This summer's unprecedented melt for the icy white cap over Arctic waters appears to have come to a stop on Sunday, Sept. 16, setting a new record low for Arcti

Austria's Pasterze Glacier is quickly disappearing, but thanks to this giant, super-zoomable photo, at least you can see it up close before it's gone.

Scientists used computer models to predict how the glaciers would respond to future climate change, and the results were not reassuring.

Earth's global thaw has reached Mount Everest.

The world's glaciers lost 260 gigatons of water each year between 2003 and 2009, making them responsible for almost a third of sea-level rise.

Shrinking Arctic sea ice is shifting polar weather patterns, especially in fall and winter.

Scientists have gained insight into the cause of the global sea level rise with the discovery that warm ocean water is primarily melting the ice shelves.

Melting Arctic sea ice has contributed considerably more to warming at the top of the world than previously predicted by climate models.

New research proves that the Peruvian glacier is shrinking due to climate change.

Is Antarctic ice getting bigger or shrinking? Could the melting be caused by volcanoes? Get the answers to commonly asked questions.

Antarctica is a land of ice. But dive below the West Antarctic Ice Sheet, and you'll find fire as well, in the form of subglacial volcanoes.

Greenpeace was trying to film mountain scenery at Glacier National Park, but a curious marmot had other ideas.

The vast ice sheet covering Greenland could melt more quickly in the future than existing models predict.

These glacial gifts offer a glimpse into our prehistoric and cultural past.

Scientists have found that a red-colored algae blooming on glaciers and ice reduces albedo and leads to more warmth on the already-melting ice.

Massive UV-resistant blankets are designed to slow down the melt.

Researchers in Greenland are studying how warming glaciers relate to sea level rise around the world. They had a front-row seat to the Helheim glacier calving.

Humanity is not only moving too slowly in curbing CO2 emissions — we're moving the wrong direction.

These aerial images highlight the devastating effect global warming has on the arctic.

Convenient tollway and business drop-off points, plus health insurance stipends, attract a new group of local veggie eaters.

Think ahead to ensure that you're getting local foods for as much of the year as you can.

Dad will as usual be manning the grill, Father's Day or not, but you can make it special for him by sourcing the highest quality, healthiest meat.

Father's Day meals. Shrimp in a buttery marinade is a quick and simple Father’s Day treat.

Father's Day gift idea: homemade beer kit. If you're into alfresco imbibing, you probably spend a fair amount of time during the summer months frequenting local

Use beer to steam mussels and other ideas to try when you're making a meal for dad.

Don't waste money on an old-fashioned tie. And don't waste money on these gifts either.

A newly developed insulation from students at California State University could dramatically reduce the cost of air conditioning.

Solar Foods is set to unveil a fully sustainable, carbon-neutral food that can be produced anywhere.

What do a Nigerian shuttle service, an Indian job placement program, and a South African parent empowerment initiative have in common?

The developers of Mars rovers, the Hybrid X electric car, and a wastewater cleaning technique are also recognized in the magazine's annual Breakthrough Awards.

Once painfully uncompetitive, the U.S.-made automobile is clawing its way back with good-looking designs, attention to detail, and even respectable fuel economy

The North American International Auto Show is re-energized, and here are some of the high-voltage highlights.

Am I the only one who finds the interior design of cars just as compelling as the exterior?

Toyota partnered with Saatchi & Saatchi LA for its fun Prius c marketing campaign.

According to a new Consumer Reports survey, 37% of car buyers consider fuel efficiency first.

Austin's 'Chevy Volt Village' makes a handy political target, but in fact clean energy — and especially wind power — has been very, very good for Texas' ec

It's the company's first foray into electrics — a sporty hatchback A3 — and it's coming to the U.S. early next year.

Make your Mom a gift she will treasure forever with one of these handmade Mother's Day craft ideas.

For Japanese artist Baku Maeda, honoring the natural world means whipping out some scissors and cutting plants up into pixel-like square bits.

They may seem like a modern oddity, but arachnid decorations on Christmas trees are actually inspired by an old Ukrainian legend.

Studies show that complex and creative activities like knitting, cake decorating or crossword puzzles can create a non-medicinal, feel-good high.

Leave the premixed red stuff at the store. Here's a homemade nectar recipe that will keep the hummingbirds in your yard well-fed and happy.

The name Unicorn Spit isn't classy, but in the right hands the gel paint can turn furniture and cabinets into sophisticated works of art.

With DIY sunscreen recipes, you have no idea if you'll be protected from the sun's harmful rays.

Brighter Living with Jill Cordes: Fish is an important part of a healthy diet, but the levels of mercury found in some fish could be danger to your health.

Brighter Living with Jill Cordes: A handy website to help you stay active and fit.

Brighter Living with Jill Cordes: Could your home go solar? Find out.

Annual celestial event often produces large bright fireballs that scorch the night sky.

U.S. News & World Report gives top honor to the diet rich in vegetables, whole grains and other healthy foods.

Mike Wendland shares a website's tips for extreme jack-o-lantern carving.