Republicans in Congress have delayed part of a 2007 law that would require U.S. light bulbs to be more energy-efficient, scoring a symbolic victory.

Leaf blowers are a powerful way to get leaves out of your lawn, but they contribute to both air and noise pollution.

There's a poaching ring focused on some succulents in the genus Dudleya, which can fetch millions on the black market in East Asia.

Part of the issue is succulent habitat destruction, but the bigger problem is poaching by highly organized global smuggling rings.

10 tips from a horticulture specialist for keeping your warm-growing, sun-loving cacti and succulents happy and healthy this winter.

Vacationers are becoming wary of theme parks as the swine flu outbreak worsens.

Dozens of sunken ships off U.S. coasts, such as the Jacob Luckenbach and USS Arizona, are leaking oil or could in the future.

This is not a tempest in a disposable teacup, but a very big problem.

Companies are salvaging ugly fruits and vegetables and making artisanal foods from what would traditionally have been tossed.

Kitchen 'waste' liquids like pickle juice and potato water can be reused to enhance culinary creations and a whole lot more.

Innovators like Sea2See and Adidas are taking marine trash and turning it into treasure.

Though composting is great for your garden, there are some man-made and natural items that can ruin the whole pile.

The deposit-based Norwegian approach to plastic bottle recycling is an attractive, effective one.

Plastic bottles and caps should now be kept together when you recycle them. The reason? It's easier to sort them that way.

A 'living' wrapper called kombucha slime could ease the world's plastic pain.

A massive study finds that no research tool can predict the outcome of a human life.

Julia Child and food safety experts disagree on whether you should wash raw chicken before cooking it.

These before-and-after shots perfectly capture the moment a compliment is received.

It can be easy to get dressed in the morning; the key is fewer options.

Under a new initiative from the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a group of companies and nonprofits are supporting a new initiative aimed to reduce clothing waste.

Video shows a majestic murmuration of starlings flying across a beautiful Irish sky.

New report finds that closing schools during a flu epidemic could halt the spread of the illness and keep people out of the emergency room.

After a mild round last year, flu season is off to an early start this year with cases jumping in 5 Southern states, says the Centers for Disease Control and Pr

The government released a framework to determine to fund research that could create a version of the bird flu virus that could infect by airborne droplets.

A new strain of bird flu in China has sickened nine people, including three who died

The lower vaccination rate in this age group may be one reason for the unusually high number of hospitalizations and deaths, the CDC says.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says that the nasal spray form of the flu vaccine is the preferred way to vaccinate kids ages 2 to 8.

Hurricanes keep coming through, destroying homes and beaches, yet tenacious residents keep on rebuilding. While this endless process of destruction and construc

Storm surge is seawater pushed ahead of a storm, mainly by strong winds. Onshore, the surge can rise several feet in just a few minutes.

Six more weeks of winter, eh? The bizarre weather outside is more like spring, with a blizzard in Denver and tornado warnings and watches elsewhere all in the s

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

CBS EcoMedia's Paul Polizzotto says his biggest business influence has been the ocean.

A U.S. company is developing a 'photonic fence' to fend off mosquitoes, part of a broader effort to control pests with lights instead of chemicals.

Research by these women has changed the way we think about space — from dark matter to the search for extraterrestrial intelligence.

A food forest is a forest full of plants that grow human food, and they don't require as much upkeep as gardens.

Adapting employees’ skills and roles to the post-pandemic ways of working will be crucial to building operating-model resilience.

The disruption ahead extends well beyond healthcare. Are you prepared?

The experiences of the most successful acquirers yield some counterintuitive lessons.

Vanessa offers the new president some unsolicited advice.

Products containing antimicrobials are almost always more hazardous than their traditional counterparts and tend to be loosely regulated.

Spring is a great time to renew your commitment to being green. A few suggestions: Walk or bike instead of driving, drive smoothly and more slowly to increase g

Just because it's a new school year doesn't mean that you have to buy all new products.

When it comes to picking a side of the bed, resistance is futile.

Making baby food at home is easier & more important than you think. Here are 5 homemade baby food recipes.

A modern take on comfort foods uses what is fresh and available during the season, but also explores new ingredients and stretches your imagination to look at o

These guidelines will help you determine the best time to plant bulbs, for a colorful burst of blooms in the spring.

The website FlightNetwork features 50 of the world's most beautiful cities, as chosen by 1,000 of the world's top travel professionals.

People are freezing their hair in style for the International Hair Freezing Contest.

Researchers pored over historical accounts to crack the case of a 1,400-year-old light show.

The moon is surprisingly rich in water, nuclear fuel and rare metals, which is why humans are interested in mining it.