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Former Navy SEAL plays extreme hide-and-seek in new reality competition

New Discovery series 'Lone Target' turns Joel Lambert into human prey.



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Discovery strikes gold with drama 'Klondike'

Gold Rush? More like cold rush! The cast and crew of the miniseries reveal how they battled extreme weather to bring this epic tale to the screen.



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He lived in a cave for a year, made millions selling fake teeth, and now has a TV special

The backwoods genius of 'Billy Bob's Gags to Riches' lives high off low-brow novelties.



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12 ways the Oscars are giving back

From the Governor’s Ball to gift suites, Academy Awards events keep charity in mind.




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'Going Wild': Couch potato, troubled couple get a wakeup call in new Nat Geo show

Former Hell's Angel Tim Medvetz plays the role of motivational 'bus driver' to a group of unlikely adventurers.



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A day off from the Rolling Stones tour at the World Parks Congress

Chuck Leavell took a break from his music to discuss global parks and how we can make them better.




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The environmental groups that dominate Facebook

Meet the environmental organizations wielding the power of Facebook to inspire, educate and advocate for the planet.



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Making scents of why people enjoy fragrance

SC Johnson discloses fragrance ingredients in its products to help consumers make even more informed choices. Take this quiz to see how much you already know.




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How to make your refrigerator more efficient

This one tip can save up to 20 percent of the energy your refrigerator uses.




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New dietary rules won't keep the planet in mind

Idea of including environmental impact of food production won't fly this year.




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If animals could talk, they might say something sarcastic about the way we treat the planet

Comic artist Rob Lang gives animals a way to speak their piece with "Underdone Comics.'



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The once hopelessly polluted Anacostia River is making a comeback

Conservation photographer Krista Schlyer is documenting the people, wildlife and landscapes of America's 'forgotten' river.



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What you need to know about palm oil

Palm oil's effect on the environment and the people directly and indirectly involved with its creation is detrimental. Here are some of the issues.




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How to be a good citizen on the hiking trail

When you're out on the trail, a little etiquette can take you a long way.



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Obama making life hard on greens

The EPA is punting on two more big decisions, making it a tough year for anyone who votes the environment.




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In the persuasion game, beware the backfire effect

For a generation, activists have built their protest movement on the scientific facts of climate change. But the facts of another kind of science — neuroscien



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Why climate policy is stuck in neutral

An economist and an ambassador to a petroleum-rich country talk about the current state of climate policy in the United States.




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Leaked report confirms climate change and extreme weather connection

A new IPCC report is about to come out that proves what we all know already -- there is most definitely a connection between climate change and extreme weather.



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Cartoon spoofs Canada's Kyoto pullout

Taiwan-based NMA.tv, famous for its satiric animations, releases a new video about Canada's decision to withdraw from the Kyoto Protocol.



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Inhofe launches wacky 'Climate Hoax' book despite severe climate impacts in Oklahoma

Sen. James Inhofe is trying to set himself up as a 'climate hoax' expert, but he lacks even the basic facts about climate change in his own state of Oklahoma.




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Obama-Romney debates end 20-year streak

For the first time in two decades, a U.S. presidential debate season has passed without any candidate or moderator mentioning climate change.




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Michael Bloomberg endorses Barack Obama, 'a president to lead on climate change'

NYC Mayor Michael Bloomberg's surprise endorsement of Obama follows the devastating effect of Hurricane Sandy on New York City and the Northeast.




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Tread carefully in linking extreme weather to the climate crisis

Environmental scientist Amy Luers warns that a cultural shift to our approach to emissions and climate mitigation requires a broad, long-term view. Tying the is



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Web game looks at U.S. policies that could end world hunger

New interactive game takes a closer look at national policy choices that affect food security around the world.




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108 ski areas sign declaration calling for action on climate change

Fearful of late summers and early springs trimming their seasons, ski areas all over the United States are calling for action on climate change policy.



