world news Antarctic blue whales make 'unprecedented' comeback By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 28 Feb 2020 15:55:22 +0000 Endangered blue whales return to the sub-Antarctic island of South Georgia. Full Article Animals
world news Many salamanders and frogs glow in the dark. (We just didn't think to check) By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 28 Feb 2020 20:42:57 +0000 Many amphibians are biofluorescent and researchers have several ideas why the trait evolved. Full Article Animals
world news Red pandas are actually 2 separate species By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 02 Mar 2020 13:27:10 +0000 Genetic study finds endangered red pandas are actually 2 distinct species. Full Article Animals
world news Pesticides impair the brain development of baby bees By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 04 Mar 2020 20:16:24 +0000 Bumblebees exposed to neonicotinoids grow up with permanent brain damage. Full Article Animals
world news How long do chickens live? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 10 Mar 2020 21:25:26 +0000 A chicken could live anywhere from a few weeks to a very dog-like 12 years. Full Article Animals
world news Now we know the reason for the narwhal's tusk By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 20 Mar 2020 21:19:27 +0000 Narwhals use their tusks for a number of different tasks, but scientists think they've found the most important one. Full Article Animals
world news Anyone else raising baby chicks these days? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 31 Mar 2020 14:49:04 +0000 The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a nationwide surge in Americans purchasing baby chickens. Full Article Animals
world news 6 ways to improve your bond with your dog By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 31 Mar 2020 17:15:15 +0000 Want to have a more obedient and more affectionate dog? It all begins with how connected you are as a team. Full Article Animals
world news 9 mind-boggling dolphin facts By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 01 Apr 2020 15:23:16 +0000 Dolphins are smarter (and stranger) than you may realize! Here are several ways they are exceptional. Full Article Animals
world news American robins migrating 12 days earlier than they did 25 years ago By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 03 Apr 2020 12:32:15 +0000 The American robin, Turdus migratorius, is migrating earlier likely in response to changing environmental conditions. Full Article Animals
world news Deserted beaches are a boon to sea turtles during nesting season By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 03 Apr 2020 16:03:33 +0000 Conservationists are reporting improved nesting conditions because conditions are right and there's less pressure from tourism. Full Article Animals
world news All it took for these zoo pandas to mate was for humans to go away By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 08 Apr 2020 15:25:20 +0000 The zoo had been trying for 10 years to encourage pandas Ying Ying and Le Le to mate. All it took was a coronavirus lockdown. Full Article Animals
world news How to become a backyard naturalist right now By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 10 Apr 2020 14:56:33 +0000 Become a backyard naturalist by taking part in the City Nature Challenge. Full Article Animals
world news After a 240-year hiatus, white-tailed eagles are coming back to southern England By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 13 Apr 2020 20:37:14 +0000 A lot is riding on the wings of six baby sea eagles released on the Isle of Wight. They are pioneers of a project to bring the birds back to southern England. Full Article Animals
world news With humans in lockdown, animals flourish By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 14 Apr 2020 16:48:49 +0000 Wildlife may be making a comeback while humans stay home during the coronavirus lockdown. Full Article Animals
world news Sanctuary dog mourns his animal friends by staying by their side By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 14 Apr 2020 18:37:46 +0000 A 3-legged dog named Tricycle always mourns the loss of a friend at an animal sanctuary called Horse Creek Stable in Georgia.. Full Article Animals
world news Horses and dogs share universal play language By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 20 Apr 2020 15:56:20 +0000 Despite their size difference, horses and dogs understand and mimic each other when they play. Full Article Animals
world news The first gray wolf in more than 100 years may have returned to northern France By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 22 Apr 2020 19:53:21 +0000 A surveillance camera may have captured an image of the elusive European gray wolf. Full Article Animals
world news Whales are basking in newfound silence By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 27 Apr 2020 16:49:12 +0000 Whales are benefiting from quieter oceans as the coronavirus pandemic quiets down the normal noises. Full Article Animals
world news How to track migratory birds near you By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 01 May 2020 16:58:20 +0000 These websites can help you figure out which migratory birds will be coming through your area. Full Article Animals
world news Even 400,000 years ago, the loss of animal species took a toll on humans By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 04 May 2020 19:10:54 +0000 Prehistoric humans missed animals when they disappeared and even wondered how to get them back. Full Article Animals
world news What we know about the mysterious 'Tully Monster' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 16:49:30 +0000 It looks like nothing else ever seen on Earth, but the bizarre 'Tully Monster' is still waiting on a definitive classification. Full Article Animals
world news Behold, a sea of pink flamingos in Mumbai By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 17:38:02 +0000 Flamingos are making themselves comfortable in Mumbai, flocking there in greater numbers as humans are locked down. Full Article Animals
world news Garter snakes form surprisingly strong, human-like friendships By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 16:27:36 +0000 New research finds eastern garter snakes prefer to spend their time with their friends, just like humans do. Full Article Animals
