Scientists amplify mineral's CO2-storing ability
August 15, 2018, 2:32 p.m. by Noel Kirkpatrick
By speeding up magnesite's natural process, they may have opened the door for a large-scale climate change solution.
Why do rivers need riverkeepers?
May 24, 2018, 8:17 a.m. by Russell McLendon
When the government fails to protect a public resource like a river, our hopes often fall to a loose coalition of citizen conservationists.
Explorers discover massive cave system under Montreal
December 4, 2017, 5:04 p.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
The passages are lined with stalagmites and stalactites.
Volunteers help bring life back to Grand Canyon springs
November 13, 2017, 1:30 p.m. by Michael d'Estries
The Grand Canyon Trust is spearheading efforts to restore watering holes critical to desert species.
The world is running out of sand
November 2, 2017, 5:04 a.m. by Bryan Nelson
Sand and gravel are the most commonly extracted resources worldwide.
Everyone wants to help rebuild Columbia River Gorge (but it's not time yet)
September 14, 2017, 7:53 a.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
Volunteers are eager to get boots on the ground after wildfires devastated their natural treasure.
13 glittering, record-setting gems to ogle
April 5, 2017, 11:39 a.m. by Angela Nelson
From huge pink diamonds to glittering topaz to a giant pearl, these massive gemstones have fascinating histories.
'One Big Home' profiles America's obsession with supersized dwellings
March 7, 2017, 7:16 a.m. by Michael d'Estries
Carpenter Thomas Bena goes behind the scenes to explore the growing trend of 'trophy homes' and 'starter castles.'
Americans are quietly preserving 56 million acres of private land
December 20, 2016, 8:15 a.m. by Russell McLendon
U.S. landowners voluntarily protect more land (and water) than all national parks in the lower 48 states, a new census shows.
Standing Rock protesters celebrate as pipeline is halted
December 5, 2016, 12:15 p.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
Activists relish the victory, but many of them still aren't leaving.
The faces at Standing Rock represent many generations
November 23, 2016, 8:10 a.m. by Jaymi Heimbuch
Why people are protesting the Dakota Access Pipeline.
We're changing the way the world sounds
November 22, 2016, 6:42 a.m. by Starre Vartan
Noise impacts ecosystems in more ways than you might think.
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Here's how cats want to be held
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'Signing Day' recognizes high school seniors starting jobs, not college
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Wanted: Someone to live on a beautiful Greek island with 55 cats
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Creationists and conspiracy theorists share the same cognitive error, study finds
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8 things to never put in your garbage disposal
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What's that sound? 7 wildlife calls you might hear in your backyard
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17 popsicle recipes
You only need a popsicle mold and a blender to get started.
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Dogs that love the beach
With the water, the sand and the sea air, there's just so much to adore.
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10 keys to a great vacation
To make sure it's the best time it can be, a little planning is in order.
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Beaches with unique sand
Here are eight beaches where you can find exceptionally beautiful sand that strays from the norm.
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5 smoothie recipes
Feel free to mix and match these ingredients to create your own refreshing combo.
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How to attract fireflies
Fireflies are like nature's fairy lights, and who doesn't want more of that?
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8 places to escape the heat
You can ski, ice skate, play in snow or just enjoy the cool weather.
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