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NASA's Top Images of 2012

December 20, 8:00 AM by Jaymi Heimbuch in Natural Sciences

This set of jaw-dropping images of our planet and solar system are among the best from this year.
12 Paraben-Free Natural Beauty Product Stocking Stuffers

December 19, 3:31 PM by Mairi Beautyman in Culture

From self-tanner to USDA-organic shaving cream and a radish peel that gives a radiant glow, find the perfect stocking-stuffer for everyone on your list here.
Hunker in the Bunker: 9 Apocalypse-ready Homes

December 19, 9:36 AM by Lloyd Alter in Green Architecture

From the archives, our favorite converted bunkers and shelters that will keep you safe this weekend
Photo of the Day: Chestnut Seeds Sprouting

December 18, 8:00 AM by Jaymi Heimbuch in Natural Sciences

In the middle of winter, it's always good to think about the miracle of spring awaiting us.
10 Stylish and Sustainable Ways to Wrap Gifts

December 18, 5:25 AM by Melissa Breyer in Green Home

Give virgin paper and plastic bows the heave-ho-ho-ho with these chic and earth-friendly alternatives -- several costing nothing at all!
Photo of the Day: Galloping Giraffes

December 17, 8:00 AM by Jaymi Heimbuch in Natural Sciences

This images shows the grace of these sometimes awkward-looking animals.
Most Awesome Robots of 2012

December 17, 6:28 AM by Jaymi Heimbuch in Clean Technology

We take a look back at our favorite robot stories: from the miniature to the hulking, from the record-breaking to the mundane.
The Week in Design, From Hobbiton To Tatooine

December 14, 1:10 PM by Lloyd Alter in Green Architecture

OK, that's a bit of bait and switch in the title, but we do have earth sheltered houses running hot and cold, and a lot more
Top 10 Tech Stories This Week: NASA's night photos, gravity-powered lights, best in DIY in 2012, and more!

December 14, 9:30 AM by Jaymi Heimbuch in Clean Technology

The hottest stories in Technology from the last week. Catch up quick!
10 House Plants to Give During the Holidays

December 14, 7:01 AM by Ramon Gonzalez in Lawn & Garden

Air purifying houseplants are universally loved holiday gifts -- whether for mom or the host and hostess of your favorite holiday party.
Photo of the Day: Verbier, Switzerland

December 14, 5:00 AM by Mat McDermott in Travel

I've definitely had a theme in the past few Fridays' Photos of the Day. And, if you guess that I'm jonesing for some time on snow, you're right.
The Year In Strange Design: 20 of the Oddest, Ugliest and Most Useless

December 13, 2:14 PM by Lloyd Alter in Sustainable Product Design

I really didn't know where to start, there is so much terrible stuff around
7 Electric BMWs from the Past 40 Years, 1 From the Future (Hopefully Late 2013)

December 13, 1:55 PM by Michael Graham Richard in Cars

Lately, BMW has been circulating photos and info on electric cars that it has made since 1972. It's not every day that you can see 40 years of electric car evolution, with all the ups and downs of vehicle design, so I thought it deserved a closer look.
10 DIY Gifts You Can Make in Less Than an Hour

December 13, 10:12 AM by Melissa Breyer in Culture

From elegant funky fork bracelets to bath bombs and candied kumquats, we've got your quickie DIY gifts covered.
Photo of the Day: Paddling the Severn River, Muskoka, Ontario

December 13, 10:10 AM by David DeFranza in Travel

Take a moment to enjoy the magic of still waters and peak autumn foliage.
Nature Blows My Mind! The Salty Beginnings of Famous Natural Arches

December 13, 7:00 AM by Jaymi Heimbuch in Natural Sciences

The natural arches in Arches National Park have an unusual story for how they were formed.
From Hobbiton to Tatooine: Earth Sheltered Homes Make Sense All Over The Universe

December 12, 12:29 PM by Lloyd Alter in Green Architecture

From cold and damp to dark and dry planets, they are a clever way to keep warm or cool as required.
Photo of the Day: 1+1=2

December 12, 8:10 AM by Lloyd Alter in Urban Design

In keeping with the numeric theme of 12.12.12