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10 feral animals wreaking environmental havoc
10 feral animals wreaking environmental havoc
Some feral animals are relatively harmless, but others are tenacious and often deadly invasive transplants spreading mayhem wherever they roam. Read...
Best train journeys in North America
Best train journeys in North America
Passenger trains are a viable option in North America for unhurried travelers and people in search of a greener, more scenic way to get wherever they...
7 CEOs who work like dogs
7 CEOs who work like dogs
While researching CEOs for his book, “From Wags to Riches: How Dogs Teach Us to Succeed in Business and Life,” Bob Vetere and co-author Valerie...
Famous presidential pooches
Famous presidential pooches
If the pet-keeping habits of American presidents are any indication, owning a dog, is as American as apple pie. In fact, forefathers George...
10 wildfires as seen from space
10 wildfires as seen from space
NASA’s Earth-observing satellites have circled our globe for more than a decade providing pertinent information on various wildfires around the...
Classic American hiking trails
Classic American hiking trails
A few trails in the U.S. enjoy a high profile because of their overall length, remoteness, amazing scenery or historical significance. These classics...
The best animal photos of May
The best animal photos of May
See the best animal photography of the month, including a snoozing panda, newborn cheetah cubs and a rhesus monkey beating the heat.
5 manly dishes for busy homes
5 manly dishes for busy homes
These days it often requires two paychecks to bring home the bacon. One of the best ways to ensure one gender isn't pulling constant kitchen...
9 celebrities who haven't aged well
9 celebrities who haven't aged well
It’s time to spotlight a few celebs, both living and dead, who have faced Father Time in a not-so-graceful manner.

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10 of the biggest animals to roam the planet
10 of the biggest animals to roam the planet
When it comes to size, humans are mere peanuts next to ballpark-sized animals. Here are 10 of the biggest animals that have ever roamed planet Earth.
The best animal photos of May
The best animal photos of May
May faces: The best animal images of the month.
10 famous Appalachian Trail hikers
10 famous Appalachian Trail hikers
The AT is the world's most famous long-distance hiking trail, but many of its hikers are also well-known — some for their trail exploits, others...
6 of the saddest zoos in the world
6 of the saddest zoos in the world
Zoos have come a long way from the wildlife prisons of the past, but a few still cling to outdated, inhumane practices.
8 unexpected animals that sing
8 unexpected animals that sing
Everyone knows that birds and insects sing with abandon, and humans undoubtedly enjoy singing. But what about other animals?...
Mississippi rising: Flooding in Memphis and beyond
Mississippi rising: Flooding in Memphis and beyond
Photos of effects of the near-record water levels along the Mississippi River.
7 cultured animals that share knowledge
7 cultured animals that share knowledge
Humans aren't the only beings that can invent and pass along knowledge to their offspring. Here are some examples of cultural animals.
13 animals hunted to extinction
13 animals hunted to extinction
Numerous species have been wiped out primarily by human hunters in the last couple hundred years alone.
10 incredible images of the sun
10 incredible images of the sun
The sun is the center of all life and energy for Earth. Check out these incredible images of the sun taken by NASA.

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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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10 places to visit before they vanish
10 places to visit before they vanish
We may be one of the last generations to see some of the Earth's most cherished places.
5 great moments from Hollywood's green wannabes
5 great moments from Hollywood&#039;s green wannabes
Some stars try to assert their eco-cred and fail — miserably.
DIY cork coasters and placeholders
DIY cork coasters and placeholders
Repurpose those post-celebration corks into coasters and other useful trinkets.
Top 10 environmental documentaries of 2009
Top 10 environmental documentaries of 2009
Photo gallery: These eco-films are sure to shock, inspire and entertain movie buffs this holiday season.
How to make your own wrapping paper
How to make your own wrapping paper
Make gifts stand out and save money with your own designs using recycled materials.
26 celebrities with eco-sounding names
26 celebrities with eco-sounding names
<div>Enjoy our gallery of famous people whose names share an environmental connection.</div>
Great inns open only to those with good hiking shoes
Great inns open only to those with good hiking shoes
Tired of cruise ship pollution, frozen airplane food, or hours driving in a gas-guzzling car to get to your favorite vacation spot? Why not try a...
Model citizens: 7 green supermodels
Model citizens: 7 green supermodels
<div>Seven supermodels who are fusing fashion with environmental ideals.</div>
Eco-photos: April 21st
Eco-photos: April 21st
<p>A look at what's going on in thee green world today.&nbsp;</p>

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Eco-photos of the week: Aug. 16-22
Eco-photos of the week: Aug. 16-22
<p>&nbsp;Eco-photos of the week: Aug. 16-22</p>
Eco-photos of the week: Aug. 9-15
Eco-photos of the week: Aug. 9-15
<p>Eco-photos of the week: Aug. 9-15</p>
Eco-photos of the week: Aug. 2-8
Eco-photos of the week: Aug. 2-8
<div>&nbsp;Eco-photos of the week: Aug. 2-8</div>
7 car-free cities
7 car-free cities
You have to do some digging to escape the army of cars now clogging the planet's roads and highways, but here are a few car-less cities to...
Eco-photos of the week: July 26-Aug. 1
Eco-photos of the week: July 26-Aug. 1
<p>&nbsp;Eco-photos of the week: July 26-Aug. 1</p>
Eco-photos of the week: July 19-25
Eco-photos of the week: July 19-25
<p>Eco-photos of the week: July 19-25</p>
Eco-photos of the week: July 12-18
Eco-photos of the week: July 12-18
<p>&nbsp;Eco-photos of the week: July 12-18</p>
Traffic congestion dipping as economy falters
Traffic congestion dipping as economy falters
<div>Here's a status report on the nation's commuters.</div>
Eco-photos of the week: July 5-11
Eco-photos of the week: July 5-11
<div>&nbsp;Eco-photos of the week: July 5-11</div>

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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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