Nov 26, 2013 12:44PM
A $2 million prize is being offered to whoever invents the best instruments for monitoring and sustaining ocean health.
When encouraged to make a quick decision, study participants were more likely to contribute to the common good than to hoard money for themselves.
Too many trees per acre makes trees more prone to drought, hinders native species, and endangers wildlife habitats.
Reports have quadrupled of children harmed by swallowing the mini-batteries found in remote controls, greeting cards and other devices.
In an eight-week study, the antioxidant-rich juice lowered systolic blood pressure in people by three points.
A new web site offers up-to-date information on toxic chemicals that might be lurking in food, baby products, furniture and other items we buy.
Oct 31, 2013 12:32PM
The eco-conscious Mexican fast food chain is labeling genetically modified (GM, GMO) items in its menus plus switching to GMO-free sunflower oil.
Using tanning beds to maintain a golden glow comes at too high a cost; it can double the risk of the deadliest type of skin cancer in those under 35.
To boost the survival chances of local startups, a Web-based lender enables people to crowd-source low-interest business loans.
Polymers found in crustacean shells can retard fires in bedding and mattresses, replacing the endocrine disrupters now in widespread use in the U.S.
