The enigmatic, extremely well-preserved mummies still defy explanation—and draw controversy.

For conservationist and angler Jr Rodriguez to become “like the pictures he saw in magazines,” he had to leave behind what he loved most. By juxtaposing Jr’s origins in Houston, Texas, and his home in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, we share his journey of learning…

Psychedelic drugs such as DMT and Ecstasy may offer a unique treatment pathway for various brain injuries and diseases because of their potency, helping patients learn lost and new skills.

A trail weaving through a wild coastal stretch of the South Island is set to join New Zealand’s list of great hiking routes.

As the gender gap in drinking narrows, alcohol-related complications in women are rising. From immune system disorders to breast cancer, here’s how alcohol harms the female body.

Can you use an expired test? How long do you need to isolate? With more infectious variants, here’s a reminder on how to protect yourself—and what to do if you get sick.

Celebrated with trumpet blasts, prayers, and symbolic foods, this holiday marks the start of the Jewish high holy days.

After receiving a blood transfusion 3,000 feet below ground, ailing American caver Mark Dickey was stable. Saving his life would require an arduous ascent.

From Augusta’s historic neighborhoods to trout fishing in the Blue Ridge, here’s what the Peach State has to offer beyond its famous capital city.

By studying the shells of washed up barnacles, scientists have developed new methods for reconstructing the drift of ocean debris that may help narrow the search.

With the Prospect New Orleans triennial returning in 2024 for its sixth edition, get ready to explore the city’s art offerings.

The discovery of the Dead Sea Scrolls gave us a glimpse into Jewish life at the time of Jesus. What insights do they provide on how his teachings took shape?

Travelers to Chilean Patagonia’s vast ice fields find that the majestic silence here is increasingly shattered by the sound of cracking ice.

A new study predicts a bleak future for these iconic birds, which experienced an unprecedented breeding failure last year due to record-low sea ice levels.

We’re getting better at predicting these monster storms—but they're still hard to early enough to prepare for destruction.