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Parents (and nutritionists) are hailing the lunch lady who gets kids to eat healthy lunches and snacks at school. Her name is Donna Riviello and she i

Dear EarthTalk: Why are there stretches of thousands of miles of interstate systems in this country with barren medians? What are the obstacles t

People and animals have shared the planet since the beginning of time. Animals have been companions and partners, helping do the work on the farm, the

Dear EarthTalk: What should I know about artificial sweeteners before I opt for them for myself or my kids in place of regular ol’ sugar? -- G

Growing up in the city has its many benefits as well as challenges. You’re closer to cultural attractions and transportation, but on the flip side,

We know the word smart relates to intelligence and abilities, but where do those skills come from? Are you born being smart or does your environment a

Dear EarthTalk: What are endocrine disrupters, how do they make their way into my body and what can I do to avoid them? -- J.M.

Boys are better at Math and Science. That's what studies used to show. More recent studies suggest girls are just better students, for one, they read

Necessity is said to be the mother of invention, but what about the children of invention? Or, rather, child inventors. Children have an unique abilit

The League of Yes is a great name for an organization. Especially for an organization that helps people see past disabilities to the excitement and jo

The "Yelp of MOOCs" tailors recommendations based on learner's interestsMountain View, CA -- Class Central, a search engine and reviews site for Mas

Do you know what to do if you come into contact with an injured animal? Fistly, you should never handle any wild creature without gloves. Secondly, yo

Dear EarthTalk: I’m in the market for a new set of non-stick cookware for my kitchen, and I’m wondering which type is healthiest? -- R.C.

NFESH Awards Service Grants to Five Senior Nutrition Programs The National Foundation to End Senior Hunger (NFESH) has awarded five new What A Waste

Reading is exercise for your brain and it has many other benefits, including improving your memory, increasing your vocabulary and reducing your stres

Dear EarthTalk: Is it true that home rooftop solar only makes sense in certain parts of the U.S. with proper incentives as opposed to where the sun sh