ri Why you should write a failure resume By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Feb 2019 14:15:44 +0000 Keeping track of how and why you fail is the key to moving forward. That's what a failure resume is all about. Full Article Sustainable Business Practices
ri Kids get vocal about the interracial family Cheerios commercial By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 18 Jul 2013 13:37:06 +0000 The commercial received so many negative comments on YouTube that the comments section was disabled. Full Article Healthy Eating
ri Teen scientists identify phthalate-eating bacteria By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 22 Jul 2013 18:00:38 +0000 In their last year of high school, Miranda Wang and Jeanny Yao went looking for a solution to their town's plastic waste problem, and found one close to home. Full Article Research & Innovations
ri New Cousteau series looks to kids for solutions to aquatic 'dead zones' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 23 Sep 2013 16:00:19 +0000 This EarthEcho Expedition takes an in-depth look at dead zones in the Chesapeake Bay — and hopes to get kids involved in finding the answer. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
ri Students create robot that can throw a Frisbee By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2013 19:00:36 +0000 Nationwide competition encourages kids to put their robot-building skills to the test. Full Article Research & Innovations
ri 72 sets of parents named their kid 'Cheese' in 2013 (seriously) By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 26 Dec 2013 19:00:00 +0000 Cheesy trend saw a 450% growth in popularity this year. Full Article Babies & Pregnancy
ri Lego listens, responds to critics with new female scientists set By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 04 Aug 2014 13:58:55 +0000 Lego's new set features a paleontologist, an astronomer and a chemist — all of them female. Full Article Family Activities
ri Marine artist Wyland encourages kids to connect with the environment through art By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 10 Feb 2015 15:38:57 +0000 Wyland Foundation's National Art Contest helps kids think about how they can protect the oceans. Full Article Arts & Culture
ri Little girl feeds crows; in return, they bring her gifts By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 27 Feb 2015 13:59:36 +0000 Eight-year-old Gabi Mann loves her corvid friends, and they reciprocate with small trinkets and treasures. Full Article Family Activities
ri Scouting 2.0: The evolution of merit badges By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 28 Jul 2015 13:11:02 +0000 Hoping to stay relevant to today's kids, scouting puts an emphasis on new kinds of skills. Full Article Family Activities
ri Kids' drawings spring to life as IKEA toys By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 29 Oct 2015 14:52:17 +0000 A portion of sales from the new toy line will be donated to UNICEF and Save the Children. Full Article Family Activities
ri Teen's video honored with Breakthrough Prize By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 09 Nov 2015 17:43:20 +0000 18-year-old Ryan Chester joins 13 scientists feted at the 2015 Breakthrough Awards. Full Article Research & Innovations
ri Girl wins prestigious fellowship to build robots, all to make the streets of Paris 'happy again' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Jul 2016 16:02:41 +0000 Her application inspires Paris Summer Innovation Fellowship selection officials to look beyond age and take a chance on a kid with passion. Full Article Family Activities
ri This 10-year-old is speaking up for America's national parks By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sun, 24 Dec 2017 16:27:47 +0000 Robbie Bond wants to inspire kids and their families to protect our national lands. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
ri Internet rallies to support teen whose rock museum was burglarized By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 22 Mar 2018 14:37:22 +0000 Judah Tyreman lost rocks and fossils worth thousands, but thanks to the Internet, he'll replace them and even add some more. Full Article Responsible Living
ri Help Wanted! The carbon industry is hiring By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 01:24:34 +0000 Growing demand for energy efficiency and energy management has created an unprecedented opportunity for certified carbon managers. And according to Dr. Eric Woo Full Article Research & Innovations
ri Grist goes off on Annie Leonard's Story of Cap & Trade By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 02 Dec 2009 01:50:42 +0000 Grist's David Roberts thinks Annie Leonard doesn't really understand the real Story of Cap & Trade. Full Article Politics
