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Is it really illegal to be overweight in Japan? Well, yes...and no. Since 2008, the country’s infamous Metabo Law has made waistlines a legal issue and a national obsession. Here’s the truth behind the belly-tape law that has everyone asking, and arguing about, what happens to overweight people in Japan.

Archaeologists in Bulgaria unearthed a significant historical treasure hidden in the sewer system below an ancient city—but its discovery is not what’s making history.

Vacations are precious—we only get so many days a year to escape the grind. So, when one partner wants a cruise and the other is dreaming of an all-inclusive resort, how do you choose?

Using data on average tipping percentages, coupon use, savings rates, and discretionary spending habits, we ranked all 50 U.S. states to uncover where the “cheapest people” live. So, let’s dive in.

When Canadians head south, they don’t just come for sunshine or shopping sprees—many put down roots, buy homes, and even build entire snowbird communities. But which U.S. states truly win Canadian hearts?

In the dusty plains of northern Kenya there sits a village unlike anything you’ve ever seen, or heard of. A village with one simple, yet unbreakable rule: no men allowed!

It's no secret that groceries have been skyrocketing lately, and some places make your cart feel like a luxury purchase. We ranked the top 25 countries with the most expensive groceries, and how they compare to the US.

Picture this: you’re buckled into a window seat when two larger passengers beside you ask to raise the armrest so they can spread into your space. You refuse—and the internet explodes.

A Caribbean getaway should mean sunshine, cocktails, and carefree days. But in 2013, one ship set sail from Texas and returned infamous. Passengers expected paradise—but what they got was sweltering heat, foul odors (and we mean really, really foul), and worldwide headlines.

From ancient temples to breathtaking landscapes, UNESCO World Heritage Sites are the gold standard of global significance.

Deep in Ethiopia’s Omo Valley, the Hamer tribe carries out one of the world’s most dramatic rites of passage: bull jumping. It’s not a tourist stunt—it’s a centuries-old ceremony that marks a boy’s transition into manhood.

Sure, every city has its charm—but not all are equally beloved by their residents. In fact, some U.S. cities consistently rank poorly when locals are asked about quality of life, safety, infrastructure, and overall satisfaction.