ul Cheerios has a free, beautiful way for you to help save the bees By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 16 Mar 2018 14:37:57 +0000 Company continues seed giveaway despite pushback. Full Article Healthy Eating
ul 10 cultural variations on Thanksgiving By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 15 Nov 2018 17:57:49 +0000 Many cultures have end-of-growing-season holidays that are similar to Thanksgiving. Full Article Arts & Culture
ul Why the Amazon rainforest could be devastated by the U.S.-China trade war By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 27 Mar 2019 22:24:27 +0000 Beijing turns to Brazil to make up for its shortfall in U.S.-grown soya beans. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
ul Artist creates ingenious sculptures with food By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 04 Apr 2017 20:25:06 +0000 These fruits and veggies from Sydney artist Danling Xiao are both adorable and thought-provoking. Full Article Healthy Eating
ul 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
ul India's tiger population is on the rise By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 29 Jul 2019 14:27:46 +0000 Habitat conservation and international assistance have helped India's tiger population rise 30% since 2015. Full Article Animals
ul A beautiful thing happened after coal-fired plants were shut down in the U.S. By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 07 Jan 2020 20:00:35 +0000 A new study finds dramatic benefits locally from shutting down coal plants. Full Article Energy
ul 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
ul Solar Impulse soars to new world records By www.livescience.com Published On :: Mon, 06 Jul 2015 13:49:26 +0000 A solar-powered airplane soared over the Pacific Ocean, from Japan to Hawaii, and set a slew of new world records in the process. Full Article Energy
ul 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
ul The cure for jet lag could be as simple as bright flashes of light while you sleep By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 12 Feb 2016 18:36:36 +0000 Bleary-eyed travelers everywhere rejoice! There may be a solution for jet lag symptoms. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
ul Quick-thinking flight crew saves French bulldog By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 10 Jul 2018 16:18:37 +0000 When Darcy was in distress, JetBlue attendants rushed to her aid with ice and oxygen. Full Article Pets
ul Why 'shoulder season' is the best time to travel By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 19 Sep 2018 13:29:00 +0000 Prices are low, values are high and there aren't a lot of crowds in shoulder season. Full Article Travel
ul World's tallest indoor waterfall will be located in already-spectacular airport By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 15 Jan 2019 15:09:30 +0000 Singapore's Changi Airport outdoes itself once again. Full Article Travel
ul Why you should try a 30-day alcohol break By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 06 Mar 2020 13:18:48 +0000 Whether it's Dry January or Dry July, a month off from alcohol could be good for your body. Full Article Beverages
ul 11 ways graphene could change the world By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 27 Aug 2019 17:56:39 +0000 This ultra-strong, ultra-thin supermaterial could yield a technological revolution. Full Article Research & Innovations
ul This map shows where you would end up if you dug a hole to the other side of the world By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 30 Aug 2019 19:29:25 +0000 This map helps you find the antipodes (the other side of the world) of any place on Earth. Full Article Travel
ul What if wind farms could power the world? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 29 Oct 2019 18:31:14 +0000 IEA report calculates the promise of wind energy in the coming years, and it's immense. Full Article Energy
ul Would you want your body turned into compost when you die? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 02 Dec 2019 20:55:45 +0000 A law in Washington state makes it the first state to legalize human composting, and now the first facility is being built. Full Article Responsible Living
ul Could ancient stone circles have been conduits for lightning strikes? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 24 Dec 2019 01:50:49 +0000 New evidence of a massive lightning strike at the center of an ancient stone circle offers clues. Full Article Arts & Culture
ul We finally solved the mystery of why this 'boring' bird has such colorful chicks By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 31 Dec 2019 00:53:17 +0000 The American coot is not as boring as it looks. These ducks are hiding some rather mischievous behavior under that boring veneer. Full Article Animals
ul Seagulls like food better if humans touch it first By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 27 Feb 2020 13:25:04 +0000 Seagulls prefer to eat food that people have handled first. Full Article Animals
ul What we know about the mysterious 'Tully Monster' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 16:49:30 +0000 It looks like nothing else ever seen on Earth, but the bizarre 'Tully Monster' is still waiting on a definitive classification. Full Article Animals
ul 6 surprising ways mindfulness meditation can improve your brain By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 06 Dec 2019 17:11:05 +0000 The benefits of mindfulness keep piling up, from growing grey matter to helping you master your emotional responses. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
ul This coronavirus calculator shows how many lives you save with social distancing By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 30 Mar 2020 19:17:42 +0000 Show this coronavirus social distancing calculator to those people in your life who don't 'believe in' staying home. Full Article Responsible Living
ul Introducing moose poop art and the delightfully practical woman who creates it By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 10 Apr 2020 13:37:23 +0000 Mary Winchen, the creator of Tirdy Works, speaks about her moose turd art with just the right combination of seriousness and puns. Full Article Arts & Culture
ul Why copper is so good at killing superbugs (and regular bacteria, too) By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 15 Apr 2020 19:09:53 +0000 Copper is so effective, many experts think we should coat hospital beds, railings and other public furniture with an alloy of the metal. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
