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Pesticides impair the brain development of baby bees

Bumblebees exposed to neonicotinoids grow up with permanent brain damage.




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Deserted beaches are a boon to sea turtles during nesting season

Conservationists are reporting improved nesting conditions because conditions are right and there's less pressure from tourism.




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Sanctuary dog mourns his animal friends by staying by their side

A 3-legged dog named Tricycle always mourns the loss of a friend at an animal sanctuary called Horse Creek Stable in Georgia..




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Almost half of Denmark's electricity in 2019 came from wind power

The country aims to source 100% of its power from renewable sources by 2030.




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Even stray dogs understand human cues

A new study shows that even undomesticated dogs are paying close attention to us.




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The animal-saving research behind that viral coyote and badger video

Scientists at the Peninsula Open Space Trust are studying how animals move around an increasingly fractured habitat, and the video is just one element.




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Bumblebees can switch to 'economy mode' when their nectar load gets extra heavy

Scientists have learned out how much energy bees use to fly when carrying heavy and light loads, and they learned about a new ability along the way.




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'Blood snow' invades the Antarctic

Blood snow not only looks sinister, it contributes to a feedback loop that accelerates warming.



  • Climate & Weather

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Introducing moose poop art and the delightfully practical woman who creates it

Mary Winchen, the creator of Tirdy Works, speaks about her moose turd art with just the right combination of seriousness and puns.



  • Arts & Culture

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Flamingos' complex social lives include friends, enemies and maybe even frenemies

Flamingos live for decades and like to spend time hanging out with their friends.




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How regular baths can help ease depression

Warming the body by 2 degrees with a bath can help regulate serotonin. Another study it can be good for your heart, too.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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Why vitaparcours are the perfect pandemic exercise option

The 1970s Swiss fitness creation called vitaparcour is back and more popular than ever.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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How to identify pollen allergy symptoms

Is it a cold or hay fever? Here's how to tell if the symptoms you're experiencing are due to a pollen allergy and what you can do.




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Slimy killer rock snot invades New York

Fast-spreading algae has spread quickly along crucial New York waterways that provide drinking water.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Eco-friendly dishwashing detergents fall short with consumers

Reduction of dangerous phosphates in cleaners has some protesting lack of cleaning prowess.




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Gulf of Mexico 'dead zone' may reach record size this summer

Historic floods and relentless storms are expected to boost the dead zone up to 15 percent larger than ever before, experts say.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Breakthrough process converts algae into crude oil in less than an hour

No more drilling? Being able to transform algae into crude oil could revolutionize how we fuel up our vehicles.




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Viruses deflate huge algal blooms at sea

Gobs of microscopic organisms called algae may have met their match in viruses that can invade their cells, ultimately leading to death.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Danish designers transform seaweed into stylish home furnishings

Finally, a clever use for marine algae that appeals to both Danish mer-folk and lovers of Scandinavian design.



  • Remodeling & Design

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It's alive! Urban Algae Canopy produces shade, dietary supplements

At Expo 2015, this work of 'bio-digital architecture' stands as a living, breathing spirulina snack machine.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Why S. California's tides are glowing blue

Bioluminescent algae blooms every few years on the California coast, Australia and elsewhere.




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What does Mercury in retrograde mean?

Some people believe that Mercury retrograde means you should be cautious in many aspects of your life, but what do the astrologists say?



  • Arts & Culture

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Smithsonian museum captures all sides of the African-American story

One of the most highly anticipated museums of the past decade, the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture is finally opening.



  • Arts & Culture

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8 demystifying facts about the snow leopard

Also known as an 'ounce,' snow leopards are one of the most elusive mammals in the world.




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The story of modern orangutans in 6 arresting photographs

Award-winning photographer Tim Laman explores the imperiled lives and lost culture of orangutans in Borneo and Sumatra.




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Comical rescue kitties defy gravity in 'Pounce'

Photographer Seth Casteel casts his lens on the priceless expressions of rescue cats and kittens bounding and jumping through the air.




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'Tron' meets mountain biking in trippy 'Light Cycles' video

Mountain bikers wind through the misty temperate rain forest of Whistler, British Columbia, leaving stunning long-exposure light trails in their wake.



  • Arts & Culture

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To save salamanders from killer fungus, scientists hit the ground running

Salamanders and newts in Europe are under siege by an invasive and deadly mycological disease. How can we stop it from reaching North America?




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Spirit of Henry David Thoreau's 'Walden' lives on at state park

Henry David Thoreau's beloved slice of nature still exists today in the form of a Walden Pond State Reservation.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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These newly discovered peacock spiders will change your mind about arachnids

Many people don't see arachnids as 'cute,' but maybe they've never laid eyes on a peacock jumping spider.




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Peek inside the brilliant world of New Zealand's cave-dwelling glowworms

These bioluminescent gnat larvae fool their prey by beautifully imitating the night sky inside of caves.




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Put yourself in Curiosity's shoes with 360-degree view of Mars

Panorama gives viewers a glimpse of the geological landmarks in Curiosity's vicinity, including the Gale Crater Rim, Upper Mount Sharp and the Murray Buttes.




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13 images and facts about misunderstood bats

Some people see them as pests, but bats are among the most fascinating and ecologically indispensable animals on Earth.




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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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Avocado prices rise, right before Cinco de Mayo

Expect to pay more for avocados for your guacamole — or just make "mockamole" instead.




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7 ancient recipes translated for modern cooks

Thanks to the work of scholars and home cooks, the often challenging work of translating very old recipes has been done for you. This is the Recipes Project.




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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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Why every parent of a grammar school student needs to thank this celebrity chef

Australian chef Adam Liaw creates an easy, 3-ingredient snack for an entire grammar school class for less than $10.




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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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Designing toilet paper for quality and sustainability

Aria toilet paper is 50% thicker & 3x stronger when wet than the leading recycled brand. It's also eco-friendly.




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How to identify different types of bees

Not sure how to tell a carpenter bee from a honey bee from a wasp? This handy guide will help you identify types of bees and wasps and whether or not they sting



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Neonicotinoids: What gardeners need to know

The pesticides are effective against a wide range of insects — including the good guys.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Spectacular U.K. island seeks rugged gardener

St. Michael's Mount off the coast of Cornwall is looking for someone to live there and care for its ancient gardens.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Front-yard veggie gardeners declare victory

Couple who had to tear up a front-yard veggie garden they had tended for 20 years in Miami Shores, Florida, replants after new law went into effect on July 1.



  • 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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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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When is it 'too soon' to decorate for Christmas?

Though there's no official timeline for Christmas decor, for one Texas family, early November was unacceptable to their homeowners association.




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How you can use Australian landscaping ideas to create a drought-tolerant garden

Lush, but low-water gardens are a growing popular necessity around the world, and the Australians have a lot to teach the rest of the world.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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How to garden for bumblebees

Creating a bumblebee-friendly garden will help the struggling pollinators and be a boon for your blooms as well.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Give spring bees a boost with dandelion blooms

Early pollinators depend heavily on the yellow flowers as a food source, says British Ecological Society.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening