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Tennessee: America's electric car mecca?

California may be getting all the coverage, but Tennessee is offering clever rebates and other perks, too.




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Tim McGraw and Faith Hill's Tennessee farm listed for $20M

This 753-acre piece of Southern history is located only 30 miles from downtown Nashville.



  • Arts & Culture

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Wheat surpasses white in sliced bread sales

Whole wheat beats white bread sales for the first time.




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What you need to know about processed foods

Michael Moss' exposure of the food industry in "Salt Sugar Fat" will open your eyes.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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How the moon messes with your sleep

Full moons can disturb your sleep, but it's the lunar cycle that's to blame, not the light.




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10 recipes for Brussels sprouts that will make them your new favorite vegetable

Brussels sprouts are a superfood packed with vitamins, cancer-fighting nutrients, and many health benefits.




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12 recipes for coconut from breakfast to dessert

Coconut is arguably one of the most diverse foods on the planet!




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Satan possesses those who practice yoga, says Virginia politico

Beware the downward dog, warns E. W. Jackson, the Virginia Republican party’s nominee for lieutenant governor.




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Russell Simmons says meditation is the key to greater happiness

Business magnate shares the benefits and practice of daily meditation in his new book 'Success Through Stillness.'



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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Colbert discusses 'Wind Turbine Syndrome'

Comedian describes the litany of health issues claimed by people living near wind turbines - which includes, of all things, herpes.



  • Arts & Culture

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Cassettes are making a comeback!

Along with a years-long renaissance of records, some are turning away from collecting music digitally.



  • Arts & Culture

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Stressed dogs prefer reggae and soft rock

Scottish study finds that music helps dogs in kennels relax, especially if it's reggae and soft rock.




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University of Tennessee gets OK for natural gas extraction on public land

The school plans to fund a study on the effects of fracking by allowing the controversial extraction process to take place on 8,000 acres in Cumberland Forest.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Tsunamiball: A handcrafted wooden vessel for riding out unlikely disasters

Meet Chris Robinson, an average California dad who just happens to be constructing a 22-foot-long tsunami escape pod out of plywood in his backyard.



  • Remodeling & Design

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All the Thanksgiving dessert recipes you'll need

More than half of Thanksgiving guests will be taking dessert for the holiday. Whether it’s pumpkin pie or not, we’ve got you covered.




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Jesse Eisenberg explains why his family celebrates 'Thanksliving'

'Batman v Superman' star says his Thanksgiving tradition is all about respect for animals.



  • Arts & Culture

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Hats off to the original green bean casserole

Dorcas Reilly created the first green bean casserole recipe as an employee of Campbells in 1955.




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Love your stuff: Material possessions aren't evil

It's time to cultivate a true appreciation for what we have.




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Senate passes Food Safety Modernization Act

As the Senate votes to give the FDA more power, read what those in the know are saying about it.




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Michael Pollan discusses 'Cooked' on 'The Colbert Report'

Stephen Colbert cuts through the “locavore flim flam” to find out what is at the heart of Michael Pollan’s latest book.




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When it comes to bad news, the messenger always gets shot

A new study suggests people who deliver bad news are never seen as innocent.



  • Research & Innovations

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Report slams safety at deadly Massey mine

A scathing report on the April 2010 mine disaster that killed 29 miners at the Upper Big Branch mine in West Virginia is set to be released.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Massey Energy: Worst mining company ever?

Massey Energy kept two sets of safety log books at their Big Branch Mine in West Virginia, where 29 miners died after an explosion last year— one for the fede




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More than 55 percent of Earth's ocean surface is occupied by industrial fishing vessels

Using satellite data and machine learning, researchers have mapped the movements of over 70,000 industrial fishing vessels.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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U.S. Senate passes Gulf RESTORE Act

The amendment, part of a pending transportation bill, marks the Gulf Coast's 'most important conservation victory in a decade,' advocates say.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Mother’s Day meals: Desserts

Mother's Day meals. Whether your mom’s a vegan, a vegetarian or an omnivore, she’ll love at least one of these cupcake recipes.




