sh 12 astonishing facts about jellyfish By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 25 Sep 2019 16:04:51 +0000 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. Full Article Animals
sh Ancient scrolls sealed shut by Vesuvius reveal some of their secrets By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 07 Oct 2019 17:07:19 +0000 The Herculaneum scrolls are an archaeological detective story 2,000 years in the making. Full Article Arts & Culture
sh New variety of 'golden rice' will soon be grown in Bangladesh By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 22 Nov 2019 18:48:52 +0000 The genetically modified rice variety is laced with essential vitamins. Full Article Healthy Eating
sh Hermit crabs are dying by the millions after swapping their shells for plastic By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sun, 15 Dec 2019 01:21:24 +0000 Researchers counted nearly 600,000 dead hermit crabs on one island chain alone. Full Article Animals
sh Magnetic north shifting by 30 miles a year, might signal pole reversal By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 18 Dec 2019 16:37:56 +0000 The magnetic pole is moving faster than at any time in human history, causing major problems for navigation and migratory wildlife. Full Article Climate & Weather
sh We may know how the bizarre, cigar-shaped interstellar object 'Oumuamua was formed By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 17 Apr 2020 20:05:26 +0000 The object 'Oumuamua may have been tumbling through interstellar space for billions of years, scientists say. Full Article Space
sh One of the oldest bald eagles ever recorded just crashed through a man's window By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 31 Jan 2020 14:18:22 +0000 The eagle that smashed through a Wyoming man's window was bearing a leg band from 1989. Full Article Animals
sh Why a turtle's shell is so important By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 04 Feb 2020 14:25:52 +0000 A turtle's shell is a lot more fragile than it looks, which is we need to stop looking at it as a suit of armor. Full Article Animals
sh States join global push to ban animal testing By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 04 Feb 2020 20:09:20 +0000 Dozens of countries have banned cosmetics tested on animals, and now more U.S. states are doing the same. Full Article Animals
sh What is the 'windshield phenomenon'? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 21 Feb 2020 17:00:27 +0000 Popularized in 2017, the windshield phenomenon is used to describe the lack of insects on a windshield after a drive, a sign of a dwindling bug population. Full Article Animals
sh With humans in lockdown, animals flourish By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 14 Apr 2020 16:48:49 +0000 Wildlife may be making a comeback while humans stay home during the coronavirus lockdown. Full Article Animals
sh Horses and dogs share universal play language By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 20 Apr 2020 15:56:20 +0000 Despite their size difference, horses and dogs understand and mimic each other when they play. Full Article Animals
sh Garter snakes form surprisingly strong, human-like friendships By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 16:27:36 +0000 New research finds eastern garter snakes prefer to spend their time with their friends, just like humans do. Full Article Animals
sh Fisherman visits dolphin every day to make up for the missing tourists By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 18:16:28 +0000 Without humans visiting him, loneliness was starting to wear on this bottlenose dolphin. Full Article Animals
sh No matter your age, it's the quality of friendships that matters, not quantity By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 29 Nov 2019 17:45:15 +0000 New research about relationships backs up this age-old adage. Full Article Responsible Living
sh You're busy. Here's how to (really) make time for friendships By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 24 Dec 2019 14:20:45 +0000 It might take a little more effort than when you were younger, but it's worth it to keep your friends close. Full Article Responsible Living
sh Big fashion companies finally join consumers to stop the massive clothing waste problem By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 20 Jan 2020 16:03:09 +0000 There are smart, innovative alternatives to incinerating and landfilling apparel. Full Article Natural Beauty & Fashion
sh How often do you really need to shower? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 20 Feb 2020 17:05:25 +0000 Most people think showering once a day is the norm, but here's why it might be healthier to skip a day or two. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
sh 'Cashless' stores don't work for everyone By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 06 Mar 2020 18:08:04 +0000 A cashless store or even a cashless society is more convenient for businesses, so some try to avoid cash, but our society need bills and change to be equitable. Full Article Personal Finance
sh 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
sh Eco-friendly dishwashing detergents fall short with consumers By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 21 Sep 2010 16:30:20 +0000 Reduction of dangerous phosphates in cleaners has some protesting lack of cleaning prowess. Full Article Responsible Living
sh Danish designers transform seaweed into stylish home furnishings By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 03 Feb 2015 00:20:27 +0000 Finally, a clever use for marine algae that appeals to both Danish mer-folk and lovers of Scandinavian design. Full Article Remodeling & Design
sh It's alive! Urban Algae Canopy produces shade, dietary supplements By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 15 May 2015 20:15:26 +0000 At Expo 2015, this work of 'bio-digital architecture' stands as a living, breathing spirulina snack machine. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
sh An ancient army of algae may have shaped life on Earth as we know it By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 18 Aug 2017 14:59:11 +0000 We may owe our very existence to microscopic organisms that forever altered the food web. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
