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Man cuts lawns for the needy in all 50 states

Rodney Smith Jr. launched a grassroots movement, Raising Men Lawn Care Service, to change the world with his lawn mower.




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Dutch inventor launches ocean cleanup mission

Boyan Slat’s system has arrived at the Great Pacific Garbage Patch, and it's already collecting plastic.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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'Gruesome Grannies' and 10-year-olds shut down London for the Extinction Rebellion

This revolution isn't being led by baby boomers, but they are a big part of it.




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A beautiful thing happened after coal-fired plants were shut down in the U.S.

A new study finds dramatic benefits locally from shutting down coal plants.




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Tom Talks: Personal Courage, Ethics and Reputation

Southern Company CEO Tom Fanning discusses why our ethics and values are critical to our personal and professional character.




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Southern Company, local distillery partner for hand sanitizer

Southern Company’s response to the coronavirus is rooted in Our Values and our commitment to Safety First for our teammates, customers and communities.




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GPS goes out when you're flying. Now what?

The FAA has warned that some unidentified tests on the West Coast will jam GPS signals — but how do pilots deal?



  • Gadgets & Electronics

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This company will plan your next trip, but they won't tell where you're going until you leave

Are you spontaneous enough to take a surprise vacation? Try travel company Pack Up + Go.




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Aisle or window seat? Your choice can reveal a lot about you

If you prefer a window, does that mean that you're more selfish?




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12 astonishing facts about jellyfish

Jellyfish have outlived the dinosaurs by hundreds of millions of years, some might be capable of living forever, and they've even been to space.




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Ancient scrolls sealed shut by Vesuvius reveal some of their secrets

The Herculaneum scrolls are an archaeological detective story 2,000 years in the making.



  • Arts & Culture

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Everything we thought we knew about dark energy might be wrong

Startling new research suggests that dark energy might be nothing more than a simple measurement mistake.




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We know more about how the victims of Vesuvius died — and it's grim

The volcanic eruption of Vesuvius in A.D. 79 was so intense it turned one man's brain into glass.



  • Arts & Culture

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No age group is immune to coronavirus, but why are so few infants getting sick?

Scientists are at a loss to explain why infants seem largely resistant to the coronavirus, but new studies are providing clues.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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This little owl was found in a ditch, but her reason for being there was a surprise

A rescued owl nicknamed Plump had to go on a diet so she could fly again.




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This one cave salamander stayed completely still for 7 years, but it wasn't dead

Maybe it was on a meditation retreat.




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Orangutan reaches out to 'rescue' man

Orangutan extends hand to 'rescue' man in snake-infested water during safari in Borneo.




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5 surprising facts about the creepy-cute aye-aye

The aye-aye is an unusual animal with looks that freaks people out, but it's actually one amazing creature.




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10 surprising facts about Neanderthals

Neanderthals were more sophisticated and similar to humans than you might expect.




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10 fascinating facts about polar bears

From the color of their skin to their amazing swimming ability, polar bears are full of surprises.




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15 facts about the oddball kakapo

The endangered kakapo parrot smells funny, can't fly and takes courtship seriously.




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After a 240-year hiatus, white-tailed eagles are coming back to southern England

A lot is riding on the wings of six baby sea eagles released on the Isle of Wight. They are pioneers of a project to bring the birds back to southern England.




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What we know about the mysterious 'Tully Monster'

It looks like nothing else ever seen on Earth, but the bizarre 'Tully Monster' is still waiting on a definitive classification.




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We don't know how bright the moon is — but we need to

Figuring out the precise brightness of the moon will help with more accurate satellite views.




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What you can do to reduce microfiber pollution

Every time we wash synthetic fabrics like polyester, very small pieces break off and flow down the drain into our local waterways.



  • Natural Beauty & Fashion

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A third of Americans believe in UFOs, but they aren't all looking for the same thing

A new book, "They Are Already Here" by Sarah Scoles, looks at the people who are obsessed with unidentified flying objects — but for different reasons.




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Add some automation to your chicken coop

One way to make life a little easier is to focus first on the door of the coop. Here's how.



  • Gadgets & Electronics

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Common seaweed found to produce a beautiful new type of opal

You've heard of oysters that make pearls, but what about seaweed that makes opals?



  • Wilderness & Resources

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What you don't know about seaweed

You may not realize it, but seaweed is utterly essential to our world.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Acid rain solutions

Explore a variety of solutions for acid rain.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Air pollution now a top 10 disease health risk

Air pollution from auto exhaust and other sources now poses one of the most serious health risks.




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Why is the sky so blue in autumn?

Have you ever looked up on a crisp fall day and noticed how brilliant and clear the blue sky is? That's not just your imagination.



  • Climate & Weather

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Why do leaves change color in autumn?

Learn about the natural mechanisms that produce breathtaking fall leaf colors each year.



  • Climate & Weather

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13 quotes about the cozy nostalgia of autumn

What you experience in autumn is hard to express in words — but that hasn't stopped writers and thinkers around the world from trying.



  • Climate & Weather

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8 demystifying facts about the snow leopard

Also known as an 'ounce,' snow leopards are one of the most elusive mammals in the world.




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The story of modern orangutans in 6 arresting photographs

Award-winning photographer Tim Laman explores the imperiled lives and lost culture of orangutans in Borneo and Sumatra.




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Lifelike, but not alive: These animal sculptures are crafted from newspaper

Old newspapers gain new life as evocative sculptures that tell a story about the relationship between humans and animals.



  • Arts & Culture

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5 facts about Vieques' bioluminescent Mosquito Bay

Visiting Puerto Rico? Don't forget to plan a visit to the island of Vieques, where you can take a starlit kayak trip on the world's brightest bio bay.




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Photographer captures the beauty and symmetry of Hanoi's street vendors

Dutch photographer Loes Heerink highlights the colorful diversity of Vietnam's bicycle-riding fruit sellers.




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Jill Pelto's watercolors illustrate the strange beauty of climate change data

Artist and scientist Jill Pelto hopes to inspire people to take action by imbuing her dreamy paintings with hard scientific data and field research.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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These newly discovered peacock spiders will change your mind about arachnids

Many people don't see arachnids as 'cute,' but maybe they've never laid eyes on a peacock jumping spider.




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1,000 rescued mutts live the life at Costa Rica's 'Land of the Strays'

'The Land of the Strays' is a dog's paradise.




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Quokka selfies take the internet by storm (but not everyone thinks that's a good thing)

Due to their seemingly ever-smiling demeanor, these small marsupials are the perfect selfie buddies.




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Planet or not, you can't discount the extraordinary beauty of Pluto

A new study brings up an old argument about that weird definition of a planet.




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Put yourself in Curiosity's shoes with 360-degree view of Mars

Panorama gives viewers a glimpse of the geological landmarks in Curiosity's vicinity, including the Gale Crater Rim, Upper Mount Sharp and the Murray Buttes.




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The story behind kudzu, the vine that's still eating the South

These leafy figures may be fascinating, but their comical appearance belies a sobering ecological reality.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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What the heck is a tanuki? 8 things you didn't know about raccoon dogs

Native to East Asia, these frequently misrepresented animals are gentle creatures that serve as major icons in Japanese culture.




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13 images and facts about misunderstood bats

Some people see them as pests, but bats are among the most fascinating and ecologically indispensable animals on Earth.




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9 illuminating facts about iguanas

Here's your crash course on the wonderful world of iguanas.




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Make herb butter to preserve the last of your garden herbs

This DIY kitchen project couldn't be easier.