A small town in Illinois has become the world's third International Dark Sky Community, a place that aims to protect the quality of its dark, star-filled sky by

'The City Dark,' the latest from Brooklyn-based filmmaker Ian Cheney, explores the effect of light pollution on the natural environment and on human health. It

Photographer's exploration of the beauty of man-made illumination around the world reflects humankind's dominance over the planet.

First new global map of Earth at night since 2012 shows the growing impact of light pollution across the globe.

A 1,400-square-mile stretch of unspoiled wilderness in central Idaho has been designated as the nation’s first International Dark Sky Reserve.

Chengdu's wild plan involves a reflective satellite or "moon" that would beam down a "dusk-like glow" within city limits.

Star Count 2019 engages stargazers in England and draws attention to the growing threat of light pollution.

There is no doubt, digital books are here to stay. The original Kindle, which started shipping in November 2007, was a wake up call to the publishing world.

The 'Quakebook' project, a gripping Twitter-sourced charity eBook filled with first-hand accounts of life after the devastating earthquake and tsunami in Japan

Among other things, Rob Kutner thinks we're on the verge of a new Ice Age.

The online retailer's new 'Election Heat Map' uses book-sales data to reveal a widespread Republican streak among its American customers.

Amazon honors National Bullying Prevention Month with a daily deal on two titles that help empower kids against bullies.

This step-by-step Kindle book will help families of all sizes get home-cooked meals on the table.

In honor of Julia Child’s 101st birthday, Kindle is offering 'As Always, Julia: The Letters of Julia Child and Avis DeVoto' at a bargain price for one day.

Guide to pulling off a traditional Thanksgiving dinner with style from the former New York Times restaurant critic is a bargain.

ames Beard Award winner Elissa Altman's book about her relationships with food and those she loves is a bargain right now for Kindle.

Introverts rejoice at the launch of a new 'anti-social' media app that can help you avoid unpleasant situations.

New empathy-building app lets you swap lives with people you don’t know.

In your phone. Or down the street at the supermarket.

It's a defining moment for CEO Tim Cook, who is fighting to keep iPhones locked, even in the face of terrorism.

Talk about blowing things way out of proportion.

Everything from the way we tell time to the way we measure things and plug in our phones is screwed up.

NBC’s Adrienne Mong ventures inside one of China’s fake Apple stores to look at the bogus products being sold under the guise of the legitimate American tec

Video: Visionary Apple founder has died at the age of 56.

'Reading Rainbow' host LeVar Burton demonstrates a new app aimed at getting kids to love reading.

When we heard about Food52's Holiday Recipes and Party Planning Guide ($3.99 for iPad and iPhone), we thought this app from New York Times writers Amanda Hesser

From magnifiers to medication trackers, these apps can help savvy seniors stay on track.

Apple’s suppliers are reportedly preparing to release a new miniature iPad in Q4 2013.

Dog trainer Anna Jane Grossman provides private iPad lessons to dogs, where she teaches them to nose the screen to activate apps.

Improve your study habits and track your learning progress with these 5 study-aid apps.

Filmmaker Josh Seftel bought his mother an iPad last year and turned her into a YouTube sensation. In the process, he the two developed an even closer bond.

Not all so-called green home gadgets are as green as you think. What to do? Play a game of Inspector Green Gadget.

Is organic bottled water "eco-chic?" I don't think so!

Get savvy about the labels that prove a product's eco-merit.

Major brands continue to fund hate speech in the midst of major green makeovers. Will they be called out?

New York magazine thinks that the Planet Green series, World's Greenest Homes, is more peacocky than practical. What do you think?

Nature Conservancy, Conservation International, WWF, Sierra Club -- are the biggest environmental NGO's losing credibility by receiving funds from major corpora

A label is popping up on chicken in the meat case. Here's what you should know about it.

Network's "EcoAd" campaign misleads consumers, say four environmental organizations.

From the "naive consumer vs candy company" files, a mom sues confection corporation, Ferrero USA, for suggesting Nutella as part of a healthy breakfast.

CTO of Big Green Innovations, a unit of IBM's Smarter Planet Initiative, lays out 5 key project areas.

In an effort to encourage residents to pedal to work, Minneapolis is making strides in bike-friendly commuting. Learn why we should follow their lead.

North America's only real high-speed train first hit the rails in 1970. An unearthed video from its launch is a reminder of the can-do energy of that 'Mad Men'

Study debunks the myth that telecommuters are disconnected and thus less productive. Results from the study were published in the June issue of Communication Mo

Trophy Bicycle Holders offer a smart, space-saving storage solution in the form of two 'iconic silhouettes.'

An ultra-low emission zone for London by 2020.

American workers either don't get paid vacation days, or they are afraid to use them.

9 dying professions being kept alive by dedicated diehards

About 50 million Americans don't have paid sick leave, but there are numerous benefits when employers offer it.

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