Italy wants to help you discover your roots—and meet distant relatives
This writer traced her roots back to a small Calabrian village and found 100 living relatives. A new Italian initiative makes ...
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Infrared heat is all the rage—and it may really come with health benefits
Infrared light therapy is more than just a trend: It’s showing potential in easing chronic pain, improving mobility, and ...
How much do you know about the Roman Empire?
From emperors and conspiracies to gladiatorial games and daily life—see how well you know the empire that shaped the ancient ...
A culinary tour of Kansas City, the Midwestern city where food is ruled by flame
Brisket, burnt ends and an anything-goes spirit define barbecue culture in KC, a Midwestern US city with a voracious appetite ...
This strange syndrome is linked to regular cannabis use—and cases have doubled
Nausea. Severe abdominal pain. Compulsive bathing. These are some of the hallmarks of cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome, a ...
These electric bikes make cycling adventures a breeze
An electric bike is a bicycle with an electric motor that allows riders to ride faster, farther, or more easily, based on the ...
St. Peter's Basilica contains his tomb... right? Why there's still some doubt
Some believe the basilica on Vatican Hill was built over the martyred bones of the apostle Peter—but is that true? After excavations and DNA tests, the Vatican says they reached a conclusion, but some ...
This classic Nepalese trek is a photographer's dream
The Annapurna region in north-central Nepal is home to towering Himalayan peaks, sweeping valleys, ancient villages and some of the country’s best multi-day hiking trails.
This epic road trip offers the ultimate opportunity to discover Catalan cuisine
Explore Catalonia’s vastly varied gastronomy on the Grand Tour, a scenic five-stage road trip that takes in fine-dining ...
Everybody is tempted to pop zits—but is there a safe way?
Can popping zits in this area cause infection and even death? Dermatologists weigh in on the viral claims, and how to take ...
This worm-like parasite is killing off Florida’s native snakes
Snake lungworm disease, which infects at least 19 snake species, is poised to spread throughout the southeastern U.S.
How silence became the newest luxury lifestyle
From silent walking to noise-mitigating architecture, here’s how individuals and cities are pushing back against the roar of modern life—one decibel at a time.