amp 'Hobbit' films get release dates, titles By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 31 May 2011 18:44:03 +0000 Plus: Video hoax targets Alberta's tar sands as the filming location for the wastelands of Mordor. Full Article Arts & Culture
amp Is oil from Alberta really climate's linchpin? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 18 Aug 2011 17:59:27 +0000 Some of the world's most prominent climate activists are headed to D.C. to protest against a proposed pipeline that would bring Alberta's unconventional oil to Full Article Energy
amp Senators take note... 500,000 petitions in 8 hours means you're being watched By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 14 Feb 2012 02:48:18 +0000 Senators tried (again) to sneak a last-minute approval for the controversial Keystone XL pipeline into a new transportation bill. But a record-setting 500,000 s Full Article Politics
amp A child sees through the emperor's new pipeline By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 15 Feb 2013 17:58:47 +0000 David Lillard writes about how his son's questions about the Keystone XL Pipeline led him to learn something new. Full Article Guest Columnist
amp Protestors dislike Mark Zuckerberg's support of Keystone XL pipeline By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 02 May 2013 14:13:33 +0000 Ads supporting the pipeline are the work of 2 political offshoots of Zuckerberg's social welfare organization. Full Article Energy
amp Why we shouldn't shrug off the latest pipeline spill(s) By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 26 Jan 2015 15:30:42 +0000 U.S. pipelines have already sprung two major leaks in 2015, including the Yellowstone River's second oil spill in four years. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
amp Why we must protect the ocean's 'twilight zone' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 03 Sep 2019 12:35:10 +0000 Deep in the ocean is a 'twilight zone' teeming with 1 million undiscovered species, yet fishing there isn't regulated. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
amp Power from New York City's East River? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 04 Oct 2010 19:25:51 +0000 Dean Corren's vision of a greener world includes using New York City's East River to produce electricity. As technology director at Verdant Power, he's trying t Full Article Energy
amp It looks like we're going to need a bigger cart: Wind turbines come to Home Depot By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Jul 2011 20:00:53 +0000 Select Home Depot stores across 6 states are now selling the Skystream 3.7, a personal wind turbine that's quiet, compact and capable of producing up to 400 kWh Full Article At Home
amp Will Alec Baldwin's own NIMBY-ism thwart his wind turbine plans? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 18 Jul 2012 15:40:43 +0000 Alec Baldwin champions both renewable energy and the preservation of East Hampton, N.Y., with equal passion. So how will things play out now that the actor has Full Article At Home
amp Colbert discusses 'Wind Turbine Syndrome' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 09 Nov 2012 16:49:03 +0000 Comedian describes the litany of health issues claimed by people living near wind turbines - which includes, of all things, herpes. Full Article Arts & Culture
amp The bird songs behind 'The 12 Days of Christmas' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 22 Dec 2015 15:45:57 +0000 The various feathered gifts from the popular Christmas song deserve a closer look (and listen). Full Article Animals
amp Drone swarm dances to Beethoven's 5th By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Jan 2016 16:24:31 +0000 The record-breaking synchronized dance of 100 drones is unlike anything you've ever seen. Full Article Arts & Culture
amp Unexplained 'space music' heard by astronauts on far side of the moon By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 22 Feb 2016 10:37:35 +0000 Newly unclassified recordings reveal eerie radio sounds heard during an Apollo mission that weren't coming from Earth. Full Article Space
amp Prince's Paisley Park could be converted into a museum By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 27 Apr 2016 20:54:30 +0000 Will Minnesota's most mystique-filled home go the way of Graceland? Full Article Arts & Culture
amp 'A Star-Spangled Story' about a flag, a song and a war By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 14 Jun 2016 17:14:30 +0000 Smithsonian Channel special celebrates the surprising history behind the flag that inspired our national anthem more than 200 years ago. Full Article Arts & Culture
