The first release of moths with genetically-engineered "self-destruct" switches onto American farms is being heralded as an insecticide-free solution to pests.

See what makes Serenbe, Ga., such a sustainable community.

A new 4-minute film casts digital humans in real extraterrestrial destinations, guided by the timeless words of Carl Sagan.

Intriguing features photographed by NASA's Mars rover Curiosity probably don't have a biological origin, mission team members say.

The Beagle 2 Mars lander is clearly visible in new photos from NASA's sharp-eyed Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter (MRO) in orbit around the Red Planet.

An innovative concept for tiny probes attached to gliders could one day allow small robots to explore intricate locales on Mars.

NASA has just released an image of a unique hole on the surface of Mars.

Goat farmers 'The Fabulous Beekman Boys' take million dollar prize on 'The Amazing Race' after a rocky season.

'Switched at Birth' stars raise poultry, reveal upcoming storylines.

Viola Davis and Emmy Rossum do their part.

Rebecca Hall ('Vicky Christina Barcelona') stars in HBO's 'Parade's End' with Benedict Cumberbatch.

Plus: The daughter of the late wildlife expert Steve Irwin stars in Hallmark movie.

'Mad Men' star turns contemporary detective in 'Top of the Lake'.

Markus Imhoof investigates the crisis in his dramatic documentary. A Q&A with the director of 'More Than Honey.'

After the event, all the wood will be recycled or given away in Mexico to be used to build homes.

Honey bees between pollination gigs still need to eat. Efforts are underway to keep them from starving when they’re off the clock.

California's Anza-Borrego Desert State Park is home to a natural desert oasis, complete with huge palm trees and gravel-bottom wading pools.

The beaches of France have been invaded by yellow, sponge-like balls that may be illegally dumped paraffin.

Olympics officials are trying to make February's Winter Games in Korea one of the most environmentally friendly gatherings ever.

When you're out on the trail, a little etiquette can take you a long way.

These tips will help you make a trip to any type of grocery store as zero-waste as possible.

For a generation, activists have built their protest movement on the scientific facts of climate change. But the facts of another kind of science — neuroscien

Because of the contentious nature of the Senate, the Supreme Court's ruling that there is not a "parallel track" for climate policy paves the way for a Washingt

Worried about input costs, beer titan Molson Coors went green mainly to save green. If the end result - less waste - is to the planet's benefit, why should we c

NYC Mayor Michael Bloomberg's surprise endorsement of Obama follows the devastating effect of Hurricane Sandy on New York City and the Northeast.

The percentage of Americans who believe the climate is changing has grown, and 64% of Americans favor regulations to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

If things like saved lives and prevented illnesses have a dollar value, efforts to stabilize the climate might pay for themselves, two studies find.

A political action committee aims to connect the STEM community with the resources to run a successful campaign for political office.

While the scientist try to figure out why type 1 diabetes is on the rise, let's do our parts to make sure our kids don't develop type 2 diabetes.

Researchers present results of the ORIGIN study evaluating 12,500 patients in 40 countries.

New research finds that a relativity cheap and safe diabetes medication may help prevent breast cancer.

The Food Network host known for her outrageously caloric concoctions talks about how she's losing weight and why exercise isn't as 'addictive' as she'd been to

A group of chemicals found in personal care products may raise the risk of diabetes, a new study suggests.

Combining regular weight training with aerobics may reduce risk of type 2 diabetes by up to 59%, researchers find.

Cholesterol-lowing drugs called statins have been shown to increase the risk of diabetes in some people, but this potential harm is outweighed by the benefits o

Scientists find that adults infected with a common strain of the herpes virus are more likely to develop Type 2 diabetes than those free of the virus.

A study finds that many people are dying due to a complication of Type 1 diabetes without knowing they had the disease.

Could Alzheimer's really just be another form of diabetes, caused by eating too much junk food?

Researchers find distinct differences in the intestinal bacteria between patients who have type 2 diabetes and those who do not.

Researchers find patients with severe psoriasis were almost twice as likely to have Type 2 diabetes than those without the skin condition.

Metformin, an inexpensive and common diabetes drug, may fight ovarian cancer, according to a new study.

A new book, 'The 8-Hour Diet,' has science and sensibility behind it.

New study finds that cases of type 1 diabetes are rising sharply, particularly among kids under the age of 5.

Drinking just one 12-ounce soda a day may increase the risk of Type 2 diabetes.

New study finds that short, brisk walks after dinner may be more effective than other forms of exercise at preventing diabetes.

Diet and exercise can help people with Type 2 diabetes lose weight, but that weight loss may not translate into a lower risk of heart problems.

A study shows that consumption of whole fruits helps reduce the risk of Type 2 diabetes while consumption of fruit juice increased the risk.

Cinnamon might improve not only the taste of apple pie and oatmeal but also the health of people with diabetes.

Children can feed Jerry the Bear, regulate his insulin, prick his fingers and even play games via the large screen on his chest.

Few children who become obese are able to lose and keep off weight with diet and exercise alone.