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13 natural ways to deal with spiders

Spiders are great for pest control, except when they overtake your home. Here are some nontoxic solutions for dealing with them at your house.




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How to repel gnats naturally

You don't need pesticides to get rid of these annoying insects.



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How to get rid of houseflies naturally

Try these simple tips and bid goodbye to houseflies, those uninvited pests buzzing around your home.




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Is spider venom the ultimate natural pesticide?

Michigan-based startup Vestaron harnesses Australian spider venom to safely control unwanted agricultural pests without harming bees.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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A dandelion's natural cycle causes chaos and confusion on the internet

A lot of people thought white and yellow dandelions were different plants.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Obstinate attitudes prevail in California's most water-guzzling ZIP codes

In exclusive and exceptionally irrigated Rancho Santa Fe, residents now face water rationing.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Beer maker donates big bucks to water-saving toilet brick startup

Shock Top saves cheeky/ingenious conservation startup Drop-A-Brick from sinking.



  • Sustainable Business Practices

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Beavers: 8 things to know about nature's most impressive landscape engineers

From their vanilla-scented secretions to their amazing ability to alter an ecosystem, here's what you need to know about beavers.




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Sun-powered desalination device transforms seawater into clean drinking water

Santa Monica's iconic amusement pier is the site of this year's Land Art Generator Initiative. The Pipe is an offshore desalination concept that's making waves.



  • Research & Innovations

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10 naturally pink lakes

Pink lakes are often salty and always cool, and they can be found in many spots around the world.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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National Chocolate Cake Day

In honor of this delicious holiday, we’ve got recipes for organic and vegan chocolate cakes to satisfy everyone’s cravings.




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Natural and organic chocolate Halloween candy

One of our food blogger's choices for responsibly made treats for your trick-or-treaters this Halloween that won’t break your budget.




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On International Women's Day, a big cheer for a young woman

For International Women's Day, check out 10-year-old blogger Hannah who writes about the environment and social issues.




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For these bears in the Ukraine, it's too warm to hibernate

Warming temperatures have had an impact on brown bear hibernation in Ukraine.




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Turf wars: Natural grass is greener than synthetic turf

As clicheé as it sounds, the grass isn't always greener on the other side when you're debating between grass and artificial turf on playing fields.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Solar Impulse to make stop in Cincinnati

The innovative plane continues its journey across the United States using only the sun for fuel.




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Kill mildew naturally

Rid your home of mild and mildew using non-toxic and affordable ingredients that eliminate any need for a scrub brush.




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How to naturally humidify your home

To moisten the air in your abode, grab some plants, put out some dishes of water, and get cooking. Here are some alternatives to an electric humidifier.




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Americans push back on proposed fee increases at national parks

The U.S. Interior Department is reportedly backing away from the plan after receiving a flood of disapproving public comments.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Third-grader born with no hands wins national handwriting contest again

9-year-old Anaya Ellick is the proud recent winner of the Nicholas Maxim national handwriting contest. A remarkable feat, given that she doesn't have hands.




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Free admission to national parks this Saturday

Celebrate National Public Lands Day with a free visit to one of your favorite national parks or forests.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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9 fascinating facts about the founder of Mother's Day

Anna Jarvis created Mother's Day, then was dismayed how quickly the holiday became commercialized.




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Paul Allen donates $300 million for brain research

Microsoft co-founder's donation will fund research into Alzheimer's and other conditions.



  • Research & Innovations

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Senators introduce bipartisan bill to reform chemical safety laws

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.



  • Protection & Safety

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The amazing, naturalistic art of Leslie Fry

The imagery and placement of Leslie Fry's sculptures aim to increase awareness about the effects of human impact on the natural environment.



  • Arts & Culture

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Cheap and natural cleaning alternatives

Nobody likes bathroom clean-up, especially with harsh chemical products. Here are some cheap and natural cleaning alternatives.




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The Lily Impeller: Nature-based design inspires game-changing efficiencies

Jay Harman developed technologies from the Lily Impeller that he says may fundamentally change how humans do almost everything.




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The nature museum that Sandra Martin built

Begun in her bedroom when she was 13, this dedicated woman’s Little Nature Museum has never stopped growing and inspiring visitors.




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Luke Perry donates; Ricky Schroder conserves

Luke Perry and Ricky Shroder star in Hallmark's 'Goodnight For Justice: Queen of Hearts.'



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Documentary about 'canning' nominated for Academy Award

Eco at the Oscars, TV dogs, elephants and 'Sharks'.



  • Arts & Culture

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Top dogs on Turkey Day: Don't forget to watch the National Dog Show on Thanksgiving

We chat with co-hosts David Frei and John O'Hurley to get a behind-the-scenes look at this year's event.




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Super Bowl alternatives include Fish Bowl

TV networks hope animal-centric programming can lure viewers who care more about pets than the big game.




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'Going Wild': Couch potato, troubled couple get a wakeup call in new Nat Geo show

Former Hell's Angel Tim Medvetz plays the role of motivational 'bus driver' to a group of unlikely adventurers.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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The environmental groups that dominate Facebook

Meet the environmental organizations wielding the power of Facebook to inspire, educate and advocate for the planet.



  • Climate & Weather

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Leonardo DiCaprio to donate 'Solar Reserve' art installation

Large-scale installation, by artist John Gerrard, simulates the sun and night sky above a solar thermal plant in Nevada.



  • Arts & Culture

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'A Force For Nature': A Green history lesson

NRDC founder John H. Adams details the history of the environmental nonprofit -- and the modern environmental movement.



  • Arts & Culture

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Why Weiner's resignation is bad for the environment

The now former congressman leaves behind a lengthy pro-environment record.




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Do you 'like' nonprofits? Now you can donate right through Facebook

World Wildlife Fund, the Red Cross and UNICEF are among the first users of the new "Donate Now" button.



  • Sustainable Business Practices

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Help N. Korean citizens by donating flash drives

Flash Drives for Freedom aims to take old USB sticks and smuggle them into North Korea loaded with Western media.



  • Gadgets & Electronics

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L.A. officials impound tiny houses donated to the homeless

As homelessness woes mount in the city, one big-hearted solution is squashed.




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Let nutrition drive your food donations

SuperFood Drive is working to turn food pantries into nutrition pantries.




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How to donate money during international emergencies so it really helps

When disasters strike, we want to help the victims, even from thousands of miles away. Consider these giving strategies to make sure your donation counts.




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Rick Steves donates transitional housing complex to YWCA

Mild-mannered European travel guru Rick Steves never fails to surprise.




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When it comes to donations, hope matters

Gut-wrenching appeals can mean fewer donations, say two British researchers who looked into marketing approaches.




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How to donate after a disaster and avoid scams

You want to donate after a disaster, but give wisely so your funds get to the people who need it most.




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Billionaire steps up for national parks, offering employment opportunities, army of volunteers

Philanthropist Marcus Lemonis is offering work at his Camping World stories and access to an army of volunteers to national parks in need.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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In the Green Room: Indigo Girls help Native Americans

Video: Chuck interviews the Indigo Girls about their nonprofit, Honor the Earth.



  • Arts & Culture

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In the Green Room: The national wildlife refuge system

Video: Chuck Leavell, keyboardist for The Rolling Stones and the cofounder of MNN, explores the national wildlife refuge system.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Natural ways to lower blood pressure

High blood pressure is known as the silent killer — many people don't realize they have it until it’s too late.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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5 natural hangover remedies

All that eggnog (or Champagne, or hot toddies) sounded good at the time, but now you're paying the price. We've got you covered.



  • Fitness & Well-Being