A tourist falls 30 feet trying to get a close-up view of lava flow in Hawaii. With the rise of volcano tourism, we talk to ...

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Instead of cramming our bulky running shoes in our luggage, we wear them. We wear them on planes, trains, and car rides. We ...

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The entry period for the 2025 Defender Service Awards is now open, so if you work for a deserving nonprofit, know someone who does, or simply want to make sure your favorite charitable organization ...

Our articles editor receives regular story pitches for his father. This year he decided to pursue one—and it is about cave ...