k A beekeeper solves his thieving bear problem by making them taste testers By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 29 Aug 2019 19:49:59 +0000 A Turkish farmer recruits local bears to test his sweet wares. Full Article Animals
k Scientists warn the world is about to reach 'peak meat' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 13 Dec 2019 18:44:51 +0000 Scientists say we have 10 years to dramatically restructure the livestock industry. Full Article Climate & Weather
k 12 ways to make your community healthier By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 15 Feb 2017 13:10:03 +0000 The environment in your neighborhood and surrounding community has a huge impact on your health and lifespan. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
k Female surgeons around the world recreate New Yorker cover By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 12 Apr 2017 17:40:28 +0000 #ILookLikeASurgeon aims to inspire inclusion and diversity in the surgical field. Full Article Healthy Spaces
k Does 'clicktivism' do any good? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 09 May 2017 16:36:01 +0000 Clicktivism or slacktivism is using social media to support a cause. Critics say it's activism lite, but often people are moved to get more involved. Full Article Responsible Living
k Meet 20 kids who are changing the world right now By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 01 Nov 2017 13:53:01 +0000 These kids see no reason to wait until they are older to make a difference in the world. Full Article Responsible Living
k World Central Kitchen still serving up hope in Puerto Rico By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 04 Jan 2018 15:56:43 +0000 World Central Kitchen founded by Chef José Andrés has served over 3 million meals since Hurricane Maria ravaged Puerto Rico, and it's not done yet. Full Article Responsible Living
k That moment when an angry shelter dog breaks down — and demands to be loved By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 31 Jan 2018 15:21:23 +0000 Elaine Seamans didn't give up on the dog named Negra — even after he snapped at her. Full Article Pets
k In wake of latest school shooting, Georgia woman organizes walkouts, strikes a chord By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sun, 25 Feb 2018 15:47:22 +0000 After seeing yet another school shooting play out, Clare Schexnyder realized she couldn't sit back and do nothing. Full Article Protection & Safety
k U.K. to ban wild animals in circuses By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 28 Feb 2018 14:12:04 +0000 British government prohibits wild animals in U.K. circuses by 2020, joining similar bans in Scotland and Ireland. Full Article Animals
k 8 people who changed the world as kids By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 16 Mar 2018 19:01:49 +0000 Here are eight young people who made an impressive mark on history and our world. Full Article Responsible Living
k These photos may change the way you look at chickens By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 23 Mar 2018 17:10:37 +0000 A sick hen led photographer Janet Holmes to a group of people who live with chickens as equals. She decided to document those relationships. Full Article Animals
k A dog locked up for 2 years tastes freedom By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 18 Apr 2018 21:10:23 +0000 One woman refused to give up on Pinky the dog, who was deemed dangerous after a run-in with a cat in Des Moines, Iowa. Full Article Pets
k Police officers find homes for a box of kittens left on the road By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 14 May 2018 17:53:30 +0000 The shelter was swamped with calls to adopt dumped kittens. Full Article Pets
k Do pit bulls make good therapy dogs? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 17 May 2018 13:34:00 +0000 Every kind of dog can be a feel-good story wrapped in fur. Just ask King, the former shelter dog who has inspired countless people. Full Article Pets
k How a shelter pup beat a deadly virus and found his way to a rock star's heart By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 21 May 2018 21:09:28 +0000 Paul Phillips and Karen Perry were still mourning their old dog when Zeppelin crashed into their lives. Full Article Pets
k This cat — and many others like her — spent most of her life as a lab test subject By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 01 Aug 2018 21:11:04 +0000 This rescue group is shining a light the countless animals who spend their lives in labs. Full Article Animals
k This is what happened to the puppy who was almost killed for being the 'wrong' kind of dog By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 06 Aug 2018 16:19:28 +0000 A puppy named Dallas who was almost euthanized without ever leaving the shelter just landed a dream job: As a police K9. Full Article Pets
k A dog who spent her life on a chain checks off a bucket list she never knew she had By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 29 Aug 2018 19:27:17 +0000 Miss Willie the dog spent 12 years on a chain before she finally got to see the world. Full Article Pets
k How WildArk is saving biodiversity, one safe haven at a time By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 11 Dec 2018 14:33:24 +0000 WildArk wants to inspire action that encourages conservation action and community engagement. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
k 'Sesame Street' takes on homelessness By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 12 Dec 2018 19:52:53 +0000 New initiative to raise awareness of child homelessness features Lily, a character first introduced in 2011 to address food insecurity. Full Article Responsible Living
k Students perform emotional haka dance in memory of Christchurch mosque victims By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 18 Mar 2019 18:16:32 +0000 The haka is a traditional Maori routine performed at many ceremonies in New Zealand. Here, two groups respond to the terrorist attack on 2 New Zealand mosques. Full Article Arts & Culture
k A shelter dog who can't stop shaking his head charms his way to a new life By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 12 Apr 2019 12:28:41 +0000 This shelter dog's neurological issues didn't stop him from getting adopted in no time. Full Article Pets
k Villagers in remote rainforest village save their community with help from WildArk By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 13 Apr 2019 13:12:12 +0000 WildArk created the Tuke Rainforest Conservancy to protect the people and biodiversity of the area. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
