Japan's iconic \"juhyo,\" or snow monsters of Mount Zao, are shrinking due to climate change and forest pest outbreaks. These ...

Some islands feel like they belong to our world; others seem to have slipped in from another dimension. Far from the usual tropical clichés of palm trees and white-sand beaches, these islands ...

At the base of mossy trees, deep in the mountains of Taiwan and mainland Japan or nestled in the subtropical forests of ...

New York City sparkles with Christmas trees on every corner, but some standouts go way beyond twinkling lights and classic ...

If you're a fan of wooden chalets, mulled wine, gingerbread, tinsel and santons, get your Christmas list ready and come and ...

From Krampus to a KFC-fueled Christmas, here's a look at some of the world's most fascinating holiday traditions.

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Explore Oregon Podcast host Zach Urness talks about the mythic Grove of Titans, a collection of the largest redwood trees on Earth.

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Food-themed competitions take culinary celebrations to a whole new level, mixing creativity, skill, and sometimes sheer silliness. From racing after cheese to battling with oranges, these quirky ...