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The 'raw' water craze represents a refreshing return to the days when water could kill you

Untreated, unfiltered water is a pricey new trend that many are buying into — even though "raw" water could really cause you some harm.




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Plastics aren't just choking coral reefs, they're spreading disease, too.

159 coral reefs were examined in the Asian-Pacific region, and 89 percent of those reefs were contaminated with plastics and disease.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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How ocean racers are helping solve the Great Pacific Garbage Patch problem

The Ocean Cleanup is ready to launch plastic-eating System 001 to the Great Pacific Garbage Patch.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Cities prepare for retired space shuttles

Six months after leaning they were or were not going to be getting one of NASA's retired space shuttles for display, museums in Los Angeles, Houston and New Yor




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Gingrich promises U.S. moon base by 2020

Visiting Florida's Space Coast ahead of next week's primary, the GOP presidential candidate vows to build a permanent U.S. colony on the moon.




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SpaceX buzz: Excitement builds over private flight to space station

Launching of the Dragon capsule will mark a significant step forward in the partnership between NASA and the private sector.




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NASA's prototype space shuttle heads to NYC

Residents of the Big Apple may catch sight of an unusual sight over their famous skyline this week: a NASA space shuttle riding atop a jumbo jet.




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Space Shuttle Enterprise to fly to NYC today

NASA's prototype shuttle orbiter Enterprise, which had been on display at the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum since 2003, is set to fly to the Big App




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Photo: Space Shuttle Enterprise flies over Manhattan

Space Shuttle Enterprise, mounted atop a 747 shuttle carrier aircraft, flies over New York City prior to landing at John F. Kennedy International Airport on Apr




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Space shuttle Enterprise damaged on sea journey to Intrepid museum

Space shuttle Enterprise suffered minor wing damage on June 3 when it collided with the navigation guides for a New York railroad bridge during the first half o




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Huge crowds welcome shuttle Enterprise to NYC

Hundreds of eager spectators lined Manhattan's West Side Pier 84 on June 6, as the space shuttle Enterprise completed the final leg of its journey to the Intrep




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Space Shuttle Enterprise exhibit: What's it like?

The new exhibit for NASA's space shuttle Enterprise — opening in New York City Thursday, July 19 — starts off a bit like a spacewalk. Visitors to the Intrep




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Space shuttle Endeavour preps for parade, the final leg of its California tour

Space shuttle Endeavour, now a permanent resident of the state of California, has traded its winged chariot for a set of custom wheels.




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Space shuttle Enterprise added to historic places registry

The test orbiter is the first of NASA's retired space shuttles to receive the distinction.




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Sun propelled solar sail to launch in fall 2014

NASA will send off the "Sunjammer," a 128-ft solar sail, to record space weather and study the Sun.




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Is brain mapping project the Apollo of our time?

In previous decades, we explored outward. Today's landmarks in science come from looking deeper inside.



  • Research & Innovations

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How 2 private spaceships stack up: Dragon vs. Cygnus

Here's a handy cheat sheet to help you keep the spacecraft straight.




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Why NASA's need for private space taxis is 'critical'

Since the end of its space shuttle program, NASA is relying more and more on commercial space travel.




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Google's 'Project Sunroof' offers new take on home solar potential

Want to see if your home is a good fit for solar? Project Sunroof offers a decent snapshot from your web browser.




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Thinking about going solar? Google adds peer pressure into the mix

A new feature added to Project Sunroof, a free solar mapping tool from Google, makes keeping up with Joneses even easier.




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Chernobyl is producing energy again

The 4-acre Chernobyl solar power facility can supply enough power for a medium-sized village, or about 2,000 apartments.




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Italians are balking at a new produce bag fee

Plastic bags are bad, for sure. But a new fee for produce bags is angering some ... and you're not even allowed to bring your reusables!




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Study weighs environmental costs of proteins

Beef and farmed catfish aren't great on the environment, but wild-caught fish and farmed shellfish have low environmental impacts.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Robert Redford presents 'Stories from the Gulf'

Planet Green to premiere new documentary about the impact on Gulf residents of the largest oil spill in American history.



  • Arts & Culture

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HBO to premiere 'Saving Pelican 895'

Documentary will offer a bird’s-eye view of conservationists’ efforts to save wildlife affected by the disaster.



  • Arts & Culture

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Kevin Costner promotes $50 million oil spill fleet

Actor says his oil separation technology coupled with special boats can effectively stop an oil slick from reaching shore.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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The craziest oil spill painting you've probably seen

What's your interpretation of this bizarre painting found on the news sharing site Reddit?




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Oil spill 'footprint' found on Gulf of Mexico floor

Five years later, scientists may have finally found up to 10 million gallons of missing oil from the 2010 BP spill.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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The Farallon Islands have a mouse problem. The solution is raising eyebrows.

Scientists propose dropping poison to kill mice on the Farallon Islands, but there's concern that wildlife and water quality will suffer.




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Mother's Day crafts: Easy projects for kids

Mother's Day crafts. They are so easy to do, there's really no excuse not to melt Mom's heart.




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TVA to spend $43 million on projects in coal waste spill area

Tennessee Valley Authority announces plans for economic development projects in Roane County, the site of last December’s coal ash spill.




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Engineer wins 2009 Purpose Prize for inventing green bricks

Engineer Henry Liu is honored for inventing a way to transform toxic waste into environmentally friendly bricks used for construction.




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Why are women so underrepresented in research on exercise?

Why aren't women counted in most exercise studies? Their periods tend to mess up the data.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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You really can run away from dental problems

A new study reveals that a lean, fit body equals happy teeth and gums.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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7 exercises to improve your balance

Balance is tied to both strength and overall physical health, here are some exercises for any fitness level.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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The Amazon is burning, and here's why it's not just Brazil's problem

The Amazon rainforest fires have been burning for 3 weeks, and some are wondering why Brazil's crisis isn't getting more attention.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Bird-brain: Canary smoke detector boasts impressive smarts

The Canary is a smoke and carbon monoxide detector-cum-air quality analyzer sporting good looks and remarkable smarts.




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Art that sucks: Dutch artist proposes 'vacuum' to clear Beijing of smog

Can a vacuum suck up China's smog? Daan Roosegaarde will test his new technology soon in Beijing's parks.



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11 surprising facts about indoor air quality [Infographic]

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




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Panasonic to pay pollution premium to employees working in China

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




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World Cup barbecuing prompts Chilean officials to declare smog emergency

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




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Rush-hour pollution is a bigger problem than we thought

A new study says commuting to work by car may be far more harmful to your health than previously believed.




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How California's improving air quality is putting a dent in the region's dangerous fog

Falling levels of air pollution have resulted in a drop in California's dense tule fog.



  • Climate & Weather

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Ginseng demand boosts prices and poaching

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



  • Wilderness & Resources

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11 odd ways we protect endangered species

Mankind does some weird things to save animals from extinction.




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Widespread Panic: Watch the video and win New Year's Eve tickets, VIP passes

Take the quiz to win 4 tickets and VIP access to one of the band's end-of-the-year shows in Atlanta.



  • Arts & Culture

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Win canning supplies from Ball® to preserve the season's bounty

Fans of Mother Nature Network's Facebook page can win a box full of green, limited-edition Ball® canning jars and much more.




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What to drink this weekend: La Marca Prosecco

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




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Sprig + Spirit's Chia-politan, a nourishing cocktail

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.




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How to make a Prickly Pear Margarita

Prickly pear margaritas are a delicious introduction to this fierce fruit.