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How did our periods get so full of plastic?

Years of marketing 'shame' to women led to the health and pollution crises we currently face.




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Elementary students in Georgia will soon learn about farming

Described as a "huge missing piece" in public education, new agriculture classes will teach kids how connected our lives are to the land.




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European Bison free to remain in the wild after court decision

Ruling protects the organization behind a unique project to re-establish European bison in the wild




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Offices for the Architects Association for Northern Portugal are a wonderful mix of old and new

A minimalist and discreet addition to some exuberant older houses.




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Show moms around the world some love by choosing Fairtrade for Mother's Day

As you spoil mom on Mother's Day, amplify your appreciation by opting for Fairtrade products that will turn the day into something even more meaningful.




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Seattle Chocolates: Decadent flavors from ethically-sourced ingredients, now feeding the hungry

This woman-owned business is making some of the best chocolates on the planet, using Rainforest Alliance certified cocoa to craft a line of luxurious truffles and bars.




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World Cup teams won't be using these soccer balls found washed up on beaches

The World Cup is starting: here's a football they won't be wanting.




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Disorder is the theme of this year's Prix Pictet Photo Competition

Bees, ivory poaching, and war are amongst the themes portrayed in this year's shortlist.




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Chelsea Flower Show is blossoming with new ideas and new designers

Change is growing this year with more women designers and lots of glorious blue flowers.




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FREITAG introduces S.W.A.P – a sort of Tinder for bags

I am not convinced this can work but I will give it a try.




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Smart modern milk box could solve the problem of porch pirates

The Danby Parcel Guard reduces the waste of stolen packages and multiple deliveries.




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Build your own face mask and shield from a soda bottle

Industrial designer Mark Sanders shows us all how.




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Banana-destroying fungus has arrived in South America

Colombia has declared a state of emergency following discovery of Panama disease Tropical Race 4.




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I AM. Yoga Mat Bag Weaves Function, Style and Social Change

I love any yoga accessory that positively integrates the law of karma.




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10 reasons why thrift stores are awesome

It's cheap, funky, and recycled. You really can't go wrong with second-hand shopping.




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'Time flies as nature cries' and other lessons from Chainsaw Sculptures

A curious fund raiser unleashes chainsaws in the name of conservation.




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Danger Maps crowd-sources environmental contamination in China

A new website aims to gather data on pollution in China.




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Best of Inhabitat: Interview With Metropol Parasol Architect Juergen Mayer H.

If you've been following the world of architecture, you've probably feasted your eyes on the Metropol Parasol, which has been one of the most popular and talked about structures of 2011. Currently the world's largest wooden structure, the Parasol's




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Best of Inhabitat: Solar Decathlon 2011

The competition between the hottest solar homes in the nation at the 2011 Solar Decathlon in Washington, DC has been heating up all week and the winners will finally be announced tomorrow. Green design experts will be judging these student-built houses




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It's International Bath Day, when we ask why bathtubs are so bad

They have not changed much since Archimedes' time.




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Bio-solar panel runs on bacteria power

The technology is still in the beginning stages, but the potential is great.




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You don't need to shower so much

What we define as 'clean' may not be so great for our bodies. Here's why we should rethink our approach to personal hygiene.




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On soap-free living

Most people are horrified to hear that Jackie Hong hasn't used soap in 7 years, but she might be the smart one.




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Are Dyson hand dryers the world's worst design object?

Architecture critic Mark Lamster thinks so.




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Words matter: When does someone die, and when is someone killed?

It seems that when there is a car involved, it's the former rather than the latter.




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City declares climate emergency, actually means it and does something

Bristol's airport expansion gets cancelled in a shocking act of doing something meaningful to go carbon neutral.




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CES 2012: 2nd Solutions Spares Corporate Cell Phones from Certain Death

Salvaging old IT from corporations can mean big business, and a way to keep cell phones out of landfills.




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CES 2012: 3 Examples of Sony's Mantra, "Do More With Less"

Sony's environmental focus is fairly simple. In fact, it's the very definition of simple. And we like it.




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CES 2013: Powerful Solar Generator Launched by Goal Zero

The Yeti 150 is the latest from Goal Zero, and offers a powerful solution for emergency and off-grid charging.




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Coming soon: the Robomart, a self driving vegetable bin

Silicon Valley keeps thinking up fresh new ways to clog our roads, kill jobs and destroy main streets




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10 Grilling Tips For a Delicious, Healthier Summer Barbecue Season

With barbecue season in full swing, the benefits of using your grill are nearly endless: The meals you can make are delicious, healthy, and guaranteed to keep your kitchen cooler than using your oven.But even slow food grill dinners, be they evenings al




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When it comes to cycle accessories, the wurst is yet to come with the Backbrat

German designer creates a convenient and light barbeque for your bike.




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How to make a seriously awesome veggie burger

Who needs meat when you pack this much flavor and texture into a bean or lentil patty?




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Former Residents of Huronia, Rideau, and Southwestern Regional Centres Could Receive Compensation from Class Action Settlements - Settlement Overview Video

Settlement Overview Video. If you lived at Huronia, Rideau, or Southwestern Regional Centres, you may be eligible to make a claim.







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CrissCross Expands Representative Payee Services to Serve as a National Resource for Qualified Beneficiaries - CrissCross Representative Payee Services

CrissCross Representative Payee Services




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El Departamento del Tesoro y el Departamento de Vivienda y Desarrollo Urbano de los Estados Unidos lanzan con el Ad Council nuevos anuncios de servicio público para ayudar a los propietarios de viviendas en dificultades - Esto es el por que :60

Esto es el por que :60





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Nexity conjoncture logement - 9m 2014: Un marché fragile soutenu par les ventes en bloc - NEXITY CONJONCTURE LOGEMENT - DATA MARCHE ET CHIFFRES NEXITY

NEXITY CONJONCTURE LOGEMENT - DATA MARCHE ET CHIFFRES NEXITY




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November Marks National Pet Cancer Awareness Month - Associates at VPI share their stories in honor of National Pet Cancer Awareness Month. [...]

Associates at VPI share their stories in honor of National Pet Cancer Awareness Month. Find out how you can help #CurePetCancer, visit www.CurePetCancer.com





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Rules are Changing for Corporate Reputation Management, According to Sodexo 2015 Workplace Trends Report - 2015 Sodexo Workplace Trends Overview

2015 Sodexo Workplace Trends Overview







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Trusting Their Plan and Each Other, Family Faces Down Daunting Cost of Care for Son with Special Needs - “Trust” – The Vollmert Family Story

Trust is critical, especially for a person with autism and their family. Meet the Vollmert family and get a sense of how they approach daily life and planning for a financially secure future with their autistic son, Scott. Learn more: http://u.nm.com/1AQBAsN




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Cérémonie de remise du Prix Happy City : AG2R LA MONDIALE, Nexity, Sodexo et SUEZ environnement récompensent les meilleures initiatives en faveur du bien-être citoyen - Interview Jean Jouzel, Président du jury

Interview Jean Jouzel, Président du jury




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61% of Mobile Workers Trust Their Employer to Keep Personal Information Private on Their Mobile Devices - What can employers see on smartphones

Smartphones hold increasing amounts of sensitive personal data, so every device is now a mixed-use device. As a result, businesses must protect employee privacy as fiercely as corporate security.