With daylight saving time still in effect across most of the United States and Canada, the sun is now rising at many localities after 7 a.m. local time. That me

Today, Brody Moreland is a blur of motion as he chases toys. But for the first 6 months of his life, he barely moved. He was born with severe spina bifida.

One of the states most at risk from climate change has reportedly banned officials from using the phrase 'climate change.'

Egmont Key National Wildlife Refuge is rich with wildlife and history — and it's under siege from the waters that surround it. And it's only to get worse.

Kate Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge, is one of the unlucky 1 to 2 percent of women who suffer from this acute illness during pregnancy.

Baby on the way? We've got you covered with lots of names inspired by the season.

Is Denver's B-Cycle program nothing but a form of U.N. control of the city? The Mayoral Republican gubernatorial frontrunner thinks so.

Here are a few of the most popular Buddhist holidays explained.

The Peaceful Belly Farm in Hailey, Idaho, found a unique way to advertise a plant sale.

Scientists look at a lot of data — including the famous Stanford analysis — and find an excellent reason to enjoy organic produce.

Long before modern countries like China and Dubai began making artificial islands, the Calusa people built a kingdom on seashells.

John Pawson's Life House beckons frazzled renters with a 'zone of extreme calm.'

Make the holiday season a little healthier with these sweet cookie recipes.

These recipes provide delicious ways to serve up this amazing superfood.

Search and rescue dog Frida became an online hero after rescuing many lives, and now it's time for her to take it easy.

Music can get people into the spirit of the season — as long as they have opportunities to escape it.

With all that holiday food prep coming up, now may be the perfect time to teach the little ones some kitchen skills.

Make sure your knives are sharpened and spice rack is stocked so time in the kitchen this holiday season goes more smoothly.

If policing your child’s plate at a holiday dinner dampens the celebration, this one tip may be incredibly freeing for you and your children.

Skip the stores and head outdoors to a nearby state park.

As the middle class disappears, the rich go hiking and the poor fight over bargains.

Thanksgiving feasts and Christmas treats will be here soon, but being proactive can help you win the battle of the bulge.

Don't want to shop on Black Friday but not sure what else to do? Here are some ideas.

The archaeological site is located a mere 900 feet off Manasota Key in Florida.

The wildfire in the Florida Everglades has spread to 32,000 acres, and officials are using all the resources they can to contain it.

Vodka, the top-selling spirit in the nation, is one of the first to go green.

Food news from around the web for your weekend reading

We've got lots of choices for eco-friendly wine, beer and spirits this holiday season.

Scenes of devastation along the state's Indian River Lagoon show hundreds of thousands of dead fish.

The modified-Boeing 747, known as the Shuttle Carrier Aircraft (SCA), touched down at NASA's Kennedy Space Center here on April 10. The jumbo jetliner came in f

Punta Gorda, a sleepy Gulf Coast getaway north of Fort Myers, shines bright as Babcock Ranch, a solar-powered eco-town, attracts its first residents.

The final report by President Obama's oil spill commission concludes that the Deepwater Horizon blowout and subsequent massive oil spill was caused by a series

At the time of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill in the spring of 2010, computer models predicted that the 200 million gallons of crude oil pouring out of the gus

But environmental groups say oil is still coming ashore and more work needs to be done.

Low-calorie cocktails abound, even if they're not labeled as such. The key is knowing the amount of alcohol and sugar in what you're drinking.

Shake up your holiday drink options with these creamy cocktails that aren't eggnog.

A festive punch lets your guests know you're ready to celebrate.

Are ex-KGB hackers behind "Climategate"? What's the latest drama in Copenhagen? Can a regular, affordable home really produce more power than it uses?

Center for Environmental Health's new guide attempts to consolidate electronic buying guides from many nonprofits.

Carefully managed fire is used as a tool to protect wildlands from invasive plants and other threats.

The ad, meant to highlight the environmental costs of palm oil, has touched the hearts of millions.

Earth911 is hosting a week-long series of Google+ Hangouts to encourage everyone to make eco-friendly choices during the holiday season. You're invited!

This huge wetland ecosystem is running out of freshwater, and conservation efforts may not be moving fast enough.

With Italy facing severe drought conditions, the Vatican has turned off its iconic fountains for the first time in living memory to help save water.

If you've upgraded and have old Apple products or other cellphones lying around, Gazelle will give you cash. It's fast, easy and the company will even send you

A new study suggests Americans actually dread family visits, especially the part that involves spending the night there.

A new U.S. report on climate change offers 'information that every human needs.'

Looking to make this holiday really special — without breaking the bank? Consider homemade gifts. Here are 10 ways to put a special glow into Christmas.

In the latest Python Challenge, researchers bagged over 2,000 pounds of the problematic snakes and discovered some of the species' secrets.

Plus: Eco-themed shows on the horizon.