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Psychological scars run deep after BP oil spill

Some of the long-term impacts of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill are on the psyches of the people who work there.




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What's causing oil sheens near Deepwater Horizon spill site?

Recurrent sheens of oil in the Gulf of Mexico near the site of 2010's Deepwater Horizon oil spill have baffled researchers.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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'The Great Invisible' explores the environmental and psychological aftermath of the Gulf oil spill

Margaret Brown shares her insights about the Deepwater Horizon spill with MNN.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Green job of the week: Technical writing and design consultant

Chipotle, one of MNN's top 10 organic fast-food restaurants, is searching for a technical writing and design consultant at its Denver office.




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Living near green spaces can help you live longer

Being surrounded by trees, grass and shrubs can add years to your life.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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Color-changing brittle stars can see — even without eyes

The red brittle star appears to use its color-changing powers for vision.




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'No Mothers Day' campaign asks moms to boycott the day

Christy Turlington Burns launches viral campaign asking mothers to raise awareness about maternal health around the world by boycotting Mother's Day.




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Queen of the castle: Mother's Day gift ideas for the home and garden

So that you don't wind up gifting an awesome mum something too sentimental and/or last minute, a few singular Mother's Day gift picks ...




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Stars of nostalgic childhood photo series gain a new cast member (and a brother)

Photographer Elena Shumilova creates timeless images of childhood that touch people all around the world.




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Political Habitat: Sludge under the bridge

What happens two months after a major environmental disaster, when the lights go out and everyone stops paying attention?



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Twitter storm for 'Safe American Communities'

EPAcoal.org launches a Twitter campaign to send a strong message of support to the EPA for regulating toxic coal sludge so it doesn't enter the water supply.



  • Research & Innovations

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Why are American runners slowing down?

American runners are getting slower, and it's not because more women are running now then ever before.



  • 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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If your workouts cause extreme soreness and swelling, read this

Rhabdomyolysis is rare, but if your workouts cause extreme soreness or swelling, check with your doctor.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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This WWII vet loves to walk, but he can't go far

Residents noticed 95-year-old Harvey Djerf struggling on his daily walks, so they came up with a kind solution.




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When dogs and cats interrupt yoga

Dogs and cats can't help themselves when you unroll the yoga mat. They either participate or just get in the way.




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Here's when you burn the most calories

Your body clock influences what time of day you burn more calories.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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6 exercises that can help you lose weight (even if you have 'obesity genes')

These half-dozen exercises will help you shed pounds if obesity is in your genes.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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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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Air pollution causes cancer, says World Health Organization

Outdoor air pollution has now been classified as 'carcinogenic to humans' by the United Nations.




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Flatulent cows cause methane explosion on German farm

Yes, you read that right.




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A vacation tainted by China's toxic air

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



  • Wilderness & Resources

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New ozone-destroying chemicals discovered in atmosphere

Loopholes in the Montreal Protocol may need to be tightened, researchers say.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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5 signs that China can't grow unless it tackles smog

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



  • Climate & Weather

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Half of Americans are living with dangerous levels of air pollution

A new report from the American Lung Association finds that nearly 148 million Americans breathe unhealthy air.




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You can't plug in the electric Gogoro Smartscooter

The Gogoro Smartscooter doesn't have a plug; Instead, you swap batteries at a GoStation and you are on your way.




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Can a building standard help you live a healthier life?

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



  • Remodeling & Design

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Champs-Elysees is going car-free the first Sunday of each month

Paris gives cars the boot on this popular thoroughfare one day a month to promote clean air and exploring the city on foot.




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Is 'botanical sexism' making allergies worse?

Preference for "cleaner" male trees and plants in urban settings may trigger extra sneezing and wheezing. That's botanical sexism, says Thomas Ogren.




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What London's air could look like without cars

This is what London's air would look like without cars.




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12 ways to get clean air without chemicals

The air inside your home can be more polluted than the air outside. Want cleaner air? Here are 11 natural ways to clean your indoor air without using chemicals.




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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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Did dark matter cause many of Earth's mass extinctions?

A new study suggests that dark matter from the galactic plane may have been what really killed the dinosaurs — and it may one day threaten us.




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Rare aquatic cats that fish with their paws are on the brink of extinction

Researchers have launched a mission to find the Javan fishing cat, the rarest cat in the world.




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Adorable American pikas vanish from a swath of California

Even core areas of pika habitat 'are vulnerable to climate change within a timeframe of decades,' researchers say.




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What caused 200,000 saigas to die?

Scientists identified the cause of the mystery die-off, as half of the species' population perished within a matter of weeks in 2015.




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These 8 bird species are the first to be declared extinct this decade

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




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What we can learn about longevity from Lonesome George

Researchers study the genetic secrets of the world's last Pinta Island tortoise.




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Fan MNN on Facebook and win the ultimate Chef's Case

Zest up your holiday feast with these must-have sauces and spices.




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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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7 low-carb cocktails

By finding a way to keep the sugar to a minimum, many traditional cocktails can become low-carb versions of the originals.




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The Locavore Strawberry Daiquiri

Local rum, strawberries and honey go into this classic frozen cocktail.




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​Tropical Island Cocktail: Almost like being there

Try this pretty pineapple-orange and vodka cocktail.




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This cannabis-infused vodka tastes more like gin (and it won't get you high)

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




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Can 'skinny' drinks offset your holiday calories?

Low-calorie cocktails abound, even if they're not labeled as such. The key is knowing the amount of alcohol and sugar in what you're drinking.




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The mint julep is the Kentucky Derby's official drink because people love to steal glasses

Stealing bar glasses to keep as a souvenir goes way back and plays a key role in the mint julep, Kentucky Derby relationship.




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Online calculator helps you determine how much seafood to eat

It can be hard to determine how much seafood you can eat safely while meeting your nutritional needs. This online seafood calculator lends a helping hand.




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NASA video captures comet, Earth and Mercury together

A video from a NASA spacecraft studying the sun has captured an unexpected sight.




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Whale ear wax (you heard that right) carries a lifetime of ocean pollutants

By analyzing ear wax from a deceased blue whale, scientists gained clues to years of chemical exposure.