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How to watch the transit of Venus through binoculars (and not hurt yourself)

On June 5, Venus will cross the face of the sun. If you live in North America, Europe, Asia or eastern Africa, you'll be able to witness this historic celestial




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How to see Venus at its brightest

Although Venus is very bright, it is also very low in the sky, so you'll want to find a low southwestern horizon for the best view.




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How to see Venus in the morning sky

Venus will pass between Earth and the sun tomorrow, becoming visible in the early morning hours next week.




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How New York aims to help hungry students

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo's 'No Student Goes Hungry Program' aims to provide healthy, locally sourced meals to all students, K-through-college, who need them.




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How to talk to your daughter about puberty

It's got to happen sooner or later. So take a deep breath — and a big sip of wine if you need it — and follow these tips for talking to your daughter about




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How to talk to your son about puberty

Tips for moms on how, when, and what to talk about when talking to your son about puberty.




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Roxy 'surf' ads show sex, not sport: Women protest

Videos and ads by Roxy for women's surfing gear and swimsuits anger female surfers.



  • Arts & Culture

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How do you know if it's non-GMO?

Consumers get outraged when they realize that foods labeled 'all-natural' contain genetically engineered ingredients. But GMO-free is




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Pick Chow helps kids create 5 star meals

The winner of the Apps for Healthy Kids contest sponsored by Let’s Move allows kids build a healthy meal from ingredients online, and they can send those meal




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How to use the USDA's planting zone map

Looking for plant hardiness zones? This useful map shows which plants you can grow in your garden based on temperatures in your area.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Government shutdown: How it affects food assistance

What will happen to WIC, SNAP and the federal school lunch program if the shutdown is prolonged?




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How to avoid buying blood avocados

In Mexico, a drug cartel is extorting money from avocado producers and killing those who won’t pay. There’s no perfect way to avoid buying them.




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Satellites reveal just how fast world's ice is melting

The melt-off from the world's ice sheets, ice caps and glaciers over eight years of the past decade would have been enough to cover the United States in about 1



  • Wilderness & Resources

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How coral reefs can help us endure climate change

Not only can coral reefs buffer humans from disasters, but protecting them is 15 times cheaper than building sea walls.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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What is cradle cap, and how do you fix it?

Everything from dandruff shampoo to olive oil can be used to treat this unsightly yet harmless condition.



  • Babies & Pregnancy

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How to throw a green baby shower

Q: My friend is about to have a baby and I got "honored" with (aka: stuck) throwing the shower. She’s super green and doesn’t want a lot of pastel pink or b



  • Babies & Pregnancy

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How do you turn a breech baby naturally?

I just had my 36-week checkup at the gynecologist and they told me that my baby is breech, meaning that if it doesn’t go head-down soon, I’m going to have t



  • Babies & Pregnancy

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How do you calm a crying newborn?

My newborn child won’t stop crying My sister-in-law says he could have colic. I don’t even know what that means but it sounds serious. Got any natural remed



  • Babies & Pregnancy

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How often do you bathe your baby?

Mommy blogger's confession sparks controversy over the necessity of the daily baby bath.



  • Babies & Pregnancy

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Rapper-turned-home-renovator goes Amish for new show

In his latest project for the DIY Network, Vanilla Ice moves to Ohio's Amish country to learn some old-school renovation techniques.



  • Remodeling & Design

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How to make overpopulation OK

As humanity hits the 7 billion mark today, a new U.N. report suggests we should focus more on our quality of life than the quantity of it.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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How storytelling can inspire positive change

A key focus of this week's Transformational Media Summit is how sharing stories can change attitudes to help us create a more peaceful world.



  • Sustainable Business Practices

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How to read nutrition labels

Understanding what you are eating is a crucial step to healthier living. But what do all those food labels really mean?




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How can lasers protect polar bears from oil drilling?

Polar-bear dens, where mama bears raise young cubs during the harsh Alaska winters, could be identified using laser technology.




