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EcoSense for Living: Create eco-friendly house cleaners

Learn simple ways to make household cleaners that are cheap and safe to use.




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How to grow seedlings in eggshells

Jump start your spring garden by growing your seedlings in eggshells before planting them in the ground.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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An eco-friendlier digital TV conversion

Keep your old TV and get an EnergyStar DTA converter if you want to take the environmentally friendly route.



  • Gadgets & Electronics

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DOE funding for an eco-friendly accessible car

The U.S. Department of Energy is providing a $50 million loan to Vehicle Production Group for the creation of an eco-friendly accessible car.




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Bird flu more common but less deadly than estimated

The H5N1 influenza virus, also known as "bird flu," may well be more prevalent and less deadly than health officials had thought, according to a new study publi



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Influenza hits middle-age, young adults hard

The lower vaccination rate in this age group may be one reason for the unusually high number of hospitalizations and deaths, the CDC says.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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Top 10 Eco-Friendly Features of Walmart Stores

Our sustainability commitments help us cut costs so we can pass those savings on to our customers




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Why wild animals need wildlife corridors

Habitat loss is devastating rare species worldwide, but as the success of wildlife corridors suggests, a little connectivity can go a long way.




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5 student inventions that help wildlife

Grown-ups and Ph.D.s aren't the only ones creating groundbreaking gadgets that protect wild critters.




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I harvested fruit in the middle of New York City

Urban foraging is a way to feed your stomach and see your city in a whole new light.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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The greasiest candle on the market

The FURTHER Candle is made from purified restaurant grease waste. Does it smell like onion rings? You wish...




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Drilling in Arctic National Wildlife Refuge is one step closer to reality

The plan to drill in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge is hotly contested between oil companies, Alaskans and conservation groups.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Wood chips wean Middlebury from foreign oil

Hi-tech biomass gassification plant will cut Middlebury College's CO2 emissions by 40 percent.



  • Research & Innovations

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The story behind America's deadliest drug epidemic

New book about the painkiller industry has already been optioned by Warner Bros.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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Atlanta to Appalachia: My unlikely journey from urban gridlock to country living

How embracing a serene, rural lifestyle has taught me to use a chainsaw, ride a pickup and get off my blood pressure medication.




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'World's deadliest island' has one snake for every square meter

More than 4,000 deadly snakes call this tiny 110-acre island home, including one species with venom that can 'melt human flesh.'




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Using chemistry to make otherworldly art

Artist Iori Tomita explores the natural art of the skeletal system by exploiting clever chemistry tricks. See how it's done.



  • Arts & Culture

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New frog species discovered in the middle of New York City

Hiding under everyone's nose in the most populous city in the U.S.A., a beautiful new frog species has been discovered.




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27 wildlife portraits captured by remote cameras

Game cameras give us a view into what happens in the woods when the sun goes down.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Swaddled baby bat erases all fear of bats

Handmade 'cuddlebatz' wraps swaddle distressed baby bats and make you forget all about vampires.




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9 unexpectedly beautiful sea creatures

While dolphins and whales might get all the attention, here are some lesser-known sea creatures that are just as magnificent.




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A centuries-old riddle in stone has finally been solved

A contest to reveal the truth behind the mysterious inscription on a boulder in France produces two winners.



  • Arts & Culture

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How a deadly 1938 hurricane gave New England its fall colors

New England's fall foliage wasn't always so colorful. Today's gorgeous scenery is the result of one of history's deadliest hurricanes.



  • Climate & Weather

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These beautiful photos speak loud and clear for wildlife

The Natural History Museum, London, announced the finalists for its 53rd Wildlife Photographer of the Year contest.




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These comedy wildlife photo winners will make you belly laugh

The 2017 Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards winners have been announced, and this year's crop doesn't disappoint in the humor department.




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Why poodles are so often misunderstood

Get past the haircut and remember this: Poodles are incredibly smart and athletic.




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A deaf and blind poodle found her way home after escaping from a hawk's clutches

A tiny poodle named Porschia not only escaped a hawk's clutches, but made it back home again.




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Why lightning is so much deadlier for animals than it is for humans

For four-legged creatures, lightning strikes create an especially lethal ground current.



  • Climate & Weather

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What is microneedling and does it work?

Microneedling, also known as collagen induction therapy, has been used by dermatologists for decades to treat scars. But are at-home dermarollers safe?



  • Natural Beauty & Fashion

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5 beauty treatments that could turn deadly

While most of these procedures are perfectly safe, you might think twice after seeing the ugly side of these beauty treatments.



  • Natural Beauty & Fashion

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Dell takes a huge step toward ultimate eco-friendly packaging

Compostable and locally sourced bamboo computer cushions push Dell’s corporate initiatives to new levels.




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Al Gore reportedly now worth more than $200 million, called 'Romney-Rich' by Bloomberg

The former vice president has benefited from sustainable investments, Silicon Valley leadership and the sale of Current TV.



  • Sustainable Business Practices

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Update your Kindle by March 22 or lose access to books and more

Kindles from before 2013 need a critical update by March 22 or they will lose Internet connectivity.



  • Gadgets & Electronics

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Which budget-friendly 4K drone is right for you?

We took two aerial drones out for test flights and walked away more impressed than ever.



  • Gadgets & Electronics

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How to photograph wildlife from a boat

How does a photographer manage to focus on a subject, get a sharp image and avoid motion sickness all at the same time?



  • Gadgets & Electronics

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Toyota's new 'cuddly' robot could expand the definition of family

The Kirobo Mini can recognize expressions and make conversation.



  • Gadgets & Electronics

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What is the world's deadliest animal?

Sharks? Snakes? The animal that's deadliest to humans probably isn't what you think it is.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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This savvy toad pretends to be a deadly viper

Researchers have found a toad that perfectly mimics a poisonous snake right down to its hiss.




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Marin Headlands: Open spaces, wildlife and a fascinating history

Part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, the Marin Headlands boast open spaces, wildlife, and a fascinating history.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Badlands National Park: A user's guide

This South Dakota park delivers a dose of rugged beauty, from the namesake rocks to a classic prairie teeming with wildlife.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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How a shelter pup beat a deadly virus and found his way to a rock star's heart

Paul Phillips and Karen Perry were still mourning their old dog when Zeppelin crashed into their lives.




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Why soccer nets are a deadly issue for animals

Every year, countless birds and deer get fatally entangled in soccer nets.




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Why private planes are nearly as deadly as cars

Depending on how the statistics are sliced, private planes may be even more dangerous than the leading cause of transportation deaths in America: cars.



  • Protection & Safety

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5 examples of drones behaving badly

Drones could rule the skies, but only if their operators follow the rules.



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This turkey makes the skies more friendly

Special companion animal gets Delta's blessing to fly in the cabin to keep passenger calm.




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10 of the most dog-friendly airports in the U.S.

Flying with a dog, whether a pet or a service animal, is not easy. But airports can be surprisingly accommodating to your four-legged friend.




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8 deadly diseases cured by modern science

Here are eight of history's most feared diseases that have been cured thanks to modern science.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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Wildlife Photographer of the Year winners will take your breath away

Wildlife Photographer of the Year winning images capture rarely seen animal behavior.




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A mudlark explains the joy of her river hobby

Lara Maiklem is a mudlark, and she digs in the tidal flats of the Thames river to uncover all sorts of incredible secrets and treasures.



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Eco-friendly dishwashing detergents fall short with consumers

Reduction of dangerous phosphates in cleaners has some protesting lack of cleaning prowess.