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Skating on fresh ice is a treat, especially when life gets complicated

Video shows two people skating on freshly frozen ice in Alaska, and one of them has a special reason to savor the adventure.




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Walk between the Smokies on North America's longest pedestrian suspension bridge

SkyBridge, North America's longest pedestrian suspension bridge, opened earlier this year in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. And now it's ready for Christmas.




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New Zealand opens Paparoa Track, first new 'Great Walk' in 25 years

New Zealand opened its 10th Great Walk called Paparoa Track, a 3-day, 34-mile hike across beautiful terrain.




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Take a visual tour through England's Lake District National Park

England's Lake District National Park, the U.K.'s most popular national park, offers unforgettable hikes and views.




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Cherry blossoms will paint Washington, D.C., pink

Beautiful cherry blossoms begin to frame the historic buildings in Washington, D.C., signaling spring has sprung.




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Welcome to Niue, the first country recognized as a Dark Sky Place

The island nation of Niue may be the best place in the world to soak up a starry night.




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Scientists don't know why Polaris is so weird

It's hard to get a read on Polaris because it's too bright for our equipment. Plus, other cool facts about the North Star.




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What to see in the night sky in April

There's plenty to see in the April night sky, from approaching new Comet ATLAS to the Lyrid meteor shower.




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One of Japan's most spectacular ancient sky mysteries has been solved

Researchers pored over historical accounts to crack the case of a 1,400-year-old light show.




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What to see in the night sky in May

From a pair of meteor showers to the Flower Moon, here's what to look for in the night sky in May.




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Black holes power some of the brightest objects in the universe, so why is ours so calm?

Black holes generally power some of the brightest objects in the universe, so why is Sagittarius A* so calm?




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Teen driver at home? Here's how to keep insurance costs down

If you have teenage drivers and are trying to live within your means, here are a few tips for keeping insurance costs down.




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For a happier family, stop overspending on kids

A new book by Brett Graff helps parents drown out the cultural noise and reduce parenting anxiety when it comes to spending money on our kids.




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7 personal finance skills for college kids

​One of the best skills you can give your college student is practice with money management, preferably while they still live under your roof.




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It's never too late to learn these 10 personal finance skills

​No matter how practiced we are at managing our money, it’s never too late to learn new hacks. Try these 10 tips to revamp some of your financial habits.




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Why kids should work (and 10 ideas for jobs)

Life is expensive, and kids will learn important life lessons from earning and saving their own money.




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Why we need to make math relevant to kids

Plus, 5 ideas to use at home to get kids thinking numerically.




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What do people-finder sites know about you?

Websites like FamilyTreeNow and even Whitepages have a surprising amount of your personal information.




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What you need to know about your child's teeth

Common questions parents aren’t asking their dentist about their children's teeth and gums, but should be.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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Tim Wakeman's mission is to inspire at-risk youth

An Aflac CSR Hero volunteers to instill a sense of purpose and confidence in New Hampshire children who need it most.




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How safe is cured, smoked or salted fish?

We've read about the harmful health effects of eating processed meats. But what about their fishy counterparts?




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Carmen Buckner is Aflac’s ‘family man’

Buckner is dedicated to creating and maintaining a family atmosphere, both at work and in his service to the community.




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Nanette Stark is Helping the Homeless, One Meal at a Time

For this CSR Hero, helping those less fortunate is a family affair.




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Everything you need to know about yogurt

Packed with protein, calcium and probiotics, yogurt is a popular dairy staple available in lots of varieties.




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CSR Hero Sharon Baker is Making Aflac a Greener Place

Baker puts her passion for environmentalism to work.




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Matt Loudermilk: How He Embodies ‘The Aflac Way’

Aflac’s vice president and corporate secretary makes sure the company goes above and beyond to create and maintain a culture of purpose.




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Why you should consider eating the whole banana — skin and all

When we throw away banana peels, we throw away a lot of health benefits.




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What is a ketogenic diet?

Not everyone is a fan of this low-carb, high-fat diet that puts your body into a metabolic state of ketosis.




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6 winter root vegetables you should know

Dig into some new winter flavors with root vegetables. Add seasonal flavor with parsnips, rutabagas, turnips, and others.




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12 tips for kicking the refined sugar habit

You continue to hear how bad sugar is, but how do you avoid it? Here are some ways to help you eliminate refined sugar from your diet.




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How to prep a week's worth of soups in no time

With careful planning and strategic shopping, you can prep a week's worth of soup so that getting dinner on the table isn't so hard.




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How and why you should cook with bitters

While mandatory in drinks like the Sazerac and Manhattan, the aromatic, herbal flavoring agent isn't just for cocktails.




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A Western-style diet could affect the brain in as little as a week

Research suggests a brain on a Western diet can't help itself from wanting more junk food.




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Make a simple homemade electrolyte drink

Don't spend money on bottled electrolyte water when you can make your own. This homemade electrolyte drink is healthier than sugar-filled store-bought versions.




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A lot of weird science goes into making bread

Think of making bread as a science experiment. ​But it all comes down to treating your yeast right.




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The greasiest candle on the market

The FURTHER Candle is made from purified restaurant grease waste. Does it smell like onion rings? You wish...




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Biodiesel powers Kid Rock's Badass Beer

Kid Rock is using a sustainable brewery to brew his new American Badass Beer.




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Riding while tall: A custom bike story

Professional volleyball player Colleen Smith will be traveling greener during her season with the help of biodiesel, a good tent, and a bike custom built by Tre



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Biodiesel corrosion could cause leaks in fuel infrastructure

New findings show that microbes present in biodiesel cause reactions that weaken the steel in fuel storage tanks.




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Solved: The mystery of the biofuel-filled train that kept crossing the border

A Canadian company and a partner are the latest to defraud an EPA system designed to bring more renewable fuels into the market.




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Cow power: Indiana farm uses manure to fuel its dairy trucks

Fair Oaks Farms now powers 42 tractor-trailers with compressed natural gas from methane, the largest project of its kind to date.




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Detecting Asian carp in the Great Lakes

Asian carp are now in Lake Michigan — and that’s not good news for the Great Lakes, says Conservancy scientist Lindsay Chadderton.




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Washington to take on several environmental and energy issues

While cap and trade and the Gulf Oil Spill dominate headlines, congress is taking on issues ranging from Asian Carp to jobs in National Parks.




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Carp czar talks about poisoning and underwater electric fences

Obama's new man on Asian carp talks about his plans to eradicate the species.




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Asian carp invasion reaches Great Lakes

Fast-growing grass carp found in Lakes Erie, Michigan and Ontario.




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Arctic fox astounds scientists by walking 2,100 miles in 76 days

The young female set a new speed record for her species.




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'Char-apalooza' presents top biochar breakthroughs

First North American Biochar Convention pulls in top Obama brass and puts this fledgling industry on the map.



  • Research & Innovations

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Great big green scam took investors for millions

Two guys peddled the idea of making money with renewable energy and biochar but ultimately ended up just taking their investors for millions.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Bakelite 2.0

A recent survey conducted by the European Bioplastics Association found that the bioplastics market is growing by 20 percent a year — and that’s good news o



  • Research & Innovations

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Ships to be made with a slimy hull inspired by whale skin

Ships which exude slime from their hulls could cut fuel consumption by 20% and make it difficult for barnacles to attach.



  • Sustainable Business Practices