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9 Nicest Small Towns In Maine
Maine’s nicest small towns are a fusion of tradition, scenic nature, and community pride as exemplified by the towns described in this article.
The Lakes Where Yellow Perch Grow Largest
A few lakes have produced yellow perch that shattered expectations, with record fish topping three pounds and holding their place for decades.
The Best Fly Fishing Lakes In America
Some hold record-class trout worth crossing the country for, others put newcomers on fish from shore. Ten of the best fly fishing lakes in America, ranked.
The Largest Museums In The United States
Size means two things in a museum: floor space and sheer stuff. Meet the largest museums in the US, from 148 million specimens to a two-million-sq-ft hall.
10 Countries with the Largest Uranium Reserves
Australia holds 1.67 million tonnes of recoverable uranium, but Kazakhstan mines the most. How the ten largest resource holders compare.
Where People Are Moving To In Wales In 2026
Discover five places attracting growth in Wales in 2026, including Newport, Cardiff, Barry, Rhyl, and Prestatyn, and what is driving their appeal.
Italy's 11 Best Retirement Towns Ranked
Italy's 11 Best Retirement Towns Ranked pairs hill towns, lakes, and coastal villages with the practical needs that matter most when retiring abroad in Italy.
Saltwater Crocodile
The saltwater crocodile is the largest living reptile and holds the strongest bite force ever measured, ruling estuaries from India to northern Australia.
Why Some Stars Die In Massive Explosions
Learn why some massive stars explode as supernovae while others collapse into black holes and how these blasts help to seed future planets.
11 Ideal Queensland Destinations for a 3-Day Weekend in 2026
Eleven Queensland destinations built for a 3-day weekend in 2026, with drive times, the right month for each, and what to actually do once you get there.
Which State Has The Warmest Lakes For Swimming?
No cold-water shock here. Ten Arizona lakes, from busy Havasu waterfronts to quiet Patagonia in the south, stay bathwater-warm deep into the summer.
A Driving Tour of River Road National Scenic Byway
A Driving Tour of River Road National Scenic Byway winds along Michigan's AuSable River, past sand dunes, high bluffs, and the Lumberman's Monument.
The Year The Colorado River Stopped Reaching The Sea
When did the Colorado River stop reaching the sea? Around 1960, when Glen Canyon Dam choked off its flow, with only rare returns since, including a 2014 revival.
Mako Shark
The mako shark is the fastest shark in the ocean, a warm-muscled predator clocked near 45 mph that leaps clear of the water. Both species are now Endangered.
American Crocodile
The American crocodile is the most widespread crocodile in the Americas, a salt-tolerant coastal predator ranging from Florida to Peru across 18 countries.
What Animals Live In The Gobi Desert?
Fewer than 50 Gobi bears remain on Earth, all in one desert. Discover the animals of the Gobi and how they survive one of the planet's harshest places.
Which Planet Is The Brightest In Our Sky?
Venus is the brightest planet in our sky, reflecting most of the sunlight that reaches it. Find out when it peaks and why.
The Worst Decisions Made By Roman Generals
Rome lost armies at Cannae, Carrhae, Teutoburg Forest, and Adrianople. A look at the commanders whose choices cost the empire dearly.
8 Underrated Illinois Towns Worth the Drive in 2026
Beyond the bright lights of Chicago, there are many smaller, underrated towns in Illinois worth making the drive for in 2026.
Which Planet Has Days Longer Than Its Years?
Venus takes 243 Earth days to spin once but only 225 to orbit the Sun. Here is why its day outlasts its year, and how Mercury complicates it.
The Biggest Scandals In Ancient Rome
From Caesar's affair with Cleopatra to a throne sold at auction, these are the scandals that shaped how Rome is remembered today.
What The Hubble Tension Could Break In Cosmology
The Hubble Tension is a fundamental conflict in physics regarding the rate of expansion of the universe, with wide-ranging implications.
Was The Roman Empire Really Better Than The Roman Republic?
Rome swapped the Republic's power sharing for the Empire's administration. What Augustus gained, and what Diocletian's court cost.
What's the Loudest Sound in Space?
Learn why pressure waves from a black hole 250 million light-years away became known as the loudest sound in space, despite there being no confirmed record.
Ancient Tunnels Still Functioning
Ancient tunnels in Rome, Jerusalem, Iran, Oman, and China still carry water by gravity more than 2,000 years after they were dug.
An Afternoon Or More in Creemore, Ontario
An Afternoon Or More in Creemore, Ontario reveals a walkable Mill Street of cafes, a Michelin-starred restaurant, lavender farms, and craft beer.
8 Overlooked Towns In Wales Worth Visiting
8 Overlooked Towns In Wales Worth Visiting, from coastal Holyhead and Tywyn to castle-rich Kidwelly, Llandovery, and grand Powis Castle in Welshpool.
Riding the Sunrise Coast Pure Michigan Byway
Michigan's Sunrise Coast Scenic Byway is a 200-mile Lake Huron road trip of sunrise piers, historic lighthouses, state park beaches, and shipwreck lore.
African Countries With Islam As The Religion Of The Majority
In 19 African countries, Islam serves as the religion of the majority.
Country Names With 10 Letters
18 countries have names that contain 10 letters, from Azerbaijan to Uzbekistan. Discover what other countries make the list!
Life Expectancy in Asia
Japan has the highest average life expectancy in Asia, as well as the world.
What Continent Is Hawaii In?
Although politically Hawaii is considered part of North America, geographically Hawaii is not part of any continent.
Landlocked Countries In Asia
Twelve countries in Asia are considered landlocked, although some of them, like Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan, are along the Caspian Sea.
What Are The Contiguous United States?
Forty-eight states and the District of Columbia share a boundary with at least one other state and jointly make up the contiguous United States.
The Longest Mountain Ranges in Asia
The Kunlun Mountains, in China, is the longest mountain range in Asia.
Which Countries Border Italy?
Italy borders France, Switzerland, Austria, and Slovenia, plus the two microstates it completely encloses: San Marino and Vatican City.
The Largest Stadiums In Asia
The biggest stadium on Earth isn't in America or Europe. It's in Asia, alongside 14 more giants. See the largest stadiums in Asia, ranked by capacity.
What Is A Cloud Forest?
How cloud forests drink from the clouds, and why Kilimanjaro, Monteverde, Yakushima and the Appalachians all depend on the mist.
The Driest States In The United States
The driest states in the US aren't all deserts. Some are famous for snow. Ranked by NOAA precipitation data, with the geography that keeps each one dry.
The Cities With the Lowest Annual Rainfall in the US
The Cities With the Lowest Annual Rainfall in the US are led by Yuma, Arizona, where barely three inches fall in a year, followed by Las Vegas and Phoenix.