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The planet is our beat.

The Pork in the Road

Two paths are before us—but only one leads to a sustainable future of healthful, humane food production. Which one to take? (Hint: Follow the pig with the spring in its step.)

Hot Tub Time Machine

Off the coast of Italy, CO2-spewing vents are giving scientists a glimpse at the acidic oceans of our future. The results are frightening.

These Ships Have Sailed

Lake Michigan's water is so clear right now that you can see right down to the shipwrecks.

The Black Death

Does coal have a future in the United States?

Something's Fishy

Rio's Olympic rowing venue has a pollution problem—and it’s super smelly.

Thar She Blows!

Watch a sperm whale get up close and personal with a remotely operated vehicle.