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The Giant’s Causeway in County Antrim, Northern Ireland.

8 Facts About The Giant’s Causeway

In Northern Ireland, thousands of hexagonal stone columns of various heights rise out of the North Atlantic Ocean and climb up to the foot of a cliff, as if they had been placed by a massive mythical creature.

These Are the Questions Americans Are Asking About Other Countries

To see which questions Americans are asking about the rest of the world, check out this map.

Malyi Semyachik volcano and crater lake on Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula

15 Less-Explored Corners of the Earth

Some corners of the Earth remain essentially uncharted by Westerners. Here are a few of the most intriguing.

25 Fascinating Facts About Daylight Saving Time

Love it or hate it, daylight saving time means you have to reset your clocks twice a year and either gain or lose an hour of sleep.

An illustration by William L. Sheppard of John White and company discussing the ‘CROATOAN’ clue.

13 Tantalizing Facts About the Lost Colony of Roanoke

What happened to the Lost Colony of Roanoke? Corporate greed, dreadful diplomacy, and the wrath of Mother Nature. Also, we don’t know.

25 Things You Should Know About Columbus, Ohio

The capital of the Buckeye State blends its quirky personality with an impressive political pedigree.

The 15 Best States to Raise a Family in 2023

If you want to relocate your family, consider moving to one of these states.

The U.S. isn’t too generous with mandatory time off.

The Countries With the Most (and Least) Paid Vacation Time, Mapped

When it comes to paid time off, the United States ranks toward the bottom.

Koalas might be cute, but they're definitely not bears.

34 Misleading Misnomers Explained

From Chinese checkers and Panama hats to koala bears and king crabs, and beyond, these names aren't quite what they seem.

America’s 25 Best Cities and Towns for Families

The so-called “sandwich generation” has a lot to consider when it comes to settling down. ‘Fortune’ did the data analytics for them.

A Reviled Native American Slur Has Been Removed From More Than 600 Federal Sites

The casual use of “squaw“ has long concerned Native Americans, who have often fought to have it recognized as a slur.

Head to Mississippi if you're searching for the most affordable state in the nation.

4 of the Cheapest States To Live In Right Now

Mississippi is the cheapest state to live in right now, but here are a few more you might not have known about.

A happy baby enjoying a beach day in Hawaii.

These Are America’s 20 Happiest States in 2022

Well-being, work life, and community are just a few of the factors that contribute to the happiness of a state’s residents.

Cynthia Addai-Robinson (Queen Regent Míriel) and Morfydd Clark (Galadriel) in 'The Rings of Power.'

This Interactive Map of Middle-earth Helps Bridge the Gap Between ‘The Lord of the Rings’ and ‘The Rings of Power’

A map of Middle-earth is featured in ‘The Rings of Power,’ but it’s tough to get the full picture from a few myopic shots.

An industrial plant in Louisiana's "Cancer Alley" region.

The 20 Most Polluted States in America

Unfortunately, Louisiana doesn’t have a region called “Cancer Alley” for nothing.

Ho Chi Minh City, formerly known as Saigon.

8 Cities That Have Changed Names

Some of the most well-known cities in the world have gone through at least one name change.

Scenic Oregon is saddled with an unfortunate mountain name.

Swastika Mountain in Oregon Is (Finally) Getting a New Name

An obscure mountain in Umpqua National Forest has been saddled with a horrifying label for over a century.

Vienna, Austria, is the best place to live.

The World's Top 10 Places to Live

This year’s most liveable cities can be found in Europe and Canada, as well as one in Australia and one in Japan.

Two hikers descending Ben Nevis, Scotland's tallest mountain.

10 Facts About Munros, Scotland’s Tallest Mountains

Scotland is known for the rugged beauty of its mountainous landscape.

10 Towns That Seem Straight Out of a Storybook

While the world's biggest cities have spent centuries competing over the tallest towers and grandest innovations, these lovely towns have held on to their quaint houses and curious designs.

There's a good chance that kid's grandparents don't live more than 100 miles away.

Most American Millennials Live Within 100 Miles of Their Hometown

The stereotype of Millennials fleeing their hometown at the earliest opportunity isn't accurate.

You might be mispronouncing half of these, but don't worry. We can fix that.

10 of the World's Most Frequently Mispronounced Countries

If you're planning a trip to Pakistan, you might want to brush up on how to say it.

The Grand Canyon is one of Arizona's most recognizable features, but there's a lot more that you should know about the state.

25 Grand Facts About Arizona

There’s a lot more to Arizona than just cacti, arid climes, and the Grand Canyon.

The Most Mispronounced Cities in the World

From Rio De Janeiro to Chicago, foreigners struggle with these hard-to-pronounce city names.

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