For centuries, Simushir Island didn't attract much attention, but today, we know it's the location of a massive volcanic eruption with unparalleled aftermath. How did this one incident wreak havoc on 19th-century societies?
Seasoned cruisers are tired of first-timers not knowing some basic cruise etiquette. And they're not shy about talking about it online. So, if you're planning to hop on one, keep reading to know how to be a considerate passenger.
Across the Ethiopian desert, a massive crack in the Earth’s crust hints at a breathtaking transformation underway. Scientists have discovered that the African continent is splitting faster than ever imagined.
Famed naturalist John Muir once said, “When I first caught sight of Mount Shasta, my blood turned to wine”. This is about California’s famous mountain that grew stories just as naturally as it grew ice.
Ladies and gentlemen, let’s peek behind the curtain of the unique Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus. It has boggled audiences with death-defying stunts and mesmerizing performances, but some secrets are yet to be discovered.
What if one of nature's most ancient traps could help us safeguard the future of endangered species? In a twist of scientific ingenuity, researchers have indeed turned to the humble spiderweb to become nature's surveillance system.
If you went down a Romanov Dynasty rabbit hole after watching Anastasia, you're not alone. Everyone knows a lot about Nicholas II and the fall of the dynasty, but let's find out what came before it—better yet, how it all began.
As you hike through the dense forests of the Pacific Northwest, you catch the gleam of amber eyes staring at you—a wolf. What do you do? Wolves are elusive, but encounters happen, especially in the remote wilderness areas of Wyoming and Alaska. These essential tips can make or break this meeting.
By the end of the 19th century, everyone was looking for gold, silver, and copper. With these booming industries, many towns were built, but they are left today to tell the story of people who had so much hope and too many dreams.
