables and serving bowls. Full Article Remodeling & Design
use 'Single-use' is the 2018 word of the year By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 12 Nov 2018 18:48:56 +0000 The dictionary's most popular word of the year has to do with waste. Full Article Responsible Living
use North America has millions of utility markers. This biologist sees millions of birdhouses. By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sun, 08 Apr 2018 14:47:42 +0000 Wildlife biologist Steve Barlow has invented a nest box that can be added to utility right-of-way markers across the U.S. and Canada. Full Article Research & Innovations
use For the first time, a mammal species is extinct because of human-induced climate change By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 19 Feb 2019 15:11:26 +0000 The Bramble Cay melomys lost most of its habitat to rising sea levels. Full Article Animals
use Ultra high-definition TVs might use $1 billion worth of additional energy per year By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 23 Dec 2015 11:12:00 +0000 But there are things you can do if you find a big 4K TV under the tree. Full Article Gadgets & Electronics
use Product displacement: The inside scoop on 9 household items By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 30 Nov 2009 11:32:06 +0000 Switching out some surprisingly toxic household products for cleaner, greener alternatives can help save your health, money and the planet. Full Article At Home
use A huge, organic gingerbread house By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 30 Nov 2009 16:57:31 +0000 The Ritz-Carlton in Charlotte uses organic ingredients, LED lights and a green vegetated moss roof on it’s holiday house. Full Article Healthy Eating
use Green Mountain Coffee addresses single-use servings By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 06 Aug 2010 00:22:56 +0000 Longtime eco-friendly coffee makers attempt a green solution to the waste of single servings. Full Article Responsible Living
use Americans are taking fish antibiotics because they can't afford to see a doctor By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 12 Dec 2019 15:02:41 +0000 Taking fish antibiotics instead of human drugs is a creative solution when money is tight, but it could lead to dangerous consequences. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
use This 'energetically independent' tiny house is shaped like a cross By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 22 May 2014 22:00:28 +0000 Formed by two wood-clad shipping containers, Skit 2014 is the ideal living arrangement for eremitic types who don't mind ladders and composting toilets. Full Article Remodeling & Design
use Brilliant bird uses human-made pesticide to rid its nest of parasites By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 06 May 2014 18:16:19 +0000 Wild finches in the Galapagos made famous by Charles Darwin 'self-fumigate' their nests using human-made pesticides. Full Article Animals
use How to get rid of houseflies naturally By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 26 Sep 2014 18:55:36 +0000 Try these simple tips and bid goodbye to houseflies, those uninvited pests buzzing around your home. Full Article At Home
use What kind of ants are in my house? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 10 Aug 2015 14:22:47 +0000 From carpenter ants to crazy ants, we'll help you ID the insects that have invaded your space. Full Article At Home
use 8 facts about the misunderstood house spider By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 12 Oct 2015 12:03:15 +0000 Humans and house spiders go way back, yet we rarely give this relationship much thought. Here's what to know about your arachnid roommates. Full Article At Home
use Can beautiful bands of wildflowers curb pesticide use? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 07 Feb 2018 13:31:34 +0000 Researchers in the U.K. hope that prettying up fields with strips of wildflowers will attract pest-munching bugs. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
use A dandelion's natural cycle causes chaos and confusion on the internet By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 17 May 2018 17:42:09 +0000 A lot of people thought white and yellow dandelions were different plants. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
use How to use grey water in the garden By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 14 Jun 2016 16:01:43 +0000 Grey water — water from kitchen or bathroom sinks, bathtubs, or washing machines — can safely be captured and rerouted to the garden. Here's how. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
use Missourians are making it rain (literally) at 'Cloud House' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 27 Mar 2017 15:09:06 +0000 Matthew Mazzotta's installation marries rainwater harvesting with the deeply pacifying sound of raindrops bouncing off a tin roof. Full Article Arts & Culture
use What are thought viruses? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 27 Aug 2015 18:44:46 +0000 Like the flu, some ideas get a foothold in our heads and then we propagate it. And now with social media, you subject yourself to everyone's thought germs. Full Article Arts & Culture
use Ancient Greek algorithm could be used to find inconceivably large prime numbers By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 28 Sep 2016 20:43:03 +0000 The sieve of Eratosthenes is an ancient tool for finding primes, but it might get a boost by modern computing. Full Article Computers
use House of Mandela: Fair Trade wines from South Africa's famous family By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 08 Nov 2013 13:00:00 +0000 The daughter and granddaughter of Nelson Mandela lead the Mandela family in sustainable wine making. Full Article Beverages
use Restaurants being reused as ... restaurants By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 02 Jun 2009 15:53:00 +0000 Smart, Southern, independent start-ups are using the buildings and kitchens from closed chains and being green in the process. Full Article Healthy Eating
use Researchers use sound waves to levitate objects By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 16 Jul 2013 14:29:49 +0000 Like magic, sound waves have the ability to manipulate objects suspended in midair. Full Article Research & Innovations
use How researchers can use GPS to track hurricane wind speeds By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 19 Jul 2013 16:09:48 +0000 Adding to data from current technologies, GPS radio signals could help to show a more comprehensive view of hurricanes' behaviors. Full Article Climate & Weather
use Why a factory ghost in Bangladesh caused riots By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 21 Jun 2013 19:09:57 +0000 A factory ghost caused 3,000 garment workers to riot in Bangladesh. The workers' behavior is called mass hysteria Full Article Arts & Culture
use How to reduce household allergens By www.networx.com Published On :: Thu, 05 Aug 2010 16:11:23 +0000 Reducing indoor allergens is simpler and cheaper than you think! Full Article At Home
use 15 houseplants for improving indoor air quality By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 29 Jan 2016 18:07:14 +0000 NASA studied houseplants as a way to purify the air in space facilities, here are the plants that improve your indoor air quality best. Full Article Healthy Spaces
use Employers are still finding 'legal' excuses to fire pregnant women By www.businessnewsdaily.com Published On :: Wed, 26 Feb 2014 15:45:02 +0000 Despite anti-discrimination laws, some employers are still finding ways to cut ties with their pregnant employees. Full Article Sustainable Business Practices
use Uncle Sam says use sunscreen By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 23 May 2011 21:59:43 +0000 If a bad burn isn't motivation enough to use care when you're out in the sun, perhaps some government intervention will help. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
use Jerko: Little green houseboat on the Superfund site By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 24 May 2011 13:30:51 +0000 Step aboard Jerko, an off-the-grid houseboat/urban sustainability laboratory that's been moored in one of America's filthiest waterways: Brooklyn's Gowanus Cana Full Article At Home