ri Kerry may be last hope for price on carbon By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 13 Jul 2010 16:35:20 +0000 By focusing only on the utilities industry, Kerry may be able to get Republican support, but will it cost him votes in his own party? Full Article Politics
ri Arizona's Giffords known as environmental advocate By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 10 Jan 2011 15:41:52 +0000 The U.S. representative fighting for her life after a weekend shooting has been an advocate for many issues, including the environment. Full Article Politics
ri Newt Gingrich's environmental scorecard By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 11 May 2011 18:27:40 +0000 Newt Gingrich may be controversial, but he's also outspoken. (So at least you know where he stands.) Full Article Politics
ri Rick Perry's environmental record By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 11 Aug 2011 21:07:35 +0000 The Texas governor has a clear environmental platform — whether you like it or not is a different story. Full Article Politics
ri Get ready to tumble: An eco-friendly dryer sheet ... minus the sheet By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 09 Oct 2012 13:00:26 +0000 In an effort to wean America off landfill-clogging synthetic dryer sheets, Method introduces a curious new laundry product that's essentially 100 heat-activated Full Article At Home
ri Why do we mostly only drink milk from cows? By www.livescience.com Published On :: Wed, 24 Oct 2012 14:56:03 +0000 There are millions of animals on the planet, yet the milk Americans drink almost exclusively comes from cows. Full Article Beverages
ri How to choose an eco-friendly fireplace By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 21 Jan 2013 21:03:51 +0000 Is there an eco-friendly fireplace? From pellet stoves to bio-ethanol fireplaces, engineered logs and wood-burning inserts, here's an enviro breakdown. Full Article At Home
ri How eco-friendly brands get Hollywood exposure By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 27 Feb 2013 20:03:21 +0000 Spied some natural dish soap or gluten-free snacks on your favorite TV show? Green Product Placement gets eco-friendly goods some time in front of the camera. Full Article Leaderboard
ri The dirtless dozen: 12 springtime tidy-up tools By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 14 Mar 2013 03:04:47 +0000 Before you start (begrudgingly) scouring, scrubbing, shampooing and sprucing up, consider adding these eco-friendly spring cleaning tools. Full Article At Home
ri 5 cool, eco-friendly flip-flops By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 28 May 2013 17:27:18 +0000 Flip-flops are summer's shoe; here's how to wear them best. Full Article Natural Beauty & Fashion
ri High camp: 13 must-haves for the Great Backyard American Campout '13 By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 03 Jun 2013 16:30:14 +0000 Plan on roughing it as part of the Great American Backyard Campout later this month? Don't leave behind your flask, flashlight. Full Article At Home
ri License to grill: 10 space-saving, urbanite-friendly BBQ grills By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 19 Jun 2013 17:39:00 +0000 With the high season of outdoor cookery about to kick into full swing, a look at 10 petite BBQ grills that don't require a massive backyard to fire up. Full Article At Home
ri All 'Merican: Independence Day entertaining gear from the AMDC By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 28 Jun 2013 00:30:05 +0000 Aadd a dash of homegrown design to your Fourth of July blowout with items designed and/or sold by members of the American Design Club. Full Article Remodeling & Design
ri Are vegan shoes eco-friendly? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 17 Oct 2013 15:22:33 +0000 We often assume vegan means eco-friendly. Get the facts on vegan shoes and put your greenest foot forward. Full Article Responsible Living
ri 10 items you didn't know were made in America By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 14 Nov 2013 20:20:30 +0000 In honor of American Made Matters Day, we rounded up 10 products manufactured in the U.S. Full Article Responsible Living
ri 5 ways to have a greener Christmas By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 13 Dec 2013 20:00:00 +0000 Here are some simple ways to have a more eco-friendly Christmas. Full Article Responsible Living
