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Why does meat have to be manly?
The concept of "clean eating" is actually pretty messy, especially for women.
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On “True Detective,” public transit riders have it even worse than usual
Nothing adds insult to bus-riding injury like being run over by an SUV.
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Europe is so hot right now — and only going to get hotter
Global warming doubles the chances of European heatwaves.
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How development banks can help restore faith in a Paris climate deal
An initiative by the World Bank and others could make funding for climate change adaptation more transparent.
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Your plane’s ETA is wrong, and it’s the climate’s fault
The climate is messing with your flight is messing with the climate.
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Agave, the plant that gets you drunk off tequila, could also help drought-proof our food system
Scientists want to teach other plants to be as water-thrifty as the nifty agave plant.
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The South still doesn’t have any wind farms — but that’s about to change
The Southeastern U.S. lags the rest of the country on renewables, but a new wind project in North Carolina could be a sign of changing times.
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Is it OK to buy plastic water bottles for emergencies?
A reader wants to know: Are big plastic jugs of bottled water really the best way to go? Umbra finds out.
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We’re asking the tough questions on meat
Sit back, relax, and put on your meat glasses: We're about to take a deep dive into the most controversial food group.
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NYC is looking to buy a whole lot of clean energy
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio wants to power all city government operations with renewables within 10 years.