ul How regular baths can help ease depression By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 01 May 2020 18:47:03 +0000 Warming the body by 2 degrees with a bath can help regulate serotonin. Another study it can be good for your heart, too. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
ul 5 venomous animals that could save your life By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 16 Apr 2020 18:22:30 +0000 Venomous animals like snakes, bees and spiders may hold the secret to curing cancer, pain management and other diseases. Full Article Animals
ul Biofuel from algae could compete with oil, according to report By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 16 Mar 2011 14:19:46 +0000 By increasing the lipid content, VG Energy says it could make algal biofuel at significantly lower costs. Full Article Energy
ul Gulf of Mexico 'dead zone' may reach record size this summer By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 25 May 2011 17:50:27 +0000 Historic floods and relentless storms are expected to boost the dead zone up to 15 percent larger than ever before, experts say. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
ul How algae could change your world (or at least your car) By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Jul 2011 19:52:14 +0000 Algae-based fuels are finally reaching the commercial stage, and they're already in airplanes and U.S. Navy ships. And they could be coming soon to a gas statio Full Article Transportation
ul D.C.'s reflecting pool is full of algae after $34 million renovation By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 27 Sep 2012 13:36:43 +0000 The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool reopened to the public at the end of August, after an almost 2-year renovation costing $34 million. After being recently fi Full Article Wilderness & Resources
ul AlgaeBulb is an illuminating, oxygen-generating LED By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 07 Jun 2013 01:04:38 +0000 AlgaeBulb, an LED light bulb that, as described, is filled with microorganisms that power the bulb itself. Full Article At Home
ul Common seaweed found to produce a beautiful new type of opal By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 24 Apr 2018 01:25:53 +0000 You've heard of oysters that make pearls, but what about seaweed that makes opals? Full Article Wilderness & Resources
ul Why is mindfulness beneficial for your health? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 20 Mar 2020 16:08:40 +0000 Practicing focus and acceptance can help with everything from stress relief to healthy eating. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
ul What's behind the EPA's new clean air rule? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 08 Jul 2011 19:56:18 +0000 A new EPA rule is aimed at keeping people in the East from suffering the effects of pollution that comes from the West. Full Article Energy
ul Why you should take a bird's-eye view of the Great Barrier Reef By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 15 Sep 2016 09:42:00 +0000 Follow NASA's lead and explore this natural wonder by air. Scientists working for NASA's CORAL project are embarking on a two-month aerial study. Full Article Travel
ul Lifelike, but not alive: These animal sculptures are crafted from newspaper By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 25 Oct 2016 15:00:00 +0000 Old newspapers gain new life as evocative sculptures that tell a story about the relationship between humans and animals. Full Article Arts & Culture
ul Succulent nail art: Gorgeous, weird or both? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 27 Oct 2016 19:49:04 +0000 While not practical for everyday wear, these 'fat plant' manicures from Roz Borg of Arozona Living are sure to spark a conversation. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
ul How to make rice cauliflower By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 19 Jul 2017 20:30:19 +0000 Don't buy popular rice cauliflower at the store when it's so easy to make it yourself. Full Article Recipes
ul Slow Cooker Southern Pulled Pork with Coleslaw By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 27 Jul 2017 20:45:12 +0000 Cajun spices and a vinegar-based coleslaw put a little zing in this pulled pork recipe that's delicious with or without barbecue sauce. Full Article Recipes
ul 7 healthy alternatives to those breakfast foods you shouldn't eat By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 01 Oct 2018 12:21:03 +0000 Some of the most common foods we eat for breakfast so we don't start the day on an empty tank are full of sugar or have little nutrition. Full Article Recipes
ul Could this ancient relic still be the best way to heat your home? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 31 Jan 2019 13:13:01 +0000 Is there a winner in the eternal debate between radiant heat and forced air? Full Article Remodeling & Design
ul How to use succulents as outdoor annuals By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 16 Feb 2019 17:12:00 +0000 Succulents are affordable, low-maintenance and add a nice contrast to your flowers. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
ul Would you lease an Ikea bookcase? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 23 Feb 2019 14:11:34 +0000 To keep its products out of landfills and in the homes of customers for longer, Ikea tests out a furniture leasing program in Switzerland. Full Article At Home
ul I should have no business loving this smart light system, and yet ... By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 13 Apr 2019 16:02:34 +0000 The Nanoleaf Light Panels and Rhythm sensor is all fun, no business. Full Article Remodeling & Design
ul Why the future of housing should be multifamily and multigenerational By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 21 May 2019 10:40:48 +0000 To solve our housing crisis and build homes for aging boomers where they want them, we have to loosen up our concept of neighborhood. Full Article Remodeling & Design
ul Why cohousing could be the answer for aging baby boomers By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 28 May 2019 16:17:25 +0000 Cohousing isn't just a place to live, it's an intentional community. Full Article At Home
ul Spectacular U.K. island seeks rugged gardener By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 05 Jun 2019 17:42:24 +0000 St. Michael's Mount off the coast of Cornwall is looking for someone to live there and care for its ancient gardens. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening