The sinking of the U.S.S. Indianapolis is widely known as a shark story—but the truth is much more horrifying.

Long layover? Flight delay? These nine urban hiking trails—from a bamboo forest to a wildlife refuge—are all within 15 miles ...

In Kutaisi, Georgia, Imeretians still forage in nature for the ingredients that compose their colorful, vegetarian-friendly ...

The origins of this decadent dessert have sparked debate for decades, but whether it’s Australian or Kiwi, it’s seen many ...

Science tells us that a marathon runner’s peak performance years are between ages 25 and 35. But that doesn’t mean they’re ...

As it turns out, propelling one's body mass through water activates numerous systems throughout the body and makes the low-impact, high-results nature of the sport second to none. It also explains ...

From the Făgăraș Mountains of Romania to the teeming sea cliffs of St Kilda in Scotland, Europe is still home to staggering displays of summer wildlife. Whether you’re searching for sperm ...

The famed poet died in ‘delirium’, wearing someone else’s clothes. Over 170 years later, we’re still searching for answers. Poet and novelist Edgar Allan Poe died on October 7, 1849. The ...

For Jody MacDonald, finding stillness in the wild starts with getting off the grid. The Toyota 4Runner makes that possible—taking her to the quiet places that restore her.

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