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50 States, 50 People — Meet the people behind iconic travel experiences in every single US state.
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Possible signs of ancient life on Mars are rich in complex carbon — An instrument on the Perseverance rover has identified large, complex carbon compounds alongside unusual patterns on the surface of rocks that resemble traces of microbial activity
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New York Knicks produce 18-point surge in win over Cleveland Cavaliers — The New York Knicks score 18 unanswered points on the way to a 109-93 win against the Cleveland Cavaliers as they take a 2-0 lead in their best-of-seven Eastern Conference final.
Our Editors Are Going to Megève, Ibiza, and Copenhagen in June—Here's What We're Taking With Us — Euro summer and the World Cup games are in full swing.
5 Exercises to Save Your Hips from Hiking Pain — Going for a long trek can wreak havoc on your hips and make them feel tight. A physical therapist shares the best stretches to relieve hip pain after a hike.
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…
The Alaska Long Trail Was Just a Draft on a Map. Then Bradford Bartels Hiked It. — Bradford "Rafiki" Bartels proved the proposed 500-mile route from Seward to Fairbanks can actually be done—unmapped gaps, unceremonious finishes, and all.
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Teaching Automatic1111 to Speak Metal on an M1 — I use Draw Things a lot on Apple hardware, and one thing has always bothered me about Automatic1111: it feels slower than it should. Not unusably slow. Just slow enough that you notice it. We've got proof! Why not just change…
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Yes, You Should Put Bug Spray on Your Dog—But the Wrong Kind Can Be Deadly — Mosquitoes, ticks, and fleas can ruin a good trail day, but reaching for your own bug spray could land your dog in the ER. Here’s how to safely shield your four-legged hiking buddy.
Today's Hurdle hints and answers for August 27, 2026 — Everything you need to win.
Falling Back in Love With Chicago, After Years Living in New York — A native Chicagoan returns to realize that the city's food, culture, and good nature may just make the Midwestern powerhouse the most likable city in America.
The 21 Best Rooftop Bars in Chicago for Views of Lake Michigan and Wrigley Field — These cocktail spots will make you forget all about Willis Tower.
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…
Palestinian club football to restart in September after Gaza war suspension — Palestinian sports leagues, including professional football, were halted due to Israel's genocidal war on Palestinians.
A Hiker Just Found the Remains of Missing LANL Worker Melissa Casias. We Spoke with the SAR Team Who Looked for Her. — A year after Melissa Casias vanished, a hiker found her remains in New Mexico’s remote Carson National Forest near where search-and-rescue teams previously scour
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I Live in a Crowded Mountain Town and I Still Refuse to Gatekeep It — Our columnist gets hate mail for sharing affordable mountain towns. Rising housing costs and crowded trails are real challenges, but trying to keep beautiful places a secret is not the solution he argues.
What ‘Yesteryear’ Gets Right (and Wrong) About Homesteading and Outdoorsy Influencers, According to Influencers — Caro Claire Burke’s hit novel sends a tradwife influencer back to 1855. Real homesteading and outdoors-focused digital creators explain what the book gets right…
Cardinals vs. Raiders (Aug 13, 2026) Live Score - ESPN — Live coverage of the Arizona Cardinals vs. Las Vegas Raiders NFL game on ESPN, including live score, highlights and updated stats.
I'm No Good at Spearing Lionfish, But I Sure Can Eat Them — On Florida's Emerald Coast, an annual spearfishing tournament is a surprising environmental win—and a culinary delight.
Partners Group Is Facing a €6 Billion Wall of Debt Refinancing — Partners Group Holding AG is running short of time to refinance around €6 billion ($7 billion) in debt at three of its portfolio companies, adding to investor scrutiny on one of Europe’s largest private markets…
The Barichara Paper Workshop in Barichara — A local workshop makes Japanese-style paper out of everything from papyrus to pineapple leaves.
Ruf debuts new flat-eight engine at Goodwood — The 4.8 L eight-cylinder generates more than 1,000 hp and 1,000 Nm, Ruf says.
