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Newt Gingrich's environmental scorecard

Newt Gingrich may be controversial, but he's also outspoken. (So at least you know where he stands.)




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For Pawlenty, it's not easy being green

Tim Pawlenty, the former Minnesota governor, is perhaps the greenest Republican candidate running for president, but he was once even greener.




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Mitt Romney's environmental record

The latest Republican to officially jump into the presidential race has a history of speaking out on energy and environmental policy.




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Michele Bachmann's environmental record

The latest Republican to seek the presidency has a clear environmental record.




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Jon Huntsman's environmental record

The former Utah governor and U.S. ambassador to China looks like the greenest Republican in the presidential race — and perhaps the most interesting.




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Herman Cain's environmental record

The former CEO-turned-presidential candidate has unique views on energy and environmental policy.




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Rick Perry's environmental record

The Texas governor has a clear environmental platform — whether you like it or not is a different story.




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What kind of storage containers will handle all my gear?

Get organized with storage containers BEFORE the holidays. From basic plastic to woven grasses to vintage trunks, we've got the bases covered on where to stash




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13 great, green calendars for '13

Quick! Before all the good 2013 calendars sell out and you're forced to decide between either 'Pooped Puppies' or 'Auto Body Hotties'! For your consideration, 1




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Indoor gardening kits: Hiber-Nation '13

The next time a massive winter storm rolls around, keep dormant green thumbs busy with an indoor veggie or herb garden.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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A portable & green espresso machine and Palmera Naturals sauces

Support small companies with good products though kickstarter.com! The following two companies have great products to back.




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Green home goodies for National Bike Month '13

With National Bike Month just around the corner, behold 10 cycle-centric items for around the house ranging from bowls to wall-mounted bottle openers.



  • Remodeling & Design

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Weaver's Organic Blend makes a really great cup of coffee

This artisan, certified organic, Fair Trade coffee is one of the best our food blogger has had in her home.




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Do compostable bags really work?

Find out how advances in technology have helped improve these bags, which are designed to break down in your compost pile.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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High camp: 13 must-haves for the Great Backyard American Campout '13

Plan on roughing it as part of the Great American Backyard Campout later this month? Don't leave behind your flask, flashlight.




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Shark Week '13: Home decor feeding time

With Shark Week 2013 looming on the horizon, it's a fine time to invest in apex predator-themed home decor.



  • Remodeling & Design

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9 household hydration helpers for heat waves

As parts of the country enter day three of a heat wave, it's time to consider breaking out the big guns: Ice straws and stainless steel popsicle molds.




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Going beyond the dorm: 2013 edition

Are you (or is your baby) heading off to college soon? Consider these 12 unique and useful items




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Summertime cleanup: 10 tools for an end-of-season sparkle

We're not quite through with summer yet but it's never too early to start conquering that filthy grill and remedying those BBQ sauce-stained tablecloths.




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5 cozy lightweight sweaters for transitional temperatures

The end of summer and beginning of autumn mean warm days and cold nights; bring one of these sweaters along to keep comfy.



  • Natural Beauty & Fashion

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8 stylish countertop storage solutions for National Bulk Foods Week

In addition to keeping green by hitting up the bulk food bins this week, outfit your kitchen with attractive receptacles to store all those garbanzo beans.




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California tile company is turning boxy TVs into kitchen backsplashes

The scavenge-happy folks at Fireclay Tile launch a Kickstarter campaign to help transform old CRT TVs and computer monitors into stunning glass tiles.




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Where to find beautiful, functional, affordable fair trade kitchen items

My Fair Trade Lady, a small shop in South Jersey, showcases fair trade items for the kitchen and beyond.



  • Sustainable Business Practices

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Diapers made from jellyfish? Researchers say it's a cleaner, more efficient option

Diapers made from jellyfish biodegrade in less than 30 days and soak up twice the mess.



  • Babies & Pregnancy

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Little Green Pouch: An eco-friendly food pouch for kids

Tired of throwing away so many food pouches? These reusable ones might help solve your problem.




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Martha-approved, American-made gear for your next BBQ or backyard bash

Since nothing quite says 'U.S.A.' like summertime grilling and imbibing, consider these entertaining must-haves from the Martha Stewart American Made Market.




