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Boat made from plastic bottles sets sail

Video: Adventurer and conservationist David de Rothschild sets sail on Plastiki, a boat made out of 12,000 plastic bottles to help raise awareness about the Gre



  • Sustainable Business Practices

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America's 10 worst man-made environmental disasters

Most disasters lie outside human control, but some of the world’s most devastating events have been caused by humans.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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How we made the Great Pacific Garbage Patch

Angela Sun investigated several aspects of the Great Pacific Garbage Patch in her documentary "Plastic Paradise."



  • Arts & Culture

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Artists create beautiful world maps made from food. Does the vegetable representing the U.S. surprise you?

We get why the artists chose this common vegetable to represent America, but if you could choose a food, what would it be?




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Weird sea mollusk has eyes made of armor

The chiton is a marine mollusk built like a tiny tank can see with eyes made of the same material as its armor.




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Christmas dinner wine pairings made easy

Turkey? Roast beef? Lasagna? Vegetarian? Ham? Whatever your Christmas dinner, I have a great sustainable wine choice for the perfect pairing.




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10 Halloween costumes made of cardboard

Whip up some cool Halloween costume ideas, starting with simple cardboard.




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10 cool things made from cardboard

Who know you could build a functional car or virtual reality goggles from cardboard?



  • Arts & Culture

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Easy homemade suet cakes for backyard birds

Suet is a high-calorie source of easily digestible food for birds, and making it couldn't be easier.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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This nifty backpack is made from a whole bunch of recycled plastic bags

Onward Bag is landfill-skirting design at its most ingenious.




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How 'toilet to tap' water is made

In drought areas, treated wastewater is added back to the potable water stream. It's safe, and one study says it even tastes better.




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5 useful products made from ocean plastic

Innovators like Sea2See and Adidas are taking marine trash and turning it into treasure.




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11 great gifts made from meteorites

How about an out-of-this-world accessory for your Valentine?




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5 recipes for homemade baby food (and why you should make your own)

Making baby food at home is easier & more important than you think. Here are 5 homemade baby food recipes.



  • Babies & Pregnancy

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How safe are edible, homemade gifts?

Those seeking a more sustainable holiday are choosing DIY food gifts. But have you taken all the precautionary measures when it comes to canning?




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When is store-bought better than homemade?

Making food from scratch is wonderful, but there are some snacks out there that should probably stay store-bought.




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Make a simple homemade electrolyte drink

Don't spend money on bottled electrolyte water when you can make your own. This homemade electrolyte drink is healthier than sugar-filled store-bought versions.




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Ships to be made with a slimy hull inspired by whale skin

Ships which exude slime from their hulls could cut fuel consumption by 20% and make it difficult for barnacles to attach.



  • Sustainable Business Practices

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World's first man-made photosynthetic 'leaf' could produce oxygen for astronauts

Breakthrough technology could make long-distance space travel feasible, clean our air here on Earth, and even combat global warming.



  • Research & Innovations

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Are solar power and agave farming a match made in heaven?

Deserts have a lot of sun, but not much water. That's why researchers are advocating combined solar and agave farms.




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Orange peels could be made into biodegradable plastic

Scientists have discovered a novel new way of using microwaves to turn orange peels and other plant-based waste into plastic.



  • Research & Innovations

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Can cars run on hydrogen made from plant sugars?

Researchers claim that using enzymes to convert biomass to hydrogen could yield significantly more energy than current biomass-to-ethanol efforts.




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How to make a homemade bath bomb

Why waste money on store-bought when you can whip up these easy, luxurious DIY bath bombs at home?



  • Natural Beauty & Fashion

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How to make homemade shaving cream

If you're concerned about the chemicals in shaving cream and how they affect your health, consider making homemade DIY shaving cream instead.



  • Natural Beauty & Fashion

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Take a guess what Gumshoes are made of

Carefully "harvested" from the streets of Amsterdam, sticky gum litter is put to good use in these kicks.



  • Natural Beauty & Fashion

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Hat made from real woolly mammoth hair goes on sale for $10,000

It's unpleasant to wear, but it's also one of a kind.



  • Natural Beauty & Fashion

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13 homemade lip scrub recipes

Cracked lips? Try exfoliating with these yummy, homemade DIY lip scrub recipes free of chemicals or designer price tag.