k This man is a 'knight' in latex armor for countless death row animals By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 15 Jul 2019 20:55:04 +0000 Chris Van Dorn dons the cape and mask to rescue animals through his nonprofit, Batman4Paws. Full Article Pets
k Look at the long and winding path your food takes to get to your plate By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 06 Nov 2019 13:27:22 +0000 Researchers mapped the route food takes from farms to homes. Full Article Energy
k Wind and solar plants rise in the shadow of Fukushima's nuclear meltdown in Japan By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 14 Nov 2019 13:27:30 +0000 A $2.5 billion investment in a renewable energy hub will bring about 2/3 of the power that the nuclear plant once did. Full Article Energy
k Wildhorse Mountain Wind Facility in Oklahoma is Operational By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 11 Feb 2020 19:33:33 +0000 The new facility is Southern Company's fourth in the state, and another example of the company's commitment to renewable energy. Full Article Energy
k The 'most famous bike trail in the world' may be leased to oil companies By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 19 Feb 2020 20:20:01 +0000 The federal government is proposing opening up Utah's Sand Flats to drilling. Full Article Energy
k The power is coming back on in Australian communities thanks to solar-powered minigrids By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 25 Feb 2020 16:13:52 +0000 These small-scale solar systems can bring communities impacted by the bushfires and flooding back online in as little as a day. Full Article Energy
k Tom Talks: Personal Courage, Ethics and Reputation By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 02 Mar 2020 15:16:04 +0000 Southern Company CEO Tom Fanning discusses why our ethics and values are critical to our personal and professional character. Full Article Energy
k BASE jumper makes epic, 'Up!'-inspired balloon lift By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 22 Dec 2014 19:05:39 +0000 Ever wonder how many balloons it would take to lift you off the ground? Erik Roner just found out. Full Article Family Activities
k 'Ark' animal terminal coming to JFK airport By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 21 Jan 2015 19:59:55 +0000 New $48 million installation will provide land and air services to animals of all sizes traveling through JFK airport. Full Article Animals
k Pilots of Solar Impulse use meditation to stay awake By www.livescience.com Published On :: Tue, 02 Jun 2015 15:05:51 +0000 Weather has grounded the Solar Impulse 2's trip across the Pacific Ocean, but when its pilots embark on the flight, they'll use meditation to stay alert. Full Article Transportation
k 8 major airports in need of a makeover By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 25 Aug 2015 17:15:59 +0000 Here are eight major commercial airports that are desperately in need of an upgrade. Full Article Transportation
k Farm-to-tray table: JetBlue unveils urban potato patch at JFK Airport By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 12 Oct 2015 13:30:00 +0000 What's next? A peanut farm at Dallas/Fort Worth? Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
k This turkey makes the skies more friendly By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 18 Jan 2016 14:45:12 +0000 Special companion animal gets Delta's blessing to fly in the cabin to keep passenger calm. Full Article Pets
k Watch helium-filled 'Flying Bum' take flight By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 18 Aug 2016 16:06:21 +0000 The Airlander 10 is a helium-filled airship intended for surveillance, communications and aid deliveries. Full Article Transportation
k Logging leftovers fuel Alaska Airlines' test flight By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 16 Nov 2016 14:15:37 +0000 World's first tree-powered long-haul flies from Seattle to D.C. Full Article Transportation
k 9 clever packing hacks for your next trip By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 02 Jun 2017 19:29:38 +0000 Pack better and smarter the next time you travel. You'll save money on baggage fees and you probably won't miss the extra stuff. Full Article Personal Finance
k The incredible shrinking economy seat (and other ways flying has changed) By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 24 Jul 2017 11:27:59 +0000 Air travel could continue to get cheaper but it could also get a lot less comfortable, as seat sizes shrink and the differences between classes gets wider. Full Article Transportation
k Keep the air vent open on your next flight By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 31 Aug 2017 16:37:21 +0000 Air vents on airplanes create air turbulence around you, which blocks germ particles and forces them to the ground. Full Article Healthy Spaces
k How to survive being stuck at the airport By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 17 Nov 2017 18:40:39 +0000 Whether it's a delay or a layover, here's a guide on surviving being at the airport for a while. Full Article Travel
k Why is it so hard to keep pets safe on a plane? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 02 May 2018 14:07:02 +0000 Flying pets in the cargo hold can be a risky proposition, but sometimes you have no choice. Full Article Pets
k Airport art is taking off around the world By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Jun 2018 13:21:04 +0000 More and more airports are offering installations from the realms of art and tech as a way to help travelers de-stress. Full Article Arts & Culture
k Quick-thinking flight crew saves French bulldog By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 10 Jul 2018 16:18:37 +0000 When Darcy was in distress, JetBlue attendants rushed to her aid with ice and oxygen. Full Article Pets
k Airports collect food for unpaid TSA workers By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 25 Jan 2019 13:23:35 +0000 During the government shutdown, TSA workers need a little help, and local airports and travelers are stepping up to help Full Article Responsible Living
k 5 tips for sticking to your daily travel budget By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 15 Feb 2019 17:13:04 +0000 With a little planning, you can stretch how much you have to spend each day when you're traveling. Full Article Travel
k Circus lions who never knew the sun take their first steps on the wide open plains By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 08 Mar 2019 14:11:58 +0000 Three circus lions and a cub fly thousands of miles to their forever home in South Africa. Full Article Animals
k What kind of animals belong on flights? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 23 Jan 2020 19:49:05 +0000 The rules for service and support animals are changing rapidly. Full Article Pets