ht With Solar Energy Research Center, we're one step closer to making fuel from sunlight and CO2 By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 27 May 2015 20:45:35 +0000 Artificial photosynthesis could produce the perfect clean fuel to run everything. Full Article Energy
ht What to see in the night sky in December By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 25 Nov 2019 17:37:16 +0000 'Tis the season of giving, and this December night sky is saving some of its biggest gifts for last. Full Article Space
ht What to see in the night sky in 2020 By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 27 Dec 2019 13:27:12 +0000 The start of the new decade ushers in a celestial medley of stargazing events to look forward to. Full Article Space
ht Quadrantids to light up the night sky By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 02 Jan 2020 18:16:41 +0000 The Quadrantids will peak Jan. 4 with good viewing opportunities in North America. Full Article Space
ht When these stars meet, the explosion will take over our night sky By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 21 Jan 2020 20:59:57 +0000 The collision between these stars in 2083 will be impossible to miss. Full Article Space
ht What to see in the night sky in February By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 28 Jan 2020 14:56:11 +0000 From the first supermoon of the year to the return of the zodiacal light, these are the best skywatching moments for February 2020. Full Article Space
ht This stellar fight caused a beautiful cosmic rainbow By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 07 Feb 2020 17:47:20 +0000 A cosmic collision between two stars caused a stunning gas rainbow reaction. Full Article Space
ht NASA's InSight lander confirms 'marsquakes' are real By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 25 Feb 2020 19:53:53 +0000 Humans have detected and confirmed seismic event son another planet. Here's what you need to know about "marsquakes" and what they mean. Full Article Space
ht What to see in the night sky in March By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 28 Feb 2020 19:33:05 +0000 Get ready to spring forward, get up early and catch some beautiful sights in the March sky like the Crow Moon, the occultation and vernal equinox. Full Article Space
ht Weekend reads: A farmers market holiday, our right to water, and more By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 30 Jul 2010 18:13:48 +0000 According to the Department of Agriculture, there are 5,279 farmers markets, large and small, in communities across America. Full Article Beverages
ht Flour from grasshoppers? Students awarded $1M to fight global hunger with insects By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 22 Oct 2013 21:07:00 +0000 Insects are a sustainable protein source for much of the world's poor. Soon, they may also be bread. Full Article Leaderboard
ht 5 innovative hunger-fighting programs By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 31 Oct 2013 17:53:19 +0000 These five food initiatives aim to increase food security, improve quality of life, and decrease money spent on diet-related diseases. Full Article Leaderboard
ht EcoSense for Living: Weather stripping and light bulbs By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 24 Dec 2008 23:04:19 +0000 Clark Howard offers more money saving tips on weather stripping and light bulbs. Full Article Energy
ht Styrofoam-eating worms can fight plastic waste By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 01 Oct 2015 19:53:04 +0000 Mealworms are able to safely subsist on a diet of polystyrene, researchers have found. Full Article Recycling
ht Bonnaroo's food recovery program hits all the right notes By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 22 Sep 2016 21:46:24 +0000 Bonnaroo's food waste program gets food to those who need it most and composts the rest. Full Article Recycling
ht People the world over prefer distractions over their own thoughts By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 08 Nov 2019 14:20:49 +0000 A new international study finds most people would rather be entertained by others. Full Article Research & Innovations
ht Blondes might actually be smarter than those with other hair colors By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 26 Mar 2016 22:52:05 +0000 A new study turns the tables on the old "dumb blonde" stereotype. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
ht White raven sightings keep Vancouver Island mystery alive By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 14 Aug 2019 19:46:37 +0000 White ravens are spotted occasionally on Vancouver Island, but they don't seem to stay for long. Full Article Animals
ht White owls use moonlight to instill terror in their prey By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 04 Sep 2019 12:29:09 +0000 Research suggests white owls have a key psychological advantage when hunting by moonlight. Full Article Animals
ht Why do birds migrate at night? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 30 Sep 2019 12:28:24 +0000 When birds migrate at night, there are fewer predators but that doesn't mean it's safe. Full Article Animals
ht Firefighters save great horned owl from ashes of California wildfire By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 05 Nov 2019 16:18:32 +0000 A great horned owl is rescued from the ashes of the Maria Fire in California. Full Article Animals
ht Birds and bats have strange gut bacteria, and it might help them fly By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 08 Jan 2020 18:54:59 +0000 BIrds and bats don't seem to rely on their gut bacteria for the same things we do. Full Article Animals
ht Rollin' Safari will make you roll with laughter By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 02 Jul 2016 18:07:00 +0000 This clip is part of an ongoing project to answer the question, 'What if animals were round?' Full Article Animals
ht Make It Right makes it halfway By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 12 Mar 2012 13:00:09 +0000 As Make It Right passes the halfway mark with 76 affordable green homes built in New Orleans, the foundation throws a fundraising fête to help ensure that the Full Article Remodeling & Design
ht Brad Pitt, Ellen DeGeneres 'Make It Right' in New Orleans By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 12 Mar 2012 14:17:31 +0000 Actor and comedian co-host massive fundraiser to benefit the green rebuilding of New Orleans Lower 9th Ward. Full Article Arts & Culture
ht Nontoxic treated wood used in Make It Right homes starts to rot By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 04 Jan 2014 21:05:57 +0000 The treated lumber found in 30 of the New Orleans homes built by Brad Pitt's green rebuilding nonprofit, Make It Right, is prematurely decaying. Full Article Remodeling & Design
