A well-placed nuclear explosion could actually save humanity from a big asteroid hurtling toward Earth, just like in the movies, a new study suggests.

Scientists are using crowdsourcing to test the water along the Pacific Coast of North America, a project that could predict future risks.

Lockheed Martin recently claimed to have designed a fusion reactor that can fit on the back of a truck. If viable, it really could change the world.

Watch how carefully a large dam is deconstructed in this time-lapse video showing the removal of Oregon's Gold Ray dam.

Outdoor Photographer of the Year honors the best images from 2018 that highlight landscapes, wildlife and nature.

In addition to surreal garden installations, the Hampton Court Flower Show hosts talks and demonstrations focusing on environmental issues.

If there ever was a reason to invest in a decent pair of shower sandals ...

Environmental group 10:10 Climate Action sees untapped potential in waste heat extracted from waterways buried beneath the British capital.

Now that fresh, local tomato season is just about done, you're probably going to have to open a few cans.

To grill perfect salmon and shrimp, get ready to break out the cooking oil.

Oat milk is a tasty and inexpensive milk alternative.

In her book 'Liv B's Vegan on a Budget,' Olivia Biermann explains how you don't have to be vegan to eat affordable plant-based meals.

Whip up one of these these easy homemade organic shampoo recipes to clean your locks with natural ingredients.

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.

Ancient tree stumps set the tone at Neskowin Ghost Forest in Oregon.

Ariyele Ressler features simple, nourishing recipes in her YouTube cooking channel.

A book by Simran Sethi called "Bread, Wine, Chocolate: The Slow Loss of the Foods We Love" documents the loss and looks for solutions.

Full moons can disturb your sleep, but it's the lunar cycle that's to blame, not the light.

Artichokes have so much more potential than you might suspect.

Grow your own healthy microgreen sprouts right in your windowsill with a jar and a handful of seeds.

MNN's lifestyle blogger ended her 20-year-old affair with coffee this year. Could you do the same?

Turns out the key to a clear complexion (for me) was diet.

Yoga teachers vary in style and substance. Here's how to find the right teacher for your level and personality, by answering questions about your best learning

On a journey to learn how to ski, keeping one mantra in mind helped this writer merge a beginner's mind with mastery.

The appeal of quiet, contemplative time lured her to yoga and ultimately transformed her life.

Modern exercise tends to put health before stealth, but both are necessary for anyone who wants to become a ninja.

Yoga made a difference in physical health, flexibility and even pain levels.

New scientific evidence backs up the benefits of mindfulness meditation.

An environmental group obtains emails that it says show "bias and complicity" in a government review of the proposed Keystone XL pipeline.

The Malawian inventor who built a windmill at the age of 14 stopped in last night for a visit with the Daily Show's Jon Stewart.

Two proposed energy projects (each with a $7 billion price tag) present two very different directions for America's future. Which would you choose?

The Elbphilharmonie features over 1 million computer-generated divots to shape sound within its main auditorium.

A stray cat helped Sarper Duman recover from depression, and now he helps other strays and plays piano for them.

Several organizations are trying to help those in need in Japan following the massive earthquake and tsunami. Here's how you can help.

Video: Images continue to appear showing the scale of the tsunami. ITN's Louisa James describes the rescue of one woman, plucked to safety as the water surged t

X- and Y-shaped ocean waves that are often seen at beaches may help explain why tsunamis can be so devastating, researchers say.

Some have compared the Typhoon Haiyan's devastation to the mayhem caused by the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami.

Some lumber is not eco-friendly; the trick is to find sustainable forests and other alternatives.

Scientists are searching for possible sources for life on Earth on the edge of our Solar System.

A Pluto-bound NASA probe has captured the best-ever images of the dwarf planet.

With NASA's New Horizons probe zeroing in on Pluto, due to pass it on July 14, attention of astronomers all over the world is focusing in on Pluto.

Keep Thanksgiving from turning into a battle zone with these tips to help your picky eaters enjoy their holiday meals.

Turkey gradually became the centerpiece of the holiday, alongside the additions of regional favorites, to create the modern feast we know today.

Get a jump on Thanksgiving prep with these pro tips and avoid holiday meltdowns.

We practice thankfulness on certain holidays, but why not all the time?

Here's a big hint: If you must do this, move away from the house.

There's more to winter gourds than butternut squash. Here are just a few winter squashes and gourds you might want to consider for your dinner table.

Get ahead of the holidays by making and freezing unbaked and baked pies, crusts and filling before the rush.

Scientists have uncovered the mystery of beak evolution.

Natural fluctuations alone do not explain warming in the upper layers of the planet's oceans, confirms a new computer modeling study.