pr Leonardo DiCaprio may save the 'Captain Planet' movie By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 18 Oct 2016 16:51:00 +0000 Previously in development at Sony, the film rights to the eco-superhero are now being jointly pursued by Leo and Paramount. Full Article Arts & Culture
pr Oprah launches line of healthy comfort foods By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 10 Aug 2017 21:05:05 +0000 O, That's Good! soups and side dishes include a healthy twist of unexpected vegetables and beans. Full Article Healthy Eating
pr Leonardo DiCaprio backs vegan meat company By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 20 Oct 2017 12:44:07 +0000 Leonardo DiCaprio backs Beyond Meat, saying the development of plant-based meats will help advance action on climate change. Full Article Sustainable Business Practices
pr Judi Dench unveils private forest honoring departed loved ones By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 08 Dec 2017 17:28:09 +0000 Acclaimed British actress stars in a new BBC documentary that unlocks the remarkable secrets of forests. Full Article Arts & Culture
pr Insurance companies deploy private firefighters in wildfire-scorched California By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 15 Nov 2018 14:49:47 +0000 For wealthy Californian homeowners, extra peace of mind comes with a high price tag. Full Article Climate & Weather
pr Big predators are showing up in surprising places more often. (That's a good sign.) By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 09 May 2018 19:30:42 +0000 Conservation efforts are helping some large predators reclaim ancestral habitats, a new study finds. Full Article Animals
pr The surprising beauty and benefits of driftwood By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 14 Aug 2018 14:15:29 +0000 Some trees embark on an epic — and important — journey after they die. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
pr How biophilia can improve your life By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 27 Oct 2018 13:38:50 +0000 Even subtle changes of scenery can have dramatic effects on our mental and physical health, a growing field of research suggests. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
pr Surprising ways animals stock up for winter By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 14 Nov 2018 15:07:22 +0000 From hoarding and scattering nuts to making jerky and taking prisoners, animals use some wild tactics to stay well-fed in winter. Full Article Animals
pr Soon-to-be abandoned mine shafts could provide geothermal energy By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 10 Aug 2009 20:27:35 +0000 Shafts that haven't been closed could be transformed into geothermal boilers to produce heat and hot water for nearby communities. Full Article Energy
pr Hot springs-heated hotel in Iceland does the northern lights right By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 31 Dec 2013 01:00:14 +0000 Iceland's ION Luxury Adventure Hotel isn't so much about the hotel itself but about the stunning, otherworldly landscapes that surround it. Full Article Travel
pr 9 lethal hot springs you don't want to take a dip in By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 08 Jul 2014 13:00:00 +0000 Hot springs are generally considered to be destinations of rest and relaxation, but that's not always the case! Full Article Travel
pr Ohio lost a third of its butterflies in 21 years — and it probably isn't alone By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 18 Jul 2019 19:30:42 +0000 The decline of Ohio's butterflies likely reflects a broader crisis for a wide range of insects, researchers say. Full Article Animals
pr Earth Day's framing problem By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 22 Apr 2011 19:03:35 +0000 By treating 'the environment' as something outside our daily lives, Earth Day is no longer calibrated to meet the scope of the climate and energy crises — nor Full Article Climate & Weather
pr Watch: 'Wanderers on a Prehistoric Earth' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 16 Apr 2012 20:24:40 +0000 Kick off Earth Week with this dramatic three-minute film, which dives into the 'Heart of Darkness' to highlight the humbling majesty of our planet. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
pr What do Leonardo DiCaprio, Linkin Park, Hayden Panettiere and Sergio Marone have in common? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 19 Apr 2012 21:02:16 +0000 Leonardo DiCaprio, Linkin Park, Don Cheadle, and Sergio Marone are all judges in the Date with History contest, which will send one young visionary to address t Full Article Arts & Culture
pr 6 surprising environmentalists By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 22 Apr 2013 15:03:01 +0000 There was a time, not very long ago, when it was safe to be a politician who supported environmental causes. Full Article Responsible Living
pr 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
pr How Carla Hall, Mayim Bialik, Andy Richter and Izabella Miko protect the planet By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 17 Apr 2014 16:55:43 +0000 We asked Carla Hall, Mayim Bialik, Andy Richter, Izabella Miko about their Earth Day plans. Full Article Arts & Culture
pr 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
pr 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
pr DiCaprio-produced documentary about solar makes Netflix debut By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 22 Apr 2016 22:27:26 +0000 Critically acclaimed 'Catching the Sun' offers solution to current economic crisis. Full Article Energy
pr 5 things I learned from the Mexican president By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 30 Nov 2010 23:19:36 +0000 On the first day of COP 16, President Calderon made some interesting remarks -- incuding one about your grandmother's refrigerator. Full Article Climate & Weather
pr Cambia tu viejo: President Calderon's new take on climate action By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 01 Dec 2010 07:42:27 +0000 Mexican president proves himself a visionary with a sense of humor at the Cancun Climate summit. Full Article Research & Innovations
pr 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
