y How to help others when you're short on time By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 04 Dec 2017 19:24:37 +0000 Micro-volunteering lets you give back when there's no room for another commitment. Full Article Responsible Living
y One woman met a stray dog — and changed everything for a forgotten breed By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 19 Jan 2018 13:49:20 +0000 Tina Solera made it her life's mission to save the galgo, a traditional dog of Spain that has fallen into deep disregard. Full Article Pets
y That moment when an angry shelter dog breaks down — and demands to be loved By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 31 Jan 2018 15:21:23 +0000 Elaine Seamans didn't give up on the dog named Negra — even after he snapped at her. Full Article Pets
y A cow's incredible bid for freedom ends in tragedy By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 23 Feb 2018 16:38:41 +0000 For a time, this cow was the sole inhabitant of her own private island in Poland. She swam there to avoid slaughter. Full Article Animals
y It's time to stop listening to your elders By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 05 Mar 2018 16:44:03 +0000 The torch really has been passed to a new generation as these words from David Hogg of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High perfectly sum up. Full Article Politics
y These photos may change the way you look at chickens By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 23 Mar 2018 17:10:37 +0000 A sick hen led photographer Janet Holmes to a group of people who live with chickens as equals. She decided to document those relationships. Full Article Animals
y A dog locked up for 2 years tastes freedom By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 18 Apr 2018 21:10:23 +0000 One woman refused to give up on Pinky the dog, who was deemed dangerous after a run-in with a cat in Des Moines, Iowa. Full Article Pets
y This shelter dog hugged his way to a real home By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 21 Apr 2018 19:11:46 +0000 A dog named Horace embraced visitors like there was no tomorrow — until someone gave him one. Full Article Pets
y Abandoned baby coyotes find their voices for the first time By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 02 May 2018 16:19:40 +0000 Newborn coyotes whose mother disappeared are saved by a wildlife rehabilitator and are singing like angels. Full Article Animals
y Camera-toting stray dogs join the fight against crime in Thailand By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 03 May 2018 20:10:27 +0000 This technology could help Thailand's stray dog population go from zeroes to heroes. Full Article Research & Innovations
y Do pit bulls make good therapy dogs? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 17 May 2018 13:34:00 +0000 Every kind of dog can be a feel-good story wrapped in fur. Just ask King, the former shelter dog who has inspired countless people. Full Article Pets
y How a shelter pup beat a deadly virus and found his way to a rock star's heart By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 21 May 2018 21:09:28 +0000 Paul Phillips and Karen Perry were still mourning their old dog when Zeppelin crashed into their lives. Full Article Pets
y The way animals are treated in Liberia is changing, and children are leading the way By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 22 Jun 2018 17:17:47 +0000 Through the animal welfare group he founded, Morris Darbo is saving more than the lives of animals. Full Article Animals
y A Georgia couple met a dog breed they had never seen — and became their champions By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 11 Jul 2018 13:27:07 +0000 Galgopod creates a lifeline for some of the world's most tragic dogs. Full Article Pets
y Man cuts lawns for the needy in all 50 states By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 18 Jul 2018 19:45:04 +0000 Rodney Smith Jr. launched a grassroots movement, Raising Men Lawn Care Service, to change the world with his lawn mower. Full Article Responsible Living
y This cat — and many others like her — spent most of her life as a lab test subject By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 01 Aug 2018 21:11:04 +0000 This rescue group is shining a light the countless animals who spend their lives in labs. Full Article Animals
y This is what happened to the puppy who was almost killed for being the 'wrong' kind of dog By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 06 Aug 2018 16:19:28 +0000 A puppy named Dallas who was almost euthanized without ever leaving the shelter just landed a dream job: As a police K9. Full Article Pets
y How a dog found in a garbage pile in Egypt found his calling in America By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 09 Aug 2018 12:21:38 +0000 Lucky was a broken street dog until he journeyed half a world away to inspire others. Full Article Pets
y Secret Service honors George H.W. Bush with their favorite memory of the former president By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 05 Dec 2018 19:20:53 +0000 In 2013, Bush shaved his head in solidarity with a young toddler with leukemia. Full Article Family Activities
y Why Brits are tossing empty potato chip bags in the mail, not the trash By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 10 Dec 2018 17:59:37 +0000 An anti-plastic campaign directed at the Britain's most beloved crisp company is leading to changes in packaging and recycling. Full Article Healthy Spaces
y How WildArk is saving biodiversity, one safe haven at a time By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 11 Dec 2018 14:33:24 +0000 WildArk wants to inspire action that encourages conservation action and community engagement. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
y Why soccer nets are a deadly issue for animals By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 10 Jan 2019 15:11:17 +0000 Every year, countless birds and deer get fatally entangled in soccer nets. Full Article Animals
y Why it's so hard to fix stuff that needs repairing By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 17 Jan 2019 17:31:16 +0000 Some companies make DIY repair difficult (or impossible), but new laws in the U.S. and Europe may make fixing things easier. Full Article Recycling
y Students perform emotional haka dance in memory of Christchurch mosque victims By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 18 Mar 2019 18:16:32 +0000 The haka is a traditional Maori routine performed at many ceremonies in New Zealand. Here, two groups respond to the terrorist attack on 2 New Zealand mosques. Full Article Arts & Culture
