ge Bumblebees can switch to 'economy mode' when their nectar load gets extra heavy By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 13 Feb 2020 18:01:38 +0000 Scientists have learned out how much energy bees use to fly when carrying heavy and light loads, and they learned about a new ability along the way. Full Article Animals
ge Most plastics in our recycling bins aren't getting recycled, new report finds By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 24 Feb 2020 13:29:09 +0000 Just because you put plastic items in the recycling bin, doesn't mean they get recycled. Full Article Recycling
ge Caterpillar 'plastivores' can eat and digest plastic bags By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 13 Mar 2020 12:28:36 +0000 Could plastic-eating waxworms be part of the solution to our plastic pollution? Full Article Animals
ge The cost of tackling climate change is less than the cost of doing nothing By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 21 Apr 2020 17:32:28 +0000 The economic cost of doing nothing to reduce greenhouse gases is higher than fighting the problem, study finds. Full Article Climate & Weather
ge We're taking coronavirus seriously. What if we did that with climate change? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 16:41:50 +0000 The similarities between coronavirus and climate change are many. It's just the time scale that's different. Full Article Climate & Weather
ge 'Fuel' documentary brings change to classrooms By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 03 Dec 2009 16:54:08 +0000 'Fuel' documentary brings change to classrooms. Film's green curriculum inspires schools to switch to biodiesel buses. Full Article Family Activities
ge Eco-friendly dishwashing detergents fall short with consumers By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 21 Sep 2010 16:30:20 +0000 Reduction of dangerous phosphates in cleaners has some protesting lack of cleaning prowess. Full Article Responsible Living
ge How algae could change your world (or at least your car) By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Jul 2011 19:52:14 +0000 Algae-based fuels are finally reaching the commercial stage, and they're already in airplanes and U.S. Navy ships. And they could be coming soon to a gas statio Full Article Transportation
ge 'Algae Opera': Singer grows edible algae with her breath By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 02 Oct 2012 16:27:43 +0000 Mezzo-soprano Louise Ashcroft wore a squid-like mask. As she sang, the carbon dioxide fed the algae in her mask and nearby tanks, and the algae grew over the co Full Article Arts & Culture
ge AlgaeBulb is an illuminating, oxygen-generating LED By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 07 Jun 2013 01:04:38 +0000 AlgaeBulb, an LED light bulb that, as described, is filled with microorganisms that power the bulb itself. Full Article At Home
ge Arctic algae 'tree rings' reveal record of climate change By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 19 Nov 2013 16:10:20 +0000 Bright pink algae that light up the Arctic seafloor like Las Vegas neon are also guides to hundreds of years of climate history. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
ge Viruses deflate huge algal blooms at sea By www.livescience.com Published On :: Mon, 25 Aug 2014 15:59:18 +0000 Gobs of microscopic organisms called algae may have met their match in viruses that can invade their cells, ultimately leading to death. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
ge Green States: A geek bearing gifts By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 06 Mar 2009 10:50:13 +0000 The Smiley family, from 1869 to the present, has run the Mohonk Mountain House, a gorgeous throwback of a resort hotel that I can no longer afford to visit abou Full Article Climate & Weather
ge Planning a wedding? Skip the flowers and get puppy bouquets instead By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 20 Sep 2016 19:25:34 +0000 Add an extra dose of whimsy and bliss to your big day with a rambunctious pile of rescue puppies. Full Article Pets
ge Why do leaves change color in autumn? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 28 Sep 2016 10:08:12 +0000 Learn about the natural mechanisms that produce breathtaking fall leaf colors each year. Full Article Climate & Weather
ge Why the biggest dinosaurs had the flashiest head gear By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 29 Sep 2016 10:08:12 +0000 Theropods like the T. Rex have their bony cranial ornamentation to thank for their enormous size. Full Article Animals
ge Sublime animal portraits vie for Nat Geo's attention By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 10 Oct 2016 17:00:00 +0000 National Geographic is back at it again with one of the fiercest photography competitions of the year. Full Article Animals
ge Take a trip across Q'eswachaka, the last handwoven Inca rope bridge By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 11 Oct 2016 12:07:00 +0000 Stretching over the Apurimac River, this suspension bridge is made of grass and rebuilt every year using traditional Inca techniques. Full Article Travel
ge Succulent nail art: Gorgeous, weird or both? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 27 Oct 2016 19:49:04 +0000 While not practical for everyday wear, these 'fat plant' manicures from Roz Borg of Arozona Living are sure to spark a conversation. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
ge Jill Pelto's watercolors illustrate the strange beauty of climate change data By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 07 Nov 2016 11:12:00 +0000 Artist and scientist Jill Pelto hopes to inspire people to take action by imbuing her dreamy paintings with hard scientific data and field research. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
ge 6 ingenious traps set by the world's hungriest carnivorous plants By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 07 Feb 2017 16:57:16 +0000 From Venus flytraps to pitcher plants and bladderworts, explore the wonderfully weird world of carnivorous plants. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
ge Bumblebee gets a helping hand from Endangered Species Act By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 22 Mar 2017 14:47:58 +0000 The beleaguered rusty patched bumblebee is the first bee species in the Lower 48 states to be listed as endangered by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Full Article Animals
ge These newly discovered peacock spiders will change your mind about arachnids By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 14 Sep 2017 19:00:15 +0000 Many people don't see arachnids as 'cute,' but maybe they've never laid eyes on a peacock jumping spider. Full Article Animals
ge 10 irreplaceable World Heritage Sites that are on the brink By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 13 Oct 2017 15:30:25 +0000 These endangered World Heritage Sites, both natural and cultural, could use a helping hand in restoring and preserving their integrity. Full Article Travel
ge 19 of the strangest basalt column landscapes on Earth By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 12 Apr 2018 18:17:41 +0000 Our planet has quite a knack for creating surreal natural landscapes. Case in point: Basalt rock columns. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