ri Speckless spending: 12 springtime tidy-up tools By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 28 Mar 2014 15:30:28 +0000 Sure, you may be able to get by with baking soda and elbow grease. But if you're looking to add to your arsenal of spring cleaning tools, some suggestions ... Full Article At Home
ri Little Green Pouch: An eco-friendly food pouch for kids By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 23 May 2014 20:13:57 +0000 Tired of throwing away so many food pouches? These reusable ones might help solve your problem. Full Article Healthy Eating
ri Martha-approved, American-made gear for your next BBQ or backyard bash By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 21 Jul 2014 20:00:33 +0000 Since nothing quite says 'U.S.A.' like summertime grilling and imbibing, consider these entertaining must-haves from the Martha Stewart American Made Market. Full Article At Home
ri Ocean-friendly surfboards balance science, art By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 09 Dec 2017 22:44:19 +0000 Former surfing champion Ashley Lloyd Thompson is making waves in the world of surfboard shaping. Full Article Green Workplace
ri Comparing MyPlate to farm subsidies By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 08 Jun 2011 14:36:18 +0000 If the USDA says that vegetables and fruits should make up half of our diets, why does less than 1 percent of its food subsidies go to farmers who grow produce? Full Article Healthy Eating
ri Why the 'dairy cliff' probably isn't a crisis By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 13 Dec 2013 18:42:54 +0000 Despite the high stakes, this political precipice looks more like a buttery bluff. Full Article Politics
ri Support Josh Dorfman's Climate Ride By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 18 Sep 2009 13:53:36 +0000 Next week hundreds of bicyclists will set out on a 300 mile bike trip to bring awareness of global warming and MNN's own Josh Dorfman will be there for the ride Full Article Climate & Weather
ri Crippled rescue dog finds forever home with Clooney family By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 28 Jan 2016 14:32:38 +0000 The troubled life of Nate the terrier gets a Hollywood ending thanks to George and Amal Clooney. Full Article Animals
ri 8 of the best 'Super Bowl 50' commercials you can watch right now By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 03 Feb 2016 16:58:40 +0000 From avocados and Scott Baio to David Bowie's 'Starman,' the big game has it all. Full Article Arts & Culture
ri What's next for Oscar-winner Leonardo DiCaprio? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 29 Feb 2016 17:01:44 +0000 From a new environmental documentary to playing a 19th century serial killer, here's what Hollywood's top male star will be doing. Full Article Arts & Culture
ri Leonardo DiCaprio's Oscar speech moved the needle on climate change By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 08 Aug 2016 16:16:19 +0000 Researchers analyzing social media after the speech discovered the actor's words started the largest engagement on climate change ever. Full Article Climate & Weather
ri Leonardo DiCaprio may save the 'Captain Planet' movie By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 18 Oct 2016 16:51:00 +0000 Previously in development at Sony, the film rights to the eco-superhero are now being jointly pursued by Leo and Paramount. Full Article Arts & Culture
ri Carrie Fisher's dog finds the perfect home By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 28 Dec 2016 16:09:10 +0000 Carrie Fisher's famous French bulldog, Gary, will find a new home with Fisher's daughter. Full Article Pets
ri Carrie Underwood's dog tackles paralysis with hydrotherapy By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 06 Jan 2017 20:02:20 +0000 Carrie Underwood gives her dog water therapy to deal with paralysis in his back legs. Full Article Pets
ri Patrick Stewart meets his foster pit bull, and it's just adorable By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 10 Mar 2017 16:02:57 +0000 The 'Star Trek' and 'X-Men' actor teamed up with Wags and Walks and ASPCA to foster Ginger, a rescue pit bull. Full Article Pets
ri Buzz Aldrin's love for oatmeal knows no bounds By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 26 Apr 2017 18:59:26 +0000 Almost 50 years after Aldrin ate oatmeal on Apollo 11, Quaker uses his breakfast of choice in an inspirational ad not aired in the U.S. Full Article Healthy Eating
ri David Attenborough 'coming to terms' with memory loss (but no, he's not retiring) By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 27 Apr 2017 18:00:53 +0000 Famed naturalist David Attenborough says that despite his scripts taking longer to write, he has absolutely no plans of retiring. Full Article Arts & Culture