world news Fisherman visits dolphin every day to make up for the missing tourists By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 18:16:28 +0000 Without humans visiting him, loneliness was starting to wear on this bottlenose dolphin. Full Article Animals
world news Acid rain solutions By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 06 Feb 2009 18:47:42 +0000 Explore a variety of solutions for acid rain. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
world news 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
world news What's behind the EPA's new clean air rule? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 08 Jul 2011 19:56:18 +0000 A new EPA rule is aimed at keeping people in the East from suffering the effects of pollution that comes from the West. Full Article Energy
world news Earth is having a bad acid trip, study finds By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 23 Sep 2011 19:29:22 +0000 Humanity's use of coal, metals and other natural resources is reportedly making the planet more acidic. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
world news Why cemeteries are a great place to track acid rain By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 28 Feb 2012 01:18:34 +0000 To a geologist, a gravestone can offer information other rocks can't. One project is using gravestones to better understand how the elements, particularly acid Full Article Climate & Weather
world news Air pollution now a top 10 disease health risk By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 03 Jan 2013 20:34:45 +0000 Air pollution from auto exhaust and other sources now poses one of the most serious health risks. Full Article Transportation
world news To save a cathedral, marinate in olive oil By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 14 Jan 2013 21:30:01 +0000 The limestone rock used to build cathedrals in northern England are vulnerable to acid rain. Full Article Arts & Culture
world news Do diamonds really come from coal? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 09 Dec 2013 16:47:34 +0000 Nope, Superman can't crush a piece of coal into a diamond. And neither can ordinary humans. We bust the common myth. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
world news Could this ancient relic still be the best way to heat your home? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 31 Jan 2019 13:13:01 +0000 Is there a winner in the eternal debate between radiant heat and forced air? Full Article Remodeling & Design
world news Designing toilet paper for quality and sustainability By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 31 Jan 2019 14:30:59 +0000 Aria toilet paper is 50% thicker & 3x stronger when wet than the leading recycled brand. It's also eco-friendly. Full Article At Home
world news Replenish: The Unsung 'R' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 31 Jan 2019 20:52:20 +0000 When it comes to sustainable living, you know about the three Rs: reduce, reuse, recycle. But how much do you know about the fourth R, replenish? Full Article At Home
world news Book opens the door to knowing and growing medicinal herbs By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 12 Feb 2019 15:12:25 +0000 If you're looking for a more natural way to treat ailments, you may want to start with a herb garden. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
world news How historic preservation saved Palm Springs By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 14 Feb 2019 13:13:05 +0000 A push to save and restore buildings is spurring tourism in Palm Springs, the quintessential California desert city. Full Article Remodeling & Design
world news 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
world news How to use succulents as outdoor annuals By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 16 Feb 2019 17:12:00 +0000 Succulents are affordable, low-maintenance and add a nice contrast to your flowers. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
world news Instant stress reducer: A minute of forest bathing By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 18 Feb 2019 17:42:13 +0000 Researchers have discovered that spending time in a forest — aka “forest bathing” — can do wonders for both mind and body. Full Article At Home
world news The Evolution of “Eco-Friendly” By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 20 Feb 2019 18:48:47 +0000 Eco-friendly products are growing up. Full Article At Home
world news Would you lease an Ikea bookcase? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 23 Feb 2019 14:11:34 +0000 To keep its products out of landfills and in the homes of customers for longer, Ikea tests out a furniture leasing program in Switzerland. Full Article At Home
world news 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
world news The Evolution of Eco-Friendly Products By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 28 Feb 2019 20:12:30 +0000 Today, eco-friendly products across all sectors have evolved. Full Article At Home
world news Live rent-free in Indiana's historic House of Tomorrow (on one condition) By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Mar 2019 13:24:33 +0000 Situated within Indiana Dunes National Park, the futuristic '30s-era dwelling requires a $2.5 million restoration to be paid for by a qualified leasee. Full Article Remodeling & Design
world news Why the kitchen is going the way of the sewing machine By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 18 Mar 2019 19:59:55 +0000 Food delivery services and high-tech appliances could be a boon for boomers, especially if kitchens disappear. Full Article At Home
world news Artists transform old Ikea furniture into 'wildhomes' for urban wildlife By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 25 Mar 2019 13:18:27 +0000 Birds, bees, bats and bees in one London park just got swank new digs courtesy of upcycled Ikea furniture. Full Article Remodeling & Design
world news The teeth of a Venus flytrap create a 'horrid prison' for its prey By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sun, 31 Mar 2019 12:43:05 +0000 The Venus flytrap uses its 'teeth' to keep medium-size prey trapped before they're eaten. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
world news I should have no business loving this smart light system, and yet ... By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 13 Apr 2019 16:02:34 +0000 The Nanoleaf Light Panels and Rhythm sensor is all fun, no business. Full Article Remodeling & Design