Rescuers search for survivors of powerful Indonesia earthquake — Officials say a rapid assessment into the impact of the earthquake that destroyed hundreds of buildings and killed 47 is under way.
Can You Bring Food on a Plane? The Surprising Dos and Don'ts — Whether it's foodie souvenirs or essential dietary requirements, here's everything you need to know
Ultrarunner Scott Jurek’s Best Advice for Anyone Curious About Plant-Based Eating — Jurek, who broke the FKT record on the Appalachian Trail in 2015, fuels with legumes, whole grains—and vegan ice cream.
How Did a Guide Disappear on Mount Everest? A Survivor Takes Us Inside the Latest Climbing Tragedy. — A veteran Sherpa guide has disappeared on the world’s highest peak amid the rush to beat the season’s official deadline.
Simpson Spring in Easton, Massachusetts — <p><img alt="" data-width="1689" data-height="1186" width="300" height="200" src="https://img.atlasobscura.com/3NJNcqIJ5troXE3O8oeY-WV3EZoYb2JlwPf--tWPXQE/rs:fill:300:200:1/g:ce/c:1259:839:nowe:289:174/q:81/sm:1/scp:1/ar:1/aHR0cHM6Ly9hdG…
This Fall, Leaf Peep from a Gondola, Helicopter, or Treehouse — Go beyond the hike and try something a little different this year.
NPR spent 2 years tracking deaths from heat. We found a staggering hidden toll — An NPR investigation found that people in the U.S. are dying from heat much more often than official counts show. We explore the reasons why — and how lives can be saved.
2027 college football recruiting class rankings: Top 25 schools — All the five-stars have announced their commitments. Here's how the top classes are shaping up.
The Tree and the River: A Wordless Love Letter to How Nature Always Wins — Nested between two giant cedars in the remote old-growth forest where I live much of the year are the rusted remains of boxy car. A tree root has seized one of the rear wheels. A sapling has growth…
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Arizona's taps won't run dry, but water bills will go up under federal plan for Colorado River — New federal rules mean Arizona will be getting a lot less water from the Colorado river. City leaders say they've been planning for years and no one will run out, but keeping taps…
The Hidden Rule | Angela Wang | TEDxCISB Youth — How are our phones affecting not only our thinking but also our behavior? This talk details the hidden element we all should know about the algorithms driving our social media feeds. Angela Wang is Grade 9 student at CISB who…
India Urea Offers Decline 12% as War Supply Squeeze Eases — India, one of the world’s biggest urea importers, received offers for the soil nutrient that were 12% below the June purchase price, signaling that the war-driven tightness in the global fertilizer market is easing.
7 Leakproof Travel Mugs Our Editors Bring Everywhere — Our favorite insulated mugs for commutes, camping, and car rides.
Birkenstock Rallies on Forecast; StubHub Falls on Earnings | Stock Movers — On this episode of Stock Movers: - StubHub (STUB) shares are dropping after the company reported earnings per share for the second quarter that missed the average analyst estimate. - Birkenstock…
China Revises Timing of July Economic Data Release, Briefing — China revised the release time for its July economic data to 3 p.m. Monday, breaking with recent practice.
NYC AI ban isn't enough to protect students, advocates warn — Coalitions backing AI moratoriums remain skeptical of New York City's new AI school policies.
Five injured, one critically, in shooting at Virginia State University — Multiple suspects were involved in the incident in the early hours of Saturday, the university said.
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Lit Hub Daily: July 9, 2026 — Why do we love it when a new bombshell enters the villa? Anna Peele explores the eternal pantomime of Love Island. | Lit Hub TV William Makepeace Thackeray’s Vanity Fair, “A Novel Without a Hero,” …
Chef José Andrés on the Most Important Ingredient for a Meaningful Life — Celebrated chef and humanitarian José Andrés shared key life lessons at Outside Days on teamwork, survival, and why he thinks people who love the outdoors represent the best of humanity.
How 'Book Queen' Dolly Parton inspired millions of children with gift of reading — Families across the globe share how free books from Parton's Imagination Library helped their children.