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The idiosyncratic director behind films as diverse as ‘Aguirre, the Wrath of God’ and ‘Grizzly Man’ knows how to hypnotize chickens—and has no need for drugs.

Wondering when the autumn leaves will put on their yearly show? This interactive foliage map helps you follow peak colors from September through November.

From ‘A Goodbye to Weapons’ to ‘Blustery Elevations,’ these terms are technically synonyms of famous book titles. How many can you get right?

A new study explains why letting bison roam large areas can be a good thing for soil.

The bronze sculpture has lorded over Venice for centuries, but its origins have remained a mystery. Science may have finally figured it out.

Keeping track of what your kids are saying and meaning can be something of a parental nightmare. We’re here to help.

The sweet and savory pairing may seem controversial, but it’s a traditional way to enjoy apple pie in New England and the Midwest.

Don’t be surprised to see wild wallabies hopping around the UK.

These aquatic champions display incredible strength.

When you stop to think about it, many of our autumnal traditions—like scooping out pumpkin guts, asking strangers for candy, and wandering aimlessly through cornfields—are pretty bizarre.

‘Venomous’ versus ‘poisonous.’ ‘Hominin’ versus ‘hominid.’ Scientific terms can be confusing to non-specialists—so here's how to use them correctly.

Your nightmares just got a whole lot cuter.