Three years after the worst environmental disaster in U.S. history, here's a look at how various victims of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill are recuperating.

Recurrent sheens of oil in the Gulf of Mexico near the site of 2010's Deepwater Horizon oil spill have baffled researchers.

The NOAA suspects the infectious morbillivirus is responsible for the unusually high number of dolphin strandings and deaths this month.

Margaret Brown shares her insights about the Deepwater Horizon spill with MNN.

Five years later, scientists may have finally found up to 10 million gallons of missing oil from the 2010 BP spill.

Five years after the 2010 BP oil spill, the endangered reptiles are one of several species still suffering from enigmatic declines.

After reports of icy pens, rotten food and sick animals sparked an outcry, 97 orcas and belugas have been released from a Russian 'whale jail.'

I had no idea the Mother's Day gift idea I came up with some 16 years ago would've been such a hit with my mom.

Mother's Day bouquet: Learn how to make your mom a Mother's Day present she won't soon forget.

Mother's Day gift guide. 14 eco-friendly gifts that will please mom -- and Mother Nature.

Mother's Day. There's not much time left to honor your mother, but MNN has earth-friendly solutions and a few videos to inspire.

Mother's Day Gift Guide 2010. While Mother Nature is the main event this week, don't forget that there's another Mother-celebrating day just around the corner..

Mother's Day meals. Three choices: One for the omnivore, one for the vegetarian and one for the vegan — all mouthwatering.

Mother's Day meals. Ideas for your mom's special meal whether she's a vegan, a vegetarian, or an omnivore.

Mother's Day poems come in all shapes and sizes. Many address the poet’s memories of their mother. Others describe the poet’s gratitude for their mother. So

Mother's Day crafts. They are so easy to do, there's really no excuse not to melt Mom's heart.

Mother's Day songs. In the history of rock, pop and ballads, there are simply way too many songs about mothers that, frankly, Mom would not be happy about.

MNN has assembled a 2010 guide to great, affordable green gifts that Mom will love.

Green guru Elizabeth Rogers offers tips for saving money on Mother's Day.

In celebration of Mother’s Day and all the lovely things our mothers have done for us — like, not eating us — here’s a rogues’ gallery of some of nat

While Mother Nature is the main event this week, don't forget that there's another Mother-celebrating day just around the corner...

Our food blogger recommends books she loves as gifts for the mom you love.

11 planet-friendly presents that are guaranteed to delight eco-conscious moms.

Forget the fancy flowers and jewels. These sweet, simple gifts are the way to mom's heart this Mother's Day.

For something a little different this Mother’s Day, why not take your favorite mom on a cheese trail?

While Mother Nature is undisputedly the center of attention this coming weekend, don't forget that there's another Mother-celebrating Sunday on the horizon ...

It feels great to celebrate and give back to our moms, and they deserve it, so the pressure’s always on when Mother’s Day pops up. You want to find somethin

Christy Turlington Burns launches viral campaign asking mothers to raise awareness about maternal health around the world by boycotting Mother's Day.

What does your mom really want for Mother's Day? (Hint: You won't find it at the store.)

Don't forget grandma this Mother's Day. The older women in your family have lots to share if you take the time to listen.

In honor of all the hard-working mothers in the animal kingdom, here's a collection of adorable baby animals being doted on by their moms.

Think sustainable pink for mom this Mother’s Day when you’re planning your celebrations.

So that you don't wind up gifting an awesome mum something too sentimental and/or last minute, a few singular Mother's Day gift picks ...

Put down those flowers and jewelry. Here's what mom really wants this Mother's Day.

The U.S. tradition began in 1911, but many other cultures offer their own twist on the Mother's Day theme. Mexico's celebration in particular looks like fun.

Cement made from 'fly ash', a byproduct from coal-fired power plants, has a remarkably lower carbon footprint, recycles industrial waste, and is more durable.

In which I revisit some of my favorite posts from 2009. Watch a Malaysian mine collapse, read about a truly homemade toaster oven, and find out if kites can pow

Engineer Henry Liu is honored for inventing a way to transform toxic waste into environmentally friendly bricks used for construction.

EPAcoal.org launches a Twitter campaign to send a strong message of support to the EPA for regulating toxic coal sludge so it doesn't enter the water supply.

Despite claims that special interest groups don't have a place in the White House, some reports say that's not the case. Other reports simply don't exist.

A new study buries the concept of "fat but fit," and finds that obesity is more dangerous than a lack of fitness.

As the 'Mad Pooper' terrorizes Colorado Springs, many are asking why runners are so obsessed with poop anyhow.

Residents noticed 95-year-old Harvey Djerf struggling on his daily walks, so they came up with a kind solution.

It’s time to ditch the word "senior" and all the ageist baggage that goes with it.

Your body clock influences what time of day you burn more calories.

Thomas Panek just became the first blind runner to complete the NYC Half Marathon with guide dogs.

These half-dozen exercises will help you shed pounds if obesity is in your genes.

Climatologist documents Greenland's warming conditions with a photo of sled dogs splashing in meltwater on top of sea ice.

The Amazon rainforest fires have been burning for 3 weeks, and some are wondering why Brazil's crisis isn't getting more attention.

Before clean air laws were passed in Pittsburgh, smoke left buildings in a nighttime shroud all day, yet air quality issues aren't really in the past.