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Five Organizations Bringing Clean Cooking Technologies to the Developing World

May 18, 2012

Cooking’s a killer activity in the developing world: millions die from smoke inhalation, and forests are stripped bare as billions gather wood for their stoves (or for making charcoal for cooking). Take a look at five organizations working to address these multiple challenges.

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Ford Begins Taking Orders for 2013 C-Max Hybrid

May 18, 2012

The C-MAX is a compact hybrid utility vehicle and the Ford’s first dedicated line of hybrids. The 2013 C-MAX Hybrid will be available this fall with a base price of $25,995.

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10 Haunting Images of Dead Birds

May 18, 2012

Death is an uncomfortable topic for many of us, and decomposing carcasses are generally avoided. The beauty of these images of dead birds is this rather unexpected.

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The Nazi BV 141: The Most Asymmetrical Aircraft Ever Made

May 18, 2012

The Luftwaffe had many different and unique airplane designs during World War Two, but nothing came close to the asymmetrical design of the Blohm & Voss BV 141.

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Cleanweb Hackathon Comes to Boulder, CO May18-20

May 18, 2012

After hitting San Francisco, New York City and Boston the exciting Cleanweb Hackthon stops in Boulder CO. The Cleanweb Hackathon is an upcoming gathering to demonstrate the impact of applying information technology to resource constraints. Are you a developer looking to make a difference through tech? Head on over!

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Prius C Earns ‘Top Pick’ Safety Rating from IIHS

May 18, 2012

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety busted up a few Prius C hybrids to see how they held up in crashes. Here’s what they found…

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21 Eco-Friendly Summer Tips That Are Worth Repeating

May 18, 2012

Image by Per Ola Wiberg / Creative Commons I don’t know about where you live, but it has been getting pretty hot around here. Temperatures have been closing in on 100°F and I’d say it is about time for some … Continue reading →

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Could "Gatorponics" Revive Defunct Chicken Farms?

May 18, 2012

Could a combination of alligator farming and hydroponics be the savior of former chicken farmers, or is it a dangerous and cruel distraction?

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Paul Watson Will Be Released on Bail, But Must Stay in Germany Awaiting Possible Extradition

May 18, 2012

Watson must put up over $300,000 in bail and stay in Germany while awaiting the final ruling on whether he will be sent to Costa Rica to face trial on a decade-old charge.

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