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Kilian Jornet Is Taking On His Biggest Challenge Yet: Getting Americans to Care About Public Lands — The Catalan ultrarunner is dedicating his 2026 racing campaign to calling attention to the attacks on public lands protections across the U.S.
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If You Want Great Outdoor Photos, Get a Great Outdoor Camera — With its unparalleled images, user-friendly features, and bombproof construction, OM SYSTEM’s new OM-5 Mark II camera will keep your smartphone in your pocket where it belongs
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Burpee Covered Bridge in Gaspereau Forks, New Brunswick — <p><img alt="" data-width="5712" data-height="4284" width="300" height="200" src="https://img.atlasobscura.com/d_ycancp2RUN7V-WbMW-yMcIUrtCZNzxxUjHD8tANb4/rs:fill:300:200:1/g:ce/q:81/sm:1/scp:1/ar:1/aHR0cHM6Ly9hdGxh/cy1kZ…
I’ve Forecast Extreme Weather for 30 Years. These Are My Top Adventure Towns for Escaping the Heat. — A veteran television meteorologist shares her favorite under-the-radar U.S. towns where summer temperatures stay comfortably under 80 degrees—and are full of outdoor adventure.
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How to Eat Your Way Around the Italian Island of Ischia — From Neapolitan classics to ancient traditions, there's much to taste and try.
The Best New York City Theater Shows to See Right Now—On and Off Broadway — Summer in the city is a great time to take in some culture.
The Grave of Dušan Vasiljev in Kikinda, Serbia — <p><img alt="" data-width="3000" data-height="4000" width="300" height="200" src="https://img.atlasobscura.com/0Ca6KiaJJCd8p-msL5Xi5At2F6DQ1-3tv2nyMDCb4D4/rs:fill:300:200:1/g:ce/q:81/sm:1/scp:1/ar:1/aHR0cHM6Ly9hdGxh/cy1kZXYuczMuYW…
Brandberg White Lady in Arixa Ams — An ancient Namibian rock pictograph of a white lady is actually a man.
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My 1992 view of the problems of computer programming in 1992 — From the highly eclectic blog of Mark Dominus
Praia de Santa Monica in Pavoacao Velha, Cabo Verde — <p><img alt="" data-width="3024" data-height="4032" width="300" height="200" src="https://img.atlasobscura.com/kVJf_T-uexs1GDQdsMZv4_zy5T8hG5piHbUEBWtJd64/rs:fill:300:200:1/g:ce/q:81/sm:1/scp:1/ar:1/aHR0cHM6Ly9hdGxh/cy1kZXYuc…
The Dog Line in Eaglehawk Neck, Australia — <p><img alt="The dog line information sign" data-width="4031" data-height="3023" width="300" height="200" src="https://img.atlasobscura.com/LUpLj1evMeyr1DPtqHqLZlvysWN4p5shwB52rCurSZ4/rs:fill:300:200:1/g:ce/q:81/sm:1/scp:1/ar:1/aHR0cHM…
Australian Pinball Museum in Nhill — This rural Australian museum is dedicated to all things pinball.
Riding the D in Los Angeles: city famous for traffic hopes new subway stations will be a ‘game changer’ — Transit advocates laud first stations to open in city in more than 25 years, with World Cup and Olympics coming to town
Why Cognition bought Poke: AI personality is becoming a competitive advantage | TechCrunch — AI coding startup Cognition has acquired Poke, the AI assistant you text like a friend, in a deal valuing the startup in the low nine figures. The acquisition brings Poke’s…
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The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine — In-depth analysis and commentary on events across the Asia-Pacific region, with a focus on geopolitics, defense, economics, social, and environmental issues.
Kyrka Gumlösa in Vinslöv — An interesting tombstone is set into the side of the oldest brick structure in Northern Europe.
10 Pieces of Luxury Luggage Actually Worth the Splurge, According to Our Editors — These premium pieces of luggage don’t just look good in the airport lounge—they’re built to withstand years of travel.
Ultimate Mountain Athlete: Episode 3 — The theme is speed: first skiing uphill in a test of endurance, then pointing ‘em down to see who will have the grit to go all-gas, no brakes
Bandai Co. Head Office in Taito City, Japan — <p><img alt="" data-width="1600" data-height="1200" width="300" height="200" src="https://img.atlasobscura.com/dt-RYUbkmL72fIFuUJMA-tKiT_8pfs-DaS-DgKSwwYw/rs:fill:300:200:1/g:ce/q:81/sm:1/scp:1/ar:1/aHR0cHM6Ly9hdGxh/cy1kZXYuczMuYW1h/…
The High-Stakes Plan That Could Reshape California—and the Country — The state is racing to protect more land, expand clean energy, and prove economic growth and conservation can coexist. The outcome could shape climate policy far beyond California.
Camp X Memorial in Whitby, Ontario — <p><img alt="Camp X Memorial" data-width="4592" data-height="3448" width="300" height="200" src="https://img.atlasobscura.com/TBEmAqJn8Wd3PavM20AaqYgl5kzg1SvorFQs7jPqoy0/rs:fill:300:200:1/g:ce/q:81/sm:1/scp:1/ar:1/aHR0cHM6Ly9hdGxh/cy1kZXYuczM…
This Dutch Painting Showed a 17th-Century Drinking Game Until Someone Smudged Out a Player, Spoiling the Fun. A Museum Just Restored the Imbibing Soldier — Pieter de Hooch was known for his 17th-century portrayals of domestic life. Some scenes suggested scandal or taught a moral
Inside This Fort Worth Institution, American Hatmaking is a Labor of Love — Just outside the Fort Worth Stockyards, generations of craftsmanship define The Best Hat Store—keeping the cowboy tradition alive.
