Antibiotic-resistant superbugs are an increasing threat all around the world, and for the last several years, researchers have been looking at alternatives to antibiotics to fight deadly bacteria. Recently, an unlikely candidate has been discovered, in the form of...
When done correctly, movies have the ability to cram a world’s worth of experience into an efficient 2-hour window.  Also, there are often snacks involved. While the bulk of environmentally themed movies tend to be documentaries, this list focuses on...
We've all experienced buyer's remorse. It's that sinking feeling that sets in shortly after you've made a terrible purchasing decision. The high linked to the moment of purchase wears off, and you realize you've been left holding something useless...
Green tea has been enjoyed in Asian cultures since ancient times. Today, it's a popular drink all over the world, and for very good reason. You probably already know that green tea is healthy. However, do you know just...
Wild camping can be one of the most exciting experiences possible while traveling abroad. However, for many people, it can also be quite intimidating, especially in developing countries. At first, it can feel like a bit of a leap to...
Aloe plants were a familiar part of my household growing up — being a family of outdoor enthusiasts meant that we spent a lot of time exploring nature. Spending so much time outdoors unfortunately meant that we also experienced...
  Fennel has a way of surprising you — when looking at a bulb of fennel, you'd think it would offer a light, crisp, earthy taste. Although you would expect a subtle flavor, this hardy plant packs a big licorice-like...
Eating can be a very enjoyable thing, especially if you've just made a yummy dish and are eagerly digging in. However, savoring your food is one thing, and eating emotionally is quite another. We all eat for sustenance, but some...
Although the three-million-square-mile Amazon Basin boasts the world’s largest tropical rainforest and biodiversity beyond measure, it is under constant siege by humans eager to develop and strip it of its natural resources. A new agreement recently signed in Lima, Peru...
A 19-year-old partially disabled cancer patient was roughed up and bloodied by TSA officers on her way home from treatment at St. Jude's hospital. Now the teen and her mom are suing the TSA over the assault. Radiation damage left teen...