What is arsenic and why is it bad for you?
June 14, 2019, 8:31 a.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
Found in everything from drinking water to rice and apple juice, arsenic can be a serious health concern.
Seals help researchers understand strange holes in Antarctic sea ice
June 13, 2019, 8:15 a.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
Polynyas can act as oases for penguins, whales and seals, giving them a place to breathe.
A beautiful thing happens when farm animals are 'Allowed to Grow Old'
June 12, 2019, 3:49 p.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
Isa Leshko's dignified farm sanctuary portraits may change the way you view aging.
This woman lives with 9 fluffy Newfoundlands
June 12, 2019, 9:38 a.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
They're on their way to becoming therapy dogs.
Why the extinction of nearly 600 plant species in 250 years is a big deal
June 11, 2019, 11:04 a.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
Researchers say the real number is likely much higher.
Urban food forest takes root in Atlanta
June 11, 2019, 9:29 a.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
It's the first in Georgia and the largest in the U.S.
There's more to chronotypes than morning people and night owls
June 10, 2019, 2:51 p.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
Are you a morning, night, afternoon or 'napper' person?
Your stress may be stressing out your dog
June 7, 2019, 12:37 p.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
Dogs pick up on their owners' anxiety and mirror their emotions.
You can see Jupiter and some of its moons this month with binoculars
June 7, 2019, 8:26 a.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
Jupiter and its moons will be most visible on June 10.
10 things to know about measles
June 6, 2019, 11:17 a.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
Measles viruses can stay alive for hours and spread to 90% of susceptible people.
How to pet a dog the right way
June 6, 2019, 8:21 a.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
There's more to petting than just a scratch behind the ears.
New York on cusp of banning cat declawing
June 5, 2019, 10:45 a.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
More cities and states are taking steps to ban the procedure, but not everyone agrees it's the right solution.
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'Super mom' spotted on a Minnesota lake — with 56 ducklings in tow
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Parallel worlds exist and interact with our world, say physicists
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9 of the world's largest dog breeds
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World's largest honey bee makes rare hallucinogenic honey
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Ohio names shelter pets the official 'state pet'
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Dad has no idea he brought the wrong dog home from the groomer
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How to tell what's eating your garden plants
There are plenty of potential culprits, and there are just as many ways to stop them.
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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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Grow birdseed, don't buy it
Here are 10 flowering plants that look gorgeous and reward you with seeds.
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10 secret gardens in the middle of major cities
These hidden gardens are peaceful oases in the middle of the urban hustle and bustle.
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How to make a sun map of your garden
There are many ways to map an area's sunlight exposure. Here are a few tips to make sure your pla...
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How to fight the heat
Plant selection and design in addition to proper watering can help reduce stress on plants.
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9 ideas for creating shade
When the sun gets overbearing — and it will — you have options.
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