Soundtracked by Sigur Rós, the ultra-mellow trek was broadcast live on national television.

The massive tsunami generated by the March 2011 earthquake off the coast of northeastern Japan was a "merging tsunami" — a type of tsunami long thought to exi

Pluto and its mysterious neighbors hold perhaps some of the most exciting astronomical discoveries to come.

Skip the stores and head outdoors to a nearby state park.

Guy Laramee's work speaks to the 'erosion of cultures' and our over-reliance on analytical knowledge, symbolized by the book.

Documentary on coal mining’s effect on Appalachian communities premieres in West Virginia this Saturday.

Michael Pollan thanks and congratulates several organizations.

Michael Pollan explains how having such a centralized food system can be dangerous to the country.

Community fridges are like Little Free Pantries, but with electricity. They are one more solution to hunger and food waste.

Keep the pets but ditch the mess with this handy guide.

Rolling Stone's Jeff Goodell joins Morning Joe to discuss former Massey Energy CEO Don Blankenship and examining his role in the worst mining disaster in 40 yea

Space shuttle Enterprise suffered minor wing damage on June 3 when it collided with the navigation guides for a New York railroad bridge during the first half o

U.S. scores lower than many smaller and poorer countries on world motherhood rankings.

The U.S. tradition began in 1911, but many other cultures offer their own twist on the Mother's Day theme. Mexico's celebration in particular looks like fun.

Due to history or legend, most countries are known for contributing something specific to the world. How many do you know?

Malaysia and the Philippines are forcefully rejecting trash from wealthier countries.

New hi-tech Environ thermostat allows you to remotely monitor and control your home energy use.

The biggest problem with potato chips is the oil they are fried in, but this company uses quality coconut oil!

The research reveals genetic clues about the insects' behavior, making it possible to target specific attributes.

Instagramming your restaurant could get you a slap on the wrist from the chef. Should it?

A simple parenting technique helps Inuit children learn to control anger at an early age.

The Microsoft founder admits that the cumbersome combination should have been made easier.

Bill and Melinda Gates outline global-aid myths: poor countries will always be poor, foreign aid is a waste, and saving lives will lead to overpopulation.

If you're thinking about moving to another country, his handy tool lets you compare everything from free time to health care costs.

Ireland's national investment fund will sell all investments in coal, oil, gas and peat as soon as possible.

Bipartisan 'Chemical Safety Improvement Act' would require more safety regulation for chemicals while making it easier for those that pass to get on the market.

Apex Logistics employees converted a storage space into every college man's dream hangout, complete with pinups and gym equipment.

Sara Rue becomes a mom on and off the set of 'Malibu Country'.

This traditional beverage has many health benefits, including a possible blood sugar lowering effect.

Chuck Leavell, keyboardist for The Rolling Stones and the cofounder of MNN, sits down with country music star Gretchen Wilson at Farm Aid 2009 to talk about fig

More than 1,000 workers will study the environmental effects of energy production.

Norfolk Southern is working with GreenTrees LLC on a five-year reforestation project.

These guys aren't shy about taking on Tesla, but first they need to ramp up the factory for this 1,088-horsepower, 200 mph electric from Croatia.

Forget Pat Conroy ... nothing says 'summer reading' like upcycling bibles and tiny house memoirs.

It's a wild idea fraught with controversy, but Australia has the habitats and the protections in place to harbor these beasts.

Give the real estate-fixated college graduate in your life a well-designed, practical gift that will be put to good use in their first post-grad abode.

After you read the last page of this new book for kids, you can start a discussion about food, farmers and eating.

With college grad gifting season upon us, here's a handful of useful, unique and starter apartment-friendly household items.

This Spanish farmer's free-range geese fatten up naturally for migration season.

These appliances are big energy hogs, so it makes sense to make them smart.

Model guidelines from the U.N. for energy-efficient light bulbs aid developing nations in smoothly transitioning from incandescents to LEDs.

Good looking pants that protect your valuables.

Meet Don DiCostanzo, the entrepreneur behind Pedego electric bikes. Find out what he thinks about President Obama, e-bikes in bike lanes, and the way to a green

A mom, inspired by her own little 'chickins,' has hatched a fun, colorful line of nutrition learning tools that can inspire other families to build healthy habi

There is no doubt, digital books are here to stay. The original Kindle, which started shipping in November 2007, was a wake up call to the publishing world.

A new iPhone app lets drivers report traffic conditions to each other in real time.

92 countries lack a national policy that grants fathers paid paternity leave, including the United States.

This 13-year-old fashion designer, cartoon animator, and activist is committed to making eco-savvy clothing that gives back.

Despite several obstacles in his path Joe Barton thinks he will be the next chairman of the committee and is already drawing up plans.

Cap and trade may finally be finished in Washington, but it's been dying elsewhere for a while.