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How polar bear cubs beat the summer heat

Far from the frosty climate of the Arctic Circle, this adorable family is making do in the summer heat with a brand new swimming pool.




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How scientists study disasters to improve future outcomes

Video: Teams from the Disaster Research Center (DRC) go to devastated locations to learn more about how lives may be saved in the future.



  • Protection & Safety

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How life thrives on the ocean floor in the dark biosphere

An entire ecosystem living without light or oxygen flourishes beneath the ocean floor.




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Colbert shows Obama how to kick some BP butt

Comedian beats up BP CEO look-alike on 'Colbert Report'.



  • Arts & Culture

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How much of the Nativity story is true?

From the birth of Jesus in a manger to the Star of Bethlehem, the details of the Nativity story show up in Christmas pageants and storefront windows everywhere.



  • Arts & Culture

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How much does a good attitude matter when you're fighting a serious illness?

Experts are divided on the power of spirituality and an upbeat mindset.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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Nun shows off soccer skills with police officer

This nun in Ireland shows off her soccer skills in a game of keepie uppie with a police officer.



  • Arts & Culture

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How to survive pollen season (without locking yourself inside the house)

How to pollen-proof your life with these 20 tips for seasonal allergy sufferers.




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How to treat a poison ivy rash naturally

These home remedies can help you tackle that pesky poison ivy rash the natural way.



  • Protection & Safety

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How to remove label glue from glass easily and naturally

After trying several methods to remove the label glue from the bottles, I finally found the winner.




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How to grow ginseng

Although it takes some time to get the plants going, homegrown "wild" ginseng has more value and character than cultivated roots.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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How to treat a bee sting naturally

Pesky insects can be a real pain during summer outdoor activities, but these simple remedies ease the aftermath of a bee sting.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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How the scent of sandalwood heals wounds

Research has found that skin cells react positively when exposed to the smell, which could have applications in curing diseases.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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How to get rid of under-eye bags and dark circles

Trying to get rid of those dark circles and bags under your eyes? Look in your kitchen for easy remedies



  • Natural Beauty & Fashion

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How to get rid of spider crickets

With their weird behavior and extra-large size, home infestation of spider crickets is a decidedly unpleasant experience.




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How to get natural sunburn relief

Overdo it in the sun? From aloe vera to baking soda to oatmeal, these common household supplies make effective homemade sunburn remedies.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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Why you should learn how to breathe

Diaphragmatic breathing is easy to master and good for your body and mind. So, here's how to breathe correctly.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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How fuel-efficient is the Chevy Volt?

Although the Chevy Volt is expected to hit dealerships in late November, the auto world is still waiting on the EPA’s official fuel efficiency rating.




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10 cars I expect to see (and drive) at the Los Angeles Auto Show

The LA Auto Show, which kicks off next week, is shaping up as very environmentally friendly this year, with a range of EV introductions and first-drive opportun




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Happy days at the New York Auto Show

Even the big cars are fuel misers these days, as buyers with cash in their pockets cast a wary eye on $4 gas. Did GM really roll out a 35-mpg Chevrolet Impala?




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'Pipe Dreams': How TransCanada's Keystone XL oil pipeline endangers America

Narrator Daryl Hannah, filmmaker Leslie Iwerks and others discuss the Keystone XL pipeline battle in 'Pipe Dreams.'



  • Arts & Culture

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How tea changed the world

From its roots in ancient China, the healthful beverage tea has become one of the world's most popular drinks.




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How to farm without a field

These pioneers are sprouting produce indoors, no soil or sunlight required.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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How one small town became the 'Lavender Capital of North America'

In just 20 years, the city of Sequim, Washington transformed from a declining arid farmland into a fragrant prairie of purple blooms.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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How coffee changed the world

Everything you ever wanted to know about the history of coffee.




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New report quantifies just how badly Russian waters are polluted by radioactive waste

According to a government study, Russia is covered with tens of thousands of ecological disasters.