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Go on — laugh at this ridiculous video of a black bear eating a kayak
A kayaker had a complete meltdown when a curious bear started messing with her boat.
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Can we cope with climate change by genetically engineering … people?
Don't worry -- it's just a thought experiment. For now.
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Is it safe to cook with hot tap water?
A reader is eager to get a jump-start on his pasta by opening the hot-water tap -- but Umbra gives him a few heavy reasons to hold off.
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There’s a government conspiracy behind the California drought, so says this guy
Dane Wigington (real name!) claims the government is controlling the weather by spraying chemicals from airplanes.
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This interactive map shows the toxic sites near you
Find out where every Superfund site in the country is -- and where not to park your Vanagon.
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Check out an exclusive clip from Naomi Klein’s new documentary film “This Changes Everything”
Grist brings you a sneak peak at the forthcoming documentary based on Naomi Klein's book.
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Think birth control access doesn’t matter to the planet? Watch this
Watch the video above for our explanation of why reproductive rights matter to the planet -- featuring basic kitchen appliances!
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Can I mix and match different types of eco-friendly lightbulbs?
When a reader wonders whether he has to switch out all the CFL bulbs in his kitchen at once, Umbra sockets it to him.
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What do John Boehner, the pope, and the state of Texas have to say about women this week?
This has actually been a not-bad week for reproductive rights!
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New York City sweeps aside homeless people for pope’s visit
In the days before Pope Francis landed in New York, the city dismantled homeless encampments near places the pope will be visiting.
