Dog trainer Anna Jane Grossman provides private iPad lessons to dogs, where she teaches them to nose the screen to activate apps.

Psychologists are noticing withdrawals and cravings in people who use devices ranging from smartphones to tablets.

The store is offering a valuable way to get rid of your old — but fully functional and scratch-free, of course — iPad models in exchange for store credit.

There's no such thing as too much education, right? What if there's not enough education?

Filmmaker Josh Seftel bought his mother an iPad last year and turned her into a YouTube sensation. In the process, he the two developed an even closer bond.

To celebrate the 30th birthday of Macintosh, Apple filmed an ad entirely on an iPhone and aired it during the Super Bowl.

In addition to its ease of breaking, the iPad Mini is also the most difficult gadget to repair according to a new study.

Microsoft is expected to unveil its flagship software suite for its competitor's tablet at the end of the month.

Swipe right if you like what you see. Swipe left if there's no way you'd cook that.

Massachusetts-based dirty coal company LoraxAg reached deep into the well of greenwash when they picked their name. Too bad it'll probably get them sued.

How can I make my 50-mile daily commute more eco-friendly? Use the cruise control, properly inflate your tires and don't use your air-conditioning.

Here's a status report on the nation's commuters.

John Addison says finding your inner calm will get you more than halfway there. His new book shows you how.

Miso Robotic's Flippy supposedly frees up fast food workers from 'high pain points' on the job. Could it free them of the job entirely, though?

MNN's family blogger chats with Philippe Cousteau about science, exploration, adventure and the eco-savvy kids who are changing the world.

Millennials have grown up with gadgets, yet they are more likely than older adults to say that a lot of important info is not available on the Internet.

Her application inspires Paris Summer Innovation Fellowship selection officials to look beyond age and take a chance on a kid with passion.

A lot has changed in American politics in the last year, and a lot has stayed the same.

Flip-flops are summer's shoe; here's how to wear them best.

Blue Apron is a unique ingredient delivery service for people who want to cook delicious, healthy meals at home but lack the time to shop and plan.

The troubled life of Nate the terrier gets a Hollywood ending thanks to George and Amal Clooney.

Virgin Spaceship Unity, set to begin test flights next month, includes a very special nod to the theoretical physicist.

More than 100 plant species are capable of going dormant to avoid danger, according to a new study.

Hot springs are generally considered to be destinations of rest and relaxation, but that's not always the case!

A cat's attraction to catnip has to do with a natural chemical compound in the plant called nepatalactone that also may help advance cancer research.

The bizarre, unexplained sounds that harmed American diplomats working in Cuba may have come from the Indies short-tailed cricket.

Scientists find the gene that gives bumblebees their unique patterns — and the rest of us fair warning.

The more we hooked we get on gadgets, the more often obsolete technology ends up in landfills.

Thought-provoking documentary weaves together stunning imagery with enlightening interviews to show how connected we are to our planet.

How to get ready for a great season of watching our feathered friends!

Millipedes are poison-filled arthropods that are surprisingly essential to the health of conifer forests in the Northwest.

The last bulwark to fall in Greenland's battle against rising temperatures is the northeast corner of the Greenland Ice Sheet.

More ships are navigating the perilous, frigid Northwest Passage through the Arctic Ocean, with large passenger vessels soon to join them.

Celebrate Father's Day by making sure your favorite dad's health is in tip-top shape.

Kids will love to help make these five recipes that veer away from traditional pancakes or fried eggs. Dads will love them because their kids made them.

At 3 percent of the US market & growing, have hybrid cars reached a tipping point?

Anyone can create beautiful patterns on Easter eggs with these simple tricks.

Leave the premixed red stuff at the store. Here's a homemade nectar recipe that will keep the hummingbirds in your yard well-fed and happy.

Mike Wendland shares a website's tips for extreme jack-o-lantern carving.

Chris Grady's Lunarbaboon comics show off the sweet and sour sides of parenting and life.

The Voynich Manuscript, an illustrated codex from Medieval times, has been baffling humans since 1912. Here's what we know about it.

Taipei is the economic and cultural heart of Taiwan. Like other major metropolises in the Asia-Pacific region, it is a bustling place with decidedly urban lands

Sitting in the Caribbean, only 56 miles from the coast of Florida, Grand Bahama is one of the closest major islands to the United States. Easy access from the N

Scientists from the Scripps Institution of Oceanography traveled out to a spot of sea 1,000 miles from shore and were sad to find plastic everywhere.

Even if you don't live near the sea, there's plenty you can do to help the cause.

Want the pitter patter of more paws in your home? Here's how to tell if bringing home a second dog is a good idea and how to do it so everyone gets along.

If you’re thinking about getting some ink, consider these potential health risks before you commit.

No matter what, if you're going to buy, buy smarter — and that means buying more sustainable items.

This handy guide helps you figure out how to handle certain fruits and vegetables.

Don't throw away those stubborn green bananas, they may be healthier for you. Here are four things to do with bananas that just won't turn.