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Benzene and sperm health

Study links benzene exposure to sperm abnormality.




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What is synesthesia and what's it like to have it?

Synesthetes can taste sounds, smell colors or see scents, and research proves these people experience reality differently.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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How moonlight affects animals and plants

The light from the moon influences more than you might suspect, including animal behavior and farming.




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Plastic Bank: How to solve the plastic pollution problem and poverty at the same time

We all know there's too much plastic making its way into the environment; here's an innovative solution to a seemingly intractable problem.




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As Jamaican islands face threat, photographer snaps into action

Will one conservation photographer's images be enough to save an important protected area from development?




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Feeding the World Demands Change from Farm to Fork

How to help provide people on every continent with food that is safe, affordable, and sustainable for people and planet.




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Truly local (and sustainable) craft beer from Empire Brewing Company

The brewery in New York state uses local energy, grows its own ingredients, composts – and even more.




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Innovation center topples the traditional school model and hones teen creativity in the process

At NuVu, students solve complex problems by focusing on imagination and constructive feedback.




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With a focus on sustainability and the future, Walmart enhances the way it does business

Collaboration is the key as Walmart works with some of the world's largest corporations to address global sustainability challenges.




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From hunters to protectors: The Lion Guardians and a story of changing perceptions

Conservation group Lion Guardians has helped East Africa’s Masai tribesmen bring back the big cats and better their own lives.




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Scottish diver and conservationist named Goldman hero

Howard Wood wins Goldman Environmental Prize for his work to save marine ecosystems from damaging commercial fishing practices.




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Shane Burcaw transcends hardship through humor (and he thinks you can do the same)

Wheelchair-bound author Shane Burcaw started writing funny stories about living with a neuromuscular disease and inspired a movement.




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Entrepreneur turns sandals into fresh water (and it's not a magic trick)

How one U.S. businessman is using his startup to bring clean water and hope to drought-stricken Kenyan communities.




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What's wrong with eating hot dogs, lunch meat and bacon?

Packed full of unhealthy nitrates, processed meats like hot dogs and bacon harbor health risks you should know about.




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Why we snore (and how to solve it)

It could be sleep apnea or allergies causing that horrific sound.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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How the Bio Revolution could transform the competitive landscape

The disruption ahead extends well beyond healthcare. Are you prepared?




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Aerospace and defense spending: What will be the next normal?

Defense budgets might be stable now, but governments may reduce spending in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic.



  • Aerospace & Defense Insights

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I tried 5 food-based face masks, and here's how they worked for me

Ditch pricey, over-the-counter face creams for DIY masks that use ingredients you already have in your pantry.



  • Natural Beauty & Fashion

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How can I find mold in my home and what do I do about it?

This is how you can detect mold in your home and what to do about it.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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What is a natural gas vehicle and what does CNG mean?

Learn more about Natural Gas vehicles and what makes CNG's unique.




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How can I cut back on the cost and impact of my commute?

Vanessa explains how to cut back on the waste of commuting.




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What is ocean acidification, and why does it matter?

Carbon dioxide emissions are making the ocean more acidic. The lower pH level inhibits the ability of many marine plants and animals to build their shells and s



  • Climate & Weather

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Is your kid's lemonade stand legal?

Odds are, your kid's lemonade stand is illegal in most states. But Texas and Utah have changed their laws with a more common sense approach.




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This very good grandson is road-tripping with his grandma to all the national parks

With the help of her grandson, Grandma Joy is camping and seeing the mountains on their quest to visit all the national parks.




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Volunteer for National Public Lands Day

Support your favorite national park, forest or preserve by volunteering or visiting on National Public Lands Day.




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5 recipes for homemade baby food (and why you should make your own)

Making baby food at home is easier & more important than you think. Here are 5 homemade baby food recipes.



  • Babies & Pregnancy

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Crazy for Coconuts: Ford and The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company Research Using Coconut Fibers in Vehicles

Crazy for Coconuts: Ford and The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company Research Using Coconut Fibers in Vehicles



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Bone meal and blood meal enrich soil naturally in organic gardens

Organic gardening brings benefits to both you and the plant



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Preserve Your Garden Harvest: How to Dry Fruit, Vegetables and Herbs

Learn how to savor the fruits of your labor year-round with easy food drying techniques including dehydrators, sun-drying and oven-drying.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Home Canning Preserves Your Home-Grown Fruits and Vegetables

Save money and reduce waste from your garden by canning fruits and vegetables.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Festive Plants Bring Holiday Cheer, Indoors and Out

Decorate both the interior and exterior of your home with live plants and accents from the garden, like evergreens and acorns, for a festive holiday atmosphere.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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New Zealand opens Paparoa Track, first new 'Great Walk' in 25 years

New Zealand opened its 10th Great Walk called Paparoa Track, a 3-day, 34-mile hike across beautiful terrain.




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Take a visual tour through England's Lake District National Park

England's Lake District National Park, the U.K.'s most popular national park, offers unforgettable hikes and views.




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Why approaching comet ATLAS is so bright (and how you can see it)

The celestial object C/2019 Y4 or ATLAS may be visible to the naked eye by May. It was only just discovered in 2019.




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How moon mining could transform the economy and space travel

The moon is surprisingly rich in water, nuclear fuel and rare metals, which is why humans are interested in mining it.




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Why kids should work (and 10 ideas for jobs)

Life is expensive, and kids will learn important life lessons from earning and saving their own money.




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6 ways to clear physical and mental clutter

Clutter causes stress on many levels. For families feeling the need to create more space — mental, physical, emotional — here are 6 suggestions.




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Why free play matters and how to encourage it

Parents may feel the need to protect and schedule, but experts say our kids learn more when we get out of the way as they play.




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Why do we eat more when we're with our friends and family?

It's not just that your mom encourages second helpings. Studies show that a phenomenon called "social facilitation" is one factor in why we overeat with others.




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Alternative nut butters are spreading far and wide

Predicted to be a hot trend in 2020, the rise of everything butters and spreads has only just begun.




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Why you should consider eating the whole banana — skin and all

When we throw away banana peels, we throw away a lot of health benefits.




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How and why you should cook with bitters

While mandatory in drinks like the Sazerac and Manhattan, the aromatic, herbal flavoring agent isn't just for cocktails.




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Georgia preschool wins farm stand fight

Leaders listen to rally cry to save kids' veggie stand in Clayton County.




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The greasiest candle on the market

The FURTHER Candle is made from purified restaurant grease waste. Does it smell like onion rings? You wish...




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VW pushes eco-diesels -- and reaches out to American soccer moms

Volkswagen is trying to convince Americans that its TDI diesels are as environmentally friendly as hybrids, and it's using sports marketing to get the message a




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Forget electric vehicles: Here come the 50-mpg gas and diesel cars

Electric cars get all the love and the federal money, say diesel and turbo advocates — and they want a level playing field.




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Student entrepreneurs help heat Rhode Island homes

Cassandra Lin and her classmates provided enough biodiesel to heat 210 homes in Westerly, Rhode Island.



  • Sustainable Business Practices

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Rhode Island teen honored for biodiesel project

Fifteen-year-old Cassandra Lin is changing her community, her state, and her world, one pot of grease at a time.




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Washington to take on several environmental and energy issues

While cap and trade and the Gulf Oil Spill dominate headlines, congress is taking on issues ranging from Asian Carp to jobs in National Parks.




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Carp czar talks about poisoning and underwater electric fences

Obama's new man on Asian carp talks about his plans to eradicate the species.