Suddenly, and without any warning, a rap song appeared on social media, produced by three young men – who were unheard of up to that moment – and racked up millions of views in record time. The track was entitled "Long Live the People", based on the slogan of the revolutionary youth (especially notable in the 20F’s manifestations) directed against the monarchist slogan: “long live the king”. The track topped the list of most-watched Moroccan videos on YouTube. This is unprecedented for an agitational song, as the top spot has typically been occupied by pop trifles.

I don't think it would actually work, but it is an innovative way of reskinning buildings

A species of wasp discovered in Thailand has been named for evil spirits invented by J. K. Rowling in her Harry Potter books.

This experimental co-living design scheme aims to foster communication, responsibility and human relationships.

By 2020 every light bulb is supposed to put out 45 lumens per watt. It's a Bush-era regulation that the current government wants to roll back.

All over Thanksgiving, and with only a tiny press release...

To make this small space more livable, there is an emphasis on filling out the vertical space. Plus, a great tatami-inspired seating area.

A small apartment gets enlarged by knocking some walls down and adding a multi-functional staircase and mini-loft.

This apartment's new design unifies the small space with a simple palette of materials over three levels.

An old basement is transformed into a beautiful new shared multipurpose space for working, learning and leisure.

Infrastructure doesn't have to look boring; this one references an old fable about a mountain utopia and features a modular steel frame.

Multifunctional zones and a sleeping loft enlarge this small apartment in Taipei.

Once a centrally located piano practice space, it's been converted into a comfortable little apartment with the help of some smart space-saving strategies.

Last month the City of Sydney declared that it had become Australia’s first carbon neutral government. It is important to note that whilst the total area of this southern metropolis is said to be equal to the size of London

With everything happening in one space, studio apartments can often feel too cluttered. This Sydney apartments gets a space makeover with the addition of a clever multifunctional unit that partitions the space and stores things out of sight.

Decluttering techniques are a big trend now. This small apartment is designed with organizational principles right from the start.

Are they good for everyone or just about making money and getting rid of workers?

The extremely dated "It ain't easy being green" title of this Trulia survey actually misinterprets the data; judging by the questions they asked, it is perfectly easy being green; it just ain't cheap.

Image from NASA updated: As many noted, I (idiotically) cited the Montreal Protocol's success here, which has nothing to do with reducing tropospheric ozone -- rather, it has to do with fixing the ozone layer. Thank you commenters, and my apologies for

Another report on another geoengineering method that is likely too risky to try and utterly not cost-effective: Injecting aerosols into the atmosphere to slow warming (which would do absolutely nothing about ocean acidification, by the way).

The first field test of injecting sulfate particles into the atmosphere is proposed for New Mexico; ocean iron fertilization experiment shows more promise than previous ones.

It may have also been done under falsely obtained consent...

Because the iron dumped in the ocean off British Columbia wasn't dumped as waste, it didn't violate international law.

A small apartment is made to feel larger with custom cabinetry and more.

And that's just the way the architect and developer like it.

Ever heard of a 'stranded asset'? They are well known in the world of sustainability, and they can put a dent in your retirement savings.

Delegates from United Nations member states meet to discuss a global environmental agenda.

Secretary General Ban Ki-Moon called upon heads of state to make “bold” announcements at today’s Climate Summit.

The UN Environment Programme kicks off its official celebration of World Environment Day in Milan.

The Eye on Earth Summit aims to harness the power of data and new data gathering technologies to help the environment and support sustainable development.

Fur farming was banned on UK soil in 2000, but imports are still allowed, which activists say simply 'outsources' the cruelty.

Because everyone knows that bike paths are just the thin edge of the wedge. Next, they come for your cars.

"This is not concrete, this is nature!"

This renovated apartment incorporates some interesting storage concepts for a cleaner, brighter space.

This week marks Carnival of the Green #205, and it's being hosted by Pragmatic Environmentalism, a blog that explores urban sustainability. Thanks so much to Brenda Pike, who runs the site, for a last minute Carnival round-up. Through her blog, Brenda

A "moot court" will be held over Twitter for the first time ever, and students from 5 major Canadian law schools will argue an environmental law.

More bikers take to Twitter to mock bike haters.

Here is someone who gets the message across, in a funny and beautiful way. Australian Stuart McMillen takes topics around environmental sustainability and turns them into catchy cartoons.

Paul Gilding has penned an optimistic and uplifting piece on the progress the climate movement has made and why he thinks we're on the verge of victory.

This once-derelict small apartment has been renovated on a budget into a more modern space.

Like a nesting doll, this all-in-one wall unit functions like a multipurpose piece of furniture.

Be sure to dispose of these toys if they are in the attic, and know how to stay on top of product recalls

Often marketed as educational, electronic toys have the opposite effect, resulting in parents and children speaking less to each other.

We previously reported that phthalates were linked to miscarriages. Now we know they are linked to flooring.

Efforts to reduce meat consumption are shifting focus from individual choice to systemic changes.

Cars kill thousands every day, wreck our cities, and spout CO2. What should we do about it?

Each year thousands of PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) yoga mats are sold

"Has the global food system been irrevocably hijacked?" One filmmaker asks and begins to answer this frightening question.

Sam Suds and the Case of PVC The entire life cycle of PVC is an issue of environmental justice and racism. Many PVC plants are located near poor and communities of color. These facilities have poisoned workers and fence-line neighbors, polluted the

The Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA), as passed by the US Congress in August, 2008, inadvertently threatens to take many handmade toys and children's clothing items off the market. According to the