How the Slow Money Alliance uses green investing to turn a profit and grow a community.

Conservative saver? Risky investor? Results of a new study suggest that your position in the family line-up may drive your financial decisions.

Test your knowledge of where products come from and find out if you're a savvy consumer by taking this Made in the USA quiz.

If you didn’t think ahead, shop your store’s candy aisle for these sustainable Valentine’s Day treats.

For International Women's Day, check out 10-year-old blogger Hannah who writes about the environment and social issues.

Today is Ben & Jerry’s annual free cone day, and you have permission to indulge in this socially responsible treat.

Forthcoming documentary follows movement to link poor growers with roasters and consumers.

De Bos Rosé is handpicked, fair trade accredited and made from 47 different varietals of grapes.

6 tips for making healthy choices when you're eating out on a budget. It can be a challenge to find decent food for a decent price when eating out. This is how

From two Apple expats comes the Nest Learning Thermostat, a cleverly intuitive household thermostat that picks up on your daily schedule as well as your heating

Video conferencing for lawyers: How to get started. Lawyers need to consult face-to-face — deposing witnesses and finalizing deals — but there's no reason

Modern electronic controls help make science-fiction visions like the Hiriko Fold possible. It's an Explorer-sized electric car pod that folds to fit into a thi

HVAC heavyweight Honeywell unveils Lyric, an attractive and eager-to-adapt household thermostat with GPS-based functionality.

The COOKI, a stir-frying robot wonder machine, could be the kind of robot that makes real sense in our homes.

From 'Best' to 'Peace out,' your email good-bye may be an unnecessary evil.

How exactly does turning a pillow into a big fluffy gadget help us disconnect from the world?

Water leaks, especially those from plumbing pipes and fixtures, don't go away. They only get worse.

Humidity doesn’t just make you uncomfortable. It also causes problems and health hazards at every level of the home. Here is a bottom-to-top summary of some o

To moisten the air in your abode, grab some plants, put out some dishes of water, and get cooking. Here are some alternatives to an electric humidifier.

A Utah bus driver boosts young girl's spirit with daily hair help. "That's what moms do," says driver Tracy Dean.

A challenge encourages parents to get their kids outside for almost 3 hours a day.

A major study finds a lot of people are clinging to memories that didn't actually happen.

From the fitness fan to the overachiever, we've got you covered with ten fun 'Elf on the Shelf' ideas to please all of your little elves.

A new study finds that the presence of grandmother helps younger whales thrive, just as with humans.

Picked no-VOC paints for your health and home air quality? Then ask California to regulate VOCs in common products.

You really don't need the stuff that makes your bathroom smell like an overchlorinated swimming pool.

It might be time to give this oft-maligned home decor another chance.

VOC emissions from shampoo, cleaners and paint impact air quality as much as vehicle emissions, according to a new study from NOAA.

The flu vaccine is your best weapon against the flu this year.

New study takes a closer look at the link between music and sports performance.

Colorado and Washington state have legalized marijuana, and others are considering measures. Test your cannabis knowledge.

In these financially uncertain times, more and more 9-to-5 workers are rounding out their paychecks with cash from entrepreneurial ventures.

Capital One's new contract update raises the hackles of critics who question the company's right to contact customers by 'personal visit.'

For rewards-seekers, the trick is to find the right card: one that best fits both your travel style and your spending habits.

Rules around tipping can sometimes be confusing. Here are some guidelines about when to pull out the cash.

Not if you're an artist, therapist, love counselor or yoga instructor.

Lessons in business and management from the Medicis.

Here's what you need to know about the overtime rules that have been put on hold and how they could affect your paycheck if they go through.

If you're thinking about moving to another country, his handy tool lets you compare everything from free time to health care costs.

As your salary increase, so can the urge to boost your standard of living. Here's how to avoid that trap.

A new U.S. report on climate change offers 'information that every human needs.'

Program offers national recognition for kids working to make their world a greener place.

Tailgating season is winding down, but football is still in the air. Can you make a stadium outing less of a green disaster? Try these tips and find out.

Your kids are watching -- how you treat the Earth's resources will guide the way they choose to live. Here are a few ways to make sure their school experience t

Social entrepreneur harnesses the power of stories to help illiterate communities leverage their ingenuity to find solutions to local problems.

The brown anole is an invasive species, and if you can't beat 'em, eat 'em.

A once-'mild' virus found in Africa 70 years ago is now running wild. Here's everything you need to know.

To prepare for future colonies on Mars, NASA is asking for ideas on how to keep Red Planet astronauts safe that require minimal resupplies from Earth.

The Arctic island has a fair amount in common with the Red Planet, at least on its surface.

Want to go to space? NASA is looking to hire a few good astronauts.