pr The 'raw' water craze represents a refreshing return to the days when water could kill you By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 04 Jan 2018 14:11:33 +0000 Untreated, unfiltered water is a pricey new trend that many are buying into — even though "raw" water could really cause you some harm. Full Article Beverages
pr Plastics aren't just choking coral reefs, they're spreading disease, too. By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 29 Jan 2018 20:51:34 +0000 159 coral reefs were examined in the Asian-Pacific region, and 89 percent of those reefs were contaminated with plastics and disease. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
pr How ocean racers are helping solve the Great Pacific Garbage Patch problem By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 25 Jun 2018 14:41:26 +0000 The Ocean Cleanup is ready to launch plastic-eating System 001 to the Great Pacific Garbage Patch. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
pr Cities prepare for retired space shuttles By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 04 Oct 2011 20:27:13 +0000 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 Full Article Space
pr Gingrich promises U.S. moon base by 2020 By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 26 Jan 2012 16:42:45 +0000 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. Full Article Space
pr SpaceX buzz: Excitement builds over private flight to space station By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 22 Mar 2012 13:37:30 +0000 Launching of the Dragon capsule will mark a significant step forward in the partnership between NASA and the private sector. Full Article Space
pr NASA's prototype space shuttle heads to NYC By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 23 Apr 2012 11:06:56 +0000 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. Full Article Space
pr Space Shuttle Enterprise to fly to NYC today By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 27 Apr 2012 04:39:19 +0000 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 Full Article Space
pr Photo: Space Shuttle Enterprise flies over Manhattan By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 27 Apr 2012 20:22:04 +0000 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 Full Article Space
pr Space shuttle Enterprise damaged on sea journey to Intrepid museum By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 04 Jun 2012 21:13:07 +0000 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 Full Article Space
pr Huge crowds welcome shuttle Enterprise to NYC By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 06 Jun 2012 22:18:40 +0000 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 Full Article Space
pr Space Shuttle Enterprise exhibit: What's it like? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 19 Jul 2012 11:32:55 +0000 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 Full Article Space
pr Space shuttle Endeavour preps for parade, the final leg of its California tour By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 24 Sep 2012 14:08:13 +0000 Space shuttle Endeavour, now a permanent resident of the state of California, has traded its winged chariot for a set of custom wheels. Full Article Space
pr Space shuttle Enterprise added to historic places registry By www.space.com Published On :: Tue, 26 Mar 2013 20:40:01 +0000 The test orbiter is the first of NASA's retired space shuttles to receive the distinction. Full Article Space
pr Sun propelled solar sail to launch in fall 2014 By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 13 Jun 2013 22:10:04 +0000 NASA will send off the "Sunjammer," a 128-ft solar sail, to record space weather and study the Sun. Full Article Space
pr Is brain mapping project the Apollo of our time? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 20 Aug 2013 16:19:42 +0000 In previous decades, we explored outward. Today's landmarks in science come from looking deeper inside. Full Article Research & Innovations
pr How 2 private spaceships stack up: Dragon vs. Cygnus By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 18 Sep 2013 14:09:14 +0000 Here's a handy cheat sheet to help you keep the spacecraft straight. Full Article Space
pr Why NASA's need for private space taxis is 'critical' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 01 Apr 2014 13:10:11 +0000 Since the end of its space shuttle program, NASA is relying more and more on commercial space travel. Full Article Space
pr Google's 'Project Sunroof' offers new take on home solar potential By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 18 Aug 2015 20:44:49 +0000 Want to see if your home is a good fit for solar? Project Sunroof offers a decent snapshot from your web browser. Full Article Energy
pr Thinking about going solar? Google adds peer pressure into the mix By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 19 Jun 2017 10:59:55 +0000 A new feature added to Project Sunroof, a free solar mapping tool from Google, makes keeping up with Joneses even easier. Full Article Energy
pr Chernobyl is producing energy again By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 09 Oct 2018 12:33:08 +0000 The 4-acre Chernobyl solar power facility can supply enough power for a medium-sized village, or about 2,000 apartments. Full Article Energy
pr Italians are balking at a new produce bag fee By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 17 Jan 2018 13:38:21 +0000 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! Full Article Responsible Living
pr Study weighs environmental costs of proteins By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 11 Jun 2018 20:16:12 +0000 Beef and farmed catfish aren't great on the environment, but wild-caught fish and farmed shellfish have low environmental impacts. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
pr Robert Redford presents 'Stories from the Gulf' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 08 Apr 2011 20:18:58 +0000 Planet Green to premiere new documentary about the impact on Gulf residents of the largest oil spill in American history. Full Article Arts & Culture
pr HBO to premiere 'Saving Pelican 895' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 19:28:14 +0000 Documentary will offer a bird’s-eye view of conservationists’ efforts to save wildlife affected by the disaster. Full Article Arts & Culture
pr Kevin Costner promotes $50 million oil spill fleet By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 26 Apr 2011 18:52:25 +0000 Actor says his oil separation technology coupled with special boats can effectively stop an oil slick from reaching shore. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
