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North Dakota's 10 Best Retirement Towns Ranked
Find top North Dakota retirement towns, from lake life in Garrison to valley scenery in Valley City and strong healthcare in Minot.
10 Northern California Towns With A Slower Pace Of Life
Northern California’s quieter towns offer redwood trails, wine-country charm, caverns, coastal views, and mountain escapes.
10 Lovely Small Towns to Visit in The Rockies This Summer
The Rockies feature lovely small towns worth visiting this summer, especially for those interested in hiking, fishing, and wildlife viewing.
10 Northern United States Towns With A Slower Pace Of Life
Discover quiet small towns in the US, like Cooperstown, Lititz, New Harmony, Baudette, and Copper Harbor, each with museums, parks, and local charm.
Discovering England’s Blenheim Palace, the Birthplace of Winston Churchill
A first-person tour of Blenheim Palace, Sir Winston Churchill's birthplace and Britain's only non-royal palace, near Woodstock in Oxfordshire.
An American Rebuilt Shakespeare’s Globe and He Died Before It Opened
A traveler's tour of Shakespeare's Globe on London's Bankside, plus a candlelit performance of The Tempest next door in the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse.
Discovering the St. Paul’s Cathedral Memorial to 28,000 American War Dead
Tucked behind St. Paul's high altar in London is the American Memorial Chapel, a gift from Britain honoring 28,000 US war dead of the Second World War.
15 Most Beautiful Lakes In America
Here are some incredible lakes that America has to offer, from Lake Champlain and Lake Eklutna in the north to Lake Ouachita in the south.
How Round Gobies Took Over The Great Lakes
Round gobies spread through all five Great Lakes in just a few years, reshaping food webs, displacing native fish, and transforming freshwater ecosystems.
The 6 Most Snake Infested Lakes in the US
Some US lakes teem with water snakes, and a few with venomous ones. Discover the most snake-infested lakes in the country and what's lurking near shore
What Is The National Dish Of The United States?
The national dish of the United States is said to be hamburgers, brownies, or apple pie. But does the United States actually have a national dish officially?
The Largest Casinos In The World
These behemoth casinos have thousands of gaming machines, hundreds of card tables, lodging, and world class entertainment to boot. 5 are located in Macao.
Why Are So Many Countries Called Guinea?
Four countries carry the name Guinea, on two different continents. Discover where the name came from and why it spread so far across the map
What Euclid Is Mapping In The Dark Universe
Euclid is mapping galaxies, dark matter, and dark energy to help scientists understand how the universe formed and why it continues to expand.
States With The Lowest Home Ownership Rates
High prices, dense cities, and renter-heavy markets. Discover the states with the lowest homeownership rates and where buying a home is hardest.
The Largest Man-Made Lakes In The World
Lake Kariba is the largest artificial lake in the world.
12 Most Beautiful Rivers In America
America's rivers are amongst the country's most important and beautiful geographic features. Here are 10 of America's most beautiful rivers.
The 10 Fastest Dying Rivers Of The United States
These ten extremely endangered rivers in the US (according to American Rivers) require immediate restorative efforts and powerful movement to preserve them.
Which Countries Export the Most Food?
The United States is the largest exporter of food products worldwide, sending massive amounts of plant and animal products around the world.
Effects Of Earthquakes
Whether they are short term or long term, there are a variety of ways in which earthquakes can affect the landscape and life in an impacted area.
Why The Roman Empire’s Greatest Strength Became A Weakness
Rome’s territorial reach paved the way for ambitious generals and barbarian leaders to carve out their own spheres of influence.
Strolling St. Joe With My Mum
A travel writer slows down for a day in St. Joseph, Michigan with his mother. Antiques, a carousel, dual lighthouses, and a Lake Michigan wine trail.
Everything You Know About The Ottoman Empire Might Be Wrong
Was the Ottoman Empire truly the "sick man of Europe," or did it, in fact, manage to survive long after its death proclamation?
The Most Heavily Defended Ancient Capitals
The most heavily defended ancient capitals combine two qualities. They must be well-located geographically, and then bolstered with human-built fortification.
Did The Roman Empire Inspire Future Dictatorships?
The Roman Empire is one of the world's greatest civilizations. Its history is a deep source of inspiration for future governments, including dictatorships.
The 10 Largest Gold Mines In The World
Built on the Muruntau gold deposit in the Kyzylkum Desert of Uzbekistan, the Muruntau Gold Mine is the world's largest open pit mine.
The Most Wolf-Dense Regions in the United States
Gray wolves in the U.S. are concentrated in four regions: the Great Lakes, Northern Rockies, Pacific Northwest, and Alaska, with about 19,000 wolves today.
Why The Search For Planet Nine Picked Up Again
Learn why astronomers are searching for Planet Nine again and how the Rubin Observatory could help reveal a hidden world beyond Pluto.
The Largest Baseball Stadiums In The United States
Dodger Stadium, Yankee Stadium, Coors Field, and more: discover the largest baseball stadiums in the United States and how the biggest ballparks rank.
The Most Dangerous Volcanoes In The United States
US Geological Survey cataloged 161 volcanoes throughout the country, 18 of which are considered a "very high threat." Here are at the top of the watchlist.
Why Pluto Might Still Have A Liquid Ocean
Pluto is one of the coldest worlds in the solar system, yet evidence suggests a vast liquid ocean may still survive beneath its icy crust.
The Richest Counties In The United States
Explore the economic powerhouses of the U.S. with a deep dive into the top 10 richest counties and the industries fueling their prosperity.
10 Tallest Mountains In The Contiguous United States
Alaska may have Denali, but there are plenty of awe-inspiring mountain peaks to check out in the continental U.S. Here are the 10 tallest.
The Largest Volcanoes Ever Found Beyond Earth
Explore the largest volcanoes beyond Earth, from Mars’ Olympus Mons to icy cryovolcanoes on Ceres and Enceladus and lava lakes on Io.
The Largest Labor Unions in the US
Labor Unions are a huge force at work in the United States. They advocate for and negotiate on behalf of their members and have a long history here in the US.
Which States Have the Most Active Volcanoes?
Alaska has many active volcanoes. Learn more about Alaska's volcanoes as well as the other US states that top the list for having the most active volcanoes.
Which States Still Grow America's Tobacco?
North Carolina and Kentucky grow most of America's tobacco. Discover the states that produce the most and how a fading industry reshaped the South.
Countries With Whom the US Has No Diplomatic Relations
Why doesn't the US have relations with Bhutan, Iran, or North Korea? Discover the three countries with no diplomatic ties to America and the reasons behind each.
Endemic Birds Of The United States
America has bird species found within its borders and nowhere else. Discover the country's endemic birds and why so many cling to shrinking habitats.
The Most Dangerous Borders In The World
Historical rivalry, economic inequalities, and disputes between neighbouring nations makes borders between them unsafe.