The Finnish city’s main draw is unquestionably its credentials as the official home of Santa Claus, but look beyond the ...

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The role for which a dog was bred—say retrieving birds—is reflected in their brain structure, according to a study of 33 breeds.

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The world-famous parks and reserves of Kenya and Tanzania offer some of the planet’s most awe-inspiring wildlife encounters.

This once niche astrological practice has entered the mainstream as travelers seek more intentional connections to the places they visit and live.

The “Roof of Africa” is the continent’s most climbed peak—which often means trekking in the company of crowds. These five climbs offer under-the-radar alternatives with challenging trails and wild ...

Scientists are still untangling why the nutrient gap persists—and what it reveals about how women’s health is studied and treated.