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Gender-Neutral U.S. Passports Are Coming Soon

The gender rules for U.S. passports got loosened last year. Soon, they’ll be more inclusive than ever.

The 10 Most Family-Friendly National Parks in the U.S.

From the Grand Canyon to Yellowstone, these are the best national parks for families traveling with kids.

6 Perfectly Nice Places with Terrifying Names

When you live in a place called Hell, you have to have a sense of humor.

Truckers like to use headlights to 'talk' to other drivers.

Why Do Truck Drivers Flash Their Lights at Oncoming Traffic?

If you notice a truck driver flashing their lights, they're likely trying to communicate some important information about the road ahead.

These Are the 25 Happiest Countries, According to the 2022 World Happiness Report

What’s the happiest country in the world? For the fifth consecutive year, it's Finland—and its Nordic neighbors are doing well, too.

You Can Buy One Square Inch of Hell—a Tiny Town in Michigan

For $9.99, you can buy 1 square inch of Hell, Michigan (pop. 72).

Can You Spot All 10 Landmarks in This London-Themed Brain Teaser?

See if you can find the Tower of London, Big Ben, and more famous London landmarks hiding in this puzzle.

A shadowy serpent appears at Chichen Itza on the equinox.

10 Enchanting Places That Align with the Spring Equinox

From massive shadow serpents to spectacular sunrises, here are some mesmerizing sites that align with the vernal equinox and herald the first day of spring.

23 Sweet Facts About Alabama

They put us on the moon, gave us Mardi Gras, and collect all our unclaimed luggage. Thanks, Alabama!

Explorer Ferdinand Magellan didn't quite get all the way around the globe.

11 of History’s Most Famous Sea Voyages

Throughout history, sea travel has provided a watery road to modern globalism. Here are 11 incredible sea voyages that advanced our understanding of the world.

Sean’s Bar, Ireland’s Oldest Pub, Might Also Be the World's Oldest Pub

Sean's Bar's 1100-year-old structure makes it the oldest pub in Ireland—and possibly the world.

The World's Tallest Outdoor Elevator Takes Riders Through the Mountains That Inspired 'Avatar'

The world's tallest outdoor elevator takes riders through China's Zhangjiajie National Forest, which inspired the floating mountains in 'Avatar.'

Welcome to Ponyhenge—a Massive, Mysterious, and Ever-Growing Graveyard for Rocking Horses in Massachusetts

Like Stonehenge, the rocking horse graveyard in Lincoln, Massachusetts, known as Ponyhenge is shrouded in mystery.

The 25 Happiest Cities in America

Scoring high marks in income, health, and environment, these are the U.S. cities to move to if you want a better chance at happiness.

Why Do Trucks Use Diesel Fuel Instead of Gasoline?

Fasten your seatbelts—this gas-vs.-diesel answer involves compression ratios, spark plugs, and torque vs. horsepower.

The Millau Viaduct during a cycling race in 2012.

Meet the Millau Viaduct: The Tallest Bridge in the World

At about 1.5 miles long, France’s Millau Viaduct is far from the world’s longest bridge—but it is the tallest.

The World's 10 Best Beaches, According to Tripadvisor

If you're already dreaming of your first summer getaway of the year, this list of the best beach destinations around the world may give you some inspiration.

You Can Now See How Many One-Star Uber Ratings You’ve Received—If You Dare

No, Uber still won’t tell you which driver awarded you a one-star rating (or what you did to deserve it).

Books Are Magic, Emma Straub's beloved shop in Cobble Hill, Brooklyn.

16 Must-Visit Indie Bookstores Owned by Writers

Judy Blume, Louise Erdrich, and many other authors also have ‘independent bookstore owner’ on their résumés.

Heike Mutter & Ulrich Genth via Phaenomedia

See What It's Like to Climb South Korea's 230-Foot-Tall Walkable Rollercoaster

SpaceWalk allows visitors to experience the aerial twists and turns of a rollercoaster without strapping into a car first.

Trans-Siberian train bending between Ulaanbaatar and Beijing

The Longest Continuous Train Rides on Earth

For an experience that's more about the journey than the destination, consider booking one of the longest continuous train rides on Earth.

Why Do Some Trucks Have an Extra Set of Wheels?

The wheels attached to “tag axles” or “lift axles” on a dump truck aren’t spare tires—and they don’t always float above the road.

You Can Visit Any National Park for Free on These Days in 2022

These are the dates to visit a National Park System property in 2022 if you want to enter free of charge.

A flight attendant pouring a passenger champagne on a Pan Am flight.

Pan Am Video Highlights the Luxurious Early Days of Commercial Flight

From spacious lounge areas to high-end meals, the average air traveler could expect a luxurious experience while flying Pan American in the 1950s.

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