Dracula-hunting and bear hides—inside the Romanian region that has it all
The Romanian region that inspired Bram Stoker is more fairy tale than horror story. Here’s your itinerary, from castles to ...
St. Peter's Basilica contains his tomb... right? Why there's still some doubt
Some believe the basilica on Vatican Hill was built over the martyred bones of the apostle Peter—but is that true? After ...
A look inside the growing Black RV camping movement
The number of Black campers in America has doubled in less than a decade, with some community groups teaming up to share ...
This worm-like parasite is killing off Florida’s native snakes
Snake lungworm disease, which infects at least 19 snake species, is poised to spread throughout the southeastern U.S.
Private jets are increasingly replacing car trips—for the ultra-wealthy
The ultra-rich are flying more on private jets, some of which emit more carbon per hour than an average person produces in a ...
Enchanted Soudah: A journey above
Growing up in Soudah, his family did not have a television at home. “There were no distractions, just a simple village life,” remembered Ali. Outside of school, he spent most of his time working in ...
Rain or shine—be prepared with these 8 travel umbrellas
Made of fiberglass, steel, silicone, and recycled PET, the ShedRain Jumbo Compact Umbrella is made to be durable, resisting ...
Why do animals eat their own poop—and other animals’ too?
This natural survival strategy, known as coprophagy, reveals how wildlife makes the most of every available resource.
Workouts don’t have to be so hard. Here’s how low-intensity training transforms your body.
Low-intensity Zone 2 workouts may sound simple, but they can improve metabolic health, help regulate blood sugar, and enhance endurance in the long term.
On the trail of Paddington Bear from London to Peru
This autumn, Paddington heads to Peru on the big screen. Here, we explore how families can follow in his pawprints both in ...
It’s getting dark out again. Here’s why it’s actually good for your health.
As dark sky sanctuaries grow in popularity, scientists are revealing more of the benefits of darkness—from repairing DNA to ...
The best winter jackets and coats for women
Whether you’re ski touring or just visiting a wintry city, these insulated and weather-proof jackets will help keep you warm.