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1,000 rescued mutts live the life at Costa Rica's 'Land of the Strays'

'The Land of the Strays' is a dog's paradise.




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Quokka selfies take the internet by storm (but not everyone thinks that's a good thing)

Due to their seemingly ever-smiling demeanor, these small marsupials are the perfect selfie buddies.




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19 of the strangest basalt column landscapes on Earth

Our planet has quite a knack for creating surreal natural landscapes. Case in point: Basalt rock columns.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Uncovering the mysterious origins of the mima mounds

Composed of loose sediment and averaging about 6 feet in height, the puzzling natural mounds are a surreal sight.




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Planet or not, you can't discount the extraordinary beauty of Pluto

A new study brings up an old argument about that weird definition of a planet.




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How to make the most of the season's shortest days

With the Earth's axis now tilting at 23.5 degrees, the northern hemisphere is at its farthest point from the sun.




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Synchronized fireflies gather for a 'rave' in the Great Smoky Mountains

Every June, the Elkmont Ghost Town in Great Smoky Mountains National Park lights up with the world's largest gathering of synchronous fireflies.




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The story behind kudzu, the vine that's still eating the South

These leafy figures may be fascinating, but their comical appearance belies a sobering ecological reality.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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What the heck is a tanuki? 8 things you didn't know about raccoon dogs

Native to East Asia, these frequently misrepresented animals are gentle creatures that serve as major icons in Japanese culture.




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Who needs fireworks when you have the stars?

Fireworks displays are nothing compared to the cosmic explosions and implosions that occur every moment across our universe.




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Celebrity pets: Furry friends of the rich and famous

Even celebrities need a non-human best friend. Here are a few glimpses of pets with their famous humans.




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Eat your way through American history with these vintage recipes

These recipes from previous centuries are just as delicious today as they were hundreds of years ago.




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How to make bone broth in the slow cooker

It's easy work to extract all the nutrients from the bones in a slow cooker, especially if you use one important ingredient.




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Make herb butter to preserve the last of your garden herbs

This DIY kitchen project couldn't be easier.




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The best way to cook a turkey, according to science

Grab your kitchen shears, a serrated knife and your muscles for a tender, evenly-browned turkey.




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There's an eggnog shortage? No problem

Record eggnog sales are causing some manufacturers to cry "Shortage!" We've seen this before, and we know what to do.




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Why the Instant Pot is great for a cozy weekend (plus recipes)

The electric pressure cooker is taking home cooks by storm, and it's good for creating hot meals quickly on a cold day.




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Slow Cooker Southern Pulled Pork with Coleslaw

Cajun spices and a vinegar-based coleslaw put a little zing in this pulled pork recipe that's delicious with or without barbecue sauce.




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How to peel hard-boiled eggs by shaking them

You can quickly peel several hard-boiled eggs at once using this simply shaking method.




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7 Christmas cookie bars for the too-busy cook

A pan of batter goes into the oven, a batch of cookie bars comes out.




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Saving authentic recipes, one video at a time

These YouTube channels are dedicated to preserving culinary culture.




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7 amazing soups for soup weather

When it's cold outside or you don't feel well, it's the perfect time for soup. Here are several recipes to try.




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If you have preserves in the pantry, you need 'The Food in Jars Kitchen'

Marisa McClellan's latest recipe book, "The Food in Jars Kitchen," shows people how to use what's already in their pantry.




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Try these modern twists on classic party mix

Whether you know it as party mix, Chex Mix or puppy chow, this mid-century Midwestern party staple is here to stay.




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Could this ancient relic still be the best way to heat your home?

Is there a winner in the eternal debate between radiant heat and forced air?



  • Remodeling & Design

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Replenish: The Unsung 'R'

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?




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Book opens the door to knowing and growing medicinal herbs

If you're looking for a more natural way to treat ailments, you may want to start with a herb garden.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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The Evolution of “Eco-Friendly”

Eco-friendly products are growing up.




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The Evolution of Eco-Friendly Products

Today, eco-friendly products across all sectors have evolved.




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Why the kitchen is going the way of the sewing machine

Food delivery services and high-tech appliances could be a boon for boomers, especially if kitchens disappear.




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The teeth of a Venus flytrap create a 'horrid prison' for its prey

The Venus flytrap uses its 'teeth' to keep medium-size prey trapped before they're eaten.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Notre Dame rooftop bees appear to have survived the fire

Drone footage shows the Notre Dame beehives appear to be intact, and at least some bees are still alive.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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The bitter legal battle behind Georgia's sweet Vidalia onion

Everything you need to know about the Vidalia onion, one of Georgia's most popular exports.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Atlanta to Appalachia: Meet the quirky neighbors who keep my life interesting

From spraying coyote urine to mourning the passing of a horse, I'm learning to be part of this community.




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Why the future of housing should be multifamily and multigenerational

To solve our housing crisis and build homes for aging boomers where they want them, we have to loosen up our concept of neighborhood.



  • Remodeling & Design

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Why cohousing could be the answer for aging baby boomers

Cohousing isn't just a place to live, it's an intentional community.




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Beware of yellow jacket nests the size of cars

Experts warn that Alabama is facing an outbreak of yellow jacket super nests, and it's connected to climate change.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Floating dairy farm debuts in the Netherlands

The Port of Rotterdam is home to the first urban agriculture operation that yields fresh milk, yogurt and cheese.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Millennials want houses, but they don't want what boomers are selling

There's an "imbalance in the housing market" — young buyers want modern designs, open plans and walkable communities but that's not what boomers are selling.



  • Remodeling & Design

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Explore the wide and wonderful world of epiphytes

Epiphytic plants encompasses an enormous range of plants that grow on top of others, acquiring their nutrients through all sorts of nifty and unusual ways.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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​How biomass helps farmers make the most of 'waste wood'

The leftover wood that tree farms, orchards and other agriculture operations often end up with is now offering new value as a source of biomass energy.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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More millennials are moving in with their boomer parents

Building codes and zoning bylaws should make it easier for more people to do it.



  • Remodeling & Design

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There's a new apple in town

After 20 years in development, the Cosmic Crisp apple just hit stores.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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7 of the best plants to give as gifts

These are the plants you can give for all kinds of spaces — and all kinds of people.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Minnesota will pay homeowners to make their lawns bee-friendly

A Minnesota spending plan will pay homeowners to transform their lawns into bee-friendly habitats.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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These award-winning photos capture the drama of nature

International Garden Photographer of the Year competition honors best garden, flower and plant images.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Urban farms are thriving amid the pandemic

The number of people growing their own food at home or forging a relationship with local farmers has surged during the COVID-19 pandemic.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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The Blog Spot: Breaking barriers to insurance

As Biba focuses on improving access to insurance in its manifesto, commissioning editor Laurence Eastham considers where changes will occur in 2020.




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Blog: How does the SM&CR approach misconduct?

Nick Wilcox and Rolleen McDonnell of law firm BDBF examine where brokers may fall foul of the latest regulation to hit intermediaries.




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The uninsured risk

Renovations and extensions may add thousands to a house’s value, but they might not be covered by existing insurance, explains Tim Slattery