Social drama unfolds on the social networking site Nextdoor.

"Expressing gratitude and feeling gratitude are not the same thing," remind scientists looking at recordings of conversations among families.

Ahimsa House brings healing to survivors of domestic violence, by giving both humans and animals a safe place to start over.

A major study finds a lot of people are clinging to memories that didn't actually happen.

Many beloved matrimonial customs, from bridesmaids to the garter toss, got their start for some pretty disturbing reasons.

Baby will be the youngest person to see every state.

New research suggests long, happy marriages may be in the genes.

Microsoft and Ford announce that the Microsoft Hohm service will be available to manage the recharge process of Ford's future electric vehicles.

With malaria and polio eradication at the top of Gates' to-do list, the Microsoft founder finds fault with Google's focus on tech projects.

Bill and Melinda Gates outline global-aid myths: poor countries will always be poor, foreign aid is a waste, and saving lives will lead to overpopulation.

Feeling wheezy after buying a new sofa? Struggling with cat pee smell? Not to worry, your air-purifying hardwood flooring should take care of it.

VOC emissions from shampoo, cleaners and paint impact air quality as much as vehicle emissions, according to a new study from NOAA.

Swedish home furnishings giant Ikea wants to help us breathe easier with pollutant-busting window treatments.

The latest, largest study finds talcum powder likely causes little risk for ovarian cancer.

New study takes a closer look at the link between music and sports performance.

The standard goal of 10,000 steps could do more harm than good for some, says Dr. Greg Hager of Johns Hopkins, and it might not be enough for others.

The development of a smart grid would have substantial environmental and economic benefits.

Colorado and Washington state have legalized marijuana, and others are considering measures. Test your cannabis knowledge.

Why does the North Dakota outpost of Williston have the highest rents for a one-bedroom apartment in the entire country according to a new survey?

For rewards-seekers, the trick is to find the right card: one that best fits both your travel style and your spending habits.

Legal cannabis markets are bringing a powerful ally to the fight against marijuana prohibition: The business community.

The blue- and yellow-clad home furnishings behemoth plans to add 17 percent more green to the paychecks of employees who earn minimum wage.

If your taste buds demand bacon, but the price is straining your food budget, try a recipe that uses just a little bacon but brings a lot of bacon flavor.

Find out how this stand-up comedian, writer and entrepreneur found his dream job.

Denmark-based Lego is the world's most profitable toy-maker. But when it reported a revenue decline for early 2016, the news was just what the company wanted.

Want to be financially independent and retire early? Try this extreme saving plan called the FIRE movement.

Puerto Rico wants to attract more tourists as part of its post-Maria economic recovery efforts, so don't be afraid to go there.

A new U.S. report on climate change offers 'information that every human needs.'

The GOP has nearly 40 anti-environmental proposals in its debt plan. We parse through five of the most significant items.

A natural method for battling bacteria like E.coli and salmonella may be on its way.

Midwest EPA office to host forum discussing environmental justice and children's health issues.

The controversial bill, which now heads to the Senate, would open more national parks to hunting and protect the use of toxic lead ammunition.

The agency says its proposed rule could save tens of thousands of lives every year, but critics warn of economic burdens for some U.S. industries.

Not that you need a reminder, but the high season of heat cranking and thermostat tweaking is upon us. Energy Star shares a few basics on how to reduce home hea

Here's a tasty and inexpensive way to turn a bit of leftover pasta into a savory meal. And it goes from pan to plate in about 5 minutes.

If you follow a few simple steps, we promise you won't smell after your bike ride to the office.

Chocolate-dipped strawberries are a luxurious, expensive treat, so save money by making yours at home.

Colony collapse disorder is claiming many of North America and Europe's bees. But there are simple things you can do to help keep them buzzing.

Kids in England have been raising money to fund solar for schools in Africa, but now they are bringing it closer to home too.

SRI, the system of rice intensification, has taken agribusiness giants by surprise with its record-breaking harvests across the globe.

Miguel Luna is using grassroots organizing to rehabilitate the river and the communities near it through his group, Urban Semillas.

Engineering students tackle two problems with one clever project — how to transport water and purify it at the same time.

The orphan weighed just 2 pounds when he was rescued in 2006. Now he boasts 200 pounds of bucket-crushing muscle.

A California couple helps veterans with PTSD and rescued wolves and wolfdogs forge lasting bonds that change lives.

The creator of Tabasco sauce is often credited with a proliferation of large rodents called nutria in the swamps of Louisiana.

Officials in Australia quarantine imported versions of the pop singer Katy Perry's latest album due to its seed-paper packaging.

Unlike other roaches, this Asian cockroach — which has never been seen in the U.S. — can survive the cold and snow.

White-nose syndrome is still spreading wildly, but a few bat colonies may be showing signs of resistance.

A study found that an invasive species of camel cricket from Asia is now far more common in American basements than the native variety.

Killer shrimp, creatures that indiscriminately slay other animals without eating them, may soon join the list of invasive species living in the Great Lakes