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Visualize nuclear power and radiation

These maps, graphs and charts will answer your questions about radiation exposure and nuclear energy.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Nuclear radiation influences boy-to-girl ratio

New study finds that nuclear radiation from bomb tests and power plant accidents leads to the birth of more boys than girls.



  • Babies & Pregnancy

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Earless rabbit born in Japan sparks fears about radiation

An earless rabbit allegedly born near Japan's severely damaged Fukushima nuclear plant has become the latest poster child for the side effects of radiation expo




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Japanese homeowners to add climbing plants in place of window units this summer

As Japan faces energy restrictions after a particularly trying month of March, normally AC-happy citizens are faced with a daunting prospect: Getting through th




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Japanese researchers find better way to remove radiation from soil

Scientists have improved on a method that uses an acidic solution to remove radioactive material from soil.



  • Research & Innovations

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Japan braces for attacks by gigantic mutant radioactive monkeys

Japanese researchers will release monkeys into the radioactive zone near Fukishima nuclear plant to test radiation levels. What could possibly go wrong?




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New report quantifies just how badly Russian waters are polluted by radioactive waste

According to a government study, Russia is covered with tens of thousands of ecological disasters.




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Kodak had a 'secret' nuclear reactor

A new report reveals that the Kodak industrial facility in upstate New York was home to a small nuclear reactor filled with weapons-grade uranium for more than




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Mutant butterflies found emerging from Fukushima radiation

Researchers have discovered that the butterflies' mutations are multiplying at an alarming rate through successive generations. If genetic damage done to one ge




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Where is Halliburton's radioactive cylinder?

Somewhere in West Texas is a 7-inch radioactive cylinder that Halliburton would like to find. Anyone who comes across it is advised to keep their distance.



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Ed Koch, dead at 88, leaves unique environmental legacy

The three-term New York mayor was famous for his outspoken persona and economic rekindling, but he also had a little-known green streak.




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New radiation-proof underwear can protect your privates from Fukushima fallout

A Japanese company is looking to profit from continuing fears about Fukushima radiation, by selling radiation-proof underwear.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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How much radiation from Fukushima will hit the West Coast?

Scientists are using crowdsourcing to test the water along the Pacific Coast of North America, a project that could predict future risks.




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Did kitty litter contribute to a radiation leak?

So-called "green" kitty litter may be a good idea for eco-conscious cat lovers, but it's a bad idea for nuclear waste storage.



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Fukushima radiation detected off California coast

Extremely low levels of radioactive cesium from the Fukushima nuclear meltdown are present in ocean water offshore California.



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Highest concentrations of Fukushima radiation in U.S. waters detected near San Francisco

Even years after the onset of the Fukushima nuclear disaster, radiation is still making its way across the Pacific.



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Radioactive diamonds are turned into batteries that last for thousands of years

They might sound a little pricey, but these might be the longest lasting batteries ever created.




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Canada's Kootenay National Park home to 'mother lode' of fossils

Many of the well-preserved fossils show the internal organs of several different arthropods.



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Canada, Denmark wage 'whisky war' on the rocks

After decades of spirited debate, relations may finally be thawing over a disputed island in the Arctic.



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Hermit crabs are attracted to the smell of their own dead, for one very morbid reason

Gatherings of hermit crabs over a deceased crab may look like a funeral, but they have a much more selfish purpose.




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Off-Broadway play uses puppets to tell a powerful environmental story

In "Ajijaak on Turtle Island," a young crane's migration journey brings Native American stories to life.



  • Arts & Culture

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This scuba-diving lizard breathes by blowing an air bubble over its head

Researcher Lindsey Swierk discovered that when water anoles flee underwater to escape predators, they stay underwater for a long time.




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The Tesla Roadster: An electric bat out of hell

The Tesla Roadster always looked good on paper, but there's no substitute for actually driving one. Waiting for the electric future? It's here!




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Lease a Tesla Roadster today

Tesla Motors announces a new lease option for its electric supercar -- only $1,658 per month.




