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Cities

Cities Built In The Shadow Of An Active Volcano

The six cities from across the world presented on this list could quite literally be in the line of fire at any given time.

Ancient World

The Bloodiest Wars Of The Ottoman Empire

The Ottoman Empire experienced many wars throughout its history. The most violent of these occurred in the second half of its existence.

Animals

The Most Snake Infested Lakes in Maine

Although Maine is not the most snake-infested state in the United States, there are still lakes that are the ideal habitat for local species.

Cities

Australia's 9 Best Retirement Towns Ranked

Nine Australian retirement towns ranked across five states. Hospital cities, coastal harbours, river towns, and a Tasmanian ferry gateway in Devonport.

Destinations

This Ontario Town is All About Shakespeare and Chocolate Shops

A weekend in Stratford, Ontario: a matinee of The Tempest at the Stratford Festival, six stops on the Chocolate Trail, and a walk along the Avon River.

Climate

The Driest City in Every US State

Some of America's driest cities receive surprisingly little rain each year. See which city ranks as the driest in every US state.

Cities

9 Coolest California Towns For A Summer Vacation In 2026

Many California towns are overlooked by travelers heading to parks or beaches. These towns offer unique summer experiences worth visiting.

Cities

11 Best Towns In New Mexico For Retirees

New Mexico's small towns are as affordable for retirees as they are adventurous, with access to world-class parks like White Sands and Carlsbad Caverns.

Stories

Exploring One of Michigan’s Best Beach Towns

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.

Lakes

The US States With the Most Lakes Per Square Mile

Discover which US states have the most lakes per square mile, from Alaska's millions to Florida's karst sinkhole basins.

Bodies of Water

5 Most Snake-Filled Bodies Of Water In Tennessee

These are the 5 most snake-filled bodies of water in Tennessee, from Reelfoot Lake to Norris Lake, where watersnakes and cottonmouths are a common sight.

Bodies of Water

5 Most Snake-Filled Bodies Of Water In Kentucky

From a cottonmouth-dense cypress swamp to reservoirs full of timber rattlers, these are the five most snake-filled bodies of water in Kentucky to watch for.

GDP

The Least Developed Countries In The World

One of the key factors contributing to underdevelopment in South Sudan, located in east-Central Africa, is persistent conflict and political instability.

Lakes

Which Country Has The Most Lakes In The World?

Lakes are a vital part of our ecosystem and over half of the world’s lakes are located in Canada. Discover the countries with the most bodies of water on the planet.

Climate

The Most Tornado-Prone States in the US

Discover the 10 states with the most tornadoes, based on 30 years of NOAA data, and learn what makes these regions tornado hotspots.

Stories

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.

Stories

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.

Stories

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.

Society

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?

Geography

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

Space

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.

Society

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.

Ancient World

Was The Roman Empire A Dictatorship?

Explore whether Rome was a dictatorship, from the Republic and Caesar to Augustus, imperial power, and the key limits on emperors' authority in Rome.

Industries

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.

Geography

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.

Ancient World

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.

Ancient World

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?

Industries

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.

Animals

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.

Space

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.

Sports

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.

Politics

The Unhealthiest Presidents In American History

John F Kennedy suffered from various ailments such as chronic back pain. These health concerns were kept secret in order to uphold a false image of vitality and youth.

Volcanoes

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. 

Economics

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.

Mountains

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.

Space

Why Voyager 1 Keeps Sending Strange Data From Interstellar Space

Explore Voyager 1's journey into interstellar space, the truth behind its strange signals, and the discoveries that changed space science.

Space

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.

Society

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.

Geography

Largest Counties In The US By Area

Some counties listed do not have much water surface, but are included due to their massive land surface areas, and others include a significant portion of water.

Industries

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.