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Plastic garbage in the ocean is mysteriously disappearing

A vast amount of the plastic garbage littering the surface of the ocean may be disappearing, a new study suggests.



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Where has all the plastic pollution gone in the Indian Ocean?

The Indian Ocean is the world's biggest plastic dumping ground, but some of it is leaking elsewhere.



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Fighting fine lines? Glycation may be the culprit

Sweets can exacerbate skin aging and wrinkles, research shows.



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Insect 'extinction event' will transform nature

More than 40% of the world's insect species are threatened with extinction, and their loss could upend nature as we know it.




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Desire paths: The unsanctioned shortcuts crisscrossing public spaces

Spontaneous by nature, desire paths are the most optimal way to get from point A to B as decided by pedestrians, not planners.




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A Kenyan monk who gave away most of his earnings just won a $1 million teaching prize

Peter Tabichi, a teacher in remote Kenya who has been giving most of his salary to the poor, became the first African to win the Global Teacher Prize.




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3 questions to ask before you buy anything

Before you buy something new, consider whether you need it and where the old one will end up.




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Social connections, especially over food, are good for the body and soul

A new study from social scientists explores how our relationships with people can affect our longevity and physical health.




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This restaurant takes its Nicest Place in America honor seriously

Yassin's Falafel House, a refugee-owned business in Tennessee, keeps that honor top of mind by always giving back to the community.




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The Foodee food scanner raises more questions than it answers

Our food system is broken and a smart scanner is not going to fix it.



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Invention could make produce last longer — and really put a dent in food waste

But what is lost when picked produce doesn't ripen for weeks or months?




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Gala topples Red Delicious in apple standings

The Red Delicious is falling from grace, as the Gala apples takes the top spot for production of U.S. apples.




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How to eat passion fruit

Passion fruit can be made sweet or savory, used as an ingredient in a dessert or a main dish, and even juiced. Here's how to pick, cut and eat passion fruit.




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Ford Fusion named 2013 Green Car of the Year

The 2013 Ford Fusion was named the Green Car Journal’s Green Car of the Year at Los Angeles Auto Show.




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The world's largest collection of tiny micro-cars is for sale

micro car auction in georgia




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Student invents ion thruster that breaks NASA's fuel efficiency record

Mars and back on a tank of fuel? Ion drive could revolutionize space travel.




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Cheap gas translates into dumb car-buying decisions

Going for the guzzlers when oil prices are cyclical simply isn't smart.




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Pulling back the curtain on Cuba's emission problem

Trade embargoes have kept Cuba's cars stuck in the '60s, complete with pitch-black diesel and nasty hydrocarbons.




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Abraham Lincoln was a champion of U.S. science

Abraham Lincoln helped the country become the scientific and engineering powerhouse we know today, says Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson.




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Strong social connections linked to better health

A lack of social connection may have a negative impact on your physical health, new research suggests.



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11 space missions to watch in 2016

From measuring our oceans to studying Jupiter, we'll learn more about space in 2016.




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When it comes to biodiversity, Alabama's Fern Cave is an under-the-radar hot spot

Fern Cave hosts a wealth of species, including the largest colony in the world of endangered gray bats and many other species.



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Border wall construction begins in Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument

The federally protected and UNESCO-recognized wilderness area is front and center as work on the border wall between the U.S. and Mexico continues.



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Your unlimited caffeine consumption might be in jeopardy

The FDA is investigating potentially regulating added caffeine.




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May cause serious skin reactions: Acetaminophen's new warning

The FDA said that the pain reliever can cause rashes, blisters and widespread damage to the skin's surface in rare cases.



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Caution urged with two new weight-loss drugs

People should be cautions about using two new weight-loss drugs because it's not clear whether they increase the risk for heart problems.



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FDA proposes new nutrition labels for food

New labels would focus on sugar and calories and reflect a realistic serving size for the American diet.




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Michelle Obama unveils nutrition label of the future

The FDA is opening up public comments for reaction to two possible nutrition labels. One will replace the label we’ve been looking at for 20 years.




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FDA can ignore taking action on overuse of antibiotics in livestock if it wants, says court

Even if the FDA knows something is harmful, it seems no one can make them do anything about it.




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FDA suggests allowing blood donations by gay men — but of course there's a catch

Advocacy groups call the new recommendation arbitrary and discriminatory.




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FDA approves GMO salmon for consumption

Genetically modified salmon will now be sold in stores and restaurants, and it doesn't have to be labeled.




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What's new about the new nutrition label?

The iconic look of the nutrition label remains, but some of the information has changed.




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Don't hold your breath if you're waiting for the new nutrition labels

The new nutrition labels would have updated serving sizes and identified added sugars, but the FDA has put an indefinite hold on them.




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Hundreds of people 'pay it forward' at a single Starbucks location

At a single Starbuck location, a whooping 378 people bought coffee for the person behind them.




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2015 food trend predictions: Ugly, smokey and smelly

But don't be put off by the headline: I'm excited about what I'm hearing about what's coming next year.




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McDonald's chicken will soon be antibiotic-free

The fast-food chain will source chicken that hasn't been given unnecessary antibiotics, and will also offer hormone-free milk.




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Historic Taco Bell store evades demolition by taking brief road trip

Like the space shuttle Endeavour but cheesier, Taco Bell 'Numero Uno' relocates from its original Southern California home.



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5 fine-dining options in national parks

These restaurants offer gourmet food, regional specialties and a reason to change out of your hiking boots.




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Organic, biodynamic wine for dynamic Dad

If your dad enjoys a draught of red wine with his joint of charred beef, feel virtuous in indulging him this Father's Day.




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Zhena's green tea: A fragrant biodynamic brew

For biodynamic goodness full of organic fruity flavor, try Zhena's Gypsy Tea's new line of good-for-you green teas.



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Organic vs. biodynamic wine

Which label, USDA certified-organic or Demeter USA certified-biodynamic, indicates the better bottle?




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Biodynamic wine: Not just for hippies

Many people still don't know what biodynamic means, but wines grown biodynamically are popular with the experts.



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Heard of biodynamic farming?

Biodynamics is often misunderstood. This short video gives some basic facts.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Wines: A biodynamic Carmenere from Lapostolle

If you've never tried a Carmenere before, Lapostolle’s Alexandre Cuvee Carmenere would be a great bottle to start with.




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James Cameron shows off his biodynamic farm

Director and wife Suzy Amis also reveal that they went vegan after watching the documentary 'Forks Over Knives.'



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Avignonesi Vino Nobile: A biodynamic 100% Sangiovese wine

From the Montepulciano region of Italy comes a rich, spicy wine from Italy’s largest winery, which is embracing biodynamic practices.




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Biodynamic gardening takes holistic approach to the soil

Method creates a healthy system of plants, animals and soil while considering celestial effects on life.



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Does bottled water need an expiration date?

Your water won't 'go bad' after that date, but there are good reasons it's on the bottle.




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Do you know what these food certification labels mean?

Non-GMO. Organic. Fair trade. You see these labels on all kinds of products, but do you know what they mean? Take this quiz to find out.




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Scientists want to put seaweed in your burgers to make them more nutritious

Would you eat meat infused with seaweed? Scientists want to put it in your hot dogs and burgers.