ri Recipe: Strawberry Basil Sangria By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 18 Dec 2012 16:41:21 +0000 Unlike many sangrias, this one is designed to showcase the wine, not cover it up. Full Article Beverages
ri Absurd Korean pop hit 'Gangnam Style' actually a subversive critique of consumerism By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 28 Dec 2012 22:43:52 +0000 Could we be witnessing Korean pop's plunge into the cultural criticism arena? Full Article Arts & Culture
ri Love your stuff: Material possessions aren't evil By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 14 Jan 2013 19:31:58 +0000 It's time to cultivate a true appreciation for what we have. Full Article Responsible Living
ri Try a weekday vegetarian diet By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 14 Jan 2013 22:26:57 +0000 Get healthier by focusing on vegetable-based dishes Monday through Friday and eating meat only on the weekends. Full Article Healthy Eating
ri Artist carves vintage books into astoundingly intricate 3-D sculptures By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 17 Jan 2013 18:38:58 +0000 Guy Laramee's work speaks to the 'erosion of cultures' and our over-reliance on analytical knowledge, symbolized by the book. Full Article Arts & Culture
ri Kids in England raise money to add solar power to African classrooms By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 18 Jan 2013 19:59:00 +0000 Working with the nonprofit Solar Aid, students earn enough to bring electric light to a school in Kenya Full Article Leaderboard
ri Guerrilla tree sculptor takes over U.K. town By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 26 Feb 2013 22:58:25 +0000 The wooded area around the UK town of Knaresborough, North Yorkshire has fallen pray to some amazing guerrilla art. Full Article Arts & Culture
ri Man doing charity bike ride across Canada has bike stolen in Winnipeg (but he's not giving up!) By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 12 Jul 2013 19:53:48 +0000 Anas Cheema, a 22-year-old economics student at the University of Victoria, decided to dedicate his summer. Full Article Arts & Culture
ri Don't underestimate the carbon-capturing power of the most basic backyard By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 13 Mar 2018 13:53:10 +0000 Research conducted in Madison, Wisconsin, finds soil in developed residential landscapes is better at absorbing CO2 than forests. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
ri Methane-hunting satellite aims to expose industrial leaks By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 18 Apr 2018 13:48:24 +0000 The Environmental Defense Fund is developing a satellite that will regularly monitor 50 major oil and gas regions for methane leaks. Full Article Climate & Weather
ri April Fools: Tearing down mountains for coal By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 01 Apr 2009 21:24:08 +0000 The industry funded National Coalition on Mountaintop Mining is no joke. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
ri Standing room only Senate hearing on MTR By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 29 Jun 2009 21:04:06 +0000 Appalachian residents witness to the atrocities of mountaintop removal as S. 696 hits the Senate. Full Article Research & Innovations
ri America's Most Endangered Mountains By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sun, 29 Nov 2009 20:56:53 +0000 A new YouTube integrated map lets Appalachian communities speak out on mountaintop coal mining. Full Article Computers
ri I wish these were April Fools' Day jokes By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 01 Apr 2010 14:05:33 +0000 Do they really blast the tops off of mountains to get at cheaper coal? Do they really kill whales and dolphins and call it "research". Sarah Palin on the Discov Full Article Wilderness & Resources
ri Photos: Historic coal town faces modern-day threat By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 21 Apr 2012 14:03:38 +0000 Mountaintop removal mining has destroyed hundreds of mountain peaks and at least 1,200 miles of streams in the Appalachians, and remains a hotly contested issue Full Article Wilderness & Resources
ri Potomac tops list of 'endangered rivers' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 15 May 2012 20:07:43 +0000 The Washington, D.C., river epitomizes the ecological dangers that plague many U.S waterways, according to a national environmental group. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
ri Florida Everglades fire spreads to 32,000 acres By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 26 Jun 2019 19:27:54 +0000 The wildfire in the Florida Everglades has spread to 32,000 acres, and officials are using all the resources they can to contain it. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
ri Sprint's in-store phone buyback program By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 23 Feb 2010 17:17:46 +0000 Sprint customers can get instant credit on their phone bills by recycling old phones at local stores. Full Article Natural Beauty & Fashion
ri Green ways to get rid of cellphones and chargers By www.networx.com Published On :: Thu, 30 Aug 2012 14:49:21 +0000 Resist the urge to throw away your old gadgets. Here's how to recycle, donate and sell. Full Article Gadgets & Electronics
ri Pee power: Charge your phone with urine By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 19 Jul 2013 00:58:46 +0000 Gross or practical? Soon you may be able to charge your phone by plugging it into the urinal. Full Article Gadgets & Electronics
ri Eco-friendly home guide By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 27 Aug 2010 15:37:32 +0000 Taking a whole-house approach to saving energy ensures that dollars you invest to save energy are spent wisely. Here are some money saving tips. Full Article Remodeling & Design
ri An eco-home with one serious staircase By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 08 Sep 2010 20:40:48 +0000 A passive solar home in Japan boasts various energy-saving features and a sloping, stair-clad roof that doubles as hangout area/lounge for (hopefully well-behav Full Article Remodeling & Design
ri Michael Pollan: Healthcare crisis By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 14 Apr 2009 20:06:15 +0000 Michael Pollan explains how healthcare costs are increasing while the amount of money people spend on good food is decreasing and suggests a change. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
ri Michael Pollan: Polycultures: A step in the right direction By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 14 Apr 2009 20:39:36 +0000 Michael Pollan explains how a variety of plants and animals make for healthy farms, which make for healthy people. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
ri Here's wishing you a rotten Christmas By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 21 Dec 2010 13:58:58 +0000 Fun holiday question: What foods on your holiday menu will eventually rot? Full Article Healthy Eating
