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Studies provide clues into colony collapse disorder and other bee deaths

Meanwhile, a new Bayer-funded study disputes that its pesticide is killing bees.




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Bee minus: Pesticides shrink baby bumblebees

Pyrethroid pesticides stunt the growth of bumblebees, a new study finds, resulting in smaller workers that may be less adept at foraging.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Young honeybees may be growing up too fast

A buzzworthy new discovery might help explain the alarming speed of colony collapse disorder.




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Bee crisis linked to virus spread by humans

A new study concludes humans have accidentally spread a virus and parasite that are obliterating bees.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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EU passes total ban on bee-harming pesticides

The European Union has banned bee-harming neonicotinoids. The policy is expected to come into full force by the end of 2018.




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Interior Department to allow bee-harming pesticides, GMO crops in some wildlife areas

Rescinding a 2014 ban, the planting of genetically-modified crops and the use of neonicotinoid pesticides are allowed in U.S. national wildlife refuges again.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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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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Desert beetle bumps inspire new water-collecting material

A carnivorous plant, desert beetle and cactus are behind a revolutionary new material that can collect water out of thin air.



  • Research & Innovations

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Hops: Not just for beer anymore

Pickled hops are showing up in brewery restaurants alongside of the brews.




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Has Nigeria's first astronaut been stranded in orbit on a secret space station since 1989?

This fraudster has an overactive imagination.




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37 million bees dead in Canada

Another tragedy highlights the need to protect these precious insects.




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5 ways to help our disappearing bees

Colony collapse disorder is claiming many of North America and Europe's bees. But there are simple things you can do to help keep them buzzing.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Giant 'coconut rhino beetle' invades Hawaii

The beetle has already wreaked havoc around the Pacific, and recent sightings in Hawaii could spell trouble for its iconic palm trees.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Massive Martian hole suggests something (someone, maybe?) has been digging around

NASA has just released an image of a unique hole on the surface of Mars.




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Interview with the 'Fabulous Beekman Boys,' winners of 'The Amazing Race'

Goat farmers 'The Fabulous Beekman Boys' take million dollar prize on 'The Amazing Race' after a rocky season.



  • Arts & Culture

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Ashanti: 'I've always been big on recycling'

Plus: The daughter of the late wildlife expert Steve Irwin stars in Hallmark movie.



  • Arts & Culture

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New film sees a world without bees

Markus Imhoof investigates the crisis in his dramatic documentary. A Q&A with the director of 'More Than Honey.'




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Burgeoning bee buffers feed hungry honeybees

Honey bees between pollination gigs still need to eat. Efforts are underway to keep them from starving when they’re off the clock.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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First-ever insect vaccine could help save bees

Developed at the University of Helsinki, PrimeBEE allows immunological signals to be passed from a queen bee to her offspring.




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China's 57-story prefab tower should have been taller

Sky City was supposed to be 220 stories and this building was supposed to be 97 stories; but there's more to building than just technical innovation.



  • Research & Innovations

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UCLA students design backyard abode for birds (and bees, bats and people, too)

Despite its petite size, Bi(h)OME carves out ample room for urban wildlife.



  • Remodeling & Design

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How this bug photographer is changing the future for bees

Conservationist Clay Bolt is using his images to influence laws and protect species.




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From Beekman 1802, a Lump of Kohl for your holiday stocking

For my final last minute-ish holiday stocking stuffer pick, a bamboo charcoal- and goat milk-based skincare bar from the Fabulous Beekman Boys.




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All our gains in energy efficiency have been wiped out by increases in house size

There are a number of reasons our houses are getting bigger, and it's a real problem.




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Americans are curbing their love affair with beef

Americans are curbing their love affair with beef and the result is a 10 percent reduction in food-related emissions.




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Students create robot that can throw a Frisbee

Nationwide competition encourages kids to put their robot-building skills to the test.



  • Research & Innovations

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The biggest water hogs in Beverly Hills have been outed

Say it ain't so, Amy Poehler.




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Morgan Freeman turns ranch into a sanctuary for bees

Actor doesn't even wear a veil to protect himself because, clearly, all living things love Morgan Freeman.



  • Arts & Culture

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Beech trees are taking over some U.S. forests

Climate change is enabling a beech boom, according to a 30-year study, and that may spell ecological trouble.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Why 'lazy' lawn mowers are heroes for bees

Mowing a lawn every two weeks instead of weekly can boost the abundance of bees, according to a new study.




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Scientists rediscover the world's largest bee

Dubbed the 'flying bulldog,' this extremely rare bee has been lost to science since 1981.




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We can now speak the universal language of honey bees

Virginia Tech researchers have deciphered and codified the honey bee language with remarkable precision.




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Why do bees have pockets?

Bees often flit around with yellow saddlebags, called pollen baskets, hanging from their hind legs.




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Woman treated for having 4 bees living inside her eye

The bees were staying alive by drinking the woman's tears.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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Why this hive of honeybees is doing 'the wave'

Hives of honeybees do 'the wave' by shaking their booties. The wave pattern, called "shimmering,", requires impressive coordination.




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Why do bumblebees have stripes?

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




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How Dutch bus stops are helping bees

Bus stops in the Dutch city of Utrecht now have gardens specifically to help the bee population.




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5 things to know and love about dung beetles

We can learn a lot from dung beetles, including how to be better citizens of the planet.




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Why does beef from a local farm cost so much more than what's in the grocery store?

While Morieka Johnson usually loves a good bargain, she knows that when it comes to local, sustainably raised beef, you get what you pay for.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Hops for Pops: Green beer gifting

Father's Day gifts. This Father's Day give him the gift of organic or locally brewed beer.




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Cooking with beer for a Father's Day meal

Use beer to steam mussels and other ideas to try when you're making a meal for dad.




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Father’s Day beer: Victory’s Swing Session Saison

This light, spicy, beer is perfect for saying “Cheers” to dad on Father’s Day and enjoying throughout the whole summer.




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Honeybees sweetened life for Stone Age humans

Honeybees Sweetened Life for Stone Age Humans



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Does beeswax-coated food storage really work?

Those food storage beeswax cloths and bags you've been noticing? They work.




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A second, smaller moon has been hanging around our planet for years

Astronomers have found a mini-moon called 2020 CD3 in Earth's orbit, but it won't be around for very much longer.




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Bee Saving Paper gives bees an energy boost

Bee Saving Paper is like an energy drink for these oh-so-important pollinators.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Wild bees are recycling plastic, study finds

Several bee species have begun using manmade plastic waste to build their nests, according to several studies.




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Darwin may have been wrong about the origin of life on Earth

New research suggests life on Earth sprang from geothermal vents in the deep ocean.



  • Research & Innovations

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Who says jerky has to be beef?

Dried beef jerky is a staple at most grocery stores and gas stations, but more sustainable options for vegans and vegetarians are on the rise.




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How to clean your house after it's been invaded by cold or flu

If a virus or cold and flu just went through your house, you'll want to read these tips for cleaning every room in your home the all-natural way.