The Voynich Manuscript, an illustrated codex from Medieval times, has been baffling humans since 1912. Here's what we know about it.

South American country is emerging as a popular destination for eco-travelers.

Paris may not be as green as other cities, but it's possible to enjoy a low-impact vacation in the City of Light.

Check out this Ozarks town for big cats and holistic spas.

Head to this neck of Minnesota for scenery, outdoor fun and a progressive vibe.

Try out this island chain for coral reefs, tropical fish, turtles and even tiny deer.

Check out this state capital for history, culture and nature with a small-town feel.

Efficient public transportation, a vibrant organic scene and plenty of eco-conscious hotels make this Brazilian city worth a visit.

Prince Edward Island is Canada's smallest province in terms of area, but it is one of the country's most prominent in terms of tourism and the environment. Many

Cartagena, Colombia's Caribbean port city, might not enjoy the name recognition of Bogota or even Medellin, but it has many of the features of a bona fide mains

The Portuguese city of Lisbon has been a hub for culture, commerce and exploration for centuries. The well-kept remnants of its colorful past make it an interes

I've been covering the Great Pacific Garbage Patch for the past year or so and just wrote about it here on MNN last week.

Scientists from the Scripps Institution of Oceanography traveled out to a spot of sea 1,000 miles from shore and were sad to find plastic everywhere.

Most disasters lie outside human control, but some of the world’s most devastating events have been caused by humans.

Fiat offers loaner bikes to drivers in need, the Atlantic ocean gets its own garbage patch, and researchers find a massive oil plume lurking beneath the Gulf of

A new animation shows the path of the debris carried out to sea by last year's massive tsunami in Japan. The tsunami triggered by the devastating earthquake tha

Sydney is haunted by sunken garbage, some of it up to 200 years old. But divers are now working to clean up the mess one piece of trash at a time.

The trash accumulating in the Pacific Ocean — scientists estimate there are 1.5 million tons of tsunami debris alone — is arriving on the West Coast.

A vast amount of the plastic garbage littering the surface of the ocean may be disappearing, a new study suggests.

Up to 95 percent of the plastic waste carried out to sea by rivers seems to travel through just 10 waterways, according to a new study.

This explore.org film shows how service dog Abby and others helped in the aftermath of Sept. 11, 2001.

Want the pitter patter of more paws in your home? Here's how to tell if bringing home a second dog is a good idea and how to do it so everyone gets along.

The Sodastream home soda maker will save you money and help keep plastic bottles out of the waste stream — just stay away from the company's Splenda-infused s

'Big River,' a companion film to 'King Corn,' explores the wide-reaching water pollution problems created by monoculture farming.

A craving for sweets is the same brain function that drug addicts and alcoholics experience for their "fix."

Warning: Your marinara sauce may have as much sugar as two Twinkies.

We get why the artists chose this common vegetable to represent America, but if you could choose a food, what would it be?

Sweets can exacerbate skin aging and wrinkles, research shows.

These simple ways can help you say 'no' to capitalism and make the world a better place.

If you're at all introverted, or just enjoy chilling at home with your pets, kids, or partner, JOMO — the Joy of Missing Out— could be for you.

Some people are letting go of items that don't spark joy. Others are hoping to benefit from that.

The viral #trashtag challenge inspires people to clean up parks, beaches and roadways and post photos on social media.

Spontaneous by nature, desire paths are the most optimal way to get from point A to B as decided by pedestrians, not planners.

Well Aware is an international nonprofit organization that has transformed thousands of lives in Kenya and Tanzania. Sarah Evans founded the organization.

Peter Tabichi, a teacher in remote Kenya who has been giving most of his salary to the poor, became the first African to win the Global Teacher Prize.

From companies to celebrities, bad apologies are only making things worse.

Yassin's Falafel House, a refugee-owned business in Tennessee, keeps that honor top of mind by always giving back to the community.

Companies like Airbnb and Uber are feeling the pandemic pinch, but neighborly sharing is on its way up, and that's a good thing.

Kids are fond of one fruit in particular, but most still aren't eating enough fruit each day.

This handy guide helps you figure out how to handle certain fruits and vegetables.

Don't throw away those stubborn green bananas, they may be healthier for you. Here are four things to do with bananas that just won't turn.

Here's the most pesticide-contaminated produce, as well as the fruits and veggies with the fewest pesticides.

The same compounds that make wine healthy can be found in certain raw foods like mint and apples. They can solve your bad breath problem.

They won't be labeled GMO, but if you follow the clues on the label, you may be able to tell which ones have been genetically modified.

Here's the Environmental Working Group's 2017 list of fruit and veggies with the most and least pesticides.

These stone fruits look and taste similar, but they're not always interchangeable in recipes.

If you know what to look for, you can pick the perfectly ripe cantaloupe, honeydew or watermelon every time.

Durian is known for its strong odor. Despite being banned in some hotels and subways, lovers of this unusual fruit go to great lengths for a taste.

Tired? Depressed? Nutrient deficiency might be to blame. You might not be getting the right amount of these vitamins & minerals.

Kale isn't the only super food on the block, these super berries are superfoods packed with nutrition.