Quinn Mercer articles

For the first time, researchers have carried out a genome-wide analysis of the DNA of those who lived, worked, and died at the incredible Inca mountaintop site of Machu Picchu.

There’s nothing like the energy of live music, standing in a packed crowd, hearing your favorite song played right in front of you, and feeling the bass in your chest. But not all cities are created equal when it comes to live shows. Using data on the number of live music venues and the volume of concerts hosted each year, we’ve ranked the top 25 cities in the world for live music.

Coffee isn’t just a morning ritual—it’s a culture, a community, and in some cities, an art form. Across the US, entire neighborhoods revolve around quirky cafés, world-class roasters, and experimental brews that push the boundaries of what coffee can be. Here are the 20 cities with the best coffee scenes, according to locals.