A visit to the Louvre can be a gastronomic adventure—if you know where to look
The famous Parisian museum announced the Mona Lisa is moving into her own gallery. The change will actually help visitors ...
Our ancestors walked these trails hundreds of years ago. Now you can too.
From prehistoric paths dating back to the Neolithic period to walking routes used by Buddhist monks and tea merchants, these ...
Why you should visit Mississauga—Canada's lakeside city near Niagara Falls
The multicultural city of Mississauga weaves green landscapes and farmers’ markets with eclectic dining and a festival-packed ...
Astronomers just found a new treasure trove of galaxies. They could help answer our biggest questions.
Euclid, a European space telescope, just captured 26 million galaxies to reveal the secrets of the dark universe.
Want to find an alternative side to Ibiza? Try staying in its historic island capital
See another side of the Balearic Islands with a trip to Ibiza’s whitewashed capital, where winding streets lead to remnants ...
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Debunking the myths behind Harry Houdini's life—and death
The famed escapologist had a reputation for death-defying stunts. But his rise to fame and sudden death both came with some unexpected twists. A daring escapeBound in chains, Houdini is ...
How do you save a language from extinction? With creative thinking—and some help from Wikipedia
In the 1990s, fewer than 350 people spoke Inari Sámi. Today, experts say about 500 people speak the near-extinct language, ...
Why this Greek island is perfect for families
Discover the dramatic caves, storied monasteries and hands-on activities that make the south of Zakynthos such a ...
To fight malaria, scientists want to poison mosquitoes—with human blood
Low doses of a drug already approved for treating rare genetic conditions in humans kills mosquitoes dead. Scientists say it ...
How much salt is too much? The answer isn't as clear as you may think
While most experts recommend cutting down on salt, some detractors question whether most people really need to be making ...
How do seals know how long to hold their breath?
The sea mammals may actually be able to sense the amount of oxygen in their blood—something we humans can't do.