This NASA image highlights wildfires, hurricanes and dust storms to show off the Earth's air quality.

A 'capped inversion' trapped air pollutants near the ground.

Single roots can have thousand-dollar price tags, attracting poachers into protected lands, so what makes ginseng so valuable?

Researchers have launched a mission to find the Javan fishing cat, the rarest cat in the world.

Even core areas of pika habitat 'are vulnerable to climate change within a timeframe of decades,' researchers say.

Spruce up your backyard with this must-have bird feeder.

Become a fan and win this wine and cheese picnic basket set with accessories.

Learn the trick to making mulled wine without burning off all the alcohol in this video for a drink that’s perfect for this weekend between the big holidays.

What happens when you heat up a Rum Cow? It becomes a soul-warming, winter cocktail.

You don't have to be Irish to try this whiskey-filled classic hot drink.

Toast those you love with this pleasing Prosecco that won’t break your budget.

Break out fresh limes and tequila for National Margarita Day — or any time you want one.

Six West-Coasters do a Kentucky Bourbon taste test. It gets funny.

Designed to drink while binge watching “The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt,” this cocktail is a breath of fresh air, just like the heroine of the show.

What do you get when you merge superfoods and quality spirits? Cocktails for those who want to integrate mindfulness into all parts of their lives.

Get past your initial skepticism and try adding a little kale juice to your gin.

Prickly pear margaritas are a delicious introduction to this fierce fruit.

Local rum, strawberries and honey go into this classic frozen cocktail.

For the Fourth of July, try this cocktail made with an American bourbon and blueberries.

If you're forgoing alcohol this January, keep your taste buds entertained with these non-alcoholic drinks.

'Drynuary' was created to offset the wretched excess of the holidays, but is it beneficial?

If you’re gluten-free or just avoiding the dreaded beer belly, consider trying these lighter, lesser-known alternatives to beer instead.

Low-calorie cocktails abound, even if they're not labeled as such. The key is knowing the amount of alcohol and sugar in what you're drinking.

Shake up your holiday drink options with these creamy cocktails that aren't eggnog.

Nonalcoholic cocktail drinkers deserve balanced drinks, beautiful glassware and the ritual of drinking a cocktail, too.

Session cocktails and plant-based barbecue are the biggest food trends this summer.

Stealing bar glasses to keep as a souvenir goes way back and plays a key role in the mint julep, Kentucky Derby relationship.

Mercury is not just hellishly hot but apparently covered in brimstone. A vast part of the planet is covered with dried lava – enough to bury the state of Tex

By analyzing ear wax from a deceased blue whale, scientists gained clues to years of chemical exposure.

The surface of Mercury is shrinking faster than previously thought, photos from a NASA spacecraft orbiting the tiny planet reveal.

This April and May, see Mars shine, look out for meteor showers, marvel at Saturn's rings and keep your eyes peeled for a total lunar eclipse.

The dream of a space-faring humanity is deep-rooted.

This devilishly difficult quiz will separate the auto experts from the pretenders.

Want to delve inside someone's subconscious? Graphology might hold a key.

Sometimes scientists infuse some pop culture into their species names. Can you match the celeb to the critter?

Due to history or legend, most countries are known for contributing something specific to the world. How many do you know?

If you find yourself glued to the TV when the Academy Awards roll around each year, this quiz might be your chance to shine.

We use calendars to keep track of our days, our weeks and our years. But how much do we really know about them?

Bacteria live everywhere in your body, including your gut. These microbes have quite an impact on your health. Do you know what they do?

Lightning is more than just a stunning spectacle. Take our quiz to see how much you really know about this electrifying natural wonder.

Venture capitalists, energy researchers and policy makers gather for first time in New Mexico.

The vision of an energy-efficient super grid that allows powers companies to communicate real-time may be possible through Google-Spectrum Bridge partnership.

A dramatic film explores the physical and emotional challenges of living in a peak oil scenario.

Web site and mobile app help you find the lowest gas prices in your area.

The 57,000-acre San Andres Refuge, which works to restore desert bighorn sheep, launched its quest for energy independence in 2005 and has implemented several s

Music for Relief, a charitable network of music greats, wants to help light up the darkest homes in Africa though the Power the World campaign. The goal: Lift m

If fracking techniques pollute water supplies, what will happen to beer production?

A well-known Chinese solar power company has filed for bankruptcy, but this may actually be a sign of health for the industry.

Toyota, Nissan, Honda and Mitsubishi are working together to dramatically expand the number of public chargers available in Japan.

Many people want to go off grid and lose the electric bill, but does it make sense?