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17 dogs that really, really love sticks

Whether they chase them, chew them or hunt for them, sticks make these dogs very happy.




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It took a pandemic for this old dog to finally find a home

An old dog named Toretto who waited years at the shelter finds the perfect family.




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Can bananas fend off fatal fungus?

The devastating banana fungus Foc has spread to new parts of the globe.



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For the first time in 360 years, some compasses will actually be right

In the U.K., magnetic north and true north are about to be in perfect alignment.



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8 things you didn't know about the autumnal equinox

If you've ever wondered what hamsters and the French Revolution have to do with the first day of fall, we've got the answers.



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Why lightning is so much deadlier for animals than it is for humans

For four-legged creatures, lightning strikes create an especially lethal ground current.



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These are the big cities where carbon emissions are already dropping

30 of the world's largest cities have reduced greenhouse gas emissions.



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40 horses saved from California ranch fire

Community works together to rescue dozens of horses from California wildfire.



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Sinking temperatures jumpstart winter transformation of Yellowstone waterfall

Osprey Falls at Yellowstone National Park is starting to freeze as this video shows.



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Greenland's ice sheet briefly hosted the world's tallest waterfall

Cambridge researchers studying the event say the waterfall in Greenland measured roughly 1,000 meters tall.



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This time-lapse video makes clear how Alaska's glaciers are changing

A new time-lapse video shows Earth's glaciers in Alaska and the Yukon melting at an accelerated pace.



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Why it's so hard to predict snowfall accurately

From temperature to location, so many factors can impact snowfall.



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Watch as much-needed rain pours through Western Australia

Video shows rainstorms rolling over Western Australia, dumping rain on areas affected by bushfires.



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Lake Erie winds transform houses into tawny ice palaces

Freezing winds from Lake Erie turned houses into ice after two days of gale-force winds.



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Half the world's beaches could be gone by the end of this century

Scientists call for quick action to save beaches from climate change. Beaches offer protection from extreme weather events.



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8 things to know about the vernal equinox

What do eggs, shamrocks and monuments have to do with the first day of spring?



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Coronavirus pandemic triggers reduction in global air pollution

Researchers studying the declines say more lives may end up being saved from air quality improvements than are lost to the virus itself.



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Why did Ecuador's largest waterfall disappear?

A highlight of the landscape in Ecuador's Cayambe Coca Park, the San Rafael waterfall is now little more than a trickle.



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Fatal eruption triggered a 'volcanic freeze'

Researchers studying the Anak Krakatau eruption say up to 10 million tons of ice was generated in the upper atmosphere.



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Greenhouse gases could fall to levels not seen since WWII

Researchers are predicting a massive drop in carbon emissions this year, levels last experienced around World War II.



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What’s the difference between a corn and a callus?

Corns and calluses are hardened layers of skin that occur on your hands and feet. They can be painful, and they're not pretty. Here's how to get rid of them.



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8 ways to use aloe vera

The most popular way to use aloe vera is to treat a sunburn, but that's just the beginning. Aloe vera has many uses for health and beauty. Here are five.



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Epsom salt bath: Why it's so good for you

Epsom salt has a long history of beauty and health benefits, and now we know why. Here's how those minerals are helping your body.



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Designers create cool hospital gowns to help sick teens feel better

Teens don’t want to be defined by what ails them, and these hospital gowns let their personalities shine.



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Casual Fridays are now every day (and you can thank millennials)

What started with casual Friday has morphed into "casual most of the time" — and much of that change has happened in just the last five years.



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Hats are back. Here are 9 you can actually wear

There's no reason to be intimidated by the idea of wearing a hat, especially not these classic styles.



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What is balayage?

The balayage hair color technique creates softer highlights with fewer color appointments.



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Clogged pores? Try a DIY blackhead-removal mask

Skip the expensive, chemical-laden skincare products. These 3 homemade peel-off blackhead removal masks will have your skin feeling clear and smooth in no time.



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Can't focus? Maybe all you need is a messy bun

Our blogger makes a chance finding on Facebook and realizes she's not alone in her need for a messy bun to get things done.



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You won't believe these insane Easter bonnets that people actually wear

At an annual parade in New York City, men and women don hats packed with everything from Peeps to plastic flying pigs.



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Can thermal spring water really help your skin?

People are paying big bucks for bottled thermal spring water, and for once science is backing up the benefit claims.



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Can facial yoga make you look younger?

A new study shows it can lead to fuller cheeks and a firmer face.



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8 face oils for smoother, healthier skin

Natural face oils are the new go-to moisturizer. Here are eight oils that deserve a spot in your beauty regimen.



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Hat made from real woolly mammoth hair goes on sale for $10,000

It's unpleasant to wear, but it's also one of a kind.



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5 chemicals to avoid in cosmetics

What these all-too-common chemicals do to our bodies.



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The science behind why hipsters always end up looking the same

Conformity and anti-conformity are just two sides of the same coin.



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California says 'no' to animal fur

After California bans new fur products, Macy’s and Bloomingdale’s also ditch fur.



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balancing power solutions

balancing power solutions




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Dell Studio Hybrid: 70% More Efficient Than Typical Desktops

Dell Studio Hybrid: 70% More Efficient Than Typical Desktops




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The Crescent Corridor: Save 100 Million Gallons of Fuel

The Crescent Corridor: Save 100 Million Gallons of Fuel



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Making it Personal: Reducing Carbon on the Home Front in Ireland

Making it Personal: Reducing Carbon on the Home Front in Ireland



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Geothermal Heating “Rocks” in Sweden

Geothermal Heating “Rocks” in Sweden



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Pioneers in Environmental Responsibility

Pioneers in Environmental Responsibility




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High-Quality Protein for Lean Muscle

High-Quality Protein for Lean Muscle




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The Right Mix of Fats for Optimal Energy and a Healthy Coat

The Right Mix of Fats for Optimal Energy and a Healthy Coat




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Balanced Carbs for Peak Performance

Balanced Carbs for Peak Performance




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Fiber for Proper Digestive Health

Fiber for Proper Digestive Health




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Last Call: 12/9

Obama and Gore; seeing red in Detroit; the case for green nerds; superviruses die of loneliness; life from asteroids; Better Place gets bigger



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Last Call: 12/15

Obama's green team, officially; Al Gore's green ball; the tiniest ecosystem; smog, soot and climate change; the Aussies' lowball; peak oil in 11 years?



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"Clean" coal smells good too

The good folks at Coalergy reminds us all that coal isn't dirty. It smells good too.