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Tales of a crafty Christmas
When the whole family decided to go DIY, all bets were off. Would the gifts be awesome, or would it end badly? And most importantly, what would the boyfriend do?
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German scientists have created perfect Christmas trees through cloning
The Germans have invented a perfect Christmas tree. It doesn't shed, it is perfectly symmetrical. It is like the second coming of Jesus, in tree form.
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This school district saved $1.5 million just by turning off lights and stuff
A school in suburban Seattle has saved tons of money with just one easy little fix: they turn stuff off when they're not using it! What a concept.
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Chicken farmers replace antibiotics with oregano oil
Oregano oil may be a natural solution to protecting chickens from germs without antibiotics, and also probably making them taste like pizza.
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New York’s energy-efficiency survey suggests that older is often better
Despite LEED certification for new buildings, structures with thicker walls and fewer windows often are more environment-friendly.
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Seattle mayor calls for city’s pension funds to dump oil stocks
Seattle's Mike McGinn becomes the first municipal leader to join 350.org's divestment campaign. He's pushing back again coal trains too.
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World’s largest gluten-free pizza weighs 50,000 pounds
It's the size of an Olympic swimming pool, so good luck eating a slice, although you could possibly make a tent out of one and live in it if necessary.
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Peer-to-peer bike share Liquid is like AirBnB for bicycles
Just search nearby for a friendly bike owner who's willing to rent out her bike for a few bucks an hour, and you're off and pedaling.
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Thanks for nothing: A post-holiday report from Grist’s Grinch
Our maverick dad set out to create a magical holiday for his family without buying them presents. Santa proved unstoppable, but he still claims victory.
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Here is an elephant who thinks it’s an ostrich
It's OK, baby ostriphant, you will figure all this shit out eventually.