amp Turn up the music to amp up your workday By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 26 Sep 2016 09:09:15 +0000 Music can increase your productivity at the office, especially if you tune into certain frequencies. Full Article Green Workplace
amp This scientist says Queen's 'Don't Stop Me Now' is the happiest song ever By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 20 Oct 2016 19:57:42 +0000 Can something as subjective as happiness be measured by a formula? Full Article Arts & Culture
amp Don't like music? Might be a blood flow problem By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 10 Nov 2016 23:03:33 +0000 New research finds that people who don't like music might have lower blood flow in certain parts of their brains. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
amp In Denmark's Park of Music, the trees sing By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 05 Jan 2017 21:27:02 +0000 This public art project in Aalborg is a lesson on creative use of public space. Full Article Arts & Culture
amp How a computer algorithm gave Hamburg's new concert hall its incredible sound By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 16 Jan 2017 20:36:33 +0000 The Elbphilharmonie features over 1 million computer-generated divots to shape sound within its main auditorium. Full Article Arts & Culture
amp Exhibit tracks Europe's ancient music journey By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 12 Apr 2017 20:45:09 +0000 The European Music Archaeology Project's 'Archaeomusica: The Sounds and Music of Ancient Europe' givers visitors an idea of Europe's old sounds. Full Article Arts & Culture
amp McDonald's serves Mozart to customers looking for a side of mayhem By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 07 Jul 2017 20:31:53 +0000 Faced with restaurant-clearing brawls, McDonalds is testing classical music on late-night patrons. Full Article Healthy Spaces
amp This lonely dog 'plays' the blues when its humans leave By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 16 Aug 2017 17:00:01 +0000 Left all alone, this dog 'plays' the piano and 'sings' the blues. Full Article Pets
amp Here's your new favorite Christmas song, according to science By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 06 Dec 2017 18:15:23 +0000 'Love's Not Just For Christmas' has all the elements of a great holiday tune — except for Michael Bublé. Full Article Family Activities
amp Christmas comes early with this a cappella version of 'Little Drummer Boy' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 20 Nov 2018 21:59:39 +0000 You're not officially supposed to listen to Christmas music until after Thanksgiving, but Pentatonix's a cappella cover is worth breaking the rules for. Full Article Arts & Culture
amp How a stray cat and music changed this man's outlook on life By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 22 Nov 2018 13:20:12 +0000 A stray cat helped Sarper Duman recover from depression, and now he helps other strays and plays piano for them. Full Article Pets
amp Watch 28 trombones gracefully cover Queen's 'Bohemian Rhapsody' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 04 Dec 2018 14:46:00 +0000 You haven't heard 'Bohemian Rhapsody' until you've heard it performed by beautiful trombones. Full Article Arts & Culture
amp Boy's awesome reaction to live orchestra sparks a search for his identity By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 13 May 2019 20:20:01 +0000 A young boy said 'Wow!' after hearing Mozart at Boston Symphony Hall, and it sparked a viral push to find out who had produced this adorable reaction. Full Article Arts & Culture
amp Libya's turmoil brings big questions for American oil prices By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 23 Feb 2011 17:27:39 +0000 New problem in the Middle East is likely to raise old political arguments in Washington. Full Article Energy
amp Oscar-nominated 'Gasland' director wants to debate T. Boone Pickens By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Feb 2011 16:05:56 +0000 He may not have won an Oscar, but the director of "Gasland" isn’t backing off the natural gas industry. Full Article Energy
amp 'Gasland' sequel coming to HBO By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 21 Mar 2011 19:56:47 +0000 Director Josh Fox lands deal with network to premiere next film in what could become a trilogy of docs on the natural gas industry. Full Article Arts & Culture
amp 4 things I learned at this week's fracking hearings By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 22:17:09 +0000 A congressional hearing on the safety of hyrdo-fracking revealed a few rifts on Capitol HIll. Full Article Politics
