rt Captivate Network launches Earth Day photo contest By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 04 Apr 2013 19:56:10 +0000 A picture of your favorite place could win you, and the charity of your choice, $1,000. Full Article Arts & Culture
rt Teachers: Submit your Earth Day lesson plan, win cool stuff By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 08 Apr 2013 13:30:49 +0000 Submit your Earth Day lesson plan to this contest and you win could tons of cool prizes for your classroom. Full Article Family Activities
rt How will you spend Earth Day? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 18 Apr 2013 15:08:01 +0000 Green moms from around the Web share their plans for celebrating Earth Day this year. Full Article Family Activities
rt Earth Day: A history of green awareness By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 18 Apr 2013 17:44:28 +0000 A look at Earth Day's history and six things you can do to make the planet better. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
rt TV shows celebrates Earth Day By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sun, 21 Apr 2013 17:35:26 +0000 Your guide to the holiday's planet-centric programs. Full Article Arts & Culture
rt Google Doodle for Earth Day is an interactive delight By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 22 Apr 2013 15:31:31 +0000 The search engine shows the globe some love in celebration of April 22. Full Article Computers
rt 22 Earth Day activities for kids By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 22 Apr 2013 16:00:58 +0000 Not sure how to celebrate Earth Day with your family? Here are 22 eco-savvy ideas to get you started. Full Article Family Activities
rt NASA satellites celebrate Earth Day By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 22 Apr 2013 17:07:18 +0000 In honor of Earth Day, NASA has released an awe-inspiring video of the best imagery captured by its Earth-observing satellites. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
rt How President Nixon spied on Earth Day By www.livescience.com Published On :: Tue, 23 Apr 2013 14:15:01 +0000 The launch of Earth Day in 1970 raised suspicions in Washington, D.C. Full Article Politics
rt Earth Day-themed entertainment bonanza will keep you busy this month By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 17 Apr 2014 16:55:45 +0000 Celebrate the planet with these TV shows, movies and even a radio program. Full Article Arts & Culture
rt 5 eco-awesome Earth Day books for kids By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 18 Apr 2014 15:00:53 +0000 Cuddle up with your favorite snuggle bunny and one of these great green reads to celebrate Earth Day with your family. Full Article Family Activities
rt National parks strut their spring stuff for Earth Day By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 21 Apr 2014 16:04:39 +0000 Celebrate National Parks Week and Earth Day with us with this breathtaking visual tour of some of the most beautiful sights in America's national parks. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
rt 'Arthur' goes green for Earth Week By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 21 Apr 2014 20:45:22 +0000 PBS Kids' beloved Arthur cartoon will spend Earth week teaching kids to go green. Full Article Family Activities
rt Get out in nature and take a #NatureSelfie this Earth Day By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 22 Apr 2014 12:53:33 +0000 If nothing else, taking a picture of yourself in nature for Earth Day will get you outside. Full Article Healthy Eating
rt TV shows and movies that celebrate Earth Day By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 16 Apr 2015 18:29:41 +0000 From environmental tips to hanging out with monkeys, there's no shortage of Earth Day entertainment. Full Article Arts & Culture
rt Toast Earth Day with sustainable California wines By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 20 Apr 2015 12:49:34 +0000 Meet the winners of the first California Green Medal: Sustainable Winegrowing Leadership Awards. Full Article Beverages
rt We are one: Inspiring film 'Planetary' offers fresh perspective on our relationship with Earth By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 21 Apr 2015 16:25:23 +0000 Thought-provoking documentary weaves together stunning imagery with enlightening interviews to show how connected we are to our planet. Full Article Arts & Culture
rt Why we should rename a day of the week for Earth By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 22 Apr 2015 13:15:28 +0000 A new MNN comic explains why we should rename 'Wednesday' in honor of our home planet. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
rt What activities can I do when I turn off the lights for Earth Hour? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 16 Mar 2016 17:59:52 +0000 There are many candlelit activities to do with family or friends when you turn off the lights for an hour to raise awareness about climate change. Full Article Family Activities
rt As U.N. makes history on Earth Day, Leonardo DiCaprio reminds us not to rest on laurels By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 22 Apr 2016 18:31:42 +0000 More than 170 world leaders signed the Paris Agreement on Earth Day 2016, but that's just the beginning. Full Article Climate & Weather
rt NASA wants you to adopt a small piece of Earth By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 11 Apr 2017 16:50:24 +0000 In celebration of Earth Day on April 22, NASA has launched a clever online campaign that enables participants to "adopt" a small piece of the planet. Full Article Space
rt New report: 5 million climate deaths predicted by 2020 By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 03 Dec 2010 04:08:06 +0000 First comprehensive study on climate mortality released today at COP16 projects rapidly increasing death toll especially among children due to the impacts of cl Full Article Research & Innovations
rt Birds are wicked smart, despite their small brains By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 05 Jul 2018 14:49:21 +0000 Being called a bird brain really isn't an insult, now that scientists have uncovered just how smart these feathered friends really are. Full Article Animals
rt Why and how you should start a sit-spot routine By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 28 Dec 2018 13:21:59 +0000 Spending time in nature has proven health benefits, and creating a sit-spot habit will help you reap those positive rewards. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
rt Killer whale calf's birth is a ray of hope for endangered Puget Sound group By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 17 Jan 2019 17:20:17 +0000 It's the first birth spotted so far this season. Full Article Animals
rt 5 startling statistics about rhinos By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 20 Sep 2019 19:36:48 +0000 World Rhino Day has us thinking about how amazing this animal really is, and how close we are to losing it forever. Full Article Animals
