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

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

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Decades ago, doctors created a test to determine which breast cancer patients should receive hormone therapy. Now, ...

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Switzerland’s sporty mountain resorts have traditionally offered far more than just downhill skiing, from winter walking and skijöring to ice skating and more.

The 67,800-year-old hand stencil looks like a claw—and provides new clues about early human cognition and the migration to ...

The Sunshine State’s rising culinary star has everything from fresh seafood and Michelin-starred dining to legendary ...

From soaring volcanoes and starry skies to sandy beaches and traditional dining, the Canary Islands are perfect for an island ...

A conveyor belt of ocean water that loops the planet and regulates global temperatures could be heading for a tipping point.

Winter needn’t be your off-season. There are magnificent hikes to be enjoyed on many of the continent’s coastlines and ...