tan Trump resorts to temper tantrums in golf course vs. wind farm fracas By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 02 Mar 2012 20:17:28 +0000 Renowned for his levelheadedness, ability to compromise and ecological concern, Donald Trump vows to halt construction on his golf development unless the Scotti Full Article At Home
tan Dog stands by injured canine friend in Japan By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 16 Mar 2011 17:21:30 +0000 A dog guards an injured canine friend in Japan. Rescue workers managed to get one dog to a shelter and the injured animal to a veterinary clinic. Full Article Pets
tan Standing up for Pluto By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 02 Mar 2010 19:55:12 +0000 Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson of the Hayden Planetarium in New York City talks with Rachel Maddow about his new PBS documentary about Pluto and its status as a planet Full Article Research & Innovations
tan Stack 'em up: A prefab apartment tower rises in Manhattan By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 24 Jul 2013 21:27:33 +0000 Check out this video of NYC's first prefab residential building coming to life over a 4-week span in Manhattan's Inwood section. Full Article Remodeling & Design
tan Footprints preserve giant sloth's last stand By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 26 Apr 2018 18:00:13 +0000 Preserved human footprints in the White Sands National Monument give us insights into early humans' hunting practices of giant ground sloths. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
tan Graffiti artists upcycle thousands of spray cans into botanical art By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 18 Jan 2013 20:42:26 +0000 CANLOVE, a collective of graffiti artists, is on a mission to collect and upcycle as many spray cans as possible into art. Full Article Leaderboard
tan Standing room only Senate hearing on MTR By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 29 Jun 2009 21:04:06 +0000 Appalachian residents witness to the atrocities of mountaintop removal as S. 696 hits the Senate. Full Article Research & Innovations
tan EPA stands up against mountaintop mining By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 11 Sep 2009 23:14:47 +0000 Finally! The EPA declares that 79 mountaintop coal mining permits may violate the Clean Water Act. Full Article Research & Innovations
tan Weekend reads: 'Michael Pollan' is an odd-shaped mutant By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 07 May 2010 16:19:46 +0000 An heirloom tomato has been named after Michael Pollan. The "Michael Pollan" tomato is an oddly shaped green and yellow tomato. Full Article Beverages
tan Hikers film tense standoff with mountain lion By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 10 Aug 2017 17:36:48 +0000 'What are we supposed to do?' one hiker whispered as a puma stared them down in Sequoia National Park. Full Article Animals
tan Meet the snowflake consultant for Disney's 'Frozen' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 21 Apr 2016 16:14:03 +0000 Physicist Kenneth Libbrecht, a leading expert on snowflake formation, is proud to have added scientific accuracy to Disney's hit animated musical. Full Article Climate & Weather
tan Safety standards aren't protecting kids from detergent pods By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 04 Jun 2019 12:10:01 +0000 Despite warnings to keep detergent pods away from children, poison control centers are still besieged with calls. Full Article Protection & Safety
tan Understanding honeybee die-offs with DIY smart hives By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 31 Mar 2014 13:00:10 +0000 Through the collaborative magic of crowdfunding, the Open Source Beehives project aims to bring downloadable beehive designs to citizen scientists everywhere. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
tan Super-absorbent Sponge Park to soak up pollutants along Brooklyn canal By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 17 Dec 2015 14:00:15 +0000 In a place where the streets flood with sewage after it rains, salvation may come in the form of a park. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
tan Photo: Space Shuttle Enterprise flies over Manhattan By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 27 Apr 2012 20:22:04 +0000 Space Shuttle Enterprise, mounted atop a 747 shuttle carrier aircraft, flies over New York City prior to landing at John F. Kennedy International Airport on Apr Full Article Space
tan Architects recognize Virginia's Brock Center for outstanding environmental performance By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 15 May 2017 17:29:35 +0000 The Brock Environmental Center's 'regenerative' design is key to its AIA recognition — it generates 80 percent more energy than it uses. Full Article Remodeling & Design
