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Was superstorm Sandy costlier than Hurricane Katrina?

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo drew a comparison between Hurricane Sandy and Hurricane Katrina, claiming that the October superstorm was "more impactful" in many wa



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10 things you didn't know about hurricanes

These violent storms both frighten us and fascinate us, and there's a lot you may not know about them.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Blizzard fun for everyone!

Snowed in? Try these activities to keep you and your kids busy on your next snow day.




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Blizzard rips off part of Wrigley Field roof in Chicago

Extreme winds have damaged the roof over the Wrigley Field press box in addition to other buildings in the area.



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Photo: Groundhog Day blizzard from space

A NOAA satellite captures the February 2011 snowstorm as it blankets the U.S.



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Why Seattle is getting hammered by snow

A "perfect recipe" for snow hit the Pacific Northwest today, one meteorologist said, bringing nearly a winter's worth of snow to Seattle in a matter of hours.



  • Climate & Weather

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How Sandy became a snowstorm

Thanks to arctic air from the north and a dip in the jet stream, superstorm Sandy has gotten stronger and is now a snowstorm on top of a hurricane and post-trop



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How well do you know snow?

There are many different types of snow and various names for how wind and air temperature affect it. How many can you name?



  • Climate & Weather

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Why winter storm Juno will be so snowy

East Coast folks: Stock up on munchies, get those prescriptions filled and get ready to hunker down for the next day or two.



  • Climate & Weather

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NYC to clear snow-covered roads with salt stored in salt-shaped building

The lauded structure is bustling with activity as a whopper of a winter storm approaches.



  • Climate & Weather

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Texaco's oily footprint remains in Ecuador

It's been nearly 20 years since Texaco left Ecuador, but evidence of its presence remains in the form of toxic black gunk in the soil and water.




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Chemical pollution is causing preventable cancer, says President's Cancer Panel

New report says toxic chemicals are causing Americans 'grievous harm' that could be prevented by better government oversight.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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U.S. to curb fracking emissions ... eventually

The EPA decided this week to limit cancer-causing emissions from hydraulic fracturing, aka 'fracking,' but its new rules won't take effect until 2015.




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Dogs know we're suckers for 'puppy dog eyes'

Research suggests that man's best friend has learned to capitalize on our preference for big, sad eyes.




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When hikers need help, who pays for rescue?

If you run into trouble in the great outdoors, your rescue could come with a hefty price tag — but it all depends on where you are.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Why we turn to dogs when disaster strikes

From aiding search-and-rescue missions to lending a shoulder to cry on, man's best friend can often be found at the site of tragedy.




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Yes, your cat really is ignoring you

Studies reveal what cat owners have suspected all along: Your cat hears you when you call — he just chooses not to respond.




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8 things you didn't know about prairie dogs

These burrowing rodents build their own towns, they help the environment, and they even talk about us.




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Toxoplasma gondii: What you need to know

The cat-carried parasite Toxoplasma gondi has been associated with a variety of illnesses, but you can take simple precautions.




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When chimpanzees leave research labs, they often find a home at Chimp Haven

Chimp Haven sanctuary has new open-air corral for climbing, playing and exploring.




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8 things you didn't know about wombats

We've rounded up some adorable wombat photos and some surprising facts about the wombat.




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What is synesthesia and what's it like to have it?

Synesthetes can taste sounds, smell colors or see scents, and research proves these people experience reality differently.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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Perseid meteor shower: What you need to know

The annual Perseid meteor shower will peak around Aug. 12 this year.




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Growing number of kids choose charity over birthday gifts

More and more charities say they have been helped by these 'pint-sized philanthropists' who are choosing to give rather than receive.




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Making Organic Foods a Reality For All

We don’t think that people who want to eat organic should have to pay more for their food.




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Doors salvaged from demolished Detroit houses reborn as artsy bus stop benches

A new, award-winning public arts project makes good use out of building materials salvaged from Detroit's sizable supply of destroyed/derelict homes.




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Plastic Bank: How to solve the plastic pollution problem and poverty at the same time

We all know there's too much plastic making its way into the environment; here's an innovative solution to a seemingly intractable problem.




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10 things you didn't know about Johnny Appleseed

The folk hero planted many an apple tree, but not for the reasons you might think.




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Truly local (and sustainable) craft beer from Empire Brewing Company

The brewery in New York state uses local energy, grows its own ingredients, composts – and even more.




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Five Ways Walmart is Upping Its Sustainability Game

With Earth Day now behind us, it’s time to take another look at the steps we are taking to be a more sustainable company.




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Sustainability is an Industrywide Effort

By working together, we can address food production and recycling, as well as other pressing issues in the product supply chain




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8 brilliant, everyday things invented by kids

Who knew we have teenagers to thank for warm ears, frozen treats and easy adding?




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Innovation center topples the traditional school model and hones teen creativity in the process

At NuVu, students solve complex problems by focusing on imagination and constructive feedback.




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With a focus on sustainability and the future, Walmart enhances the way it does business

Collaboration is the key as Walmart works with some of the world's largest corporations to address global sustainability challenges.




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14 'makers' who are changing the DIY world

Meet the leaders of the maker movement, the bright entrepreneurs paving the way for the age of homespun inventions.




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How researchers track the 'lost years' of baby sea turtles

Hoping to better protect loggerheads, scientists get creative in finding a way to track the years that baby turtles spend in the ocean.




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Meet Boyan Slat, the garbage patch kid

The 20-year-old wunderkind's impossible dream of cleaning up ocean plastic is becoming a reality.




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From hunters to protectors: The Lion Guardians and a story of changing perceptions

Conservation group Lion Guardians has helped East Africa’s Masai tribesmen bring back the big cats and better their own lives.




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Top 10 Eco-Friendly Features of Walmart Stores

Our sustainability commitments help us cut costs so we can pass those savings on to our customers




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Walmart: Global Sustainability Milestone Meeting

Watch this replay webcast of Walmart's Global Sustainability Milestone Meeting.




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Walmart Announces New Commitment to a Sustainable Food System

Company will focus on four pillars to advance the sustainability of its biggest product category, food




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Seeking Sustainable Beauty Products: Are Consumers Being Heard?

The Beauty and Personal Care Products Sustainability Summit gathered industry leaders to collaborate for the benefit of all




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'Nature Is Speaking' by Conservation International

Walmart partner Conservation International has launched the "Nature is Speaking" campaign to provoke a conversation about nature's essential role in our lives.




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Why wild animals need wildlife corridors

Habitat loss is devastating rare species worldwide, but as the success of wildlife corridors suggests, a little connectivity can go a long way.




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10 companies started by college students

Silicon Valley may be the celebrated hub of innovation, but it's getting a run for the money these days on hundreds of college campuses across the country.




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Be an explorer, wherever you are

Doctor and adventurer Ken Kamler sees a world full of medical miracles and sacred places, and he talks to MNN about the value of staying true to one’s self.




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'I Will Always Write Back': A life-changing promise

How a pen-pal relationship between altered two lives, inspired a book and continues to help others around the world.




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Merchant's Garden: Bringing the farm to the city

Young entrepreneur wants to bring fresh food to inner city residents through aquaponics.




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App serves as 'eyes' for the visually impaired

Four students have developed Google Glass image-recognition app called ThirdEye that verbally identifies objects for visually impaired people.




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A tasty tale of reinvention

Whether crafting cookbooks or ice cream, Shaun Chavis is all about sharing her love of authentic food.