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'Algae Opera': Singer grows edible algae with her breath

Tue, Oct 02 2012 at 12:27 PM

The opera envisions a world in the not-so-distant future of 2060 where algae have become the world's dominant food source. Is this really music or just an curious commentary?

Algae clogs newly renovated Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in D.C.

Thu, Sep 27 2012 at 10:35 AM

The $34 million renovation took two years and will conserve millions of gallons of water a year, but the improvements have made the famous pool decidedly unreflective.

Carmageddon 2 looms over Los Angeles this weekend

Wed, Sep 26 2012 at 12:40 PM

A 2-day shutdown of the 405 Freeway could lead to massive traffic jams. Or not.

Amazing underwater 'crop circles' spun by Japanese puffer fish

Tue, Sep 25 2012 at 12:03 PM

The intricate patterns are beautiful, but these gorgeous surprises also serve a purpose.

Bicycle commuting: How does your state (and gender) compare?

Mon, Sep 24 2012 at 3:35 PM

Washington, D.C., has the highest percentage of bicycle commuters. Across the nation, 74 percent of bike commuters are men.

6 surprising sources of methane

Mon, Sep 24 2012 at 11:12 AM

From hydroelectric dams to rice fields, methane comes from some unexpected places.

What is methane and why should you care?

Mon, Sep 24 2012 at 11:06 AM

This colorless, odorless gas has huge potential as a fuel, but it also poses a major threat to the climate.

Did GMO corn give these mice giant tumors?

Thu, Sep 20 2012 at 10:55 AM

A new study concludes that rats fed genetically modified corn grew massive tumors, but critics disapprove of the scientists' methods.

Biomimicry: Science inspired by nature could feed the hungry, reduce impact of technology

Mon, Sep 17 2012 at 5:54 PM

From a video display inspired by butterfly wings to wind turbines that incorporate bumps like a whale fin, biomimicry could be the future of sustainability.

Is Amazon Prime eco-friendly or wasteful?

Wed, Sep 12 2012 at 5:03 PM

Does the ease of free, one-click shipping outweigh the potential environmental costs?

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A puppy's not a challenge for

Thu, Mar 21 2013 at 5:33 PM

A puppy's not a challenge for a telecommuter -- it's an opportunity! Having a dog means you need to get up every hour or two to let them out. A quick bit of exercise = better health and multiple chances each day to come back to your work with fresh eyes. Enjoy!

Iran is planning to send a

Wed, Jan 23 2013 at 1:16 PM

Iran is planning to send a monkey into space, not a chimpanzee (chimpanzees are apes). I can't find any references to the Chinese experiment you mention, so if you come up with a citation, please let us know.

Thanks, I have fixed that

Tue, Nov 20 2012 at 4:27 PM

Thanks, I have fixed that typo.

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