tan Green job of the week: EPA administrative assistant By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 07 Aug 2009 03:22:26 +0000 The EPA is searching for a senior (age 55+) to fill an administrative assistant position at the Ann Arbor, Michigan office. Full Article Green Workplace
tan Green job of the week: Technical writing and design consultant By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 14 Aug 2009 02:12:23 +0000 Chipotle, one of MNN's top 10 organic fast-food restaurants, is searching for a technical writing and design consultant at its Denver office. Full Article Green Workplace
tan How to learn to do a handstand By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 11 Jul 2017 19:06:36 +0000 Turn your world upside-down by practicing handstands, a whole-body move. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
tan Is squatting the new standing? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 25 Nov 2017 15:31:42 +0000 Here's why you should squat instead of sitting or standing throughout the day. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
tan Can a building standard help you live a healthier life? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sun, 12 Apr 2015 21:10:49 +0000 The WELL standard picks up where LEED and other standards fear to tread. Full Article Remodeling & Design
tan Is 'botanical sexism' making allergies worse? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 29 Mar 2018 17:39:04 +0000 Preference for "cleaner" male trees and plants in urban settings may trigger extra sneezing and wheezing. That's botanical sexism, says Thomas Ogren. Full Article Allergies
tan A timeline of the distant future for life on Earth By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 04 Jan 2019 15:59:08 +0000 If humans are still around millions or billions of years from now, they'll have to deal with supervolcanoes, asteroids and worse. Full Article Space
tan Fan MNN on Facebook and win these outstanding eco-books By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 11 May 2010 16:09:06 +0000 Become a fan and win these 5 environmentally-themed books. Full Article Arts & Culture
tan Sprig + Spirit's Chia-politan, a nourishing cocktail By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 10 Apr 2015 22:11:32 +0000 What do you get when you merge superfoods and quality spirits? Cocktails for those who want to integrate mindfulness into all parts of their lives. Full Article Beverages
tan Whale ear wax (you heard that right) carries a lifetime of ocean pollutants By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 17 Sep 2013 18:48:32 +0000 By analyzing ear wax from a deceased blue whale, scientists gained clues to years of chemical exposure. Full Article Animals
tan Cigarette butts are the most pervasive man-made pollutant By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 22 Jul 2019 16:18:47 +0000 These plastic filters far surpass plastic straws in coastal cleanup tallies and they're toxic on land, too. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
tan Yahoo Livestand to bring the magazine rack to tablet computers By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 11 Feb 2011 14:55:59 +0000 Meanwhile, rumors of a pending iPad 3 spread around the Web, but are they to be believed? Full Article Computers
tan Augmented reality goggles set new standard in wearable computers By www.laptopmag.com Published On :: Tue, 26 Feb 2013 16:06:55 +0000 A prototype wearable computer runs on its own OS, features 720p displays over both eyes and recognizes facial and hand movements. Full Article Gadgets & Electronics
tan How new electronics can withstand body fluids By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 21 Jun 2013 14:09:58 +0000 Innovative technology enables electronic devices to function in contact with body tissues. Full Article Research & Innovations
tan Supermarket's rejected 'Rang-tan' holiday ad becomes viral sensation By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 15 Nov 2018 13:26:38 +0000 The ad, meant to highlight the environmental costs of palm oil, has touched the hearts of millions. Full Article Animals
tan Bluecoat Gin: Organic botanicals make one great gin By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 25 Sep 2012 15:56:51 +0000 Organic botanicals make the difference with Bluecoat Gin. This American Dry Gin, distilled in Philadelphia, is the main ingredient in our food blogger’s Satur Full Article Beverages
tan Ted Turner's Montana Grill is turning heads By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 23 Mar 2009 09:51:28 +0000 From paper straws to bison burgers, Ted's Montana Grill proves red meat can be green. Full Article Healthy Eating
tan Water-smart approach only heightens the allure of Denver Botanic Gardens By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 17 Jun 2015 13:00:36 +0000 These gardens epitomize a balance between beauty and conservation, promoting smart water practices and boosting honeybee populations in the area. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