ht How moonlight affects animals and plants By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 16 Jul 2019 15:16:14 +0000 The light from the moon influences more than you might suspect, including animal behavior and farming. Full Article Space
ht Conservation International: Asking Businesses the Right Questions By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 02 Jun 2014 13:19:06 +0000 Have you secured the health of nature so we continue to have quality of life? Full Article Leaderboard
ht Could lights be the future of pesticides? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 13 Mar 2015 19:05:18 +0000 A U.S. company is developing a 'photonic fence' to fend off mosquitoes, part of a broader effort to control pests with lights instead of chemicals. Full Article Leaderboard
ht 14 breathtaking photos of one of the most amazing migrations in the world By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 23 Mar 2018 19:50:08 +0000 Hundreds of thousands of sandhill cranes gather every year at this one spot in central Nebraska. Full Article Animals
ht Dwight Eisenhower: Lessons from the ‘balancer in chief’ By www.mckinsey.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 William I. Hitchcock, author of The Age of Eisenhower, explains how Dwight D. Eisenhower inspired his country and led Americans through times of uncertainty and radical change. Full Article Leadership
ht A mother-daughter conversation about the environment, MNN By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sun, 04 Jan 2009 23:01:02 +0000 Vanessa Vadim and her mother, Jane Fonda, talk about Vanessa's childhood in California and the people and experiences that sparked her passion for the environme Full Article Lifestyle
ht Plant bulbs at the right time for brilliant blooms in spring By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 22 Mar 2013 13:05:38 +0000 These guidelines will help you determine the best time to plant bulbs, for a colorful burst of blooms in the spring. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
ht How to watch the northern lights from the comfort of home By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 14 Feb 2020 20:06:57 +0000 Watch the northern lights from home, courtesy of explore.org through their live camera in Canada. Full Article Travel
ht Why approaching comet ATLAS is so bright (and how you can see it) By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 23 Mar 2020 17:03:14 +0000 The celestial object C/2019 Y4 or ATLAS may be visible to the naked eye by May. It was only just discovered in 2019. Full Article Space
ht What to see in the night sky in April By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 30 Mar 2020 14:34:22 +0000 There's plenty to see in the April night sky, from approaching new Comet ATLAS to the Lyrid meteor shower. Full Article Space
ht What to see in the night sky in May By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 30 Apr 2020 15:31:58 +0000 From a pair of meteor showers to the Flower Moon, here's what to look for in the night sky in May. Full Article Space
ht Black holes power some of the brightest objects in the universe, so why is ours so calm? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 04 May 2020 20:37:30 +0000 Black holes generally power some of the brightest objects in the universe, so why is Sagittarius A* so calm? Full Article Space
ht When is store-bought better than homemade? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 18 Jan 2020 15:16:13 +0000 Making food from scratch is wonderful, but there are some snacks out there that should probably stay store-bought. Full Article Healthy Eating
ht Georgia preschool wins farm stand fight By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 18 Feb 2020 18:32:38 +0000 Leaders listen to rally cry to save kids' veggie stand in Clayton County. Full Article Healthy Eating
ht Eating local might not be as important as what you eat By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 24 Feb 2020 17:47:19 +0000 Reduce the carbon footprint of your food by making smart food choices, not necessarily just by eating local. Full Article Healthy Eating
ht Can fish fry oil save London from impending drought? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 24 Jun 2010 02:01:00 +0000 London launches hi-tech desalination plant to stave off drought, and it will be powered by a renewable fuel found in abundance in the city -- fish fry oil. Full Article Gadgets & Electronics
ht Study reveals biochar as a strategy to fight global warming By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 24 Aug 2010 03:49:57 +0000 Using agricultural waste to make biochar has the potential to reduce 12% of global CO2 emissions annually. Full Article Research & Innovations
ht Flightless mosquitoes may prevent disease By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 23 Feb 2010 03:07:01 +0000 Scientists genetically engineer a new strain of female mosquitoes that cannot fly, hoping the handicap will curb dengue fever outbreaks. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
ht Lightning-powered mushrooms could boost food yields By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 10 Apr 2010 03:20:56 +0000 New research reveals that mushrooms and some vegetables can multiply rapidly when struck by lightning. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
ht Scientists create mouse that can smell light By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 18 Oct 2010 09:38:42 +0000 Researchers say the mutant mice study could increase our understanding of perception systems. Full Article Research & Innovations
ht Why labeling GMOs in food might be a win-win By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 09 May 2014 13:45:57 +0000 By fighting labeling, GMO advocates risk ceding the moral high ground -- transparency -- to foods that boast their lack of GMOs. Full Article Politics
ht Could lights illuminated by bioluminescent bacteria replace electric lighting? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 02 Mar 2016 21:25:15 +0000 Imagine your city illuminated at night by glow stick-like lighting generated entirely from living organisms. Full Article Research & Innovations
ht Spider drinks graphene, spins web that can hold the weight of a human By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 02 Sep 2017 03:51:18 +0000 The webbing was on par with bulletproof Kevlar in strength. Full Article Research & Innovations
ht Glowing plants might soon light your home By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 18 Dec 2017 23:58:37 +0000 Scientists created the glowing effect without any genetic modification. Full Article Research & Innovations