amp Public water plants can't be used for fracking wastewater By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 20 Apr 2011 21:30:46 +0000 Gov. Tom Corbett takes swift action after TV investigation shows increased levels of bromide in Pennsylvania drinking water. Full Article Energy
amp Celebs say 'don't frack with NYC water' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 09 Jun 2011 20:23:42 +0000 In a new video, celebrities team up to raise awareness about why we should be concerned about natural gas extraction in the Northeast. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
amp Ron Paul's environmental record By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 14 Jul 2011 18:10:18 +0000 Ron Paul has been a vocal figure in American politics since 1977, and he has developed a lengthy record on energy and environmental policy. Full Article Politics
amp Honda's got the only CNG vehicle in America By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 29 Jul 2011 18:44:56 +0000 Honda revamped the ultra-clean natural gas Civic for 2012, but it has an uphill battle getting widespread acceptance in the U.S., where there are still few CNG Full Article Transportation
amp Congratulations to Josh Fox for winning an Emmy for 'Gasland'! By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 16 Sep 2011 04:43:00 +0000 Documentary filmmaker Josh Fox just won an Emmy for his film "Gasland" which exposes fracking for the dangerous boondoggle that it is. Full Article Energy
amp It's a gas: Propane car sets speed records By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 17 Apr 2012 16:21:16 +0000 The Maxximus LNG 2000 can do zero to 60 in less than 2 seconds, and can run on propane, CNG, LNG or even gasoline. It's a showcase for the vast potential of nat Full Article Transportation
amp Trailer: Matt Damon's fracking film 'Promised Land' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 26 Sep 2012 17:54:12 +0000 Film tells the fictional story of one small town's dealings with the natural gas industry — and the environmentalist out to stop it all from happening. Full Article Arts & Culture
amp Lady Gaga backs Yoko Ono's anti-fracking coalition By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 09 Oct 2012 15:20:46 +0000 Pop star and social media powerhouse Lady Gaga encourages her millions of fans to support Yoko Ono's Artists Against Fracking campaign in New York. Full Article Arts & Culture
amp Warren Buffett's BNSF to test natural gas-powered trains By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Mar 2013 15:52:46 +0000 Meanwhile, increasing domestic oil production (and shipping it by rail) is expected to spur the billionaire's profits. Full Article Transportation
amp 'Gasland' sequel premiere sparks protests, outrage By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 24 Apr 2013 13:34:09 +0000 Director Josh Fox's follow-up to his 2010 documentary on the natural gas industry sparks drama at the Tribeca Film Festival. Full Article Arts & Culture
amp 'Gasland II' sequel tells fracking's next chapter By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 08 Jul 2013 18:34:14 +0000 Director Josh Fox accuses the energy industry and politicians of failing the American people. Full Article Arts & Culture
amp Charlie Sheen's 'Torpedo of Truth' to benefit Red Cross By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 14 Mar 2011 18:06:00 +0000 Actor says $1 from every ticket sold will go towards relief efforts in devastated Japan. Full Article Arts & Culture
amp 'Hereafter' tsunami scene prompts recall from Japan By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 14 Mar 2011 21:08:29 +0000 Warner Bros. decides to pull film from theaters after deadly earthquake and tsunami that struck the country last week. Full Article Arts & Culture
amp Was Discovery 'too soon' on disaster special promo? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 15 Mar 2011 15:13:37 +0000 'Anatomy of a Disaster' announced only hours after disaster hits Japan. Full Article Arts & Culture
amp Dramatic video shows tsunami survivor's rescue By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 17 Mar 2011 16:35:15 +0000 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 Full Article Climate & Weather
amp Rare 'merging tsunami' contributed to Japan destruction By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 05 Dec 2011 23:07:22 +0000 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 Full Article Wilderness & Resources
amp What we learned from Japan's deadly earthquake: One year later By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 21 Feb 2012 20:01:00 +0000 In 2011, Japan was one of the most prepared countries in the world for a massive earthquake. Yet when a mega-quake hit Japan last March, sparking a huge tsunami Full Article Wilderness & Resources