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Women don't need stuff made just for them

Most 'gendered' stuff is useless — with a few notable exceptions.



  • Arts & Culture

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Costner testifies before Congress about oil filtration technology

Actor and entrepreneur says his centrifuges could make a difference in small-scale oil cleanups.



  • Arts & Culture

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Organic farmers to get piece of Farm Bill pie

Money from the 2008 Farm Bill has been set aside specifically for organic farmers.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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5 fast facts about the farm bill, including why you may be eating more sushi

Congress finally passed the farm bill. Here are 5 facts to start you on your way to knowing what's actually in it.




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Salmon farmers have an unsavory lice problem

Parasitic sea lice have become resistant to pesticides that used to control infestations in salmon farms around the world.




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Support Josh Dorfman's Climate Ride

Next week hundreds of bicyclists will set out on a 300 mile bike trip to bring awareness of global warming and MNN's own Josh Dorfman will be there for the ride



  • Climate & Weather

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The interview bonanza: Joel Makower, Gary Hirshberg, Seth Godin, and more

Check out this full listing of the interviews I've conducted here on MNN over the years.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Crippled rescue dog finds forever home with Clooney family

The troubled life of Nate the terrier gets a Hollywood ending thanks to George and Amal Clooney.




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Jimmy Kimmel introduces Gordon Ramsay to Girl Scout cookies

Find out if the acerbic celebrity chef is impressed.




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What's next for Oscar-winner Leonardo DiCaprio?

From a new environmental documentary to playing a 19th century serial killer, here's what Hollywood's top male star will be doing.



  • Arts & Culture

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John Goodman credits Mediterranean diet for dramatic slim down

'10 Cloverfield Lane' actor says his weight loss was inspired by a desire to live a better life.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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'Cheers' star Kelsey Grammer is reportedly opening a brewery

Actor of "Fraser" and "Cheers" fame owns land in the Catskills and wants to grow his own hops and barley.



  • Arts & Culture

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9 reminders why David Attenborough rules

From playful spoofs to interrupting birds, here are our favorite moments with the official voice of nature.



  • Arts & Culture

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How Virgin Galactic's new spaceship honors Stephen Hawking

Virgin Spaceship Unity, set to begin test flights next month, includes a very special nod to the theoretical physicist.




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6 reasons why Bill Nye's new Netflix show will be awesome for science

'Bill Nye Saves the World' will dispel myths and anti-scientific rhetoric on everything from climate change to GMOs.



  • Arts & Culture

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Top 10 'Gilmore Girls' revival binge-watching snacks

Fill up on food that tastes like 'freedom and rebellion and independence' in honor of Lorelai, Rory and all your favorite Stars Hollow residents.




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Is the 'Gilmore Girls' revival perfect or a hot mess? Yes

Spoiler alert: Everyone's talking about 'Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life, but for those who have remained unspoiled, this review lets some of its secrets out.



  • Arts & Culture

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David Attenborough concludes 'Planet Earth II' with heartfelt appeal

Legendary naturalist and broadcaster urges humanity not to 'lose its connection with the natural world.'



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Patrick Stewart meets his foster pit bull, and it's just adorable

The 'Star Trek' and 'X-Men' actor teamed up with Wags and Walks and ASPCA to foster Ginger, a rescue pit bull.




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7 sickly kids who grew up to change our world

These people overcame childhood illnesses and injuries to become trailblazers in their fields.



  • Arts & Culture

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Buzz Aldrin's love for oatmeal knows no bounds

Almost 50 years after Aldrin ate oatmeal on Apollo 11, Quaker uses his breakfast of choice in an inspirational ad not aired in the U.S.




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David Attenborough 'coming to terms' with memory loss (but no, he's not retiring)

Famed naturalist David Attenborough says that despite his scripts taking longer to write, he has absolutely no plans of retiring.



  • Arts & Culture

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Luke of 'Gilmore Girls' launches coffee brand

No, it won't be called Luke's coffee, but 'Gilmore Girls' Scott Patterson's new java seems to hint at the coffee served in the fictional diner.




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Oprah launches line of healthy comfort foods

O, That's Good! soups and side dishes include a healthy twist of unexpected vegetables and beans.