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Happy Darwin Day

Charles Darwin's birthday has become a global holiday for science.



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Big predators are showing up in surprising places more often. (That's a good sign.)

Conservation efforts are helping some large predators reclaim ancestral habitats, a new study finds.




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Feral cats in Australia kill 7 animals per day

Researchers in Australia strap cameras on feral cats to track their kills.




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(Un) Happy Earth Overshoot Day

Earth Overshoot Day is the day we go into 'nature debt,' utilizing more than the year's supply of water, forest and agricultural resources.



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Why the Great Barrier Reef is in danger

One of Earth's most impressive ecosystems is in dire straits. Here are the main issues threatening this magnificent natural wonder.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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3 new toad species found in Nevada — but one may already be in trouble

The newly discovered species have been isolated from other toads for 650,000 years.




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Earth Day games

Taking care of the Earth is frequently on our minds, but in honor of Earth Day on April 22, people often look to take that observance more seriously.




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Earth Day deals 2011

Saving a buck while doing your part to save the Earth is a great way to mark Earth Day. Like most holidays, Earth Day presents ample opportunities to score a de



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Picnic for the Planet on Earth Day

The Nature Conservancy wants everyone to enjoy the earth this Earth Day by gathering outside to enjoy a meal. We've got some ideas to make sure your picnic hono




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Disneynature's 'African Cats' in theaters for Earth Day

A heads-up to parents about Disneynature's newest release follows the story of two feline families struggling to survive in the African savannah.




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10 green ideas for Earth Day

From eco-snacks to community-wide green events, here are 10 great ways to celebrate and protect the planet.




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Earth Day 2011 events

Earth Day events and rallies will be held in several cities around the country. Here’s a quick look at some of the big ones.



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Earth Day: Green biz news roundup

Free coffee at Starbucks, carbon offsets and sustainable seafood are just a few examples of what businesses are doing in honor of Earth Day.



  • Sustainable Business Practices

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Get your run on for Earth Day

Lace up your sneakers and grab the kids for one of these family-friendly running races for Earth Day.




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Earth Day from the South Lawn

Nancy Sutley, chair of the Council on Environmental Quality, and Heather Zichal, deputy assistant to the president for Energy and Climate Change, take your ques




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Earth Day's framing problem

By treating 'the environment' as something outside our daily lives, Earth Day is no longer calibrated to meet the scope of the climate and energy crises — nor



  • Climate & Weather

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For Earth Day, a different kind of community theatre

It would be safe to say that Brooklyn's Big Green Theater — an eco-education program where kids create plays performed by adult actors — isn't what most f



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18 Earth Day facts

These Earth Day facts shed some light on the annual tradition and how it has changed over time.




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Earth Day: The game

Take a journey through decades of U.S. environmental history with MNN's Earth Day board game.




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Earth Day entertainment guide

Your guide to TV and movies celebrating the planet for Earth Week 2012.



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Earth Day: 8 epic videos of our planet

In honor of Earth Day's namesake orb, here's a time-lapse tour of Earth itself.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Giant Earth Day Sale! Everything Must Go!

No generations in the history of human civilization have consumed as much of the planet's natural bounty as the ones alive today. So what are we doing this Eart




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12 deals for Earth Day 2012

Retailers can't seem to let a holiday pass without building a sale around it. Fortunately, these companies' Earth Day promotions focus on eco-friendly products.




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Easy-going fun for Earth Day

Keep it simple this Earth Day with these easy-going, eco-savvy ideas.




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Let's get Earth Day over with so we can get back to education and action

As marketers use Earth Day to hock anything and everything, including a 'Real Housewives' episode, bloggers weigh in on the ridiculousness of it all.




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Weekend reads: Earth Day edition

Groupon deals, rain barrels, epic videos and the marketing hype surrounding Earth Day.



  • Sustainable Business Practices

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How does a holiday become a holiday?

World Elephant Day, National Dog Day and Southern Hemisphere Hoodie-Hoo Day are just a few celebratory days to mark on your calendar.



  • Arts & Culture

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Captivate Network launches Earth Day photo contest

A picture of your favorite place could win you, and the charity of your choice, $1,000.



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Teachers: Submit your Earth Day lesson plan, win cool stuff

Submit your Earth Day lesson plan to this contest and you win could tons of cool prizes for your classroom.




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How will you spend Earth Day?

Green moms from around the Web share their plans for celebrating Earth Day this year.




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Earth Day: A history of green awareness

A look at Earth Day's history and six things you can do to make the planet better.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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TV shows celebrates Earth Day

Your guide to the holiday's planet-centric programs.



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Google Doodle for Earth Day is an interactive delight

The search engine shows the globe some love in celebration of April 22.




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22 Earth Day activities for kids

Not sure how to celebrate Earth Day with your family? Here are 22 eco-savvy ideas to get you started.




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NASA satellites celebrate Earth Day

In honor of Earth Day, NASA has released an awe-inspiring video of the best imagery captured by its Earth-observing satellites.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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How President Nixon spied on Earth Day

The launch of Earth Day in 1970 raised suspicions in Washington, D.C.




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Earth Day-themed entertainment bonanza will keep you busy this month

Celebrate the planet with these TV shows, movies and even a radio program.



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5 eco-awesome Earth Day books for kids

Cuddle up with your favorite snuggle bunny and one of these great green reads to celebrate Earth Day with your family.




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National parks strut their spring stuff for Earth Day

Celebrate National Parks Week and Earth Day with us with this breathtaking visual tour of some of the most beautiful sights in America's national parks.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Get out in nature and take a #NatureSelfie this Earth Day

If nothing else, taking a picture of yourself in nature for Earth Day will get you outside.




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TV shows and movies that celebrate Earth Day

From environmental tips to hanging out with monkeys, there's no shortage of Earth Day entertainment.



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Toast Earth Day with sustainable California wines

Meet the winners of the first California Green Medal: Sustainable Winegrowing Leadership Awards.




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Why we should rename a day of the week for Earth

A new MNN comic explains why we should rename 'Wednesday' in honor of our home planet.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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As U.N. makes history on Earth Day, Leonardo DiCaprio reminds us not to rest on laurels

More than 170 world leaders signed the Paris Agreement on Earth Day 2016, but that's just the beginning.



  • Climate & Weather

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5 easy ways to use your images for good on Nature Photography Day

On Nature Photography Day, take your camera outside to make a difference for wildlife!



  • Arts & Culture

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Killer whale calf's birth is a ray of hope for endangered Puget Sound group

It's the first birth spotted so far this season.




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For this beautiful bird, life is better with zygodactyl feet

If a bird has zygodactyl feet, that means two toes point forward and two point back. This makes life easier for woodpeckers, owls, parrots and ospreys.




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Daily Briefing: Tues. 5/10/2011

River crests in Memphis, fracking linked to water pollution, scientists speak with dolphins, and climate changes causes chaos for penguins.



  • Green News Roundup

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Small Business Saturday

American Express is encouraging its card members to shop at small businesses this Saturday.




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Father's Day grilling: Green your meat

Dad will as usual be manning the grill, Father's Day or not, but you can make it special for him by sourcing the highest quality, healthiest meat.