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5 cocktails from the garden
5 cocktails from the garden
Raise a glass to the bees, butterflies and other pollinators with these five garden-inspired cocktails with ingredients from the yard and farmers...
7 ridiculously expensive cat and dog breeds
7 ridiculously expensive cat and dog breeds
Whatever the reason for the eye-popping price tags, the following cats and dogs can set you back an arm and a tail.
10 traumatic phobias inspired by nature
10 traumatic phobias inspired by nature
The following environmental phobias may sound amusing on the surface, but for those who suffer from them, they are a living nightmare.
8 images of solar eclipses
8 images of solar eclipses
Solar eclipses provide an excellent opportunity to gather information about the sun in relation to the Earth — and they also produce some amazing...
What the future looked like way back when
What the future looked like way back when
While many of the past predictions are humorous and wildly innaccurate, our ancestors did get some things right.
8 roadside attractions made from salvaged materials
8 roadside attractions made from salvaged materials
Some are works of art, others are hobbies-turned-obsessions, but all of the roadside attractions on our list were made with salvaged and recycled...
8 of the strangest spa treatments
8 of the strangest spa treatments
Sometimes you need a way to relieve stress and retain your youthful glow. Check out some of the weirdest ways you can unwind.
The best animal photos of April
The best animal photos of April
See the best animal photography of the month, including an adorable orphaned Mangabey monkey and hundreds of pitbulls rescued from a dogfighting...
9 images of volcanoes as seen from space
9 images of volcanoes as seen from space
Spouting fire and noxious gases, volcanoes have inspired and frightened people since the dawn of time. Now, thanks to Earth-observing satellites of...

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8 outstanding images of the planet Uranus
8 outstanding images of the planet Uranus
Learn more about the blue-green planet that is four times as large as Earth and is covered by methane gas clouds.
10 images of the Earth that look like art
10 images of the Earth that look like art
You've never seen Earth as you will in this gallery of Earth photos that look like art!
The best animal photos of March
The best animal photos of March
March faces: The best animal images of the month.
14 wacky animal sports
14 wacky animal sports
Here’s a look at 14 bizarre sports that involve everything from a dead cricket in your mouth to a live ferret in your pants.
10 animals that learn through play
10 animals that learn through play
Here are 10 animals that use play to get more out of life. You might be surprised by what you learn.
8 animals that have traveled in space
8 animals that have traveled in space
Long before the first lunar landing, dogs, chimps and monkeys flew beyond our atmosphere to test the influence of space on living organisms.
Earthquake in Japan: Wreckage and recovery
Earthquake in Japan: Wreckage and recovery
Japan faces an ongoing threat of nuclear meltdown after a massive earthquake induced a powerful tsunami. Meanwhile, entire towns have been swept away...
9 wondrous water caves
9 wondrous water caves
Many of the world's most awe-inspiring caves formed along the shores of oceans and lakes. Here are 9 extraordinarily watery caves from around...
Disaster in Japan: What now?
Disaster in Japan: What now?
Rescue and recovery missions take priority as Japan takes stock after the earthquake, tsunami and an explosion at a nuclear plant.

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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: June 28-July 4
Eco-photos of the week: June 28-July 4
<p>&nbsp;Eco-photos of the week: June 28-July 4</p>
Eco-photos of the week: June 21-27
Eco-photos of the week: June 21-27
<p>&nbsp;Eco-photos of the week: June 21-27</p>
Eco-photos of the week: June 7-13
Eco-photos of the week: June 7-13
<p>&nbsp;Eco-photos of the week: June 7-13</p>
Eco-photos: Week of May 31-June 6
Eco-photos: Week of May 31-June 6
<p>&nbsp;Eco-photos of the week: May 31-June 6.</p>
Eco-photos of the week: May 24-30
Eco-photos of the week: May 24-30
<p>&nbsp;Eco-photos of the week: May 24-30.</p>
Eco-photos of the week: May 17-23
Eco-photos of the week: May 17-23
<p>&nbsp;Eco-photos of the week: May 17-23.</p>
Eco-photos of the week: May 10-16
Eco-photos of the week: May 10-16
<p>&nbsp;Eco-photos of the week: May 10-16</p>
Top 10 funniest eco-bumper stickers
Top 10 funniest eco-bumper stickers
<p>&nbsp;Top 10 funniest eco-bumper stickers</p>
Eco-photos of the week: May 3-9
Eco-photos of the week: May 3-9
<div>Take a visual tour of this week's environmental stories.</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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Five classic summer corn recipes
Five classic summer corn recipes
This MNN writer stumbled upon a sale price of five ears for $1 — a bargain. After he gathering a few grocery items, he paid $25 for onions, avocados...
10 great eco-bars
10 great eco-bars
Get your (green) drink on at these eco-friendly watering holes.
5 awesome green wineries
5 awesome green wineries
There's nothing better than taking a sweet swig knowing that the vino was brewed with eco-love by winemakers whose vineyards are organic or...
DIY organic biscotti with chocolate chips
DIY organic biscotti with chocolate chips
For an elegant holiday treat that's economical and easy to make, try this homemade biscotti recipe.
5 cranberry dishes for the holidays
5 cranberry dishes for the holidays
5 ways to spice up your holiday feast using cranberries.
10 eco-friendly food trucks
10 eco-friendly food trucks
Photo gallery: The budget-friendly mobile food business is booming, and street vendors are stepping up and becoming more green. Our list of 10 eco-...
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
<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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