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6 of the world's most remote communities
6 of the world's most remote communities
If you ever get sick of polite society and think you're up for the challenge of living way out there, take a look at these six remote...
10 people who switched careers to do something sustainable
10 people who switched careers to do something sustainable
Check out some multitasking DIY types, veggie tenders, chicken whisperers and chip purveyors who are quietly transforming their lives and the economy.
The best animal photos of March
The best animal photos of March
See the best animal photos of the month, including controversial colored chicks and more great animal photography.
Images mark 100th anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic
Images mark 100th anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic
As the world marks the 100th anniversary of the legendary sinking of the Titanic, here are 10 images of the wreck as captured by National Oceanic and...
7 places for top-notch stargazing
7 places for top-notch stargazing
There are several lovely dark spots in the United States and beyond to see the stars. Here are 7 prime viewing areas to consider.
Drunkard animals: 5 creatures that consume fermented fruit or drinks
Drunkard animals: 5 creatures that consume fermented fruit or drinks
The following animals eat fermented fruits or drink alcoholic beverages, sometimes with disastrous results.
10 inspiring urban gardens
10 inspiring urban gardens
One of the more encouraging aspects of the food reform movement is the latest push by urban planners and city dwellers to save neighborhoods from...
8 breathtaking images of baby stars
8 breathtaking images of baby stars
In a universe of fantastic images, a newborn star can seem the most mystical. Cradled within the dusty arms of a nebula, a baby star almost seems to...
Early spring scenes of 2012
Early spring scenes of 2012
A mild winter gives into a blooming early spring, to the joy of nature lovers and the chagrin of allergy sufferers.

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The best animal photos of January
The best animal photos of January
January faces: The best animal images of the month.
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.
11 intriguing transparent animals
11 intriguing transparent animals
Transparent animals — creatures with transparent, glass-like skin — can be found lurking in abundance in ecosystems around the globe.
9 surreal images of Venus
9 surreal images of Venus
Venus, second planet to the sun, is named for the Roman goddess of beauty and love. While eerily beautiful, the surface of Venus is as hostile as the...
8 remarkable images of Neptune
8 remarkable images of Neptune
The beautiful blue orb of Neptune is the eighth and farthest planet in our solar system from the sun. Thanks to Voyager 2 and the Hubble telescope,...
10 creatures that thrive in caves
10 creatures that thrive in caves
Trapped deep underneath the Earth and left to evolve in blackness and isolation for thousands of years, cave animals are some of nature's most...
10 animals presumed extinct in the last decade
10 animals presumed extinct in the last decade
Here's a look at the species that were declared extinct in the last decade — and a few that scientists say may also have gone the way of the...
10 dazzling images from the WISE telescope
10 dazzling images from the WISE telescope
NASA's WISE infrared telescope reached its one-year anniversary in December. To celebrate, here are four new dazzling images of the scope's...
Bouncing zoo babies of 2010
Bouncing zoo babies of 2010
Take a look at some cuties that joined the animal kingdom in 2010.

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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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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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10 great green moments in planes, trains and automobiles
10 great green moments in planes, trains and automobiles
10 great green moments in the history of planes, trains and automobiles.
Eco-photos of the week: April 19-25
Eco-photos of the week: April 19-25
<p>&nbsp;Eco-photos of the week.</p>

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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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