Why little-visited Uruguayan capital Montevideo is worth a look
The Uruguayan capital flies under the radar, but has an atmospheric old town, a rich musical and literary heritage and ...
This animal sanctuary lets you track rare rhinos on foot in Kenya
The secluded Samburu conservancy is the first of its kind in the region, and every step supports conservation efforts and ...
Cicadas are back—and this time it’s the ‘mother of all broods’
The eastern U.S. is about to be inundated with trillions of Brood XIV periodical cicadas—which were first documented by the ...
What exactly is brain fog? Here’s what scientists are finding out.
Scientists have long struggled to define brain fog—let alone pinpoint a cause for it. But research is starting to reveal ...
This simple doodad is saving our feet on long flights
With features like memory foam and sole cradling designs, these foot hammocks will make your feet feel like you’re in first ...
Who should really be allowed to dig for dinosaurs?
The French countryside is rich in fossilized eggs, footprints, and bones. A battle is raging over who is allowed to hunt for ...
At the edge of Romania, the Danube Delta is a wilderness best discovered by boat
Romania’s section of the Danube Delta brims with natural wonders, but Letea Forest, a stretch of the wetland where green ...
What is noctourism—and why is it on the rise?
From safari ‘star beds’ to the Taj Mahal after hours, travellers are increasingly keen to experience the world after dark — ...
7 unmissable outdoor adventures in Ohio’s Hocking Hills
From zip-lining over the forest to hiking scenic trails and exploring deep caves, there are plenty of exciting ways to ...
Level up your birding with binoculars and spotting scopes
Combining the convenience of binoculars with the power of spotting scopes can take your birdwatching experience to new ...
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It's the 100th anniversary of The Great Gatsby and New York is ready to party, old sport
It’s late morning in Harlem and the jazz brunch at Minton’s Playhouse is in full swing. Cocktails are flying out across the polished mirrored bar, as up on stage a spotlit singer croons over ...
Who invented s’mores? Don’t believe the myths—this is the real history
Lots of people get credit for inventing the gooey campfire treat. But a woman named Cookie—yes, Cookie—made it into a ...