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5 cocktails from your juicer Dust off your juicer for some of the freshest cocktails and coolers around.	10 endangered birds of America The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service reports that as many as 91 species of the nation's birds remain on the verge of extinction or are threatened.	10 stunning images of rainbows and their less-famous cousins Rainbows aren't the only sky masterpiece that nature can produce. Take a look at some impressive photos of moonbows, fog bows and yes, some...
Earthquake damage seen from space NASA is working improve our understanding of how the planet moves and provides incredible images of earthquakes and the aftereffects.	5 vegetarian tailgating recipes While game-day grub has evolved well beyond grilled hot dogs, the diehard vegetarian is still going to be sorely tested at a tailgating party. But...	10 of the cutest endangered species Here’s our list of the world’s most adorable endangered species — but not all of them are ideal for cuddling.
7 top American scuba diving destinations Want to experience some world-class diving without having to dig out your passport? These destinations are your best options.	5 seasonal smoothies With a little bit of imagination you can enjoy smoothies year round, pairing seasonal fruits and vegetables with basic ingredients like milk, yogurt...	7 amazing islands for eco-tourists For travelers who want to get completely off the beaten path and experience nature up close and unfiltered, these islands should be at the top of the...

7 interesting bits of environmental trivia The world needs more informed people — and more competitive games of Trivial Pursuit. Do the world a favor and read up on these seven useful bits of...	9 high-profile champions of nuclear power While a few pro-nuke leaders have turned against the technology, a few high-profile, influential and powerful leaders still think nuclear is a way to...	10 places ruined by man-made catastrophes Man-made environmental catastrophes come in varying degrees of tragic, but none is as awful as when human action renders once-pristine land...
6 snowstorms that crippled the East Coast They make for winter wonderlands, but snowstorms can be dangerous and disruptive events. We take a look at 6 storms that hit the East Coast hard.	Comets 101: A primer on the 'dirty snowballs' of space Comets are the rogue cousins of our solar system family, flashing about space with brilliant tails streaming behind them.	8 trail-blazing images from NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory The Jet Propulsion Laboratory of the California Institute of Technology has long been at the forefront of NASA’s missions into space. Director...
The best animal photos of December December faces: The best animal images of the month.	The top 11 animal stories of 2011 As another wild year comes to a close, here are 11 of the most interesting animal tales from 2011.	Polar bears under watch Check out these images of polar bears and their habitat from the United States Fish and Wildlife Service in Alaska.

5 summertime first-aid essentials

Don't let sunburn, bug bites or poison ivy spoil your summer. Let Mother Nature soothe your pain without hurting your wallet or the planet.

Top 10 green U.S. cities

Skin and hair care from the fridge Here are a few of the most popular concoctions you can make to keep your hair and skin healthy and beautiful.	5 ways to green your Valentine's Day Here are a few simple steps you can take to celebrate Valentine's Day with a lighter environmental footprint.	12 African Americans who are greening the nation Here's a look at 12 African Americans who have worked to make our planet healthier, safer and greener for all its inhabitants.
15 impressive winter creations Here are 15 wintry creations that will give your backyard snowman a run for his money.	Is your city wasteful? From hanging clothes out to dry to using rain barrels and buying secondhand clothes, the Nalgene Least Wasteful Cities Study puts the nation’s top 25...	8 eco-superheroes that might surprise you Meet a handful of not-so-obvious eco-superheroes who range from a sustainable chef to a vegan starlet to British royalty. They may have flown...
MNN's 2010 photos of the year The year in photographs, courtesy of Mother Nature Network.	How to wrap gifts like a professional Follow this step-by-step guide for gorgeously wrapped presents.	MNN holiday gift guide 2010 Presenting a friend or loved one with the perfect holiday gift is a lot like baking: It requires skill, patience, beautiful presentation and the...

8 influential green websites (besides MNN) These sites have influenced and inspired many of the bloggers and entrepreneurs working to develop the next big green media hit.	Eco-photos of the week: March 14-20 Eco-photos of the week: March 14-20	Eco-photos of the week: March 7-13 Eco-photos of the week: March 7-13
2010 CeBIT Tech Fair The CeBIT Technology Fair, touted as the world's foremost tradeshow for the digital industry, kicked off March 1 in Hanover, Germany, to the...	Eco-photos of the week: Feb. 28-March 6 Eco-photos of the week: Feb. 28-March 6	Eco-photos of the week: Feb. 21-27 Eco-photos of the week: Feb. 21-27
Eco-photos of the week: Feb. 14-20 Eco-photos of the week: Feb. 14-20	Eco-photos of the week: Feb. 7-13 Eco-photos of the week: Feb. 7-13.	Eco-photos of the week: Jan. 31-Feb. 6 Eco-photos of the week: Jan. 31-Feb. 6.

7 of the greenest sports complexes in the world There are a number of big sports complexes making a real effort to have a lighter footprint on the environment.	10 green fund-raising races in 2010 Photo gallery: Lace up your sneakers and burn calories to help save the planet with these 10 eco races.	Solar Decathlon 2009 20 teams compete to build the most sustainable home.
G20 Leaders: A who's who gallery <div>As G20 leaders converge on Pittsburgh Sept. 18 to discuss climate change and other global issues, here's a who's who of who...	Ten green U.S. landmarks Ten green U.S. landmarks	Seven green jobs to get you through the recession It's scary out there right now. It seems that every day brings more news of massive layoffs and people losing their homes to foreclosure.

7 carbon-neutral wineries around the world

Here's our guide to wineries that have gone so far as to achieve carbon neutrality -- there's only a handful of them in the world!

Civet coffee: Good to the last dropping

<div> <div> <div> <div> <div>Kopi Luwak, or civet coffee, may be the best (and most expensive) cup of coffee you...

Top 10 organic fast-food restaurants

<p>Fast, cheap, and high quality? That's right. Fast food does not have to be bad for you. Check out the Top 10 organic fast-food...

6 foods we could lose in an outbreak Modern food and agricultural corporations operate on a huge scale, and that's where consistency matters. When it comes to edible crops, variety...	5 steps to reusing your Christmas tree When you're ready to put away the lights and ornaments, be sure you properly dispose of your tree, too.	DIY window treatments With a handmade shade, you can add some style while saving energy.
10 great green houses Here are 10 great versions of the green home.

Top 10 reasons to attend the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival This gallery should convince you to get yourself to New Orleans for great music, food and fun.	Captain Planet and the Planeteers Learn about the characters in Ted Turner's classic environmental animated series, Captain Planet and the Planeteers.	Eco-friendly Valentine's gifts Roses are red, violets are blue, and Valentine's gifts are green. Let MNN help you find the best one here.
Cheap and green holiday gift guide <div>Twenty-five eco-friendly, last-minute gifts that won't bust your budget.</div>	Earth Day photos - The past year <p>Earth, still beautiful in its more tragic moments. On April 22, 2009, Earth Day is celebrated in many countries to inspire...