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10 Hottest Sustainable Denim Companies for Men's and Women's Jeans

Jeans are a wardrobe staple: Here's where to look to stock your closet with stylish eco-friendly versions.
Why You Shouldn't Buy Ladybugs for Natural Pest Control in your Garden

Got ladybugs? Encourage native ladybugs in your garden instead of buying wild-harvested ladybugs to manage pests.
The Music Box: Artists Turn Shanties into Musical Instruments in New Orleans (Video)

Nine ramshackle structures have been rigged by a team of musicians, artists, and inventors to create a musical shantytown.
Weekday Vegetarian: Shaved Raw Asparagus with Lemon Dressing

Get ready to pucker up with this intensely lemon flavoured side dish.
Sea Shepherd Founder Paul Watson Will Be Extradited to Costa Rica

Sea Shepherd has issued a call to action, urging the German Ministry of Justice to overturn the court decision.
Eco Wine Review: Wrath 2010 Ex Vite Pinot Noir

Wrath's 2010 Ex Vite Pinot Noir is complete, with lots of black cherry and red raspberry. A bit fuller than your typical Pinot, this wine is as drinkable as it is food friendly.
Clever Plastic-Free and Low-Tech Ways to Store Fresh Fruits and Vegetables

Skip the fridge and plastic bags when storing fruits and veggies. They'll last longer and taste better.
Budget Cuts Have Made City Trees Deadly, With Victims Receiving Huge Payouts

Pity the neglected trees in New York City...
Florida School Sets World Record For Recycling

Kids at Sugg Middle School don't just learn about history -- they make it.
Sea Shepherd's Paul Watson Arrested in Germany (UPDATED)

While working to stop illegal shark fishing in Guatemala, Sea Shepherd intercepted a Costa Rican ship, the crew of which accused Sea Shepherd members of trying to kill them.
Genetically Modified Eggplant Field Trials Halted by Court in Philippines

The move comes as a result of a petition from Greenpeace Southeast Asia, which asserts that GM crops can cause serious health issues.
5 Gorgeous Climbing Vines to Plant for a Flowing, Bohemian-Chic Container Garden

The best way for a freestyle bohemian planter is go for the vine. Find five stunning ones here, from flowering to fruit-baring.
5 Invasive Plants You Can Eat

As invasive species threaten native ecosystems, why not fight them with your appetite and a sauté pan?
Is Meat Glue Safe?

Meat glue is under public scrutiny like pink slime but what is it and is it safe?
Eco-Art Installations Sprout in a Taiwanese Village

Unsuspecting visitors to the small fishing village of Cheng Long might feel the need to blink and rub their eyes. Is there really a giant bowl and chopsticks sinking into the wetlands? What are those brightly colored things growing all over that house?
Elsa and Me's Little Red Dress is Perfect for Mothers and Daughters, Too

Just in time for Mother's Day and warmer temps, Elsa and Me's little organic cotton dress gets a colorful red makeover.
Meat Industry Grossly Outspends Animal Rights, Veg Groups

Check this out: Those red dots are the advertising budgets of the big meat producers and meat industry groups, just the advertising budgets; the green dots are the entire budgets of animal welfare groups.
Boston Gardening Initiative to Offer Free ‘TOM-ato’ Plants to Promote Urban Gardening

Boston is hosting a tomato plant giveaway to encourage new urban gardeners.