Because Millennials don’t already get enough flack from media and researchers, a new study says that today’s young Americans are not as environmentally concerned as past generations were at their age.
The results may seem …
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Actress Lucy Lawless Arrested While Protesting Arctic Oil Drilling
Here’s a cause that could use some help from Xena. Actress Lucy Lawless and five others were arrested on Monday, three days after they climbed onto an oil-drilling ship to prevent it from making exploratory wells in the …
Edible Opportunities in New Orleans’ Lower Ninth
Six years after Katrina, it’s still a challenge to find basic resources in New Orleans’ Lower Ninth Ward. But a local community garden and education center is trying to change that.
Sleepy Dormouse is YouTube Sensation
Here’s your obligatory cute animal video of the day.
Bangkok Struggles With Massive Floods
“In the worst-case scenario, if all the dikes break, all parts of Bangkok would be more or less flooded.”
— SERI SUPHARATID, Rangsit University’s disaster director, on the city’s ongoing flooding (via MSNBC)
Up to 20 Million Tons of Japan’s Tsunami Debris Expected on U.S. Shores
The scenic shores of Hawaii are bracing for a surge of waves, but not of water.
Unknown Disease Killing Ringed Seals in Alaska
Scores of ringed seals along the coast of Alaska have fallen victim to a mysterious disease that has been afflicting the area since July.
Report: Chinese Raccoon Dogs Skinned Alive for Knockoff Ugg Boots
It’s a trend that provokes mockery, yet persists due to its unrivaled comfort. But now “Ugg boots” — or more specifically, knockoffs of the classic UGG Australia brand — are coming under fire for the inhumane treatment of …
Amazing Video: Rock Cliff Crumbles Into Ocean in Cornwall
Coastal erosion is actually quite a depressing topic, but we’re sure glad it presented us with this stunning video.
Hell on Wheels: Mexico City Tops Global Poll of Worst Places to Drive
So you think your commute is bad? Spare a thought for drivers in Mexico City – which has the most tortuous driving in the world, according to a new IBM survey.
Artist Renders Giant ‘Melting Vitruvian Man’ on Arctic Ice
Let’s face it: all Arctic ice looks about the same. Cold, and white, and deserted. But now, there’s one piece to watch.
No Soup For You! Shark-Fin Soup Ban Approved by California Legislature
Shark-fin soup just got one step closer to becoming illegal throughout California.