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Cat-astrophes: Cats rescued from disasters
Cat-astrophes: Cats rescued from disasters
Check out these 10 photographs of cats being rescued after disaster struck and find out what you can do to prepare your pets for an emergency.
Viewer's guide to meteor showers
Viewer's guide to meteor showers
Here's a look at a few annual meteor showers and what we've learned from them through the years.
9 of the world's most impressive city parks
9 of the world's most impressive city parks
From Paris' Luxembourg Garden to Bangkok's Lumphini Park, here are nine big-city parks worth adding to the itinerary.
7 of the best running trails in America
7 of the best running trails in America
If you prefer wildlife over wild drivers aiming for your heels, here are seven running trails across the United States that offer happier trails.
7 memorable UFO-inspired images from NASA and beyond
7 memorable UFO-inspired images from NASA and beyond
Here are seven interesting UFO-like images from NASA and other sources, most of which have been debunked with detailed explanations.
5 ideal treats to bring to a food swap
5 ideal treats to bring to a food swap
Try these five tried-and-true recipe ideas bound to arouse fellow swappers' taste buds without breaking the bank.
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.

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15 funny signs from Occupy Wall Street
15 funny signs from Occupy Wall Street
Protesters have a knack for puns and witty one-liners, and the Occupy Wall Street movement is no different. See some of our favorite, funny protest...
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...

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5 summertime first-aid essentials
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
Top 10 green U.S. cities
Top 10 green U.S. cities

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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.
MNN's Father's Day Gift Guide
MNN&#039;s Father&#039;s Day Gift Guide
Think outside of the cologne-and-cufflink-filled box by considering these 10 Mother Nature-approved Dad’s Day gift ideas.
8 of the greatest eco-friendly beaches in the world
8 of the greatest eco-friendly beaches in the world
We scoured the planet to find the most spectacular shorelines — and no surprise, most of our top choices are found on protected land or are nearly...
9 jaw-dropping caves
9 jaw-dropping caves
Here are 9 amazing caves from around the world that will make your jaw drop.
15 travel destinations being ruined by tourism
15 travel destinations being ruined by tourism
Some of the most beautiful places in the world are being marred by too many trampling feet.
10 environmentally friendly superheroes
10 environmentally friendly superheroes
Check out our list of greenest good guys.
Life's lucky 7: The places most likely to harbor aliens
Life&#039;s lucky 7: The places most likely to harbor aliens
Although we've yet to discover life outside of our planet, there are a few places right in our backyard where aliens may be lurking.
Bed jumping: What's old is new again
Bed jumping: What&#039;s old is new again
Travelers around the world are posting pictures of themselves using their hotel beds as trampolines on <a href="http://www.hotelsbycity.net/...

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Top 10 'cash for clunkers' purchases
Top 10 &#039;cash for clunkers&#039; purchases
Learn more about the cars that consumers purchased most during 'cash for clunkers.'
Top 10 'cash for clunkers' trade-ins
Top 10 &#039;cash for clunkers&#039; trade-ins
More than 670,000 drivers participated in the CARS program in summer 2009. Check out the top 10 clunkers!
Eco-photos of the week: Nov. 29-Dec. 5
Eco-photos of the week: Nov. 29-Dec. 5
Eco-photos of the week: Nov. 29-Dec. 5
Eco-photos of the week: Nov. 22-28
Eco-photos of the week: Nov. 22-28
Eco-photos of the week: Nov. 22-28.
Eco-photos of the week: Nov. 15-21
Eco-photos of the week: Nov. 15-21
Eco-photos of the week: Nov. 15-21.
Eco-photos of the week: Nov. 8-14
Eco-photos of the week: Nov. 8-14
Eco-photos of the week: Nov. 8-14
Eco-photos of the week: Nov. 1-7
Eco-photos of the week: Nov. 1-7
Eco-photos of the week: Nov. 1-7
Eco-photos of the week: Oct. 25-31
Eco-photos of the week: Oct. 25-31
Eco-photos of the week: Oct. 25-31
Eco-photos of the week: Oct. 18-24
Eco-photos of the week: Oct. 18-24
Eco-photos of the week: Oct. 18-24

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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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7 carbon-neutral wineries around the world
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
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
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
This gallery should convince you to get yourself to New Orleans for great music, food and fun.
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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