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It’s a situation far too many passengers recognize: a bag that fits the official sizer at check-in somehow becomes “too big” at the gate. And when that happens, it seems like there’s really very little to do but hand over a credit card and a sigh. But is that the case? Why is this happening—and what are travelers’ options?

It finally happened. One airline has quietly introduced a fee for something as basic as reclining your seat—and travelers are furious. But that might just be the beginning. Industry insiders warn the next wave of “comfort fees” could actually see parents having to pay extra just to sit beside their own kids.

America was built around cars—interstates, speed limits, and streets that treat bikes like afterthoughts. And yet, a handful of communities have flipped the script, pouring energy into protected lanes, shared-use paths, lower speed limits, and trail systems that make riding feel natural. Using recent rankings and quality-of-ride indicators like connectivity, safety, and trail access, here are ten small cities that prove two wheels can run a town.

In the ancient Macedonian city of Aegae, workers hit the façade of a sealed chamber tomb that turned out to be about 2,300 years old. Archaeologists were called in and carefully opened a doorway that had been deliberately blocked with stones. Inside was a compact, lavishly painted room—and a story about Hellenistic high society waiting to be told.

Between insurance coverage, hospital quality, access to specialists, and preventive care, some states are doing healthcare better than others. Using data from US News & World Report, Forbes Advisor, and Kaiser Family Foundation, we ranked 20 US states with the best healthcare systems.

From sky-high rent to grocery bills that hit the wallet hard, these are the places where your paycheck stretches the least. Using fresh 2025 data we've gone ahead and ranked the 25 most expensive countries to live in, each with key cost-of-living indicators.

The Zenú people built a flourishing civilization out of wild flood‑plain rivers and marshes in the remote regions of northern Colombia.

Did you hit an intersection recently and think your navigation lost its mind? Turns out it's just the newest layout popping up across the country.

In recent years, millions of Americans have traded skyscrapers for open skies. Census data shows a noticeable migration from large urban centers to smaller towns offering space, affordability, and community.

The Pataxó people are one of Brazil’s oldest Indigenous tribes—fierce, proud, and deeply connected to the land and sea.

The age of remote work has done more than cancel morning commutes—it’s completely reshaped where Americans want to live. From cozy Southern cities with sunshine to bustling tech hubs with Wi-Fi on every corner, some destinations are proving they have all the right ingredients for a productive, affordable, and balanced remote life.

Meet the Uru people of Bolivia and Peru, an Indigenous group that’s been living on water for centuries. From their unique culture to their impeccable survival skills, the Uru live a life unlike anyone else on Earth.