we Destination of the week: Belize By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 09 Jun 2011 11:43:33 +0000 Belize, a tiny nation on Central America's Caribbean coastline, is at once accessible and remote. The country boasts a low population density (330,000 people li Full Article Travel
we Destination of the week: Macau By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 15 Jun 2011 11:53:09 +0000 Macau is usually associated with blackjack and baccarat. The East Asian gambling mecca, made up of a small peninsula and two islands that are now connected by a Full Article Travel
we Destination of the week: Barcelona By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 23 Jun 2011 12:41:54 +0000 Barcelona is the capital of the province of Catalonia (Catalunya in Catalan) and the second largest city in Spain. Located along the northeastern coast of the I Full Article Travel
we Destination of the week: North Dakota By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 30 Jun 2011 14:02:43 +0000 With 646,000 residents living in an area of more than 70,000 square miles, North Dakota is one of the least populated states in the U.S. Its remote location, sa Full Article Travel
we Destination of the week: Southeastern Ohio By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 08 Sep 2011 14:42:26 +0000 Southeastern Ohio is the most rural region of its state. Sometimes referred to as Appalachian Ohio because it sits in the foothills of the famous eastern U.S. m Full Article Travel
we Reno, Nev.: Destination of the Week By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 15 Sep 2011 12:28:53 +0000 Las Vegas might be the king of Nevada's tourism industry, but Reno, Nevada's second largest city, is a tourism and gambling hotspot in its own right. Its neon m Full Article Travel
we Paraguay: Destination of the week By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 28 Sep 2011 22:02:39 +0000 In many ways, Paraguay is the ideal South American destination for nature tourists and environmentally conscious travelers. It is one of the world's largest hyd Full Article Travel
we New Hampshire: Destination of the week By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 13 Oct 2011 14:52:12 +0000 This winter, New Hampshire will be the setting for some serious presidential primary campaigning and the non-stop news coverage that goes with it. However, for Full Article Travel
we Destination of the week: Okinawa, Japan By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 20 Oct 2011 11:31:36 +0000 Okinawa is a prefecture of Japan located in the Pacific Ocean between Japan's four main islands and Taiwan. The prefecture’s namesake, Okinawa Island, is know Full Article Travel
we Auckland, New Zealand: Destination of the week By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 01 Dec 2011 12:26:34 +0000 The city of Auckland sits at the center of the largest metropolitan area in New Zealand. The nation is probably best known for its tradition of shepherding, for Full Article Travel
we Baltimore: Destination of the week By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 05 Jan 2012 13:40:59 +0000 A famous harbor and other natural attractions make this former victim of Rust Belt decay an ideal East Coast destination. Full Article Travel
we Birmingham, England: Destination of the week By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 12 Jan 2012 13:10:40 +0000 Birmingham sits at the center of England's West Midlands region. Though it is not on many international tourists' radar, it is the second-largest city in the co Full Article Travel
we Jeju Island, South Korea: Destination of the week By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 25 Jan 2012 22:53:44 +0000 Jeju Island is not on many Western tourists' radar. This speck of land off the southern coast of South Korea is hugely popular amongst domestic tourists and is Full Article Travel
we El Paso, Texas: Destination of the week By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 01 Feb 2012 22:49:50 +0000 El Paso can be defined in many ways. It is a busy border crossing, the smaller of two cities that make up a cross-border metropolis (the Mexican city of Juarez Full Article Travel
we Coral reef scientist: We're losing the oceans By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 13 May 2010 15:47:28 +0000 Leading coral reef ecologist Jeremy Jackson speaks at TED about the havoc humanity is wreaking on the ocean. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
we How we made the Great Pacific Garbage Patch By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 14 Jan 2015 19:47:46 +0000 Angela Sun investigated several aspects of the Great Pacific Garbage Patch in her documentary "Plastic Paradise." Full Article Arts & Culture
we High-fructose corn syrup causes more weight gain than sugar By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 23 Mar 2010 23:06:52 +0000 Princeton University study finds that rats get fatter on high fructose corn syrup than on sugar, even when caloric intake is the same. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
we HFCS sales down but sweetener sales remain stable By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 03 Jun 2010 15:18:23 +0000 Fewer manufacturers are using high fructose corn syrup in their products, but they aren’t making them less sweet. Full Article Healthy Eating
we My sweetest foe (the humorous story of one woman's war against sugar) By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 11 Jan 2013 19:59:55 +0000 Sometimes we take life too seriously. This hilarious comic about one woman's sugar addiction makes me laugh, partly because I can relate. Full Article Healthy Eating
we How sweet it is: A sugar terminology guide By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 16 Jan 2013 15:01:29 +0000 A sugar by any other name is confusing. From high fructose corn syrup to glucose, here's a breakdown of common sugar terms and what they mean. Full Article Healthy Eating
we A beautiful thing happens when farm animals are 'Allowed to Grow Old' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 12 Jun 2019 19:49:03 +0000 In 'Allowed to Grow Old,' photographer Isa Leshko captures dignified portraits of elderly farm animals in sanctuaries. Full Article Animals
we Take a shower strike for clean water By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 21 Mar 2019 21:38:43 +0000 Well Aware is an international nonprofit organization that has transformed thousands of lives in Kenya and Tanzania. Sarah Evans founded the organization. Full Article Responsible Living
we Why we're happier when we're older By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 17 Jan 2020 18:17:28 +0000 It's the paradox of aging when we should be feeling worse as we get older, but we actually have a better sense of well-being. Full Article Responsible Living
we These special coats empower the homeless to turn their lives around By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 31 Jan 2020 16:17:09 +0000 In 8 years, the Empowerment Plan nonprofit has distributed 35,000 coats to the homeless and hired 80 people. Full Article Responsible Living