ge New Yorkers line up for 'Manhattanhenge' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 29 May 2019 14:48:00 +0000 Manhattanhenge is an urban phenomenon in which the sun sets perfectly along New York City's east-west street grid. Full Article Arts & Culture
ge Strange wave-shaped clouds roll across Mount Pisgah By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 20 Jun 2019 19:00:38 +0000 At first glance, you might assume this image is the result of some elaborate Photoshop trick, but trust us, it's 100 percent real! Full Article Climate & Weather
ge 13 images and facts about misunderstood bats By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 02 Aug 2019 16:02:15 +0000 Some people see them as pests, but bats are among the most fascinating and ecologically indispensable animals on Earth. Full Article Animals
ge Eat your way through American history with these vintage recipes By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 25 Jun 2016 16:04:00 +0000 These recipes from previous centuries are just as delicious today as they were hundreds of years ago. Full Article Recipes
ge Beet Root Porridge with Toasted Almonds, Pickled Beet Root, Goat Cheese and Basil By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 28 Sep 2016 18:11:13 +0000 This savory oatmeal isn't your typical breakfast-for-dinner dish. Full Article Recipes
ge There's an eggnog shortage? No problem By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 22 Dec 2016 17:26:52 +0000 Record eggnog sales are causing some manufacturers to cry "Shortage!" We've seen this before, and we know what to do. Full Article Recipes
ge 7 Lenten dishes that make you forget meat By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 07 Mar 2017 17:37:08 +0000 During the season of Lent, many Christians forgo meat. That doesn't mean dinner can't be delicious. Full Article Recipes
ge 10 recipes for humble cabbage By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 12 Mar 2019 14:17:50 +0000 With all its nutrition, cabbage might want to brag a bit more. These recipes make it easy to get the best this veggie has to offer. Full Article Recipes
ge How to get rid of stink bugs By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 14 Feb 2019 17:00:15 +0000 The stink bug, with its noxious smell, is a recent visitor to the U.S., but Halyomorpha halys seems to like it here. Here's how to get rid of them. Full Article At Home
ge Can this plant really help us live forever (or at least a lot longer)? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 27 Feb 2019 18:55:44 +0000 Here's what you need to know about a Japanese plant called ashtabi known for anti-aging properties. We even tell you how to grow it. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
ge The bitter legal battle behind Georgia's sweet Vidalia onion By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 26 Apr 2019 22:22:21 +0000 Everything you need to know about the Vidalia onion, one of Georgia's most popular exports. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
ge How to get rid of moles in your yard By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 02 May 2019 18:26:56 +0000 Are there mole tunnels in your yard? Here are tips to help with mole control, from facts about food sources to pros and cons about mole traps and repellents. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
ge Why the future of housing should be multifamily and multigenerational By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 21 May 2019 10:40:48 +0000 To solve our housing crisis and build homes for aging boomers where they want them, we have to loosen up our concept of neighborhood. Full Article Remodeling & Design
ge Spectacular U.K. island seeks rugged gardener By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 05 Jun 2019 17:42:24 +0000 St. Michael's Mount off the coast of Cornwall is looking for someone to live there and care for its ancient gardens. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
ge How to make cut flowers last longer By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 10 Jun 2019 12:09:16 +0000 Your beautiful blooms will look fresh longer if you add a little perk-me-up in their vase. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
ge How to get rid of roaches naturally By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 02 Jul 2019 14:52:42 +0000 Banishing roaches from your home without toxic chemicals can be time-consuming, but the results will be well worth the effort. Full Article At Home
ge How to get rid of spotted lanternflies By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 24 Sep 2019 17:14:39 +0000 Polka-dotted, pesky planthoppers are wreaking havoc in the eastern U.S. Here's how to get rid of spotted lanternflies and stop them from spreading. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
ge Why Germany's little gardens are a way of life By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 22 Feb 2020 14:21:20 +0000 Once critical for survival, Germany's allotment gardens now provide a different type of health and wellness. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
ge Lost Apple Project hunts for vintage varieties By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 15:17:24 +0000 Amateur botanists with the Lost Apple Project seek to bring back heritage fruits in the Northwest U.S. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
ge In Person: David Martin, head of retail management, Zurich UK By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Thu, 26 Sep 2019 12:22:05 +0100 Zurich's David Martin explains why he made the move from Allianz to Zurich and how brokers helped him take the leap. Full Article
ge Gefion meets €5m liquidity deadline By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Tue, 07 Jan 2020 09:25:48 +0000 The Danish provider has complied with the order from a regulator to have liquid assets of at least €5m by the end of 2019, after further investment from shareholders. Full Article
ge FCA warns insurance managers to tackle misconduct By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Tue, 07 Jan 2020 11:31:02 +0000 Not addressing non-financial misconduct may lead managers to fail the SM&CR. Full Article
ge Danish regulator orders Gefion to correct information By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Thu, 09 Jan 2020 11:11:37 +0000 Gefion has disagreed with the decision, as the regulator points to issues with one of the provider's reinsurance contracts. Full Article
ge Gefion ordered not to expand its scope of business By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Wed, 15 Jan 2020 10:20:11 +0000 The Danish regulator says the unrated provider has “serious liquidity problems” as Gefion says it is in progressed discussions with potential capacity providers. Full Article
ge CMA urges regulators to put "strong remedies" in place to end loyalty penalty By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Tue, 21 Jan 2020 12:39:28 +0000 Government body welcomes the FCA's proposition to ban dual pricing as it publishes update a year on from the Citizens Advice super-complaint. Full Article