Portugal.com - #1 Guide to Portugal — Portugal.com brings you to Portugal. Read our city guides, food & drink recommendations, learn about Portuguese history and more.
Do You Need a New Passport After Major Weight Loss? — As more travelers experience dramatic weight loss, a question is surfacing at airports: When does a still-valid passport photo become too outdated to use?
India Retail Investors Cash Out as Foreign Buying of Stocks Resumes — Selling by retail investors could limit potential upside in the Nifty benchmark.
Capital One Venture Business Card Review — A review of the new Capital One Venture Business card and why I like it and who I think it is for.
My Favorite Airbnb: A Design-Lover’s Escape Along Australia’s Wild Great Ocean Road — I stumbled across this beautiful cabin in the town of Johanna, about halfway between Apollo Bay and 12 Apostles.
On Chile's Southern Highway, the Views—and History—Are Cinematic — Fifty years since Chile's Carretera Austral connected remote mountain communities in scenic Patagonia, the region remains a wonder to any traveler who passes through. Writer Mark Johanson takes a drive.
Argentina vs. Switzerland 2026 livestream: How to watch World Cup for free — Live stream all the action from the 2026 FIFA World Cup without spending anything.
How Are You Measuring Your Drive? | James Tao | TEDxBBN Youth — James Tao is a freshman at BB&N and Co-President of the Golf For Care Club, which runs golf clinics for players with disabilities. He has played on the Varsity Golf team since eighth grade and is also part of…
The Best Airbnbs in Los Angeles for Beach Days, Star Spotting, and Plenty of Sunshine — Here's where to rest your head in the City of Angels.
watched a breakdown of why baseball fields aren't actually level, turns out the slope matters for drainage and it's been this way for a century
Is This Ancient Indigenous City America's Next National Park? — With more than 12,000 years of Indigenous history, this is the frontrunner to become America’s 64th National Park, marking a historic shift in how the U.S. protects Native land.
Travel restrictions – from Israel and Europe – trap students in Gaza — Blockades and bureaucracy turn education into an uphill journey for talented Gaza students seeking a brighter future.
Insole Court in Cardiff, Wales — <p><img alt="Front facade" data-width="1280" data-height="851" width="300" height="200" src="https://img.atlasobscura.com/K4UQU953s3SFNWGlycoai3bM72jugn88O84AiePgQtE/rs:fill:300:200:1/g:ce/c:1152:768:nowe:44:37/q:81/sm:1/scp:1/ar:1/aHR0cHM6Ly9hdG…
US hits Iran for eighth consecutive night, Iran returns fire on Gulf bases — Sirik and Hajiabad areas in Iran's Hormozgan province targeted as US says revenge for killing of two soldiers.
Emirates Launches World's First Insurance Package for Travelers to Dubai — The first of its kind, the policy will provide greater peace of mind for those visiting or passing through the UAE.
Kleinkastell Holzheimer Unterwald in Pohlheim, Germany — <p><img alt="Map showing the location of the Rhaetian and Upper Germanic Limes" data-width="800" data-height="536" width="300" height="200"…
20 Best Bars in Portland, Maine, for Hole-in-the-Wall Dives, Sceney Cocktail Lounges, and Waterfront Wine Bars — Beer put it on the map, now there's lots keeping it there.
I Quit Climbing to Have Kids. This Gear Helped Me Get Back on the Wall. — Whether you're returning to the sport after a long break or a veteran looking to retire ancient gear, this field-tested equipment will elevate your gym and crag setup.
The Best Places to Visit in October to Extend Your Summer or Lean Into Fall — From Indianapolis to Australia, here’s where to go in October.
Simulating the season using EA Sports College Football 27 — After 26 simulations, we tallied the national titles, Heisman winners, coaching changes, transfers and more.
The Andrée Monument in Solna — A granite memorial to three men swallowed by the Arctic—Andrée, Strindberg and Fraenkel—explorers that attempted one of the most ambitious (and disastrous) North Pole expeditions in history.
15 Outdoor Art Shows to See in NYC This Summer — Slide through a teddy bear, get weird with a neural network’s hallucinations, play ping-pong on an artist-made table, and so much more.
World Cup 2030 way-too-early Power Rankings: Who is No. 1? — The 2026 World Cup is over, and we're already itching to look ahead to 2030. So, we asked our reporters to vote for the top teams they expect to contend in four years' time. Who made the cut?
Tory’s Den Cave in Walnut Cove, North Carolina — <p><img alt="" data-width="3024" data-height="4032" width="300" height="200" src="https://img.atlasobscura.com/Kp9fH4ewnyKOmzjbgWqspU0gZ5EGMPsVfvEWcA7MaFM/rs:fill:300:200:1/g:ce/q:81/sm:1/scp:1/ar:1/aHR0cHM6Ly9hdGxh/cy1kZXYuczMuYW…
Introducing Ghost Cut - or why Cut & Paste is broken everywhere — Ishmael — Is it Cut 'n' Paste, like Fish 'n' Chips?
The Best Hotels in Los Angeles Are Straight Out of Your Favorite Movies — Feel like a celebrity—or maybe stay in a room next to one.