y They braved a war-torn region to rescue 47 animals from the 'Zoo of Sorrow' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 11 Apr 2019 18:53:20 +0000 47 animals were saved after a daring mission to a zoo in the Gaza Strip. Full Article Animals
y A shelter dog who can't stop shaking his head charms his way to a new life By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 12 Apr 2019 12:28:41 +0000 This shelter dog's neurological issues didn't stop him from getting adopted in no time. Full Article Pets
y Villagers in remote rainforest village save their community with help from WildArk By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 13 Apr 2019 13:12:12 +0000 WildArk created the Tuke Rainforest Conservancy to protect the people and biodiversity of the area. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
y 'Gruesome Grannies' and 10-year-olds shut down London for the Extinction Rebellion By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 22 Apr 2019 16:06:55 +0000 This revolution isn't being led by baby boomers, but they are a big part of it. Full Article Responsible Living
y Get ready to celebrate 'Indigenous Peoples Day' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 11 Oct 2019 18:04:58 +0000 Efforts to replace Columbus Day gain momentum across the nation. Full Article Arts & Culture
y Inside one man's quest to grow and forage 100% of his food for an entire year By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 06 Nov 2019 19:35:07 +0000 Rob Greenfield is a hands-on activist who has participated in many high-profile environmental feats to raise awareness about people's impact on the planet. Full Article Responsible Living
y How to help your community during a pandemic By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 18 Mar 2020 18:46:17 +0000 There are lots of ways to help neighbors and local businesses while still keeping your social distance. Full Article Responsible Living
y Celebrating 50 years of R&D By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 22 Jul 2019 13:05:04 +0000 For five decades, Southern Company’s research and development (R&D) organization has been leading industry innovation to deliver more value to customers. Full Article Energy
y Look at the long and winding path your food takes to get to your plate By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 06 Nov 2019 13:27:22 +0000 Researchers mapped the route food takes from farms to homes. Full Article Energy
y Wildhorse Mountain Wind Facility in Oklahoma is Operational By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 11 Feb 2020 19:33:33 +0000 The new facility is Southern Company's fourth in the state, and another example of the company's commitment to renewable energy. Full Article Energy
y The 'most famous bike trail in the world' may be leased to oil companies By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 19 Feb 2020 20:20:01 +0000 The federal government is proposing opening up Utah's Sand Flats to drilling. Full Article Energy
y Why dishwashers are better than hand washing By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 19 Feb 2020 21:18:45 +0000 Modern dishwashers use a lot less water and energy than washing by hand — but not every time. Full Article Energy
y Jimmy Carter's solar farm now powers more than half of his hometown By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 24 Feb 2020 20:10:22 +0000 The 1.3-megawatt array covers about 10 acres in Plains, Georgia. Full Article Energy
y Southern Company, local distillery partner for hand sanitizer By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 08 Apr 2020 17:11:12 +0000 Southern Company’s response to the coronavirus is rooted in Our Values and our commitment to Safety First for our teammates, customers and communities. Full Article Energy
y Weather Channel series explains 'Why Planes Crash' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 11 Dec 2014 17:00:00 +0000 When it comes to aviation accidents, bad weather and human error are often to blame. Full Article Arts & Culture
y Fly around the world (in less than 80 days) By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 23 Dec 2014 15:55:33 +0000 Go on an adventure with reasonable airfares that let you circle the globe. Full Article Travel
y Why private planes are nearly as deadly as cars By www.livescience.com Published On :: Tue, 17 Feb 2015 18:52:12 +0000 Depending on how the statistics are sliced, private planes may be even more dangerous than the leading cause of transportation deaths in America: cars. Full Article Protection & Safety
y Do you have the wanderlust gene? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 13 Mar 2015 12:54:29 +0000 About 20% of us have a genetic propensity that may compel us toward adventure and exploration. Full Article Travel
y Pilots of Solar Impulse use meditation to stay awake By www.livescience.com Published On :: Tue, 02 Jun 2015 15:05:51 +0000 Weather has grounded the Solar Impulse 2's trip across the Pacific Ocean, but when its pilots embark on the flight, they'll use meditation to stay alert. Full Article Transportation
y How to avoid major airline delays By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 02 Jul 2015 18:33:54 +0000 It’s not possible to avoid all delays, but you can put the odds in your favor. Full Article Transportation
y See two planes fly through a barn at the same time By www.livescience.com Published On :: Mon, 06 Jul 2015 16:59:28 +0000 A pair of British pilots recently pulled off a daring aviation stunt, becoming the first to fly two planes in formation through a building. Full Article Transportation
y 9 of the most extreme airport runways By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 16 Jul 2015 19:46:45 +0000 Here are the commercial airport runways that will leave you white-knuckled. Full Article Travel
y Your next flight could be fueled by food By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 25 Aug 2015 14:11:05 +0000 Some planes are now powered with fuel made from beef fat and forest waste. Full Article Transportation
y 5 examples of drones behaving badly By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sun, 04 Oct 2015 15:00:00 +0000 Drones could rule the skies, but only if their operators follow the rules. Full Article Gadgets & Electronics
y Farm-to-tray table: JetBlue unveils urban potato patch at JFK Airport By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 12 Oct 2015 13:30:00 +0000 What's next? A peanut farm at Dallas/Fort Worth? Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
y This turkey makes the skies more friendly By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 18 Jan 2016 14:45:12 +0000 Special companion animal gets Delta's blessing to fly in the cabin to keep passenger calm. Full Article Pets