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Highlights from the London Summer Olympics
Highlights from the London Summer Olympics
As the London Olympics finishes up its first full week of events, take a look back at the past several days of the elite athletic contests...
9 U.S. farmers markets every food lover should visit
9 U.S. farmers markets every food lover should visit
For most people, the best farmers market in the world is the one they return to week after week. However, some markets stand out because of their...
Olympic highlights: Photos from Days 1-4
Olympic highlights: Photos from Days 1-4
With over 10,000 athletes across 26 disciplines representing 204 nations, the 2012 London Games is packed with victory, heartbreak and drama.
16 don't-miss animal photos from July
16 don't-miss animal photos from July
This month's best animals photos including zoo animals cooling off with icy treats and a bunny hopping competition.
8 clearly cool glass houses
8 clearly cool glass houses
Providing abundant natural daylighting and blurring the boundaries between the interior and exterior worlds, a home boasting a massive glass wall —...
5 things your brain does better than a computer
5 things your brain does better than a computer
There are still a few activities that are too complex for a computer to bash its binary way through. In those realms, humans still reign.
8 best secluded beaches in North America
8 best secluded beaches in North America
Want to escape cool northern climates or take a break from the office? Sun and sea seekers in North America will find that idyllic and isolated...
8 incredible images of lunar eclipses
8 incredible images of lunar eclipses
Be they white, grey, orange, or red, a lunar eclipse is a spectacular vision.
10 green athletes going for gold in London
10 green athletes going for gold in London
10 olympians who go above and beyond — not just athletically, but environmentally.

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7 images of ghostly nebulae
7 images of ghostly nebulae
As spacecraft point their lenses into the vast unknown of space, we get a glimpse of the universe in all its weird and wonderful glory. Here are...
9 of the smartest animals on Earth
9 of the smartest animals on Earth
Humans aren't the only intelligent creatures on Earth. Meet nine of the planet's cleverest creatures.
9 scary images of shelf clouds
9 scary images of shelf clouds
Shelf clouds are like a thunderstorm's face, sometimes foreshadowing its inner fury and sometimes just bluffing.
British Wildlife Photography Awards: 2011 winners
British Wildlife Photography Awards: 2011 winners
The British Wildlife Photography Awards, first established in 2009, is a photo competition that recognizes U.K. wildlife photographers and...
The best animal photos of September
The best animal photos of September
September faces: The best animal images of the month.
8 of the smallest animals of their kind
8 of the smallest animals of their kind
Let's turn our attention to the obscure animals that don't require a microscope but are still considered small for their kind.
8 intriguing images of Pluto and beyond
8 intriguing images of Pluto and beyond
Pluto and its mysterious neighbors hold perhaps some of the most exciting astronomical discoveries to come.
A chicken breed to fit your need
A chicken breed to fit your need
Once you've decided to raise chickens, you must decide which breed fits your situation best. Here's a rundown of the most sought-after...
The best animal photos of August
The best animal photos of August
August faces: The best animal images of the month.

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Top 10 green U.S. cities
Top 10 green U.S. cities
Top 10 green U.S. cities

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St. Johns River photo contest winners
St. Johns River photo contest winners
Craig Weeks of Fleming Island, Fla., captured a stunning sunset and the grand prize of the photo contest sponsored by Georgia-Pacific Co. and the St...
Group Halloween costumes: 7 quirky ideas
Group Halloween costumes: 7 quirky ideas
We've got seven ideas for group Halloween costumes, including lots of timely ones.
10 parks with fantastic fall color displays
10 parks with fantastic fall color displays
As the fall colors deepen, so do the amount of people who seek them.
10 fun jack-o'-lantern festivals
10 fun jack-o&#039;-lantern festivals
Enjoy the frightful lights of Halloween at these events.
5 tips for taking better nature photographs
5 tips for taking better nature photographs
Serenbe Photography Center’s Kathryn Kolb, an award-winning nature photographer from Atlanta, says a few simple steps can make a big difference while...
8 influential bloggers who are also under 21
8 influential bloggers who are also under 21
See which youngsters are leaving a mark on the online landscape.
15 of the biggest scientific hoaxes
15 of the biggest scientific hoaxes
Here are 15 of the greatest scientific hoaxes ever concocted.
11 beauty products that may be ruining the planet
11 beauty products that may be ruining the planet
Take a closer look at what's inside typical beauty products. The facts get pretty ugly.
10 of the smallest homes in the world
10 of the smallest homes in the world
Here's a reminder that bigger isn't always better: 10 of the tiniest homes in the world.

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Eco-photos of the week: Jan. 24-30
Eco-photos of the week: Jan. 24-30
Eco-photos of the week: Jan. 24-30
Eco-photos of the week: Jan. 17-23
Eco-photos of the week: Jan. 17-23
Eco-photos of the week: Jan. 17-23.
Eco-photos of the week: Jan. 10-16
Eco-photos of the week: Jan. 10-16
See the best photos from the week of Jan. 10-16.
Eco-photos of the week: Jan. 3-9
Eco-photos of the week: Jan. 3-9
Eco-photos of the week: Jan. 3-9.
Eco-photos of the week: Dec. 27-Jan. 2
Eco-photos of the week: Dec. 27-Jan. 2
Eco-photos of the week: Dec. 27-Jan. 2
Eco-photos of the week: Dec. 20-26
Eco-photos of the week: Dec. 20-26
Eco-photos of the week: Dec. 20-26
Fact or fiction? 7 eco-myths debunked
Fact or fiction? 7 eco-myths debunked
With today's technology, myths get spread quickly, so let's debunk a few green ones.
Eco-photos of the week: Dec. 13-19
Eco-photos of the week: Dec. 13-19
Eco-photos of the week: Dec. 13-19
Eco-photos of the week: Dec. 6-12
Eco-photos of the week: Dec. 6-12
Eco-photos of the week: Dec. 6-12.

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7 of the greenest sports complexes in the world
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
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
Solar Decathlon 2009
20 teams compete to build the most sustainable home.
G20 Leaders: A who's who gallery
G20 Leaders: A who&#039;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
Ten green U.S. landmarks
Seven green jobs to get you through the recession
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.

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Top 10 organic fast-food restaurants
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&nbsp;Top 10 organic fast-food...

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6 foods we could lose in an outbreak
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
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
DIY window treatments
With a handmade shade, you can add some style while saving energy.
10 great green houses
10 great green houses
Here are 10 great versions of the green home.

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Top 10 reasons to attend the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival
Top 10 reasons to attend the New Orleans Jazz &amp; Heritage Festival
<div>This gallery should convince you to get yourself to New Orleans for great music, food and fun.</div>
Captain Planet and the Planeteers
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
Eco-friendly Valentine&#039;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
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
Earth Day photos - The past year
<p>Earth, still beautiful in its more tragic moments.&nbsp;On April 22, 2009, Earth Day is celebrated in many countries to inspire...

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