But there are things you can do if you find a big 4K TV under the tree.

Almost 40 miles of coral reef and beach around Cancun and Puerto Morelos are now insured against storms.

Scientists scramble to understand the causes of colony collapse disorder.

Refuge protectors weigh in on the shutdown's impact.

Alaska professor discusses why the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge should not be opened for oil drilling.

Lisa Hendy is the first woman to become chief ranger at Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

Vitamin D is the only vitamin humans can acquire without food. Researchers are learning more about its vital benefits.

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Researchers use nanofibers to create lights that are more energy-efficient than the common incandescent light bulb, more eco-friendly than a CFL — and they gi

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

In Arkansas, attention to thousands of miles of unpaved roads has helped clean up streams, ease the threat to endangered species and benefited everyone.

Whether you filed your taxes early or are scrambling at the last minute, it's not a bad idea to start planning what to do with your tax refund.

You nominated your favorite green chefs, and here they are: Forty rising culinary stars, all working to make great sustenance more sustainable.

You nominated your favorite green chefs, and here they are: Forty rising culinary stars, all working to make great sustenance more sustainable.

You nominated your favorite green chefs, and here they are: Forty rising culinary stars, all working to make great sustenance more sustainable.

You nominated your favorite green chefs, and here they are: Forty rising culinary stars, all working to make great sustenance more sustainable.

The City of Brotherly Love hosts a restaurant week with a local twist and offers a free, downloadable cookbook, 'Center City Cooks,' which includes seasonal rec

The new show follows the personal and culinary journey of farm-to-fork Chef Vivian Howard, one ingredient at a time.

Could the power of tiny bubbles be used to boost the fuel-efficiency of cargo ships?

Apple is defending its decision to have its products removed from the EPEAT environmental standards certification program. Speaking to The Loop, Apple spokesper

Elon Musk wasn't the first with a futuristic idea. The transportation industry has seen a mixed bag of game-changing technologies and utter failures.

Elon Musk wasn't the first to come up with a visionary transportation scheme.

Environmental advocates worry that proposed titanium mining could permanently impact the Okefenokee Swamp.

Farmers are producing less cocoa than the world demands. That doesn’t mean we’re running out of chocolate.

Jackson will leave the agency early next year, she revealed in a statement Thursday, adding that 'the ship is sailing in the right direction.'

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.

Lisa Jackson will serve as the computing giant's VP for environmental initiatives.

In her first speech as EPA administrator, Gina McCarthy argues 'climate change isn't an environmental issue. It's a fundamental economic challenge.'

"American Wasteland" author Jonathan Bloom shares tips for the source reduction of food waste like shopping smarter and keeping foods visible.

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

Grad student Christopher Johnson hopes to save lives with a little help from some microscopic partners.

White-nose syndrome is obliterating American bats, but scientists may have found a ray of hope: bacteria that live on bat wings.

The mosquitoes that transmit Zika virus are wily, but if you understand their biology, it is possible to keep them in check.

A newly formed crater on Mars reveals the red planet's blue underbelly.

This one tip can save up to 20 percent of the energy your refrigerator uses.

The co-founder of Soshal Group says if we want to influence the future of ethical business, we have to talk about it differently.

For a generation, activists have built their protest movement on the scientific facts of climate change. But the facts of another kind of science — neuroscien

Environmental scientist Amy Luers warns that a cultural shift to our approach to emissions and climate mitigation requires a broad, long-term view. Tying the is

Cholesterol-lowing drugs called statins have been shown to increase the risk of diabetes in some people, but this potential harm is outweighed by the benefits o

Sweet and flavorful, Rooibos is a caffeine-free tea with lots of health benefits. Here are just a few according to recent studies.

Recent research finds that grapefruit juice stems weight loss by 18 percent in mice and may be as effective as diabetes drugs.

Turns out a Granny Smith apple a day may help you drop pounds as well as fight disease, according to research.

Facebook knows who your romantic partner is, even if you keep that information private, and can even predict if the relationship will last.

This gratitude project is simple, quick, creative and you probably have everything you need to participate in your pocket already.

Obama unveils "cash for caulkers," quake tilted Earth's axis, weed killer tied to sex changes, and more.

Hanan al-Hroub honored with $1 million prize for assisting children exposed to violence.

Officials anticipate raising big bucks from the sale of lovey-dovey padlocks removed from Paris' bridges.

Adding volunteer work or a spiritual journey to your travel calendar can improve your mental health and add meaning to your trip.

Video: Chuck Leavell, keyboardist for The Rolling Stones and the cofounder of MNN, takes a tour of the Okefenokee Wildlife Refuge.

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