w Elon Musk unveils Tesla's new fully electric semi truck (oh, and a new Roadster) By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 17 Nov 2017 17:11:28 +0000 Tesla unveils the Tesla Semi, an electric semi truck, and surprises everyone with an update to the Roadster at the same live event. Full Article Transportation
w Let's use the right-of-way in a smarter way By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 04 Dec 2017 13:44:34 +0000 Right-of-way farming now joins solar car charging and pollinator-friendly landscaping along the Ray C. Anderson Memorial Highway in Troup County. Full Article Transportation
w Ambulance usage declines in cities with Uber By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 27 Dec 2017 14:57:03 +0000 New research from the University of Kansas finds that ride-booking apps have helped to free up ambulances. Full Article Transportation
w With JUMP, Uber expands into bike-sharing biz By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 09 Apr 2018 20:06:14 +0000 Ride-sharing giant says its foray into the e-bike scene will give its customers more ways to affordably get from Point A to Point B. Full Article Transportation
w Push toward transit-oriented housing proves divisive in California By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 20 Apr 2018 16:58:16 +0000 Despite its aim to ease a housing crunch and kill congestion, California's Senate Bill 827 has its detractors. Full Article Transportation
w Showers in subway stations? LA Metro seeks to boost hygiene for city's homeless By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 03 May 2018 14:57:25 +0000 As a growing number of homeless people take to Los Angeles' subway system, officials consider installing mobile showers and bathrooms at certain stations. Full Article Healthy Spaces
w New York's Tappan Zee Bridge to live on as artificial reef By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 07 May 2018 12:24:19 +0000 The Tappan Zee Bridge over the Hudson River will at long last sleep with the fishes, thanks to the largest expansion of artificial reefs in N.Y. history. Full Article Transportation
w Why we need more pedestrian scrambles By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 08 May 2018 15:38:50 +0000 Pedestrian scrambles, an idea championed by Henry Barnes in Denver, stop the flow of traffic and allow pedestrians to cross the street in all directions. Full Article Transportation
w Why Route 66 is on the list of America's most endangered places By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 04 Jul 2018 13:15:13 +0000 The fabled highway's inclusion on the National Trust for Historic Preservation's annual most endangered list might come as a surprise . Full Article Arts & Culture
w How a 116-year-old ship that survived 2 world wars ended up in a Kentucky creek By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 01 Aug 2018 19:04:25 +0000 Once a luxurious yacht and a racing steamer, this rusty ship is now mired in a creek off the Ohio River. Full Article Arts & Culture
w Why we still need paper maps By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Jan 2019 15:33:22 +0000 Dependence on GPS hampers your brain's ability to navigate and can even lead you astray. Don't leave home without a trusty paper map. Full Article Travel
w Scientists baffled to discover that Venus' spin is slowing down By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 18 Feb 2012 04:50:38 +0000 Why is Venus rotating 6.5 minutes slower than it was just 16 years ago? Full Article Space
w Solar wind changes create surprising explosions on Venus By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 06 Mar 2012 23:13:27 +0000 Strange, gigantic explosions fueled by solar energy detonate just above the surface of Venus, a new study finds. Full Article Space
w The transit of Venus: What you need to know By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 20 Apr 2012 18:18:50 +0000 The transit of Venus is so rare that it's visible only once every century or so, and will next to be seen by our descendents in 2117. Full Article Space
w Scientists to watch Venus transit from Alaska on June 5 By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 15 May 2012 11:42:47 +0000 A NASA sun-watching spacecraft will have an unbeatable view of June's historic Venus transit, but some of the probe's scientists are taking measures to get a gr Full Article Space
w How the Transit of Venus could help find alien planets By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 16 May 2012 17:04:51 +0000 Observations of next month's historic Venus transit may eventually help astronomers spot and study alien planets circling faraway stars, one prominent researche Full Article Space
w How to watch the Transit of Venus online By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Jun 2012 14:00:51 +0000 Much of the world will be able to witness a rare skywatching event on June 5, as Venus crosses the face of the sun in a spectacle that will not be visible again Full Article Space
w Want to see the Transit of Venus? Try a national park By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 04 Jun 2012 12:42:49 +0000 When Venus interposes itself directly between Earth and the sun for the last time in more than a century, national parks across America will be prepared to obse Full Article Wilderness & Resources
w How to watch the transit of Venus through binoculars (and not hurt yourself) By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 04 Jun 2012 17:44:08 +0000 On June 5, Venus will cross the face of the sun. If you live in North America, Europe, Asia or eastern Africa, you'll be able to witness this historic celestial Full Article Space
w Private telescope will hunt for asteroids starting in 2017 By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 12 Oct 2012 17:01:22 +0000 A private space telescope mission that aims to discover 500,000 near-Earth asteroids is technically sound and on track for a 2017 launch, a review panel says. Full Article Space
w How to see Venus at its brightest By www.space.com Published On :: Fri, 06 Dec 2013 16:10:09 +0000 Although Venus is very bright, it is also very low in the sky, so you'll want to find a low southwestern horizon for the best view. Full Article Space
w How to see Venus in the morning sky By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 10 Jan 2014 20:30:21 +0000 Venus will pass between Earth and the sun tomorrow, becoming visible in the early morning hours next week. Full Article Space
w At what age should kids drink coffee? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 19 Oct 2017 15:48:20 +0000 Should kids drink coffee? The answer depends heavily on the other sources of caffeine that are already in their diet. Full Article Protection & Safety
w Sweet dad cheers his son through infant's first round of shots By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 01 Nov 2017 20:26:10 +0000 Antwon Lee tells his little man "it's OK to cry" and to "stay strong" during the ordeal. Full Article Babies & Pregnancy
w Some boys' brains may be wired to make them less empathetic By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 28 Dec 2017 17:29:48 +0000 A new study has found structural brain differences that may account for callous-unemotional traits in boys. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