tan Americans don't understand their infotainment systems By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 06 Jun 2015 14:22:34 +0000 From frustrating voice recognition to built-in apps, consumers either don't know they're there or can't figure them out. But relief is in sight. Full Article Transportation
tan 'Smart' window design instantly changes tint depending on air temperature By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 29 Sep 2011 19:37:11 +0000 Korean scientists create energy-saving windows that reflect heat in the summer and absorb it during the winter. Full Article Research & Innovations
tan Isn't it time we updated furnace standards? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 21 Jan 2014 15:42:46 +0000 Updated standards for furnaces and furnace fans, combined, could save consumers roughly $37 billion over three decades. Full Article At Home
tan Moisture-resistant building products By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 26 Apr 2010 19:47:10 +0000 Moisture-resistant building products are the first line of defense against rotting and mold, problems that can devalue our homes and cause serious health issues Full Article Green Workplace
tan Creating a mold resistant home By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 08 Sep 2010 16:32:47 +0000 By taking steps to make your home mold resistant, you’ll avoid the headaches of remediation and repair, as well as the potential health problems mold can caus Full Article Green Workplace
tan Man saves swan tangled up with a fishhook By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 20 Jun 2018 21:27:50 +0000 A family spots a swan caught in fishing line — and Uncle Freddy saves the day. Full Article Animals
tan Second Montana oil spill went unreported for a month By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 21 Jul 2011 19:05:16 +0000 While much smaller than the Yellowstone River oil spill, a newly discovered spill is raising eyebrows because it went unreported for a month. Full Article Energy
tan EPA proposes stricter soot standards By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 15 Jun 2012 18:59:02 +0000 The agency says its proposed rule could save tens of thousands of lives every year, but critics warn of economic burdens for some U.S. industries. Full Article Politics
tan FoodTank: Planting the seeds of activism By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 19 Jan 2013 20:38:35 +0000 New think tank aims to be one-stop resource for addressing hunger, obesity, food waste and a broken agricultural system. Full Article Leaderboard
tan Literacy advocate empowers young storytellers in Afghanistan By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 15 Feb 2013 15:51:23 +0000 Social entrepreneur harnesses the power of stories to help illiterate communities leverage their ingenuity to find solutions to local problems. Full Article Leaderboard
tan Freeze-resistant Asian 'super roach' arrives in New York City By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 09 Dec 2013 16:19:55 +0000 Unlike other roaches, this Asian cockroach — which has never been seen in the U.S. — can survive the cold and snow. Full Article Animals
tan 'Resistant' starches heal the colon, prevent cancer By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 28 Feb 2013 18:25:01 +0000 Resistance is not futile. In fact, it can stave off colon cancer and ease inflammatory bowel disease and other digestion problems. Full Article Healthy Eating
tan The worst everyday air pollutants and what they do to our bodies By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 09 Jul 2018 16:00:24 +0000 Nearly half of all air pollutants exceed breathable levels and they often have a dangerous impact on our health. Full Article Healthy Spaces
tan That huge helium deposit under Tanzania is even bigger than we thought By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 17 Oct 2017 16:18:41 +0000 Scientists have found a 'world-class' helium gas field in East Africa. That's a big deal, and not just because squeaky voices are funny. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
tan Manhattan's newest green space straddles an active train yard By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 19 Mar 2019 11:59:10 +0000 Dubbed 'the smartest park ever built,' the Public Square and Gardens at Hudson Yards is now open for visitors. Full Article Arts & Culture
tan How making lower Manhattan larger will protect it from future flooding By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 27 Mar 2019 16:42:52 +0000 Mayor Bill de Blasio's $10B climate resiliency plan would extend the Manhattan shoreline by as much as 500 feet into the East River. Full Article Climate & Weather