pr The craziest oil spill painting you've probably seen By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sun, 01 Jan 2012 23:53:36 +0000 What's your interpretation of this bizarre painting found on the news sharing site Reddit? Full Article Energy
pr Oil spill 'footprint' found on Gulf of Mexico floor By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 05 Feb 2015 19:30:42 +0000 Five years later, scientists may have finally found up to 10 million gallons of missing oil from the 2010 BP spill. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
pr The Farallon Islands have a mouse problem. The solution is raising eyebrows. By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 08 Jul 2019 17:59:04 +0000 Scientists propose dropping poison to kill mice on the Farallon Islands, but there's concern that wildlife and water quality will suffer. Full Article Animals
pr Mother's Day crafts: Easy projects for kids By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 19:29:38 +0000 Mother's Day crafts. They are so easy to do, there's really no excuse not to melt Mom's heart. Full Article Family Activities
pr TVA to spend $43 million on projects in coal waste spill area By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 15 Sep 2009 20:11:42 +0000 Tennessee Valley Authority announces plans for economic development projects in Roane County, the site of last December’s coal ash spill. Full Article Energy
pr Engineer wins 2009 Purpose Prize for inventing green bricks By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 16 Jan 2010 11:51:02 +0000 Engineer Henry Liu is honored for inventing a way to transform toxic waste into environmentally friendly bricks used for construction. Full Article Green Workplace
pr Why are women so underrepresented in research on exercise? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Sep 2017 17:49:53 +0000 Why aren't women counted in most exercise studies? Their periods tend to mess up the data. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
pr You really can run away from dental problems By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Sep 2017 13:39:11 +0000 A new study reveals that a lean, fit body equals happy teeth and gums. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
pr 7 exercises to improve your balance By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 11 Sep 2018 14:02:10 +0000 Balance is tied to both strength and overall physical health, here are some exercises for any fitness level. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
pr The Amazon is burning, and here's why it's not just Brazil's problem By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 21 Aug 2019 21:33:16 +0000 The Amazon rainforest fires have been burning for 3 weeks, and some are wondering why Brazil's crisis isn't getting more attention. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
pr Bird-brain: Canary smoke detector boasts impressive smarts By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 01 Jul 2013 14:09:53 +0000 The Canary is a smoke and carbon monoxide detector-cum-air quality analyzer sporting good looks and remarkable smarts. Full Article At Home
pr Art that sucks: Dutch artist proposes 'vacuum' to clear Beijing of smog By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 24 Oct 2013 18:53:49 +0000 Can a vacuum suck up China's smog? Daan Roosegaarde will test his new technology soon in Beijing's parks. Full Article Climate & Weather
pr 11 surprising facts about indoor air quality [Infographic] By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 20 Nov 2013 17:15:40 +0000 Many American likely aren't aware that the air in their homes and offices may be cause for concern. Full Article Healthy Spaces
pr Panasonic to pay pollution premium to employees working in China By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 27 Mar 2014 14:46:42 +0000 Electronics giant announces it will compensate workers relocating to China for the poor quality of air they will have to breathe. Full Article Energy
pr World Cup barbecuing prompts Chilean officials to declare smog emergency By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 19 Jun 2014 13:00:31 +0000 Chilean soccer fans are urged do the unthinkable and kindly step away from their grills due to worsening air quality levels in Santiago. Full Article Healthy Spaces
pr Rush-hour pollution is a bigger problem than we thought By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 14 Aug 2017 18:03:36 +0000 A new study says commuting to work by car may be far more harmful to your health than previously believed. Full Article Transportation
pr How California's improving air quality is putting a dent in the region's dangerous fog By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 24 Apr 2019 17:41:55 +0000 Falling levels of air pollution have resulted in a drop in California's dense tule fog. Full Article Climate & Weather
pr Ginseng demand boosts prices and poaching By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 02 Oct 2015 15:25:43 +0000 Single roots can have thousand-dollar price tags, attracting poachers into protected lands, so what makes ginseng so valuable? Full Article Wilderness & Resources
pr 11 odd ways we protect endangered species By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 14 Jul 2016 17:18:57 +0000 Mankind does some weird things to save animals from extinction. Full Article Animals
pr Widespread Panic: Watch the video and win New Year's Eve tickets, VIP passes By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 02 Dec 2009 06:02:46 +0000 Take the quiz to win 4 tickets and VIP access to one of the band's end-of-the-year shows in Atlanta. Full Article Arts & Culture
pr Win canning supplies from Ball® to preserve the season's bounty By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Aug 2014 13:40:40 +0000 Fans of Mother Nature Network's Facebook page can win a box full of green, limited-edition Ball® canning jars and much more. Full Article Healthy Eating
pr What to drink this weekend: La Marca Prosecco By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 13 Feb 2015 21:34:52 +0000 Toast those you love with this pleasing Prosecco that won’t break your budget. Full Article Beverages
pr Sprig + Spirit's Chia-politan, a nourishing cocktail By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 10 Apr 2015 22:11:32 +0000 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. Full Article Beverages
pr How to make a Prickly Pear Margarita By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2015 19:48:24 +0000 Prickly pear margaritas are a delicious introduction to this fierce fruit. Full Article Recipes