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5 spicy chocolate dishes Try these five sweet and spicy chocolate-inspired recipes designed to add a wow factor to everyday fare.	10 overlooked eco-tourism destinations It doesn't really matter if you are going to “the next big eco-tourism destination” or traveling somewhere that has not yet made a name for...	14 don't-miss animal photos from October This month's best animals photos including tiny hedgehogs, a motherly macaque monkey, an endangered Hangul deer and a Scottish Fold cat dressed...
10 incredible images of solar flares Solar flares and other activity from our star are perhaps among the most beautiful and feared events in the solar system. Here are 10 images of solar...	7 must-see places to visit in the off-season The trick to visiting a popular destination in the off-peak season is to find the window of time when good weather, lack of crowds and low prices...	Best places to see the northern lights If you want to see the aurora borealis at their most spectacular this year, try one of these destinations.
5 inspired vegetarian sandwiches Think of a veggie sandwich as a chewy salad or crunchy soup using fresh fruits and vegetables combined with the best bread. Try these five recipes...	6 unbelievable animals Evolution and niche specialization can create some crazy looking forms of life. Here are six strange examples.	Top 8 U.S. safari destinations Before you decide to cut into your life savings for an African safari, consider the options available much closer to home.

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.	8 asteroids in our solar system We’ve compiled several images from NASA and elsewhere of notable neighboring asteroids.	10 historic images of rocket launches Varied launch conditions have led to some fantastic images of rockets shedding their earthly coil. Here are 10 images of rockets at their most...
7 stargazing events not to miss this spring and summer Keep your eyes trained on the night skies, because there are many stargazing events that are not to be missed.	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...	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 Spouting fire and noxious gases, volcanoes have inspired and frightened people since the dawn of time. Now, thanks to Earth-observing satellites of...	14 extinct animals that could be resurrected Can lost species ever become un-extinct? Many scientists believe it's only a matter of time before many extinct animals again walk the Earth...	8 wilderness icons under threat In honor of Earth Day, we've compiled a list of eight icons of the wilderness — animals, plants and places — that are under threat from human...

Top 10 green U.S. cities

Top 10 green U.S. cities

Top 10 green U.S. cities

7 sci-fi movies with plausible eco-themes These science fiction films feature the environment as a main character, centered around themes that tout an eco-friendly message.	Explore the catacombs of Paris Paris was a crowded city in the late 1700s. It had a burgeoning population clamoring for housing and burial plots. To free up real estate and get rid...	7 unusual medical museums Here you’ll find seven of the most intriguing and odd medical museums from across the world, where serious learning often goes hand-in-hand with some...
10 places in the U.S. where bikes and boats rule If you're tired of traffic and high gas prices, it's time to put the car in park, unbuckle your seatbelt and enjoy one of these vacation...	Planking: 11 examples of a bizarre pastime The rules of planking are simple: lie down face first with your hands by your side and take a picture. Extra points for doing this in a creative...	6 examples of pricey, trash-based art One man's trash is another man's art. Take a look at six artists who have taken discarded items and turned them into upscale, high-dollar...
11 hotels that cater to the sustainable traveler If you're a consistently green consumer, why not become a green traveler? Plan your next vacation around one of these havens for sustainable...	14 examples of eco-fashion gone too far The sustainable fashion trend has inspired a variety of eco-conscious designers — but, as with all trends, there are some who take things a little...	8 amazing kids who have changed the world Here are eight young people who have made an impressive mark on history and our world.

7 times social networking saved lives 7 true stories about applications, devices and services that come to the rescue.	Eco-photos of the week: Oct. 24-30 Eco-photos of the week: Oct. 24-30	12 bizarre examples of genetic engineering Take a look at the some of the genetically engineered plants and animals already in existence — and many that are coming your way soon.
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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 Photo gallery: Lace up your sneakers and burn calories to help save the planet with these 10 eco races.	Solar Decathlon 2009 20 teams compete to build the most sustainable home.
G20 Leaders: A who'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	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.

5 Mediterranean comfort food recipes Here are five Spartacus-approved recipes to stoke the furnace and do battle with the colder months.	5 sustainable seafood recipes Adventurous eaters or the merely curious can dine well on sustainable versions of 'surf and turf' and traditional seafood dishes...	5 recipes to fight the winter blues Here are five recipes to try for a healthier and happier winter.
Urban foraging recipes If you want to be the envy of your locavore friends, tell them you sourced dinner from a ditch or gully. While not every weed is an epicurean delight...	8 eco-friendly East Coast wineries Most of the news about sustainable wineries seems to come from out West, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t some green wine action going on back East...	10 good luck foods for a new year Find out which traditional eats are symbols of a fortune-filled future.
5 shocking facts about drinking When it comes to health, is there anything more controversial than alcohol consumption?	Forever foods: 10 cooking staples that can outlast you You may be surprised how many of your kitchen staples have a shelf life of decades — even after they've been opened.	5 vegetarian-friendly Thanksgiving recipes Thanksgiving just isn't about turkey! Try these vegetarian dishes to please everyone at the table.

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 When you're ready to put away the lights and ornaments, be sure you properly dispose of your tree, too.	DIY window treatments With a handmade shade, you can add some style while saving energy.
10 great green houses Here are 10 great versions of the green home.

Top 10 reasons to attend the New Orleans Jazz & 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 Learn about the characters in Ted Turner's classic environmental animated series, Captain Planet and the Planeteers.	Eco-friendly Valentine'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 <div>Twenty-five eco-friendly, last-minute gifts that won't bust your budget.</div>	Earth Day photos - The past year <p>Earth, still beautiful in its more tragic moments. On April 22, 2009, Earth Day is celebrated in many countries to inspire...