gh EcoSense for Living: Weather stripping and light bulbs By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 24 Dec 2008 23:04:19 +0000 Clark Howard offers more money saving tips on weather stripping and light bulbs. Full Article Energy
gh Styrofoam-eating worms can fight plastic waste By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 01 Oct 2015 19:53:04 +0000 Mealworms are able to safely subsist on a diet of polystyrene, researchers have found. Full Article Recycling
gh Bonnaroo's food recovery program hits all the right notes By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 22 Sep 2016 21:46:24 +0000 Bonnaroo's food waste program gets food to those who need it most and composts the rest. Full Article Recycling
gh Sweden runs out of garbage, forced to import from neighbors By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 09 Dec 2016 18:21:12 +0000 Sweden, a recycling-happy land where 810,000 homes are heated by the incineration of waste, is facing a unique dilemma: It needs more fuel. Full Article Recycling
gh 4 ways to get in trouble through recycling By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 23 Jan 2017 12:52:58 +0000 Dumpster diving may seem like a victimless crime, but it can land you in real trouble. Full Article Recycling
gh Kenya enacts world's toughest plastic bag ban By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 30 Aug 2017 12:29:54 +0000 Manufacturing and distribution of plastic shopping bags come with steep fines and serious jail time in the East African nation. Full Article Recycling
gh People the world over prefer distractions over their own thoughts By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 08 Nov 2019 14:20:49 +0000 A new international study finds most people would rather be entertained by others. Full Article Research & Innovations
gh Ghostly remains of massive Roman shipwreck found in Mediterranean By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 19 Dec 2019 13:25:58 +0000 The wreck, dating back 2,000 years, is estimated to contain some 6,000 amphorae. Full Article Research & Innovations
gh Melting ice reveals lost Viking highway's secrets By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 16 Apr 2020 21:24:34 +0000 As Norway's Lendbreen ice patch melts, an ancient highway is revealed. Full Article Research & Innovations
gh If you want the health benefits of tomatoes, keep your meatballs away from the spaghetti By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 18 Sep 2019 19:38:49 +0000 A study finds that a tomato's cancer-fighting properties are reduced when consumed with iron-rich food. Full Article Healthy Eating
gh Blondes might actually be smarter than those with other hair colors By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 26 Mar 2016 22:52:05 +0000 A new study turns the tables on the old "dumb blonde" stereotype. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
gh Birds' beauty and resilience shine through in winning Audubon images By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 19 Jul 2019 18:28:08 +0000 The 2019 Audubon Photography Awards highlight striking images of birds and the places they live. Full Article Animals
gh White raven sightings keep Vancouver Island mystery alive By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 14 Aug 2019 19:46:37 +0000 White ravens are spotted occasionally on Vancouver Island, but they don't seem to stay for long. Full Article Animals
gh Crows are getting high cholesterol because they're eating fast food By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 26 Aug 2019 17:47:16 +0000 A new study from a team of ornithologists shows how urban living affects the health of American crows. Full Article Animals
gh White owls use moonlight to instill terror in their prey By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 04 Sep 2019 12:29:09 +0000 Research suggests white owls have a key psychological advantage when hunting by moonlight. Full Article Animals
gh Why do birds migrate at night? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 30 Sep 2019 12:28:24 +0000 When birds migrate at night, there are fewer predators but that doesn't mean it's safe. Full Article Animals
gh Firefighters save great horned owl from ashes of California wildfire By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 05 Nov 2019 16:18:32 +0000 A great horned owl is rescued from the ashes of the Maria Fire in California. Full Article Animals
gh Birds and bats have strange gut bacteria, and it might help them fly By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 08 Jan 2020 18:54:59 +0000 BIrds and bats don't seem to rely on their gut bacteria for the same things we do. Full Article Animals
gh CDC responds to Hugh Jackman's flu shot joke By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 18 Jan 2013 16:17:17 +0000 Actor's comments during the Golden Globes did not sit well with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
gh Rough flu season for chickens By www.businessnewsdaily.com Published On :: Mon, 21 Jan 2013 14:52:40 +0000 From January 1 to January 14, chicken noodle soup orders increased 35 percent over January 2012. Full Article Healthy Eating
gh Higher humidity lowers flu transmission By www.livescience.com Published On :: Thu, 28 Feb 2013 00:00:01 +0000 One reason flu transmission is thought to be lower during the summer months is because of the high humidity. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
gh 10 natural cough remedies By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 01 Nov 2018 19:33:59 +0000 Grandma's natural cough remedies were ahead of the science. Here's how to quell the cough with ingredients you have at home. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
gh 11 tips to help you make it through flu season By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 20 Sep 2019 18:05:47 +0000 From garlic to hand washing, here's what you need to do to stay healthy this year during cold and flu season. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
gh Rollin' Safari will make you roll with laughter By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 02 Jul 2016 18:07:00 +0000 This clip is part of an ongoing project to answer the question, 'What if animals were round?' Full Article Animals
gh Should residents of Hurricane Highway islands keep rebuilding? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 03 Jun 2009 17:46:38 +0000 Hurricanes keep coming through, destroying homes and beaches, yet tenacious residents keep on rebuilding. While this endless process of destruction and construc Full Article Climate & Weather
gh Make It Right makes it halfway By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 12 Mar 2012 13:00:09 +0000 As Make It Right passes the halfway mark with 76 affordable green homes built in New Orleans, the foundation throws a fundraising fête to help ensure that the Full Article Remodeling & Design