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Prime parking: Tesla Roadster parks in Moscow's Red Square

During the Russian leg of the Odyssey of Pioneers tour, the Tesla Roadster received clearance to park in Moscow’s famed Red Square.




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Tesla Roadster rap perfect for IPO celebrations

'Dippin’ in my Tesla' not likely to get radio playtime, but it won't make your ears bleed either.



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Tesla Roadster 2.5: As the IPO soars, an icon gets a facelift

Tesla is running on glamor after launching its public offering, but its putting on a new shine with a freshening for the Roadster. No, it doesn't go any faster.




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Meet Tom Gage, the man who could have founded Tesla (but had other ideas)

Tom Gage was one of the creators of the high-performance electric TZero, the car that inspired the Tesla Roadster. But he didn't want to be a carmaker. Instead,




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Tesla Roadster: The end of an era

The Tesla Roadster is nearing the end of its production run.




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From Tesla Roadster to Model S sedan

Alison and her husband Doug are upgrading from the Tesla Roadster to the Model S sedan to accommodate their growing family.




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George Clooney auctioning his Tesla Roadster

Cash raised will benefit efforts to monitor the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the Sudan.



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George Clooney's Tesla Roadster left him stranded

Actor tells Esquire magazine that his early-model 2008 Tesla Roadster was not the most dependable vehicle.




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Cruising Tesla still faces bumpy road ahead

The company's stock is in high gear, its sales exceed expectations and two new models are coming. Tesla is disruptive for sure, but not trouble-free.




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London's iconic phone booths reborn as solar gadget-charging kiosks

A new scheme gives London's iconic-yet-disused phone booths a 21st century makeover as solar-powered gadget charging stations.



  • Gadgets & Electronics

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Poop-powered airport shuttle bus hits the road in the U.K.

Powered by food scraps and sewage, Bio-Bus carries commuters and tourists between Bristol Airport and Bath.




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London's flamboyant Olympic tower to get white-knuckle new addition

If there ever were a super-tall public sculpture begging for a tunnel slide ....



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World's first vertical cable car attracts critics, admirers and guerrilla BASE jumpers

The British Airways i360 isn't even due to open until August.



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Why Mr. Potato Head is looking a bit wonky these days

A malformed version of the well-accessorized spud is raising awareness of food waste in the U.K.




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Hordes of insects migrate overhead each year

Migrating insects are usually overshadowed by birds. But a new study reveals how impressive — and important — their travels can be.




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Use the power of pineapple for a homemade facial scrub

This homemade facial scrub with pineapple and sugar is an anti-inflammatory beauty option with anti-aging properties.



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Christmas recipe: Panettone bread pudding

The traditional Italian holiday bread is used to make a warm, slightly sweet dessert.




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Sweet, fair trade pineapples

Find juicy fair trade pineapples at your local Whole Foods store -- and enter to win a trip to Costa Rica.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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Wheat surpasses white in sliced bread sales

Whole wheat beats white bread sales for the first time.




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Trader Joe's peanut butter recall spreads to other brands, nut butters and tahini

What started off as a recall of one version of Trader Joe’s peanut butter has spread to other brands of peanut butter, other nut butters and tahini.




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Watch: YouTube cooking show that centers on traditional food

Ariyele Ressler features simple, nourishing recipes in her YouTube cooking channel.




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Is it OK to eat bread again?

It’s fallen out of dietary favor, but bread can be part of a healthy diet if you make smart choices.




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5 ways to add raw cocoa powder to your diet

Here are five delicious ideas for getting more healthy cocoa in your daily diet without any guilt.




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The mighty avocado: 10 recipes featuring this miracle fruit

This incredible fruit boasts a wealth of nutritional benefits. If you've been avoiding them because of the cost, we'll show you why you shouldn't.




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9 recipes for walnuts to add this super-nut into your diet

Walnuts offer so many health benefits, you'll want to add them to every meal. And we can help you with that!




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6 delicious recipes to add chia seeds to your daily diet

Chia seeds are touted for their fantastic health benefits. And thankfully there's a way to get them into just about every meal.