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The idiosyncratic director behind films as diverse as ‘Aguirre, the Wrath of God’ and ‘Grizzly Man’ knows how to hypnotize chickens—and has no need for drugs.

The medieval masterpiece—embroidered on a 230-foot piece of linen—depicts bloody battles and a royal betrayal that changed the history of England.

From locally-sourced cuisine to “uneatable” slop, these campuses are notable for their menus.

When you stop to think about it, many of our autumnal traditions—like scooping out pumpkin guts, asking strangers for candy, and wandering aimlessly through cornfields—are pretty bizarre.

‘Venomous’ versus ‘poisonous.’ ‘Hominin’ versus ‘hominid.’ Scientific terms can be confusing to non-specialists—so here's how to use them correctly.

There’s something sublime about seeing the sun slip behind the horizon: The colors change, the temp cools, and the world seems to pause in a place of perfection. Here are 10 of the top trails for seeing the show.

If you need name inspiration for your own pup, take a cue from pet owners across the country.

Where does your state‘s air quality rank?

See if your favorite outdoor destination made the list.

Severe weather and postal service staffing shortages can result in late mail. Here’s how states across the U.S. fare when it comes to deliveries.

You’ll never look at these creatures the same way again.

Hiking is great for your health. Getting lost and thirsty is not. Here's how to avoid it.