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Could hemp make a resurgence thanks to marijuana legalization?
Ballot measures passed in Colorado and Washington legalize hemp as well as marijuana. Could this kick-start an industry?
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Umbra’s second helpings: Stressing out
The elections have you frazzled? Umbra says to chill the frack out.
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Growing urban electorate is bad news for Republicans
The presidential election wasn't blue states versus red states: it was cities versus everyone else.
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Marijuana may be more law-friendly, but it’s not more eco-friendly
Washington and Colorado voted to legalize marijuana for recreational use. Can legalization help the pot industry blaze a greener trail?
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If this walrus can do aerobics, what’s your excuse?
He manages to do leg lifts and he doesn't even have legs! That's dedication.
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The coolest ways to charge your phone when you don’t have power
Post-Sandy, our idea of "emergency supplies" might expand beyond canned goods and water to include one of these cell-charging innovations.
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Ask Umbra: Am I saving too many emails?
A reader wonders if her overflowing inbox is polluting the planet. Umbra tells her how to take a byte out of her energy use.
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Eau de Chicago: Perfume uses local ingredients to bottle Windy City’s essence
Tru Blooms Chicago is made from flowers grown in the Windy City's urban gardens. Smelling like Chicago is finally a good thing.
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New York City cancels marathon in light of Sandy’s devastation
Sandy devastation forces officials to cancel one of the city's premier athletic events -- and many New Yorkers breathe a sigh of relief.
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Breaking: Portland sustainability chief admits ‘Portlandia’ isn’t really a parody
Sustainability boss Susan Anderson explains how America's green capitol got that way -- and how Portland faces challenges that go beyond making sure the cool kids have enough food trucks.