ri Organic food advocates weigh in on the recent organics-aren’t-more-nutritious report By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 07 Sep 2012 13:17:53 +0000 A report issued earlier this week caused quite a stir in the organic food world. See what some respected organic food advocates are saying about it. Full Article Healthy Eating
ri Michael Pollan brings 'In Defense of Food' to PBS By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 29 Dec 2015 13:42:58 +0000 Pollan's best-selling book 'In Defense of Food' answered the question, 'What should I eat?' Now the book is a documentary, airing on PBS Dec. 30. Full Article Healthy Eating
ri Holiday spirits By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 02 Dec 2006 03:37:18 +0000 Vodka, the top-selling spirit in the nation, is one of the first to go green. Full Article Healthy Eating
ri How to plan an eco-friendly Super Bowl party By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 21 Jan 2009 21:20:43 +0000 Video: Join Danielle V as she plans an eco-friendly and socially conscious Super Bowl party. Full Article Beverages
ri Friday food news roundup 1/30/2009 By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 30 Jan 2009 19:06:54 +0000 Food news from around the web for your weekend reading Full Article Lifestyle
ri Eco-fun for Memorial Day By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 20 May 2009 18:00:02 +0000 Celebrate the summer kick-off with a picnic that's easy on the planet. Full Article Family Activities
ri 5 ways to be an eco-friendly host By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 19 Nov 2009 09:59:59 +0000 This holiday season, green your home (and maybe your guests) with these five tips to boost your eco-hospitality. Full Article Healthy Spaces
ri Go greener with your holiday spirits By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 07 Dec 2009 16:14:10 +0000 We've got lots of choices for eco-friendly wine, beer and spirits this holiday season. Full Article Beverages
ri An eco-wristlet for eco-clubbing By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 14 Apr 2010 07:04:31 +0000 Upcycled seatbelts make for a fashionable clubbing accessory. But will your snazzy smart phone fit into the thing? Full Article Natural Beauty & Fashion
ri Red, white and booze: 11 eco-friendly drinking accessories By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Jul 2011 20:30:07 +0000 With a major summertime 'drinking holiday' just around the bend, make sure that you have a few libation-related odds and ends on hand for when your thirsty part Full Article At Home
ri How to reduce waste during a Super Bowl party By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 28 Jan 2015 19:53:56 +0000 You may feel overwhelmed with planning lots of food and buying decorations. We have simple tips to help minimize your waste at the end of the big game. Full Article Responsible Living
ri Bark beetles' own bug songs drive them crazy By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 10 Feb 2010 04:29:01 +0000 Bark beetles that are ravaging Arizona's forests can be deterred by their own 'music,' according to new research. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
ri Daily Briefing: Mon. 11/8/2010 By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 08 Nov 2010 15:14:00 +0000 Grizzlies becoming unbearable, oil kills Gulf coral, GOP sparks power struggle, and more. Full Article Green News Roundup
ri National park pass for seniors to get price hike By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 24 Aug 2017 14:36:48 +0000 You have until Aug. 28 to get your lifetime National Park Service senior pass at the lower rate of $10. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
ri America's 9 most at-risk open urban spaces By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 23 Oct 2017 13:22:28 +0000 It's 'open season on open space,' according to The Cultural Landscape Foundation's 2017 'Landslide' report. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
ri Why Hawaii's hot lava is so awe-inspiring By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 22 Feb 2018 20:45:57 +0000 I hiked to see flowing lava in Hawai‘i. Now I can't shut up about it. Full Article Travel
ri The best solo hikes in North America By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 24 May 2018 13:32:00 +0000 Some trails are more attractive for solo treks because of their blend of solitude and safety. Full Article Travel
ri Shinrin-yoku: A deep dive into forest bathing By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sun, 10 Jun 2018 14:25:23 +0000 If you're looking for a way to de-stress and relax, bath in the forest — or more specifically, take a walk through the woods. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
ri Can green space reduce risk of schizophrenia? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 10 Jul 2018 17:42:59 +0000 Researchers used satellite images and medical records over an almost 20-year period to determine if access to green areas reduces schizophrenia risk. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
ri Two-thirds of sunscreens offer inferior protection, says EWG By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 23 May 2019 16:29:04 +0000 Environmental Working Group's newest sunscreen guide rates the safest sunscreens and calls out bad practices (like too-high SPFs.) Full Article Protection & Safety
ri Mark Ruffalo fights natural gas drilling in New York By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 04 Aug 2010 18:27:42 +0000 Actor urges lawmakers to close environmental loopholes and increase oversight of industry. Full Article Arts & Culture
ri The Hulk gets angry at hydraulic fracturing By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 08 May 2012 16:08:48 +0000 Much like his role as the Hulk in the new 'Avengers' movie, actor Mark Ruffalo says his battle against fracking is about 'fighting for the common good.' Full Article Arts & Culture
ri First Class Meal enlists postal workers to help stamp out food insecurity By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 08 Feb 2017 19:59:34 +0000 Prize-winning design proposal revives defunct post offices by transforming them into food-sharing centers. Full Article Responsible Living
ri Hawaiian lawmaker wants physicians to prescribe housing to homeless patients By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 01 Mar 2017 20:32:14 +0000 Is a bill that treats homelessness as a medical condition flawed? Or is it just what the doctor ordered? Full Article Responsible Living
ri An ex-prisoner saved a man's life, and the Internet can't stop saying thank you By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 17 Jul 2017 16:05:17 +0000 Aaron Tucker was hoping a job interview would change his life, but he wound up saving a life instead. Full Article Responsible Living