If this week's out-of-place Eastern earthquake is any indication, it's that disaster can strike at any time so you should be prepared. A recent study shows that Californians worry more about earthquakes than any other natural disaster (including wildfires, floods, and tsunamis), but I wonder how many of them actually keep a disaster kit handy in case one strikes? An emergency kit is especially Read more

As the year comes to a close, it's the perfect time to take a look back at some of the best innovations and trends that made their mark in 2009. I've already been getting a feel for what your favorites were in my Best of 2009 series, but no matter which trend you favored, there were some standout stars. Check out some of the great tech trends of 2009 in this slideshow. Read more

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Who says you have to leave your gadgets at home when you're out enjoying all that nature has to offer? I can't go anywhere without my iPod, Blackberry, iPhone, laptop. . . well, you get the picture. So when you want all the comforts of home at the beach, the woods, or even just in your backyard, try solar on for size. Granted, you can't do everything (yet) with solar products, but who wants to Read more

We first heard about the electric DeLorean back in October, but it made its first appearance at the New York International Auto Show this week, and it was accompanied by a price tag. The DMCev is priced at $95,000 and is expected to hit the streets in 2013. You can charge the DMCev with a standard household 110v outlet, taking about three to four hours to fully charge, which equals out to about Read more

Every season, Pantone releases a trend report of their hottest colors, and for Spring, they're especially kid-friendly. From punchy Cabaret (a rich fuchsia hue) and rich yellow Solar Power, to foamy green Margarita and vibrant Tangerine Tango, the shades are bright, fun, and lend themselves to sunny days and long, mild nights. Check out some of the best Spring products and pieces to ensure your Read more

Inching closer to an alternatively powered world, Etón Corporation debuted today the Mobius rechargeable battery iPhone 4 case with a solar panel ($80). First previewed at this year's CES event, the battery case with a monocrystal solar panel requires only one hour of time in the sun to get 25 minutes of talk time, 20 minutes of Internet use, 35 minutes of video playback, and over two hours of Read more

Drew Barrymore graces the cover of Condé Nast Traveler's September Visionaries issue in a photograph captured during her recent trip to Kenya. The actress invited the magazine to join her on the journey and opens up about her connection to the country in the pages of the glossy. Drew visited Africa this Summer to follow up on the progress of the Drew Barrymore Education Project, which she Read more

NASA's Juno spacecraft took off from Florida for a five-year mission to Jupiter yesterday, and while we already shared some fun facts about the mission (including those adorable Lego figures that are on board), we finally have some pics of the liftoff to share as well. Click through the gallery to see the first solar-powered craft (the solar panels are in the "closed" position in these images) Read more