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Food Mythbusters: Do we need industrial agriculture to feed the world? [VIDEO]
These new explainer videos (a la "The Story of Stuff") aim to unpack the biggest myths about the food you eat. The first one asks: Is Big Ag necessary to stave off hunger?
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Lady Gaga is going to launch a brand of bottled water
Seems like someone who says she cares about the world and who is not a total moron might want to do something else with her time.
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Probably a good idea: Government to study cancer risk of living near nuclear sites
A similar study in 1990 found nothing to worth worrying about, but, hey, good idea to check.
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This light switch forces kids to save energy through emotional manipulation
This dimmer switch smiles when the lights are off and frowns when they're on.
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Dutch towns could heat their bike lanes during the winter
As usual, the Dutch have it all figured out.
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Here are some cute bike messengers and their butts
Men with good glutes, dumb hats, and questionable facial hair pose for a calendar.
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Watch a cute rescued fox eat his birthday treat
He gets a whole bag of marshmallows, but don't worry -- it's just a once-a-year treat, and anyway, he saves some for later.
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Mars’ grand canyon can kick our Grand Canyon’s ass
Mars may or may not have water, but it does have a gigantic, beautiful canyon that puts America's Grand Canyon to shame. I
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Why no one said the c-word in the debates
Four debates and no mentions of climate change. Have we moved backward when it comes to focus on science in politics?
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New species of jellyfish lives in Portland International Airport and feeds on anxiety
If you happen to be migrating through Portland International Airport, you may have come across this tank of jellyfish gently drifting in the currents.
