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When spruce beetles attack!

Drought is making it much harder for trees to defend themselves against invading insects, says a new study.

Maddie Oatman Climate & Energy October 15, 2013

Is extremism in defense of GM food a vice?

Researchers who find problems with genetically modified foods deserve careful scrutiny. Instead, too often, they get pilloried or purged.

Nathanael Johnson Food and Agriculture August 19, 2013

The Power of Multi-Day Walks and Rides

Over the last two years, as part of my work on the climate crisis, I’ve been part of two multi-day...

Ted Glick Uncategorized October 3, 2013

This video explains almost everything you want to know about fracking

Still trying to figure out what the big deal with fracking is? A viral video can help.

Thomas Stackpole Technology September 17, 2013

Replacing poultry inspectors with factory workers might not be greatest idea, says GAO

As the USDA prepares to remove inspectors from poultry factory lines, food-safety groups and the Government Accountability Office are raising concerns.

John Upton Politics September 6, 2013

To avoid diabetes, eat fruit, don’t drink fruit juice

New research found that people who ate whole fruits were 23 percent less likely to develop type 2 diabetes than those who avoided them. Blueberries are particularly healthalicious.

John Upton Culture August 30, 2013