  • Natural Beauty & Fashion

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Why phone calls have made a comeback

During the coronavirus pandemic, we're making phone calls again so we can hear familiar voices.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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Boomers and e-bikes were made for each other

More aging boomers are getting on e-bikes, but they should make sure they buy the best cycles for older cyclists.




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10 women who made automotive history

In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re taking a look at the leaders, racers and innovators in the world of cars.




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5 food products made from food waste

The best way to fight food waste? Eat it, of course...




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Product review: Management liability made easy

Keeley Theron, commercial manager at SJL Insurance, reviews C-Quence's ML5 Management Liability Insurance product




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Christmas Dinner Made Memorable

Eating is an important part of our Christmas holiday traditions. If you're planning a festive feast, what menu items are must-haves on your holiday table? Read on to make sure you have all the tasty food basics covered.




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8 Common Recruiting Mistakes made by Security Companies

Recruiting in the Security Industry is an extremely difficult task. Security Companies often compound these problems by making these 8 common mistakes:




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Made To Order - 5 Ways To Add Value

The great thing is the start - to see an opportunity for service, and to start doing it, even though in the beginning you serve but a single customer - and him for nothing. -Robert Collier




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Five Credit Mistakes Made By Rookies

This article discusses the five common mistakes made by people trying to build credit. It outlines each mistake and offers ways to avoid them.




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Unique Handmade Jewelry

Find out why so many people are now turning to handmade jewelry instead of regular massively produced pieces.




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Interesting characters have made interesting bets over the years

Interesting characters have made interesting bets over the years. Were they risking it all, or was there method in their maneuvers?




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Ahmad Al Fares Celebrated for Dedication to the Mobile Internet Industry

Mr. Fares' company, Celitech Inc., won recognition as the "Overall Wireless Broadband Solution of the Year" by the Mobile Breakthrough Awards Program in 2019.




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New Children's Book Based On A Real-life Story That Made National Headlines Helps Kids Deal With Bullies

"Cowboy Joel and the Wild Wild West" was written by the Gagnon family who have adopted five special needs children




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Nancy Madrid Presented with the Albert Nelson Marquis Lifetime Achievement Award by Marquis Who's Who

Ms. Madrid has been endorsed by Marquis Who's Who as a leader in the field of Counseling




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New Image Plastic Surgery Associates to Host 'March Madness Makeover Event' Spotlighting Nonsurgical Treatment Options

Open house introduces SculpSure, ThermiRF procedures to patients in the Washington metropolitan area




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New Charity Arrives: Human Earth Foundation Supporting The Muhammad Ali Parkinson's Center

A great hero and champion has left a legacy and many are stepping in to honor all that he stood for. Human Earth Foundation, a Non-Profit Organization, has started a campaign to help raise money to tribute to the Muhammad Ali Parkinson's Center.




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Traveling to Costa Rica is Made Easy by The New Tour Website www.costaricantrip.com

Costa Rican Trip is a new tour company that makes traveling easy and accessible by providing almost every type of tour on one website.




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Kryder Law Group Sponsors Madison Madness Event To Fund New Madison Musical Playground!

"An exceptional fundraiser to benefit Madison Elementary School" – Justin Hare, Partner at The Kryder Law Group




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Handmade By Heroes Is Helping Empower Our Nations Veterans

Handmade By Heroes is a unique business who's number one goal is to help veterans with injuries and conditions like PTSD re-enter the civilian workspace. They're not a charity, but an empowerment opportunity.




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Real Madrid Football Shirts at Fodboldonline.dk Prove The Danish Companies Reach

Fodboldonline.dk is gradually becoming one of the preferred online stores for football shirts.




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Retired NBA Players and Community Leaders Reflect on the Lasting Impact of Detroit's Historical Basketball Gym, St. Cecilia, in the Film Premiere for 'The Saint: Where Stars Are Made, Not Born'

This film chronicles the impact of St. Cecilia gym, which was founded after the 1967 Detroit riots by Sam Washington. Considered the 'mecca of basketball', more than 100 men who played at the gym became NBA players, coaches, and sports executives.




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Madeleine Forte, PhD, Presented with the Albert Nelson Marquis Lifetime Achievement Award by Marquis Who's Who

Dr. Forte has been endorsed by Marquis Who's Who as a leader in the performing arts




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Northern Alberta Consumers Meet With Erin Harbison from Nomad Roofing

Nomad Roofing is a two-year Consumer Choice Award winner in the category of Roofing, in the region of Northern Alberta.