w How New York aims to help hungry students By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 10 Jan 2018 17:15:13 +0000 New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo's 'No Student Goes Hungry Program' aims to provide healthy, locally sourced meals to all students, K-through-college, who need them. Full Article Healthy Eating
w 'What Were You Thinking?' answers the questions every parent wants to know By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 20 Jan 2018 21:44:20 +0000 'What Were You Thinking?' is a podcast series that showcases real-life stories of adolescents who made life-altering choices. Full Article Protection & Safety
w There's a way to know if someone slipped a drug in your drink By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sun, 04 Feb 2018 18:36:16 +0000 New products like the KnoNap may help keep women and men safe while they are drinking and socializing. Full Article Protection & Safety
w What can rams and woodpeckers teach us about concussions? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 05 Feb 2018 15:35:42 +0000 Researchers are studying woodpecker brains, mantis shells and ram horns for clues that could help prevent concussions in sports. Full Article Protection & Safety
w Stop trying to find meaning in your kid's artwork By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 24 Feb 2018 18:39:43 +0000 For many children, realism isn't really the objective, so we should probably stop looking for that in their art. Full Article Arts & Culture
w Should kids with lice stay in school? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 12 Mar 2018 13:11:08 +0000 Many school districts are reexamining ''no nit' policies that keep healthy kids out of the classroom. Full Article Protection & Safety
w Which is worse for you, a random bedtime or getting less sleep overall? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 30 Mar 2018 14:34:45 +0000 One study that looked at kids' sleep and behavior patterns might have missed the bigger picture. Another study looks at academic performance. Full Article Family Activities
w What is thirdhand smoke? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 10 May 2018 20:56:20 +0000 Thirdhand smoke is residual smoke and chemicals that linger in surfaces and still cause harm to people and animals. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
w Students get better grades when phones are banned By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 30 Jul 2018 14:52:22 +0000 Those struggling academically saw 14% increase in test scores. Full Article Family Activities
w Don't put kids' plastic dinnerware in dishwasher By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 08 Aug 2018 17:32:58 +0000 American Academy of Pediatrics warns heat from dishwasher can cause toxins to leach into food. Full Article Healthy Eating
w What you need to know about the new child car seat guidelines By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 31 Aug 2018 14:26:34 +0000 The AAP clarified their child car seat guidelines to make them easier for parents to follow. Full Article Protection & Safety
w Kids who create imaginary worlds grow up to be better at open-ended thinking By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 03 Nov 2018 02:58:20 +0000 Study finds that only 17 percent of children create deep imaginary worlds but they also exhibit higher levels of creativity. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
w 7 myth-busting facts about sleepwalking By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 03 Nov 2018 16:14:06 +0000 Sleepwalking is a misunderstood sleep disorder that's buried in more myths than facts. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
w Why kids shouldn't play football until they're 18 By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 27 Nov 2018 16:15:38 +0000 The doctor who discovered the dangers of concussions says kids should avoid high-impact sports until they are 18. Full Article Protection & Safety
w Why meditation is better than detention By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 05 Feb 2019 15:29:54 +0000 Some schools are trying meditation instead of detention for their students ... and it's working. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
w When should a person be considered an adult? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 19 Mar 2019 14:58:01 +0000 Forget 18. Research shows that the human brain does not fully mature until much later. Full Article Protection & Safety
w A child born with severe spina bifida has new mobility and new possibilities By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 18 Apr 2019 12:16:18 +0000 Today, Brody Moreland is a blur of motion as he chases toys. But for the first 6 months of his life, he barely moved. He was born with severe spina bifida. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
w 'In Your Face: The New Science of Human Attraction' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 29 Jun 2011 11:27:46 +0000 A new book shows us how our faces reveal our true selves. Full Article Arts & Culture
w Cheating spouse? New study gives clues By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 25 Jul 2011 19:06:23 +0000 Wondering if your spouse is cheating on you? Check to see how comfortable they are with sex, or how happy they are in the relationship. Full Article Research & Innovations
w New study has good news and bad news about teen sexual health By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 25 Jul 2012 18:00:35 +0000 New survey compiled by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention finds condom use is up, but teen sexual behavior has not changed over the last decade, mea Full Article Protection & Safety
w How to talk to your daughter about puberty By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 06 Aug 2012 18:00:09 +0000 It's got to happen sooner or later. So take a deep breath — and a big sip of wine if you need it — and follow these tips for talking to your daughter about Full Article Family Activities
w How to talk to your son about puberty By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 10 Aug 2012 12:00:28 +0000 Tips for moms on how, when, and what to talk about when talking to your son about puberty. Full Article Family Activities
w Sex with an ex common among young adults, according to study By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 23 Jan 2013 18:00:01 +0000 Having sex with an ex seems to be a fairly typical part of the breakup process for young adults, a new study shows. Full Article Arts & Culture
w Too much TV may lower sperm count By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 05 Feb 2013 14:41:59 +0000 Guys may now have another reason to get off the couch: Watching TV has been linked to lower sperm counts. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
w 5 couples who tied the knot after 80 By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 18 Mar 2013 17:22:55 +0000 We're all looking for happiness, which is why these late-in-life courtships are so inspiring. Full Article Family Activities