sh What is ayahuasca, the shaman's brew? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 21 Nov 2019 14:31:45 +0000 Anthropologist Robin Rodd weighs in on the mind-altering herbal drink, ayahuasca, said to have healing properties. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
sh 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
sh Why the biggest dinosaurs had the flashiest head gear By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 29 Sep 2016 10:08:12 +0000 Theropods like the T. Rex have their bony cranial ornamentation to thank for their enormous size. Full Article Animals
sh Pumpkin the raccoon thinks she's a dog By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 04 Oct 2016 18:47:02 +0000 After being rescued as a baby, this little raccoon now lives a life of luxury in the Bahamas. Full Article Animals
sh Time-lapse artist shines macro lens on contracting corals By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 05 Oct 2016 11:12:24 +0000 'Coral Colors' showcases the psychedelic beauty of marine invertebrates. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
sh After 25 years as a trash dump, San Cristobal Canyon bounces back By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 27 Oct 2016 11:37:12 +0000 Following years of misuse, gorgeous canyon gains new life as one of Puerto Rico's most important ecological attractions. Full Article Travel
sh Put yourself in Curiosity's shoes with 360-degree view of Mars By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 10 Sep 2018 15:01:39 +0000 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. Full Article Space
sh How to make the most of the season's shortest days By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 19 Dec 2018 16:08:33 +0000 With the Earth's axis now tilting at 23.5 degrees, the northern hemisphere is at its farthest point from the sun. Full Article Family Activities
sh Strange wave-shaped clouds roll across Mount Pisgah By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 20 Jun 2019 19:00:38 +0000 At first glance, you might assume this image is the result of some elaborate Photoshop trick, but trust us, it's 100 percent real! Full Article Climate & Weather
sh Sun flashes jack-o'-lantern grin in uncanny NASA photo By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Oct 2019 14:34:05 +0000 A spooky face emerges from the sun's corona in this image captured by NASA's Solar Dynamics Observatory. Full Article Space
sh There's an eggnog shortage? No problem By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 22 Dec 2016 17:26:52 +0000 Record eggnog sales are causing some manufacturers to cry "Shortage!" We've seen this before, and we know what to do. Full Article Recipes
sh 7 Lenten dishes that make you forget meat By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 07 Mar 2017 17:37:08 +0000 During the season of Lent, many Christians forgo meat. That doesn't mean dinner can't be delicious. Full Article Recipes
sh How to make Corned Beef Hash By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 13 Mar 2017 15:37:32 +0000 Turn your corned beef leftovers from St. Patrick's Day into a quick, anytime meal. Full Article Recipes
sh How to peel hard-boiled eggs by shaking them By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 07 Aug 2017 18:05:54 +0000 You can quickly peel several hard-boiled eggs at once using this simply shaking method. Full Article Recipes
sh Everything you need to know about mashed potatoes just in time for Thanksgiving By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 16 Nov 2017 16:57:17 +0000 'Hell's Kitchen All Stars' Chef Barbie Marshall shares her tips to making perfect mashed potatoes, including why starting in cold water is the only way to go. Full Article Recipes
sh How to make fresh breadcrumbs By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 18 Jul 2018 18:11:28 +0000 A rundown of the many questions that arise when a recipe calls for fresh breadcrumbs, like do you use soft fresh bread or let it get stale first? Full Article Recipes
sh 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
sh 9 unexpected dishes you can make with quinoa By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 16 Jan 2019 17:02:06 +0000 On National Quinoa Day, try this versatile superfood in creative new recipes, like chocolate cookies, veggie burgers, yogurt parfaits and more. Full Article Recipes
sh 10 ways to eat Chayote squash By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sun, 03 Feb 2019 15:11:44 +0000 Chayote, a pear-shaped gourd, is this year's "it" vegetable. Full Article Recipes
sh Replenish: The Unsung 'R' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 31 Jan 2019 20:52:20 +0000 When it comes to sustainable living, you know about the three Rs: reduce, reuse, recycle. But how much do you know about the fourth R, replenish? Full Article At Home
sh 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
sh 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
sh Why you should talk to your plants By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 04 Nov 2019 16:05:29 +0000 Research shows that talking to houseplants can help their growth — and now there's a new book full of bedtime stories just for them. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
sh 'Downsize' shows you how to think big when living small By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 09 Nov 2019 14:40:37 +0000 The new book by Sheri Koones is full of beautiful homes and good ideas. Full Article Remodeling & Design
sh How much should we worry about pyrethrins and pyrethroids? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 09 Jan 2020 13:58:03 +0000 Flea collars, lawn-care products, insect repellant and de-licing products could be harming more than just pests. Full Article At Home
sh Why you should plant a victory garden By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 18 Mar 2020 17:44:59 +0000 Grab your shovel and some seeds and combat climate change and whatever life brings with a backyard garden. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening