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Parents, 'No loud children allowed' policies are about you, not your kids

A California restaurant asks families with loud children to leave.




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James Cameron shows off his biodynamic farm

Director and wife Suzy Amis also reveal that they went vegan after watching the documentary 'Forks Over Knives.'



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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New book highlights California’s sustainable winegrowing

“Down to Earth” highlights the sustainability inititaives at several of California’s wineries and opens up your sustainable wine choices.




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6 egg safety rules you should follow

Keep yourself safe from bacteria like salmonella by following these tips.




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We tested these 5 microwave hacks

Which microwaves hacks are worth using, which aren't worth your time and which one is a party game changer?




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How do we keep up with all the food recalls?

With so many recalls, it's difficult to keep up with all the information — even when it's about an item in your pantry.




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Do you know what these food certification labels mean?

Non-GMO. Organic. Fair trade. You see these labels on all kinds of products, but do you know what they mean? Take this quiz to find out.




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People once used nuclear radiation to grow really big plants

After World War II, a government program called Atoms for Peace aimed to find a peaceful use for nuclear power. And thus, the atomic garden was born.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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The raw sprouts you love are now safer to eat

The FDA is stepping up food safety measures for raw sprouts, a living food that's prone to carrying foodborne illnesses.




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How does salmonella get into eggs?

The shell doesn't always protect eggs from becoming infected with salmonella.




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How to peel and cut a mango like an expert

Mango is a delicious fruit that can be a pain to cut. Here's how the pros do it gto et the most fruit without hassle or harm.




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How long do nuts last?

Most nuts are safe to eat past their best-by date, but eventually almonds, cashews and other nuts will go rancid.




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Unpaid FDA inspectors tackle high-risk facilities as shutdown continues

The government shutdown has forced the Food and Drug Administration to significantly reduce the number of inspections it's able to do.



  • Protection & Safety

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Los Angeles Auto Show preview: Hot hatches, hybrids and electric vehicles

The LA show, opening this week, features some intriguing green concept cars...headed for production. Are you ready for a compact hybrid Lexus, a 170-mpg VW and




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Titanium 'leaves' could unlock hydrogen power

The Artificial Inorganic Leaf (AIL) may unlock the secrets to producing cheap, clean hydrogen by mimicking the photosynthetic structure of the leaf.



  • Gadgets & Electronics

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Green tech plugs in at Japanese electronics show

A visit to Panasonic's Eco Ideas House and to the big Tokyo electronics show, which embraced green this year, incorporating the electric car into a smart grid v




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Zero-emission fuel cell backup power now available for RVs

Unit from Germany is the answer for off-grid campsites, providing access to 'Glee' reruns, night lighting and microwaves that brown.




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Fuel-cell dreams: Powering houses and cars with zero-emission energy

Big hydrogen power plants like the one just installed in Bridgeport, Conn., can complement a fleet of fuel-cell cars.




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How Hyundai is making a car that helps grow fish and produce

Hyundai provided its ix35 fuel-cell car as part of a unique and sustainable city garden in London.




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Our fuel-cell future: Hydrogen cars at the LA Auto Show

Automakers are finally rolling out the high-tech zero-emission vehicles they've been working on for 30 years.




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How to see the Geminid meteor shower

December is a chilly time for stargazing, but catching a glimpse of the Geminids makes it all worthwhile.




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Jupiter's atmosphere is still putting on a show

NASA continues to share stunning images from Juno's travels around Jupiter, and they put the planet in a whole new light.




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Everything you need to know about the Mars 2020 rover

NASA's latest red planet rover look for signs of ancient life as it paves the way for human exploration.




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This stellar fight caused a beautiful cosmic rainbow

A cosmic collision between two stars caused a stunning gas rainbow reaction.




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9 things you didn't know about astronaut Christina Koch

NASA astronaut Christina Koch returned to Earth after spending 328 days in space.




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What we're learning about Arrokoth, formerly known as Ultima Thule

NASA has released 'astonishing' results from the first up-close flyby of a Kuiper Belt space rock.




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NASA video reconstructs the harrowing lunar journey of Apollo 13

Using images from its Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter spacecraft, NASA reveals the moon's 'dark side' in 4K as observed by the Apollo 13 astronauts.




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We're drowning in stuff, and this study proves it's making us miserable

A 2012 study of homes in L.A. shows just how menacing stuff can be: "Many find their accumulated possessions exhausting to contemplate, organize, and clean."




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When you have 5 generations under one roof, the club sandwich metaphor has to grow up

Multi-generation living may get even more multi-generational if current demographic trends — like boomers aging — continue.



  • Remodeling & Design

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Bikes for boomers are lower and slower

Islabike introduces a new line of bikes designed for aging riders.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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How to keep biking at 96 years old

Dutch cyclist Egbert Brasjen started riding at age 65 and just kept on going.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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How do you like them bananas?

7-Eleven is selling plastic-wrapped bananas that stay fresh longer. Is the convenience store chain slapping Mother Nature in the face?




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Oregon natural foods business gives full ownership to employees

Bob's Red Mill, an internationally renowned natural foods flouring mill and market, is now completely owned by its 209 proud employees.




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Finally, reality TV that shows the real New Jersey

‘NJ FRESH!’ showcases why New Jersey is rightly called The Garden State.




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Farmers markets growing at a brisk pace, and other encouraging farmers market news

Farmers markets are making news for encouraging reasons. Find out what’s happening around the country.




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Shoppers growing warmer on buying local

Public campaigns designed to boost consumer interest in shopping at small and independent businesses appear to be paying off.



  • Sustainable Business Practices

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Do you know who farms your flowers?

The USDA wants Americans to "Know Their Farmers, Know Their Flowers."




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Sustainable foodies, know your limitations

You can still be a proud sustainable foodie if you don’t grow your vegetables, raise your chickens or do it all yourself.




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How to eat local during the winter months

It's harder to eat local as the days get shorter, but it's possible. Here's how.




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10 summer, veggie-heavy slow cooker recipes

Cook dinner without heating up your kitchen with one of these vegetarian slow cooker recipes.




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Pureed Tomato, Eggplant and Yellow Bell Pepper Soup

The nip in the air says it's time to transition from summer cooking to fall cooking with this end-of-summer vegetable soup.




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How many of us live in 2 food worlds?

We may aspire to eat like foodies, but in reality, we often reach for 'familiar' fare.




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How to use food stamps at farmers markets

Some markets are getting creative to make sure all SNAP recipients have access to fresh, local, healthy food.




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Blue Legacy - How farmers may hurt the fishermen

What farmers along the Mississippi do directly affects lives of fishermen in the Gulf of Mexico.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Blue Legacy - Louisiana: Downstream dead zone

Local young people are leaving the wetlands for jobs in cities partly because the Dead Zone is eradicating the Gulf of Mexico’s shrimp supplies.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Into the unknown: Exploring New Mammoth Cave

Alexandra Cousteau ventures out of sight, deep into the cool world of New Mammoth Cave in Tennessee.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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10 Halloween costumes made of cardboard

Whip up some cool Halloween costume ideas, starting with simple cardboard.




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How to make a Swedish fire log

Swedish fire torches burn from the inside out, and the fire can last for two to five hours depending on the size and material of the wood.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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How to make easy coasters with an animal theme

These coasters are a cinch to customize for the animal-lovers in your life.




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How to make your own faux cacti

Don't have a green thumb? These painted rocks will solve that problem.



  • Arts & Culture