Should more hospitals allow dogs to visit?
June 28, 2017, 8:29 a.m. by Jaymi Heimbuch
The Royal College of Nursing says yes!
For a dose of pure wilderness, check out Finland's 40th national park
June 27, 2017, 4:04 p.m. by Jaymi Heimbuch
Hossa features over 55 miles of trails and 37 miles of waterways to explore, all in the remote wilderness.
Yellowstone grizzlies to be removed from Endangered Species List
June 26, 2017, 2:09 p.m. by Jaymi Heimbuch
Is this a conservation success story, or a decision that will lead to the bears' decline?
Kazakhstan's Altyn Emel boasts deserts, forests — and a sand dune that sings
June 26, 2017, 6:13 a.m. by Jaymi Heimbuch
This protected area has been named a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.
Portugal's threatened rural landscape earns protective designation
June 24, 2017, 9:37 a.m. by Jaymi Heimbuch
Castro Verde Biosphere Reserve gains a new distinction from UNESCO.
Germany's gorgeous Black Forest named UNESCO Biosphere Reserve
June 22, 2017, 6:50 a.m. by Jaymi Heimbuch
The country balances wildlife, culture and sustainable tourism with this new designation.
Costa Rica's Savegre River joins network of biosphere reserves
June 21, 2017, 8:19 a.m. by Jaymi Heimbuch
This gorgeous river is rich in biodiversity, and is home to over half the country's mammals and birds.
Glass eels use an inner compass to navigate the tides
June 19, 2017, 8:22 a.m. by Jaymi Heimbuch
Scientists have figured out how they navigate from the open ocean to coastal estuaries.
9 of the world's biggest fishing firms pledge to protect oceans
June 16, 2017, 8:48 a.m. by Jaymi Heimbuch
The biggest players come together to promote a sustainable future for our seas.
What started out as a simple dog walk has raised $9 million for charity
June 15, 2017, 11:26 a.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
More than 30,000 dogs raised money in the record-breaking Great North Dog Walk.
To protect endangered rhinos, U.S. Army veterans answer a new call to arms
June 7, 2017, 9:41 a.m. by Jaymi Heimbuch
Ex-soldiers are battling poachers and their own personal demons in South Africa.
What's 5 stories high and may make you wish you'd never gone down this road?
June 6, 2017, 7:17 a.m. by Jaymi Heimbuch
This impressive feat of design connects eight roads, and somehow is still easy for drivers to navigate.
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Little girl feeds crows; in return, they bring her gifts
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There's a link between your birth month and certain diseases
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How do you transplant a giant sequoia? Very carefully
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Fireflies! 12 things you didn't know about lightning bugs
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What's that sound? 7 wildlife calls you might hear in your backyard
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You could buy this 370-year-old log cabin ...
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Why are my plants turning yellow?
A closer look at yellowing leaves on plants can help gardeners get to the root of the problem.
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7 surprising facts about dragonflies
Like did you know they can fly backward, have almost 360-degree vision and they're ferocious?
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What is the best way to get rid of poison ivy?
The simplest and best answer is 'very carefully.'
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Top 10 vegetables to grow in your garden
These nutritional powerhouses can flourish in your yard or in containers.
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Good bug, bad bug: How can you tell the difference?
Most bugs are harmless, but here's how to tell the good from the bad — plus organic solutions.
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Got moles? Read this
Don't make a mountain of a literal mole hill. Follow these tips to a mole-free lawn.