rt Przewalski's horses: 10 things you didn't know about the last 'wild' horses on Earth By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 16 Oct 2019 14:56:37 +0000 These small horses were thought to be the only truly wild horse species left on the planet and have a fascinating history. Full Article Animals
rt Glenn Beck advertiser pitching survival gardens By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 10 Mar 2010 03:43:38 +0000 The newest advertiser on the Glenn Beck program is using fear of an economic and societal collapse to sell heirlooms seeds. Full Article Politics
rt Beck, Limbaugh and the rest of the gang weigh in on Japan's earthquake By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 17 Mar 2011 21:25:59 +0000 Is God mad at us for recycling or behaving badly? Some of the right wing's sharpest minds think so. Full Article Politics
rt Manhattan-sized iceberg beginning to break apart By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 18 Sep 2012 15:01:21 +0000 Off the coast of northwest Greenland, an enormous iceberg is beginning to go to pieces. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
rt Drone offers a virtual tour of Alaska's eerie ice caves By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 17 Mar 2014 20:54:07 +0000 Titled 'Bigger Than Life,' a new short video explores Alaskan ice caves with a GoPro-toting drone. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
rt Northwest Passage: The final frontier for cruise ships By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 05 Nov 2014 16:51:31 +0000 More ships are navigating the perilous, frigid Northwest Passage through the Arctic Ocean, with large passenger vessels soon to join them. Full Article Travel
rt 9 of North America's most fascinating kettle lakes By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 16 May 2016 20:02:16 +0000 These glacial gifts offer a glimpse into our prehistoric and cultural past. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
rt Older fathers might give birth to longer-living children By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 11 Jun 2012 21:03:06 +0000 The secret to a long life might be how old your father or grandfather was when they reproduced. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
rt Toyota releases annual sustainability report By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 09 Nov 2011 20:52:05 +0000 Toyota's 2011 North American Environmental Report shows progress towards meeting the automaker's five-year goals. Full Article Sustainable Business Practices
rt Want a smart grid? Maybe you can win one on 'The Price Is Right' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:20:24 +0000 As California's new Advanced Clean Cars rules push electric vehicles one step closer to the mass market, could the smart grid be the sequel to 'California emiss Full Article Research & Innovations
rt Consumer Reports: Fuel efficiency matters to car buyers By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 22 May 2012 16:05:01 +0000 According to a new Consumer Reports survey, 37% of car buyers consider fuel efficiency first. Full Article Transportation
rt 11 surprising artisanal careers that are taking off By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 17 Jun 2016 16:11:39 +0000 Today’s artisanal movement is more than a fad. From specialty foods to hand-forged earrings, the rise of 21st century artisans is the start of a new economy. Full Article Sustainable Business Practices
rt Quilting as an art form, therapy and social glue By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 13 May 2017 16:23:25 +0000 Quilts can keep you warm in more ways than one, says Bonnie Browning of the American Quilter's Society. Here's how to store and clean them properly. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
rt How to start a terrarium in 5 easy steps By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 17 Aug 2017 18:27:25 +0000 With a simple glass container and the right plants, you can bring a self-sustaining terrarium to your home. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
rt Photographer turns knitting into camouflage art By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 02 Feb 2018 17:42:42 +0000 Joseph Ford creates optical illusions with handmade knitted sweaters against real-life backdrops. Full Article Arts & Culture
rt Instant Pot wine creator dubbed a 'god amongst mortals' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 02 Mar 2018 18:47:28 +0000 A toast to the guy who turned supermarket grape juice into wine and won the Internet. Full Article Beverages
rt Japan's historic asteroid space probe is heading back to Earth By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 14 Nov 2019 20:57:07 +0000 After landing rovers and its spacecraft on the surface of asteroid Ryugu, JAXA is returning with a sample. Full Article Space
rt Artists play in the sand -- for sport By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 29 Sep 2010 15:25:14 +0000 See sculptors from around the world turn piles of sand into beautiful (but temporary) art at the World Championship of Sand Sculpting. Full Article Arts & Culture
rt Turning trash into art By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Oct 2010 17:11:44 +0000 Sculptor visits construction sites, which he calls "gold mines," and turns the waste into works of art. Full Article Recycling
rt Autumn de Forest: 8-year-old girl dazzles art world By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 14 Oct 2010 20:52:22 +0000 Video: Move over, Georgia O'Keeffe! Masterpieces by Autumn de Forest have fetched nearly $250,000. She tells Matt Lauer, 'I love to paint' and 'I do it every da Full Article Arts & Culture
rt The McFarthest spot from McDonald's By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 16 Oct 2010 02:28:44 +0000 One scientist found the farthest spot from a McDonald's restaurant in the U.S. -- and went there, eating McDonald's fare all the way. Full Article Arts & Culture
rt Autumn de Forest, 8-year-old art prodigy By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 20 Oct 2010 18:00:16 +0000 Eight year old artistic genius has been compared to masters such as Salvador Dali and Pablo Picasso. Full Article Family Activities
rt 5 extraordinary works of CoolClimate art By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 03 Nov 2010 17:52:37 +0000 More than 1,000 visual art submissions are narrowed down to 5 winners in a unique contest to find compelling images that can be persuasive voices for the enviro Full Article Computers
rt The greenest shirt of them all? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 03 Nov 2010 23:49:04 +0000 Artist Dave Rittinger's shirts are beautifully leafy to wear and easily compostable at end of use -- and scratchily impractical to wear. Full Article Natural Beauty & Fashion