Breathtaking vacation destinations that can also be surprisingly dangerous
Some of the world’s most spectacular vacation destinations come with risks that aren’t always obvious in the photos. A…
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Major U.S. fault zones that could produce dangerous earthquakes
California may be America’s most famous earthquake state, but some of the country’s most dangerous seismic threats lie hundreds…
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The states with some of America’s highest drinking rates
Americans drink alcohol in every state, but some places consistently stand out when researchers measure how much is sold…
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12 states facing serious groundwater pressure, ranked by a combination of depletion and emerging riskg
America’s next major water crisis may not arrive as a dramatic flood or a reservoir reduced to cracked earth….
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U.S. cities with bad reputations that don’t tell the whole story
Some American cities can’t seem to escape a bad reputation. Crime can fall, neighborhoods can improve, new businesses can…
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Where Texans are moving when they leave the Lone Star State
For years, Texas has been one of America’s biggest migration magnets, attracting newcomers with its job opportunities, sprawling cities,…
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American ghost towns that were abandoned within living memory
Mention an American ghost town, and it’s easy to picture a dusty Old West settlement abandoned after the mines…
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14 things tourists should think twice about saying to Americans
Americans have a reputation for being comfortable with small talk. Strike up a conversation in a coffee shop, airport,…
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States people are surprisingly reluctant to leave
Some Americans spend their lives dreaming about moving somewhere new. Others are born in a state and never leave….
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Expenses that can quietly drain your retirement savings
Retirement can make everyday expenses look surprisingly different. A monthly charge that barely registered while you were working can…
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Why driving in America feels worse than ever
Americans are spending the equivalent of more than a full workweek every year sitting in traffic—and the problem is…
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San Francisco built a $2.3 billion transit center—but the trains still can’t reach it
In the middle of downtown San Francisco stands a multibillion-dollar transit terminal designed to eventually welcome commuter and high-speed…
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Traveling abroad? A recent State Department warning could affect your trip
Your vacation destination may be perfectly safe. Getting there could be another story. A flight can still show “on…
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10 countries where being ‘broke’ still means living like a king
The biggest luxury upgrade may not come from earning more money, but from spending it somewhere your dollars still…
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12 states struggling to keep residents as U.S. population growth slows
Americans are still moving—but where they’re choosing to live is changing the population map. U.S. population growth slowed sharply…
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10 Korean spas in the U.S. worth experiencing at least once
Imagine spending an entire afternoon moving between steaming pools, intensely heated rooms, cold plunges, relaxation lounges, and plates of…
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What happens if states phase out sales of new gas-powered cars?
America’s transition to electric vehicles is becoming as much a political battle as a technological one. President Donald Trump…
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12 major U.S. cities Americans view unfavorably, according to surveys
Some of America’s most famous cities inspire surprisingly divided opinions. A destination that one person considers exciting, beautiful, and…
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12 mistakes you should avoid making at a gas station
From topping off your tank to payment security and unlocked doors, these 12 common gas station mistakes can create…
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12 cities built in some of the world’s most difficult places to survive
Some cities enjoy mild weather and gentle landscapes, while others seem to challenge nature to a fistfight. People have…
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10 U.S. states travelers say aren’t as scenic as you might expect
Every state has a photograph it could put on a postcard. The harder question is what travelers see during…
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10 ways to survive a red-eye flight and arrive feeling human
A red-eye flight can save you a hotel night and give you an extra day at your destination—but only…
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20 best countries for American women who want to move abroad in 2026
For a growing number of American women, the fantasy of moving abroad has become a serious question: If I…
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20 Best Countries for Transgender Americans Seeking Life Abroad
For transgender Americans thinking about leaving the United States, choosing another country involves considerably more than finding somewhere with…
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12 places Americans are flocking to as the nation’s growth map shifts
America’s growth map is changing. Some of the places attracting the most attention from movers aren’t the country’s biggest…