gh Brad Pitt, Ellen DeGeneres 'Make It Right' in New Orleans By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 12 Mar 2012 14:17:31 +0000 Actor and comedian co-host massive fundraiser to benefit the green rebuilding of New Orleans Lower 9th Ward. Full Article Arts & Culture
gh Nontoxic treated wood used in Make It Right homes starts to rot By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 04 Jan 2014 21:05:57 +0000 The treated lumber found in 30 of the New Orleans homes built by Brad Pitt's green rebuilding nonprofit, Make It Right, is prematurely decaying. Full Article Remodeling & Design
gh Take a walk through Atlanta's Doll's Head Trail By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 16 Oct 2019 17:37:10 +0000 Constitution Lakes Nature Preserve is home to a unique art walk dotted with visitor-made pieces constructed entirely from found objects. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
gh How moonlight affects animals and plants By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 16 Jul 2019 15:16:14 +0000 The light from the moon influences more than you might suspect, including animal behavior and farming. Full Article Space
gh Conservation International: Asking Businesses the Right Questions By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 02 Jun 2014 13:19:06 +0000 Have you secured the health of nature so we continue to have quality of life? Full Article Leaderboard
gh Environmental Defense Fund: Solving the Toughest Problems By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 02 Jun 2014 13:46:38 +0000 For 25 years, EDF has partnered with leading companies to prove that good environmental strategy is good business strategy. Full Article Leaderboard
gh When the neighbors are grizzlies, live WildSmart By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 16 Jan 2015 15:56:02 +0000 Program in Alberta helps humans peacefully coexist with often dangerous wildlife. Full Article Leaderboard
gh Could lights be the future of pesticides? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 13 Mar 2015 19:05:18 +0000 A U.S. company is developing a 'photonic fence' to fend off mosquitoes, part of a broader effort to control pests with lights instead of chemicals. Full Article Leaderboard
gh Shane Burcaw transcends hardship through humor (and he thinks you can do the same) By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 16 Nov 2015 17:32:10 +0000 Wheelchair-bound author Shane Burcaw started writing funny stories about living with a neuromuscular disease and inspired a movement. Full Article Leaderboard
gh Finding a purpose through unlikely heroes By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Apr 2016 14:46:12 +0000 After her sister’s death, Elizabeth Van Meter saw a haunting photo that changed her life. Now she’s helping others change theirs. Full Article Leaderboard
gh Transforming global health supply chains through data visibility By www.mckinsey.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 Health systems in emerging markets have not realized the benefits of data visibility to global health supply-chain operations. To do so, health-system leaders will need to take four critical actions. Full Article Public Sector Insights
gh Dwight Eisenhower: Lessons from the ‘balancer in chief’ By www.mckinsey.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 William I. Hitchcock, author of The Age of Eisenhower, explains how Dwight D. Eisenhower inspired his country and led Americans through times of uncertainty and radical change. Full Article Leadership
gh A mother-daughter conversation about the environment, MNN By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sun, 04 Jan 2009 23:01:02 +0000 Vanessa Vadim and her mother, Jane Fonda, talk about Vanessa's childhood in California and the people and experiences that sparked her passion for the environme Full Article Lifestyle
gh What's up with high power factor CFLs? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 20 Feb 2009 17:12:20 +0000 High power factor compact fluorescent light bulbs are a better choice than standard CFLs because they put less strain on the power grid. Full Article At Home
gh What's wrong with high fructose corn syrup? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 02 Mar 2009 15:18:06 +0000 What's wrong with high fructose corn syrup? How about obesity, mercury and environmental damage? Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
gh Plant bulbs at the right time for brilliant blooms in spring By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 22 Mar 2013 13:05:38 +0000 These guidelines will help you determine the best time to plant bulbs, for a colorful burst of blooms in the spring. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
gh How to watch the northern lights from the comfort of home By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 14 Feb 2020 20:06:57 +0000 Watch the northern lights from home, courtesy of explore.org through their live camera in Canada. Full Article Travel
gh Take a visual tour through England's Lake District National Park By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 29 Feb 2020 14:07:28 +0000 England's Lake District National Park, the U.K.'s most popular national park, offers unforgettable hikes and views. Full Article Travel
gh Why approaching comet ATLAS is so bright (and how you can see it) By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 23 Mar 2020 17:03:14 +0000 The celestial object C/2019 Y4 or ATLAS may be visible to the naked eye by May. It was only just discovered in 2019. Full Article Space
gh What to see in the night sky in April By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 30 Mar 2020 14:34:22 +0000 There's plenty to see in the April night sky, from approaching new Comet ATLAS to the Lyrid meteor shower. Full Article Space
gh What to see in the night sky in May By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 30 Apr 2020 15:31:58 +0000 From a pair of meteor showers to the Flower Moon, here's what to look for in the night sky in May. Full Article Space
gh Black holes power some of the brightest objects in the universe, so why is ours so calm? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 04 May 2020 20:37:30 +0000 Black holes generally power some of the brightest objects in the universe, so why is Sagittarius A* so calm? Full Article Space
gh When is store-bought better than homemade? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 18 Jan 2020 15:16:13 +0000 Making food from scratch is wonderful, but there are some snacks out there that should probably stay store-bought. Full Article Healthy Eating
gh Georgia preschool wins farm stand fight By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 18 Feb 2020 18:32:38 +0000 Leaders listen to rally cry to save kids' veggie stand in Clayton County. Full Article Healthy Eating