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Man having discussion with family before going on a trip.

I didn’t buy health insurance before my overseas trip, and my dad says it’s mandatory everywhere—but my sister says it’s not. Who’s right?

Is travel health insurance mandatory overseas? Learn which countries require it, when it’s optional, and why skipping coverage can be risky.
March 13, 2026 Allison Robertson
Two concerned women packing for a trip.

I did back-to-back trips to Europe, thinking the 90-day limit was per trip, but my mom says it’s a rolling calendar rule—am I in trouble?

Does the Schengen 90-day rule reset per trip? Learn how the rolling 180-day rule works and what happens if you overstay in Europe.
March 13, 2026 Allison Robertson
Fishing

The Best Fishing States in America Ranked for 2026—According to New Data

A new study ranks the best fishing states in America for 2026, revealing how affordability, coastal access, and infrastructure are reshaping where anglers find the best fishing opportunities nationwide.
March 13, 2026 Allison Robertson
Scientist observing the galaxy map

NASA Scientist Says “Radical Mundanity” Could Explain Why Aliens Haven’t Contacted Us Yet

For decades, many scientists assumed that if intelligent life existed elsewhere in the universe, we would have seen some sign of it by now. But one NASA astrophysicist believes he may know why it hasn't happened yet, and his so-called “radical mundanity” theory points to a possibility most people probably haven’t even considered.
March 12, 2026 Jesse Singer
Tourist shopping

I broke the $800 rule during my trip, and my mom says customs can seize everything—am I in trouble?

What happens if you exceed the $800 customs duty-free limit? Learn when U.S. Customs can seize goods and when you’ll simply owe duties.
March 13, 2026 Allison Robertson
Tourists

Europe Is Tightening Travel Rules—Here's What's Changing

Europe will introduce new travel rules in 2026, including the ETIAS travel authorization and digital border checks, meaning visitors from visa-free countries must complete a quick online approval before visiting.
March 12, 2026 Allison Robertson
Woman in Europe

I lived abroad for most of the year, and my dad just mentioned something about a 183-day tax rule—should I be worried?

What is the 183-day tax rule? Learn how living abroad can affect tax residency, dual taxation, and whether you triggered foreign tax obligations.
March 12, 2026 Allison Robertson
Archaeologist At Poompuhar

Near a quiet coastal village, archaeologists discovered the remains of a vibrant port city that was claimed by the sea.

Off India’s southeast coast, archaeologists have been mapping a submerged ancient port city near modern Poompuhar, a place long tied to Tamil legend and early seafaring. What they are finding on the seabed looks less like scattered ruins and more like the outline of a working harbor district. The deeper they scan, the more it hints at trade routes that once stitched India to faraway shores.
March 12, 2026 Penelope Singh
Couple faces UFOs over glowing map

Which States Would Survive An Alien Invasion (And Which Wouldn’t)—Ranked According To The Data

Some states have a rather clear advantage over others when it comes to making it through an invasion in one piece (or at least in fewer pieces, as the case may be).
March 11, 2026 Jesse Singer
Great Pyramid of Cholula, Tourists

The largest pyramid in the world isn’t in Egypt—it’s twice the size of Giza, and most people walk right past it.

For centuries, people have traveled across the world to see Egypt’s pyramids. They’re towering, unmistakable, and instantly recognizable. But did you know the largest pyramid on Earth isn’t actually in Egypt? Most people don’t. In fact, most people who’ve seen it have walked right past it without realizing what they just saw.
March 11, 2026 Jesse Singer
Individuals with 3D map of US

According To Americans, These Are The Best And Worst States In The Union—Where’s Your State On The List?

We all have opinions about which states are “the best.” So, for this ranking of the states, we went directly to the source of those opinions—Americans themselves. How do they actually feel about living where they live?
March 10, 2026 Jesse Singer

My Canadian girlfriend and I live in Alabama, but she wants to move back to Ontario. I've heard we're not well-liked up there. Is that true?

Thinking about moving to Ontario with your Canadian partner? Discover whether Americans are truly welcomed in Canada, what cultural differences to expect, and how someone from Alabama might adapt to life north of the border.
March 11, 2026 Jack Hawkins