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Planet or not, you can't discount the extraordinary beauty of Pluto

A new study brings up an old argument about that weird definition of a planet.




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How to make the most of the season's shortest days

With the Earth's axis now tilting at 23.5 degrees, the northern hemisphere is at its farthest point from the sun.




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The story behind kudzu, the vine that's still eating the South

These leafy figures may be fascinating, but their comical appearance belies a sobering ecological reality.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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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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Sun flashes jack-o'-lantern grin in uncanny NASA photo

A spooky face emerges from the sun's corona in this image captured by NASA's Solar Dynamics Observatory.




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13 perfect snowflakes captured in photos

These intricate, one-of-a-kind ice crystals form when precipitation falls through varying levels of humidity and temperatures in the air.



  • Climate & Weather

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7 go-to recipes when you don't feel like cooking

You're tired, hungry and you just want something delicious without having to think much. These recipes are for those moments.




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Eat your way through American history with these vintage recipes

These recipes from previous centuries are just as delicious today as they were hundreds of years ago.




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How to make bone broth in the slow cooker

It's easy work to extract all the nutrients from the bones in a slow cooker, especially if you use one important ingredient.




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3 creative ways to cook with carrots

It's time to get creative with this root vegetable, by making carotene butter, carrot ginger sauce and more.




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Beet Root Porridge with Toasted Almonds, Pickled Beet Root, Goat Cheese and Basil

This savory oatmeal isn't your typical breakfast-for-dinner dish.




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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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The best way to cook a turkey, according to science

Grab your kitchen shears, a serrated knife and your muscles for a tender, evenly-browned turkey.




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A bevy of New Year's Eve drinks to try

Can you imagine ringing in the new year without a drink in your hand? Usually it's something sparkly, but it doesn't have to be.




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How to make coffee salt

This simple flavored salt brings a pinch of caffeinated brightness to your culinary creations.




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Take a trip to Provence without leaving your kitchen

'Le Vie Rustic' transports you to the French countryside. Sneak a peak with a Caramelized Leek Flat Bread with Black Olives and Soft Cheese.




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How to make Corned Beef Hash

Turn your corned beef leftovers from St. Patrick's Day into a quick, anytime meal.




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How to make rice cauliflower

Don't buy popular rice cauliflower at the store when it's so easy to make it yourself.




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How to make vegan ramen

Cut the salt and boost the flavor with homemade vegan ramen soup.




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How to peel hard-boiled eggs by shaking them

You can quickly peel several hard-boiled eggs at once using this simply shaking method.




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7 recipes for tomatillo season

Tomatillos are in season and plentiful right now so get creative with these husk tomatoes.




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Everything you need to know about mashed potatoes just in time for Thanksgiving

'Hell's Kitchen All Stars' Chef Barbie Marshall shares her tips to making perfect mashed potatoes, including why starting in cold water is the only way to go.




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7 Christmas cookie bars for the too-busy cook

A pan of batter goes into the oven, a batch of cookie bars comes out.




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Creative ways to use up leftover Prosecco

Your open bottle of Prosecco from New Year's Eve may be past its prime to drink, but you can put it to culinary use.




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7 Lunar New Year recipes to bring good fortune

Eat your way to prosperity and luck with these Chinese New Year or Lunar New Year recipes.




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How to make Prosecco pancakes

After reading this recipe, you may never eat pancakes without Prosecco again, no matter what the calendar says.




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7 recipes for people who hate to cook

These recipes for people who don't like to cook will work for those who do like to cook, too.




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How to make fresh breadcrumbs

A rundown of the many questions that arise when a recipe calls for fresh breadcrumbs, like do you use soft fresh bread or let it get stale first?




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3 easy ways to make your own butter

Making butter is easier than you think. One ingredient and one kitchen tool is all you need.




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Sleep tight tonight with moon milk

This modern version of warm milk may help you sleep, but not for the reason you think.




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How to make rose water

This fragrant water has many culinary uses. Here's how to make your own rose water through the distilling method or the infusion method.




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7 healthy alternatives to those breakfast foods you shouldn't eat

Some of the most common foods we eat for breakfast so we don't start the day on an empty tank are full of sugar or have little nutrition.




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How to microwave a sweet potato

Forget waiting an hour for it to cook in the oven, these perfectly baked sweet potatoes with creative toppings take minutes in the microwave.




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7 ways to make mealy apples appetizing

When apples go soft, it's time to get creative.




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10 ways to eat Chayote squash

Chayote, a pear-shaped gourd, is this year's "it" vegetable.




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7 tasty casseroles to try for Lent

You don't have to give up comfort food when you go meat-free for Lent (or any time of year.)




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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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7 creative uses for leftover meatloaf

Leftover meatloaf is the ingredient in these creative recipes that save you money and help you avoid food waste.




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Take a tour of American regional cookie recipes

From local ingredients to storied traditions, hop on the Great American Cookie Train to see what cookies are the most popular around the country.




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7 ways to celebrate winter citrus season

Go beyond the standard navel orange and keep winter blues away with these bright, seasonal citrus recipes.




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Could this ancient relic still be the best way to heat your home?

Is there a winner in the eternal debate between radiant heat and forced air?



  • Remodeling & Design

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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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Book opens the door to knowing and growing medicinal herbs

If you're looking for a more natural way to treat ailments, you may want to start with a herb garden.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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How historic preservation saved Palm Springs

A push to save and restore buildings is spurring tourism in Palm Springs, the quintessential California desert city.



  • Remodeling & Design

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How to get rid of stink bugs

The stink bug, with its noxious smell, is a recent visitor to the U.S., but Halyomorpha halys seems to like it here. Here's how to get rid of them.




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How to use succulents as outdoor annuals

Succulents are affordable, low-maintenance and add a nice contrast to your flowers.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Live rent-free in Indiana's historic House of Tomorrow (on one condition)

Situated within Indiana Dunes National Park, the futuristic '30s-era dwelling requires a $2.5 million restoration to be paid for by a qualified leasee.



  • Remodeling & Design

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Artists transform old Ikea furniture into 'wildhomes' for urban wildlife

Birds, bees, bats and bees in one London park just got swank new digs courtesy of upcycled Ikea furniture.



  • Remodeling & Design

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Notre Dame rooftop bees appear to have survived the fire

Drone footage shows the Notre Dame beehives appear to be intact, and at least some bees are still alive.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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How to get rid of moles in your yard

Are there mole tunnels in your yard? Here are tips to help with mole control, from facts about food sources to pros and cons about mole traps and repellents.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening