hat Remembering Apollo 11 and the giant step that changed everything By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 15 Jul 2019 19:25:39 +0000 It's been 50 years since the Apollo 11 mission and the first step on the moon. Here's a look back in photos. Full Article Space
hat What killed polar bear Knut? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 06 Jan 2014 18:15:21 +0000 The culprit of the sudden death of famed polar bear tot Knut has been found, says an international team of scientists. Full Article Animals
hat What lice can tell us about human migration By www.nsf.gov Published On :: Wed, 30 Jun 2010 15:48:32 +0000 The insect's DNA helps piece together our evolutionary history. Full Article Research & Innovations
hat What if you never had to worry about getting lost? By www.nsf.gov Published On :: Wed, 15 Sep 2010 17:10:33 +0000 Video: Keeping better track of yourself and your keys. Full Article Research & Innovations
hat What birds can teach us about flight By www.nsf.gov Published On :: Wed, 22 Dec 2010 21:42:42 +0000 Looking to the ground before taking to the air–-what ground birds can teach us about flight. Full Article Animals
hat What does your virtual self have to do with the real world? By www.nsf.gov Published On :: Fri, 04 Feb 2011 02:50:54 +0000 Your avatar may be just a virtual identity, but it can also affect how you are in the real world. Full Article Gadgets & Electronics
hat Cooperative robots that learn means less work for human handlers By www.nsf.gov Published On :: Fri, 29 Jul 2011 16:30:38 +0000 Video: Researchers are developing a robot language so 'bots' can cooperate with each other. Full Article Computers
hat Science of shopping: Cameras and software that track our buying behavior By www.nsf.gov Published On :: Mon, 22 Aug 2011 22:01:59 +0000 Video: Aerial surveillance cameras in some stores track our shopping behavior and help retailers determine what to sell and how to position it. Full Article Personal Finance
hat What is deism? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 21 May 2015 15:24:53 +0000 Deists do not believe in miracles, divinely inspired writings, or messengers from above. So what do they believe? Full Article Arts & Culture
hat 5 ancient burials that affirm our bond with animals By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 30 Jul 2015 15:28:30 +0000 Many animals have been found buried with the same level of care as humans, suggesting a deep bond between humans and animals. Full Article Pets
hat What I've learned about Lent By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 09 Feb 2016 22:46:13 +0000 Sacrifice isn't just about giving up chocolate, but that's a good start. Full Article Family Activities
hat What wine did Jesus drink at the Last Supper? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 24 Mar 2016 19:35:16 +0000 What did Jesus' drink at his last meal? Experts speculate what the modern-day counterpart would be, and you can try this at home, too. Full Article Beverages
hat What makes a wine kosher? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 30 Mar 2016 18:16:29 +0000 If you think kosher wine is only for a specific group of wine drinkers, think again. Full Article Beverages
hat What is craniosacral therapy? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 12 Feb 2014 17:53:43 +0000 Cranial sacral therapy also known as craniosacral therapy is a gentle technique that releases tensions deep inside the body to reduce pain and dysfunction. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
hat Oil cleansing: Why would I want to do that? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 13 Mar 2014 15:43:53 +0000 The oil cleansing method has women everywhere ditching face soap in favor of oil — but why? Full Article Natural Beauty & Fashion
hat What is neem oil? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 23 Apr 2014 16:03:27 +0000 This oil from the 'Indian lilac' can be used for everything from skin and hair care to pest control. Full Article Natural Beauty & Fashion
hat 9 foods that fight bad breath By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 25 Apr 2014 20:30:14 +0000 Skip the commercial mouthwash and eat your halitosis away instead. Full Article Healthy Eating
hat 'Leaf to Home': A charging system that powers your EV (and then some) By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 04 Aug 2011 01:00:30 +0000 In response to Japan's power crunch resulting from the Fukushima disaster, Nissan unveils a two-way charging system that makes it possible for your home Full Article Transportation
hat Energy lawyer argues that protesters' snarling faces constitute assault (and no, this isn't The Onion) By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 10 Nov 2014 20:12:15 +0000 A lawyer for energy giant Kinder Morgan recently argued that seeing the faces of unhappy pipeline protesters could constitute a form of assault. Full Article Energy
hat What's the point of a flower that smells like a dead body? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 22 Jul 2013 18:29:47 +0000 The stench of foul-smelling flowers attracts insects that aid in their pollination. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
hat The farm goat that was eaten: The reality of meat eating By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 06 Sep 2013 17:55:50 +0000 An honest story from an organic Japanese farm about what to do with an unneeded goat. Full Article Healthy Eating
hat Is that plant dead? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 01 Apr 2014 15:29:51 +0000 As winter comes to an end, it's time to check your garden's vital signs. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
hat What chickens do during a solar eclipse By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 24 Mar 2015 20:23:17 +0000 Last week's total solar eclipse was a confusing phenomenon for a brood of chickens in the Faroe Islands. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
hat What to know about food imports from Japan By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 23 Mar 2011 13:51:17 +0000 The FDA issues warnings about high levels of radiation in food from parts of Japan. There doesn’t seem to be too much of a danger of contaminated foods enteri Full Article Healthy Eating
hat What's the cancer risk for those still living near Fukushima? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 25 Feb 2014 16:17:02 +0000 For people living in areas neighboring the Fukushima nuclear power plants, the worst of the radiation exposure may have passed. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
hat Radioactive diamonds are turned into batteries that last for thousands of years By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 30 Nov 2016 14:30:27 +0000 They might sound a little pricey, but these might be the longest lasting batteries ever created. Full Article Energy