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These shelter pup moms are all dressed up, waiting for that special visitor

Mother's Day may be the perfect time for Duchess and Buttercup to find a family.




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Widespread Panic: Watch the video and win New Year's Eve tickets, VIP passes

Take the quiz to win 4 tickets and VIP access to one of the band's end-of-the-year shows in Atlanta.



  • Arts & Culture

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The mint julep is the Kentucky Derby's official drink because people love to steal glasses

Stealing bar glasses to keep as a souvenir goes way back and plays a key role in the mint julep, Kentucky Derby relationship.




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Messenger spacecraft provides surprising new information on Mercury

Mercury is not just hellishly hot but apparently covered in brimstone. A vast part of the planet is covered with dried lava – enough to bury the state of Tex




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NASA's Messenger probes crashes into Mercury

A NASA spacecraft slammed into the surface of Mercury on Thursday, April 30, bringing a groundbreaking mission to a dramatic end.




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Can you ID these lesser-known dog breeds?

Step aside, retrievers and beagles, and let these rare dogs trot into the spotlight. From Pulis to Leonbergers, how much do you know about these breeds?




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Dissecting the Waxman-Markey climate bill

Climate activists call for action to strengthen the most important piece of environmental legislation in history.



  • Research & Innovations

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MNN blogger addresses 'Climategate' on Fox News

Video: A controversy over e-mails leads FOX to wonder why Obama would bother flying to Copenhagen for the climate summit. Our blogger responds.



  • Climate & Weather

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Green Mountain Coffee addresses single-use servings

Longtime eco-friendly coffee makers attempt a green solution to the waste of single servings.




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10 lifestyle changes that could significantly lessen your cancer risk

Experts believe that between one-third and one-half of cancers are preventable. Here's what you can do.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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EU passes total ban on bee-harming pesticides

The European Union has banned bee-harming neonicotinoids. The policy is expected to come into full force by the end of 2018.




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Businesses maintain green giving goals

Donations to environmental organizations from many businesses to remain consistent in 2009.




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NASA's green rocket fuel passes big hurdle

With the passing of its first major milestone, NASA is on track to replace its highly toxic fuel with a greener, more efficient one.




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MNN Nest pledge: 'I will support my town's local and green businesses this year'

You can dramatically reduce your carbon footprint just by choosing products and services that are locally-owned and produced.




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Bill Gates confesses Control-Alt-Delete was a mistake

The Microsoft founder admits that the cumbersome combination should have been made easier.




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U.S. shutdown slows Hawaii molasses probe

U.S. authorities have largely suspended their investigation of the molasses spill that fouled Hawaiian waters last month.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Quagga mussels invade Utah's Lake Powell reservoir

The invasive species has already wreaked havoc in the Great Lakes and other regions.




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Chuck Leavell discusses 'Doom and Gloom'

The Rolling Stones keyboardist and MNN co-founder sheds light on the band's new single, which includes a reference to hydraulic fracturing, aka 'fracking.'



  • Arts & Culture

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These 3-D printed Martian dwellings are assembled with robot labor

Having conquered both the moon and Cupertino, Sir Norman Foster eyes the Red Planet.




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Jesse Metcalfe: Under the eco-influence

Jesse Metcalfe talks about his green-minded character on 'Dallas' and the loss of Larry Hagman.



  • Arts & Culture

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'Beautiful Creatures' actresses discuss eco-interests

Viola Davis and Emmy Rossum do their part.



  • Arts & Culture

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Eclipse glasses distributed to the homeless in Southern cities

Eclipse glasses distributed to the homeless, plus where to donate your old eclipse glasses if you don't plan on reusing them.




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Eyewitnesses to coal ash spill distrust TVA

Residents of Harriman, TN share their experiences during and since the billion gallon coal ash spill.




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Tennessee Valley Authority police arrest activist

Matt Jones was arrested by TVA police after driving home elderly residents from a community meeting discussing the coal ash spill.