we Get ready to Can-It-Forward this weekend By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 28 Jul 2015 18:20:39 +0000 Aug. 1 will be a day of live online canning demonstrations. We have a sneak preview of a recipe from Food in Jars' Marisa McLellan. Full Article Recipes
we Cherry Sweet and Sour Fizz Cocktail By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 01 Aug 2015 18:00:00 +0000 Vodka, limoncello, lime juice and cherry simple syrup come together with just a little bitter flavor, too. Full Article Beverages
we The Foodee food scanner raises more questions than it answers By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 04 Sep 2015 17:59:54 +0000 Our food system is broken and a smart scanner is not going to fix it. Full Article Gadgets & Electronics
we We know cucamelons are cute, but what do gardeners think of them? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 11 Aug 2016 19:31:05 +0000 Cucamelons look like baby watermelons and taste similar to cucumbers. Are they worth growing? Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
we What's the difference between peaches, nectarines and apricots? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 20 Jul 2017 18:04:13 +0000 These stone fruits look and taste similar, but they're not always interchangeable in recipes. Full Article Healthy Eating
we Toyota Prius: Latest status symbol for the wealthy? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 08 Aug 2012 16:34:29 +0000 Is green transportation a new status symbol? The affordable hybrid is favored by America’s richest drivers, especially in California. Full Article Transportation
we What if gas-guzzling trucks went green? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 20 Mar 2014 15:46:55 +0000 There are plenty of eco-options out there for smaller vehicles. But what if gas guzzlers went green? Full Article Transportation
we What if we could have a 261-mpg VW in the U.S.? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 26 Aug 2014 17:20:29 +0000 The ultra-efficient XL1 is on the market, but only in Europe. A 4-seat XL2 could come here at a lower price. Should Elio be worried? Full Article Transportation
we Honeybees sweetened life for Stone Age humans By www.livescience.com Published On :: Fri, 13 Nov 2015 16:29:54 +0000 Honeybees Sweetened Life for Stone Age Humans Full Article Wilderness & Resources
we Weird sea mollusk has eyes made of armor By www.livescience.com Published On :: Fri, 20 Nov 2015 14:06:44 +0000 The chiton is a marine mollusk built like a tiny tank can see with eyes made of the same material as its armor. Full Article Animals
we Massive buried towers unearthed in Angkor Wat By www.livescience.com Published On :: Fri, 11 Dec 2015 19:06:26 +0000 Angkor Wat Yields Astounding Buried Towers & Spiral Structure Full Article Wilderness & Resources
we Could we build an actual lightsaber? By www.space.com Published On :: Fri, 18 Dec 2015 16:39:36 +0000 Plasma presents a possible source for the blade, but lots of practical concerns remain. Full Article Research & Innovations
we Black hole that 'burps' may answer cosmic riddle By www.space.com Published On :: Wed, 06 Jan 2016 15:41:16 +0000 A black hole's epic "burp" may help solve one of the deep mysteries of the galactic core. Full Article Space
we What to expect from the Leonid meteor shower By www.space.com Published On :: Thu, 17 Nov 2016 16:11:47 +0000 The Leonids are expected to reach their peak before dawn on Nov. 17 but will still be visible through Nov. 21 Full Article Space
we Giant hybrid tumbleweed spreads in California By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 27 Aug 2019 14:54:07 +0000 Once isolated to the Central Valley, the hybrid tumbleweed Salsola ryanii is making moves — and fast. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
we Caution urged with two new weight-loss drugs By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 11 Feb 2014 17:13:12 +0000 People should be cautions about using two new weight-loss drugs because it's not clear whether they increase the risk for heart problems. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
we Twelve food additives to avoid By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 12 Nov 2014 20:27:43 +0000 The Dirty Dozen Guide to Food Additives identifies twelve ingredients in food that are potentially hazardous to your health. Full Article Healthy Eating
we Why Europe has better sunscreens than we do By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 15 May 2015 15:04:19 +0000 Ingredients that have been used in Europe for years are still awaiting approval for use in the U.S. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
we That coffee Chick-fil-A is giving away all February? Small farmers in Central America were paid fairly for it By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 02 Feb 2015 16:40:27 +0000 The chicken chain is working with THRIVE to purchase coffee from farmers who can by-pass the middleman and get paid up to 10x more for their beans. Full Article Beverages
we The power of the vegetarian veto By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 16 Sep 2015 18:16:14 +0000 If a group goes out to eat and there's nothing for the veg crowd, guess what happens? Full Article Healthy Eating
we Parents, 'No loud children allowed' policies are about you, not your kids By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 05 Jan 2019 17:03:00 +0000 A California restaurant asks families with loud children to leave. Full Article Family Activities
we Weekend reads: A little wine for the weekend By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 14 Jan 2011 15:01:54 +0000 It's been a long week of snow, school being closed, and lots of writing. I'm really looking forward to Friday night pizza and a glass of wine. Full Article Beverages
we Weekend reads: William and Kate's royal wedding foods By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 29 Apr 2011 16:33:10 +0000 Food news and items of interest from around the Web for your weekend reading. Full Article Healthy Eating
we We tested these 5 microwave hacks By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 04 May 2016 20:20:04 +0000 Which microwaves hacks are worth using, which aren't worth your time and which one is a party game changer? Full Article At Home
we How do we keep up with all the food recalls? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 15 Jun 2016 17:57:36 +0000 With so many recalls, it's difficult to keep up with all the information — even when it's about an item in your pantry. Full Article Healthy Eating
we Scientists want to put seaweed in your burgers to make them more nutritious By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 19 Aug 2016 03:48:22 +0000 Would you eat meat infused with seaweed? Scientists want to put it in your hot dogs and burgers. Full Article Healthy Eating