hat What lies beneath: Is the ground underneath your home ripe for fracking? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 15 Oct 2013 23:14:42 +0000 Reuters investigates the growing trend of builders keeping hush about the severing of mineral rights attached to newly built homes. Full Article At Home
hat What do you know about dinosaurs? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 20 Jun 2014 13:00:24 +0000 See how much you know about the prehistoric beasts that once roamed the Earth. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
hat What the singing mice of Costa Rica can tell us about human conversation By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 28 Feb 2019 21:45:10 +0000 Researchers in Costa Rica are studying the vocalizations of Alston's singing mice to learn more about human speech. Full Article Animals
hat Quiet Treehouse: A sylvan escape that battles noise pollution By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 10 Mar 2014 19:49:54 +0000 Make its debut at the Ideal Home Show in London, the Quiet Treehouse includes an array of features that drown out modern life's most irritating noises. Full Article Remodeling & Design
hat Feeling chilly? We have a hot toddy for that By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 11 Jan 2019 15:28:32 +0000 Jan. 11 is Hot Toddy Day, and we've got 5 recipes to take the chill off this winter. Full Article Beverages
hat 10 home remedies that really work By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 25 Mar 2016 18:06:20 +0000 There are numerous simple fixes and natural health solutions that require items you likely already have in your home. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
hat What are age spots and how can you get rid of them? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 29 Mar 2016 18:52:47 +0000 Age spots or liver spots, are flat, spots on the face, neck and hands, areas that are more exposed to the sun than others. Here's how to get rid of them. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
hat What is black cumin seed oil good for? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 12 May 2016 11:41:39 +0000 Black cumin seeds may be the best kept secret of the medicinal healing world, yet black cumin oil has been used for centuries to treat all kinds of ailments. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
hat Kazakhstan's Altyn Emel boasts deserts, forests — and a sand dune that sings By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 26 Jun 2017 10:13:01 +0000 Kazakhstan's Altyn Emel, a newly named UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, home to deserts, forests and floodplains — and a giant sand dune that sings. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
hat An ancient tree that stared down Hurricane Harvey has become an unlikely hero By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 31 Aug 2017 16:59:20 +0000 While younger trees were left shattered by the hurricane, this iconic oak dubbed The Big Tree stood tall. Full Article Climate & Weather
hat 8 new UNESCO geoparks that will take your breath away By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 20 Apr 2019 13:02:24 +0000 Geoparks use an area's geological heritage to draw attention to key environmental issues. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
hat What is plant blindness? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 06 May 2019 12:26:54 +0000 Plant blindess is the "inability to see or notice the plants in one's own environment," which leads to "the inability to recognize the importance of plants." Full Article Wilderness & Resources
hat The FruitGuys, or what does mango really taste like? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 01 Jun 2009 16:53:04 +0000 Seasonal, local(ish) fruit delivery from small farmers right on your office or home doorstep. Yum. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
hat 10 cooking staples that can outlast you By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 15 Mar 2011 15:45:51 +0000 You may be surprised how many of your kitchen staples have a shelf life of decades — even after they've been opened. Full Article Healthy Eating
hat Watch: YouTube cooking show that centers on traditional food By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 05 Feb 2013 20:46:11 +0000 Ariyele Ressler features simple, nourishing recipes in her YouTube cooking channel. Full Article Healthy Eating
hat Coconut milk or coconut water: What's the difference? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 14 Feb 2013 21:23:30 +0000 From boosting metabolism to post-workout hydration, does coconut water live up to its claims? And what about coconut milk? Full Article Healthy Eating
hat Clear skin diet: Foods that bring acne relief By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 05 Nov 2015 21:39:56 +0000 If you're trying to clear up your complexion, there are studies that link certain foods and nutrients to improvements in your skin. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
hat What you need to know about processed foods By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Jan 2016 19:44:39 +0000 Michael Moss' exposure of the food industry in "Salt Sugar Fat" will open your eyes. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
hat There's a lump on the moon that's 5 times bigger than Hawaii's Big Island By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 12 Jun 2019 16:17:40 +0000 Scientists have found a massive deposit inside the South Pole-Aitken Basin on the moon, and it's having a significant impact on the moon's gravitational field. Full Article Space
hat What is a superfood? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 12 Aug 2013 19:55:25 +0000 A critical look at what we mean by the term "superfood." Full Article Healthy Eating
hat 10 recipes for Brussels sprouts that will make them your new favorite vegetable By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 16 Jun 2014 12:19:46 +0000 Brussels sprouts are a superfood packed with vitamins, cancer-fighting nutrients, and many health benefits. Full Article Recipes
hat 10 recipes for beets that celebrate this colorful superfood By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 07 Jul 2014 12:40:00 +0000 These 10 recipes put the sweet, nutritious vegetable at center stage in beautiful and sophisticated ways. Full Article Recipes
hat 10 recipes for lentils that move this superfood from drab to delightful By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Jul 2014 12:00:00 +0000 Not only are lentils a powerhouse of nutrition, but they have nearly limitless possibility for delicious dishes from burgers to salads. Full Article Healthy Eating
hat 14 recipes that celebrate tomato season By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 25 Sep 2014 12:00:00 +0000 The possibilities for tomatoes are endless. These recipes will get your creative juices flowing. Full Article Recipes