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John Kerry: Climate change is a 'fearsome weapon of mass destruction'

In a speech in Indonesia, Secretary of State John Kerry also derided "head in the sand" climate change deniers.



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5 things to know about the EPA's new CO2 proposal

The new U.S. plan to limit power plant emissions is 645 pages long. Here's what you need to know.



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Climate change jokes brings levity to NRDC fundraiser

Environmental org's 'Night of Comedy' brings laughter amidst a changing political landscape and growing concern over the impact of climate change.



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Why the Paris climate talks might actually work

The U.N. summit is going on despite recent terrorist attacks, and it does so with diplomatic momentum as well as a renewed sense of global solidarity.



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4 things to know about the Paris climate deal

The new U.N. climate agreement is being called 'a monumental triumph' and 'a turning point for the world.' Here are a few key points to keep in mind.



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Phthalates in nail polish, hair spray may increase diabetes risk

A group of chemicals found in personal care products may raise the risk of diabetes, a new study suggests.



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Study: Weight training may reduce diabetes risk in men

Combining regular weight training with aerobics may reduce risk of type 2 diabetes by up to 59%, researchers find.



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Statins: Benefits outweigh diabetes risk

Cholesterol-lowing drugs called statins have been shown to increase the risk of diabetes in some people, but this potential harm is outweighed by the benefits o



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People who never knew they had diabetes are dying of it

A study finds that many people are dying due to a complication of Type 1 diabetes without knowing they had the disease.



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Board of Health OKs NYC soda ban

New York City's Board of Health voted on Sept. 13 to approve the "soda ban" that limits the sale of large sugary drinks within the city, according to tweets fro




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Changes in gut flora linked to Type 2 diabetes

Researchers find distinct differences in the intestinal bacteria between patients who have type 2 diabetes and those who do not.



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Study finds strong link between psoriasis and diabetes

Researchers find patients with severe psoriasis were almost twice as likely to have Type 2 diabetes than those without the skin condition.



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How holiday eating disturbs your 'food clock'

A new study reveals how binge eating can reset the body's food clock, and may have implications for other health issues.




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A daily can of soda may raise diabetes risk

Drinking just one 12-ounce soda a day may increase the risk of Type 2 diabetes.




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Walking after dinner may reduce diabetes risk

New study finds that short, brisk walks after dinner may be more effective than other forms of exercise at preventing diabetes.



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For some diabetics, weight loss doesn't reduce heart risk

Diet and exercise can help people with Type 2 diabetes lose weight, but that weight loss may not translate into a lower risk of heart problems.



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Drinking tea could help control high blood sugar

This traditional beverage has many health benefits, including a possible blood sugar lowering effect.




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Whatever you do, don't skip breakfast

The evidence that suggests that breakfast is a meal not-to-be-skipped is overwhelming.




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Special teddy bear could help kids cope with diabetes

Children can feed Jerry the Bear, regulate his insulin, prick his fingers and even play games via the large screen on his chest.



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'Thor' star Chris Hemsworth on crash diet for shipwreck drama

Actor says he's currently subsisting on a meager 500 calories per day for Ron Howard's new film 'In the Heart of the Sea'



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Diabetes drug won't help obese kids keep off weight

Few children who become obese are able to lose and keep off weight with diet and exercise alone.



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Lifting weights may reduce diabetes risk

New study finds that pumping iron can cut a woman's risk of developing Type 2 diabetes by up to one-third.



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Kids' poor breakfast habits may lead to adult metabolic syndrome, study says

Researchers in Sweden found that children who skipped breakfast regularly had a significant increase in symptoms of metabolic syndrome as adults.




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Eating yogurt may reduce diabetes risk

New research shows that replacing unhealthy foods with a serving of low-fat yogurt can significantly lessen a person's risk of developing Type 2 diabetes.




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Diabetes mellitus: It's not always linked to obesity

Researchers warn health care providers that obesity is not the only factor that can contribute to Type 2 diabetes.



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