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Video: Building Upon Da Vinci's Genius

Da Vinci was undoubtedly a genius whose imagination and foresight put him hundreds of years ahead of his contemporaries. A new exhibit at Maryland Science Center poses the question, "What if he had built the machines so carefully rendered in his notebooks?" We offer you a sneak peek.

Following the Green Path in Healthcare

As the source of tons of trash -- both medical waste and other garbage -- getting hospitals on the road to greener practices is vitally important. As in other industries, changing the mindset of the administration and employees isn't simple, but several area hospitals have taken the first steps down the path to sustainability.

Video: Rock Music + Tweeting = $$$ for Charity

What do you get when social media and philanthropy meet? The Baltimore HF-Twestival, a rock concert that benefits Music4more, a Baltimore charity that puts instruments into the hands of students in area schools.

It's a Big World and Baltimore is Staking Its Claim

As The Port of Baltimore welcomes another record-breaking year of foreign trade, Baltimore's harbors, nonprofits and universities continue to carve their niche in the world economy.

Are Baltimore's Green Initiatives More Than Just Talk?

In Baltimore there has been a lot of green talk, a lot of green white papers and a lot of green promises. Talk, as they say, is cheap; so, is the city making good on its green agenda? And are there jobs in it for Baltimore residents?

Video: Blue is the New Green at the Aquarium

The National Aquarium is a forerunner of GREEN practices in the city of Baltimore. Laura Bankey, the manager of conservation, describes the many eco-friendly aspects of the National Aquarium.

Baltimore: A City Charmed for Business

Growth in the biosciences, IT, the impact of BRAC and Baltimore's proximity to D.C. are fueling a "second renaissance" in the region. With all that going for it, Baltimore offers fertile ground for companies looking for their first home or a new location for their HQ.

Spectacle: Fashion Week in Baltimore

New York does it. Los Angeles does it, too. And, last week Baltimore did it -- holding its annual Fashion Week bash. Baltimore's top designers put their best togs on the catwalk for the delectation of the city's fashionistas. We bring you the pictures.

That's So Bmore: Why We Love This Charmed City

Every city has something that sets it apart. New York oozes sophistication. In D.C. it's all about influence and power. New Orleans, on the other hand, has a relaxed, laissez-faire attitude. This is the first in a series in which we'll look at things that make Baltimore so Baltimorish -- the things that lure in new residents, compel those who live here to stay and keep former inhabitants longing for home.

Video: Baltimore Mashup

Fresh from YouTube: What does your Baltimore look like? Visit My Baltimore asks that question of notable and noteworthy Baltimoreans and delivers the answer in this video mashup that we rather like.
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