Visibility in Harbin, China has dropped to 33 feet in the wake of monster smog rolling through the area.

Many American likely aren't aware that the air in their homes and offices may be cause for concern.

What good is it if all of the historical cities and natural beauty in China are covered by haze?

Electronics giant announces it will compensate workers relocating to China for the poor quality of air they will have to breathe.

Skeptics question whether China can grow its economy and fight emissions. The truth is, it has no choice.

Chilean soccer fans are urged do the unthinkable and kindly step away from their grills due to worsening air quality levels in Santiago.

Oregon's Silver Falls State Park is a wonderland of rivers, streams, rainforest and cascading water.

Dozens of cities throughout the country have either banned or limited fireworks displays due to the threat of heavy pollution.

The WELL standard picks up where LEED and other standards fear to tread.

PVC puts out a lot of nasty stuff when it burns, and it's probably still in the soot.

It's a breakthrough that scientists around the world have been pursuing for years.

China's most polluted cities have made strides in reducing air pollution, but there's still work to be done.

Sudan and two females of his subspecies are under constant surveillance in Kenya, but it may not be enough to save the northern white rhino from extinction.

Biologists map Earth's mammal diversity in a parallel universe without human civilization.

Here's a graphical glimpse at America's most endangered wildlife, where they live and how many are left.

Single roots can have thousand-dollar price tags, attracting poachers into protected lands, so what makes ginseng so valuable?

This video is a good warning of the future of wildlife if populations continue to decline as Living Planet assessment reports.

Some of these massive beasts are familiar in form but enormous in size, while others are strange hybrids of modern-day animals.

At least five similar die-offs have happened before, but this is the first in human history — and the first with human help.

BirdLife International has confirmed the extinction of eight bird species, including the Spix' macaw in Brazil.

Learn the trick to making mulled wine without burning off all the alcohol in this video for a drink that’s perfect for this weekend between the big holidays.

What happens when you heat up a Rum Cow? It becomes a soul-warming, winter cocktail.

Toast those you love with this pleasing Prosecco that won’t break your budget.

What do you get when you merge superfoods and quality spirits? Cocktails for those who want to integrate mindfulness into all parts of their lives.

Ohio’s first legal moonshine distillery makes its home in a town with a fascinating bootlegging past.

Vodka infused with pistachio shells adds nutty savoriness to the kick of a classic mule.

For the Fourth of July, try this cocktail made with an American bourbon and blueberries.

If you’re gluten-free or just avoiding the dreaded beer belly, consider trying these lighter, lesser-known alternatives to beer instead.

The 2014 farm bill removed some of the barriers to growing hemp. Humboldt Distillery ran with it.

Lifestyle blogger Kate Richards opens up about the feathery inspiration behind her boozy masterpieces.

Stocktails are simply savory cocktails made with broth, and we talk to an expert about why they're such a hit.

Diluting whisky makes it more flavorful, according to a study out of Linnaeus University in Sweden.

How did the Shirley Temple, the grandmother of all non-alcoholic cocktails, come to be?

A medium-size solar flare erupted from the sun this weekend, hurling a cloud of plasma and charged particles toward Earth on a cosmic path that is expected to d

This is a great week for planetary observers. Mercury is in its best position as a "morning star" for observers in the Northern Hemisphere while Jupiter is at i

This week in the hour before sunrise early morning stargazers will get a double treat: the planet Mercury and two special comets.

This April and May, see Mars shine, look out for meteor showers, marvel at Saturn's rings and keep your eyes peeled for a total lunar eclipse.

Sometimes scientists infuse some pop culture into their species names. Can you match the celeb to the critter?

How well-versed are you with our planet's fascinating geology? Test your knowledge and find out.

Our feline friends come in many colors and coat patterns, each with a name. How many do you know?

Whether it's a white lie or a whopper, fibs are part of our daily lives. We like to think we're honest but, well, we're not. Test your falsehood expertise.

Lightning is more than just a stunning spectacle. Take our quiz to see how much you really know about this electrifying natural wonder.

When the going gets tough, some animals get going — to bed. Take our hibernation quiz to see how much you know.

UPDATE: Van Jones clears up the 'green czar' buzz.

Web site and mobile app help you find the lowest gas prices in your area.

In the 10 years since Osama bin Laden became a household name, we have fought a war on terror, watched oil prices skyrocket and continued to get oil from the sa

For almost 40 years, Art and Nan Kellam lived off-grid on a Maine island, eschewing modern technology, but not each other.

Thousands of pounds of moldy cardigans and unsellable denim shorts are being burned in lieu of oil and coal at Västerås near Stockholm.

Here's a good list of items not to put in your garbage disposal, and a bonus list of 3 to be cautious about.

A singular place to say 'I do' in the Seattle area, Brightwater Treatment Plant can process 36 million gallons of wastewater daily.