Early this year, Vladimir Putin had big plans for an excellent spring: first, constitutional amendments approved by the legislative branch and public allowing him the opportunity to remain in power until 2036, followed by a huge patriotic celebration of the 75th anniversary of the defeat of Nazi Germany. Well, stuff happens—specifically, COVID-19. Putin’s spring has…

News reports that “more likely than not” a bomb brought down the Russian plane over Egypt’s Sinai, together with the claim by a Daesh  (the Arabic acronym for ISIS) affiliate that it was behind that attack, is yet another reminder of the dangers of violent extremism. People of many different nationalities have been victims of…

The year 2016 saw a spate of global terrorist attacks in United States, Ivory Coast, Belgium, France, Pakistan, Turkey and Nigeria, which has led to an increased focus on ways to combat terrorism and specifically, the threat of Daesh (Arabic acronym for ISIS, Islamic State of Iraq and Syria). Figures from Institute for Economics and…

Rachel Carson's book that many say launched the environmental movement was released on this day.

From child labor to blood diamonds, showing your love can have some seriously unexpected pitfalls.

Where we recycle and repurpose the best of our Valentine's Day posts from the past.

They are all over the internet today; here are some that relate to buildings we have shown on TreeHugger

A list of ways to share the love with everyone you adore without hating on the environment.

The holiday once marked by amorous missives and hand-plucked posies has evolved into a day of staggering statistics.

From carnivorous plants to occult-inspired tokens of affection, these are not your grandmother's Valentine's gifts.

In this installment of Town and Country, we talk about skipping consumerism on Valentine’s Day.

Get in the Valentine’s Day mood with these fun DIY beauty recipes for masks, moisturizers, and scrubs – all of which are suitably pink or red for the occasion!

The size of one's carbon footprint is not usually a major concern on this romantic holiday, but it can be mitigated with advance planning.

It's important to remember that every physical gift comes at a cost that's both financial and environmental.

Is Cupid's appeal fading as millennials find the holiday has become too commercialized?

Using a series of overlapping mezzanines and spaces, this accessible, urban housing prototype explores the possibilities of living small but comfortably in the city.

Beans and lentils are one of the most important things you can include in your diet. Here are great ideas, from filling breakfasts to sweet and inspired desserts.

This delicious dish embodies everything comforting about home cooking. Easy, filling, and something everyone at the table will enjoy, whether vegetarian or not.

In this tog-eat-tog world, the future of fashion—let alone that of green fashion—lies entirely in the industry's chameleon-like ability to reinvent itself. Take Italian outerwear company Allegri, for example. Although better known

At less than $50, this little dual USB port solar device is an affordable option for a clean, efficient portable charging solution.

Recycled fabric, down insulation, and fair-trade sewing make this a top pick if you're in the market for a new coat.

Frugality blogger Elizabeth Willard Thames has outfitted her house and family with thrifted finds. This is her advice.

Consider these blushing beauties a love letter from Mother Nature.

This loft-less tiny home makes quite a statement, both inside and out.

It always amazes, how much work people do for this.

Those struck by Cupid's arrow are expected to spend $27.4 billion this year, up 32 percent from last year’s record $20.7 billion.

Take your creamy vegetable soups from dull to delectable with these tips.

Evidently natural gas has a clean image that is being threatened by reality.

Climate Caretakers offers a 7-week guide to reducing your carbon footprint.

One-third of emissions reductions needed for 2 degree target could be achieved with better land management.

KieranTimberlake and Lake|Flato team up with Bensonwood to offer OpenHomes

Learn about the advantages of indoor succulents, plus everything you need to know about their light and watering needs.

From love potion plants and heart-shaped leaves to love goddess blooms, these plants are like a valentine from Mother Nature.

The Nautilus shell-shaped turbines could fit on rooftops of houses or buildings in urban environments.

Spread the love with flower seed bombs, Mexican dark chocolate fondue, reclaimed housewares, organic textiles, and more.

73% of chocolate comes from Africa, and much of it is worked by children, virtually in a state of slavery

You don't want to ruin the romance with a gift contaminated by child labour and slavery.

Introducing CEB’s Global Talent Monitor

Robert Kuske, MD

The "Futures Now" team, Scott Nations and Jim Iuorio, discuss the wild day for crude oil after Trump denied Iran's claim U.S. offered to remove sanctions with CNBC"s Rahel Solomon.

As 40% of advisors plan to retire within the next 10 years, young financial advisors can help fill the gap. Here's how established advisory practices are integrating younger generations into their teams.

The Guardian selects the best young players at each club born between 1 September 2002 and 31 August 2003, an age band known as first-year scholars. Check the progress of class of 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | 2014

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Eidur Gudjohnsen’s son, the new Paul Pogba and Barça’s Ansu Fati are among our 60 most talented players in the world born in 2002. Check the progress of our 2018 picks | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | 2014

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The singer whose personal life has become a public spectacle drowns out the noise with these bold yet subtle R&B tracks

By anyone’s standards, Kehlani Parrish has experienced a pretty tumultuous rise to fame. She pulled off the not-inconsiderable feat of emerging from a TV talent show with her musical credibility intact. While still a teenager, her cover band PopLyfe reached the final of America’s Got Talent – on YouTube you can still see her belting out We Will Rock You for the edification of Piers Morgan – but when they failed to win, she quit the band, declined an offer from the show’s host Nick Cannon to join a rap group he was assembling and rescued herself from a life of penury by releasing her own mixtape.

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