pr Steven Chu brings low profile to Cancun By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 07 Dec 2010 02:06:56 +0000 Sometimes the secret to getting a deal done is not worrying who gets the credit. Full Article Politics
pr Judge restores federal protections for Yellowstone grizzly bears By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 25 Sep 2018 13:54:22 +0000 Yellowstone grizzly bears were removed from the U.S. endangered species list in 2017. Full Article Animals
pr Turret spiders build tiny towers for hunting unsuspecting prey By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 17 Jan 2019 18:38:04 +0000 Turret spiders, the minuscule relatives of tarantulas, pack a powerful punch for any insect venturing close to the castle walls. Full Article Animals
pr Surprising facts about how animals sleep By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 04 Mar 2019 15:06:49 +0000 Sea otters hold hands so they don't float away during naps, and baby dolphins don't sleep at all for the first months of life. Full Article Animals
pr The problem with fake service dogs By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 19 Jul 2019 12:45:11 +0000 More states are cracking down on owners who falsely call their pets service animals. Full Article Pets
pr 12 surprising facts about Komodo dragons By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 19 Sep 2019 13:45:00 +0000 These huge beasts have inspired myths of fantastic proportions. Get to know the real life dragons of Komodo Island. Full Article Animals
pr 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
pr 5 surprising facts about orcas By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 10 Dec 2019 19:13:44 +0000 These extraordinary marine mammals share a lot in common with humans. Full Article Animals
pr Media Mayhem: The preacher, Glenn Beck, and the Fairness Doctrine By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 21 Sep 2009 10:41:27 +0000 The rise and fall of Rev. Billy James Hargis, along with the popularity of Glenn Beck, makes our media columnist long for the days of the Fairness Doctrine. Full Article Politics
pr Hurricane Irene predictions came true By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 31 Aug 2011 21:08:47 +0000 Sometimes it's not that hard to predict the future and that's just what happened with Hurricane Irene. Full Article Climate & Weather
pr Shocking NASA study proves global warming spike in 2010 By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 09 Aug 2010 23:12:52 +0000 Massive glacier break-off in Greenland demonstrates the frightening future painted by new NASA study on global temperature rise. Full Article Research & Innovations
pr 'Chasing Ice' provides global warming evidence By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 17 Apr 2013 20:51:51 +0000 James Balog photographs disappearing glaciers showing global warming evidence in time-lapse photography in the award-winning documentary Chasing Ice. Full Article Arts & Culture
pr Ocean drilling expedition sets sail to probe glacier changes By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 04 Jun 2013 14:10:05 +0000 Examining layers of offshore sediment can provide insight into the link between glaciers and climate change. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
pr What's the benefit of buying organic produce? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 23 Dec 2009 10:24:39 +0000 Morieka Johnson says she gets more bang for her buck from high-quality food. (Expensive shoes are another matter.) Full Article Healthy Eating
pr How to find good produce at a great price By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 22 Aug 2011 13:53:47 +0000 Fresh, seasonal produce shouldn't cost a fortune. Full Article Healthy Eating
pr Irish teen wins Google Science Fair with project to remove microplastics from water By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 01 Aug 2019 16:38:36 +0000 Irish teen Fionn Ferreira won the 2019 Google Science Fair for removing microplastics from water. Full Article Research & Innovations
pr Toyota introduces the Prius family By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 14 Sep 2011 15:10:28 +0000 Toyota introduces the Prius family to America with a fun new media campaign. Full Article Transportation
pr In praise of American cars By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 08 Dec 2011 17:11:19 +0000 Once painfully uncompetitive, the U.S.-made automobile is clawing its way back with good-looking designs, attention to detail, and even respectable fuel economy Full Article Transportation
pr Toyota Prius V: Best in class fuel-efficiency By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 15 Dec 2011 16:20:11 +0000 The 2012 Toyota Prius V is capable of 44mpg in the city. Full Article Transportation
pr Guaranteed low prices! TrueCar's 'transparency' riles dealers By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 04 Jan 2012 16:51:50 +0000 Now partnered with Yahoo! Autos, TrueCar helps consumers find the best deal around. But some dealers and automakers don't like how the company does business, an Full Article Transportation
pr 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
pr Driving the 2012 Toyota Prius c By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 08 Feb 2012 13:00:00 +0000 A Toyota Prius designed for the young urban driver will be available in March 2012. Full Article Transportation
pr Has Hollywood abandoned the Prius and other green vehicles? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 06 Mar 2012 21:42:46 +0000 Few hybrids or electric vehicles brought celebs to this year's Academy Awards. Full Article Arts & Culture
pr Toyota Prius c and the game of LIFE By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 14 Mar 2012 16:04:27 +0000 Toyota partnered with Saatchi & Saatchi LA for its fun Prius c marketing campaign. Full Article Sustainable Business Practices
pr Despite the red-meat rhetoric, Texas benefits mightily from clean energy projects By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 17 Aug 2012 15:21:38 +0000 Austin's 'Chevy Volt Village' makes a handy political target, but in fact clean energy — and especially wind power — has been very, very good for Texas' ec Full Article Transportation