Olympic Refugee Team Leader Hopes for First MedalMasomah Ali Zada says her refugee team of athletes from countries ranging from Iran to Sudan are a symbol of peace and solidarity.
Rethinking Loneliness: Singledom and the Stigma of SolitudeHow the rise of single Americans is reshaping society—and the way we view and experience solitude.
Connect Wireless Headphones to Your TV to Watch Movies and Shows in PeaceSo you're deep into a late-night binge-watching session, and you want to finish off another episode or two. But there's a problem: You don't want to keep the rest of the household or your neighbors awake with the blare of the television set.
Sharks found with cocaine in their systems. How did that happen?Illegal drug-production labs may be releasing substances into the water that could harm Brazilian sharpnose sharks and other marine animals. It may sound like a B-rated movie plot, but ‘cocaine sharks’ are plying the coastal waters of Rio de Janeiro.
Here’s How to Watch Gymnastics at the Paris OlympicsEvery four years, women’s artistic gymnastics captures the world’s attention, and sports enthusiasts everywhere suddenly have expert opinions on wolf turns, Amanars, and, of course, Simone Biles.
The Olympians With the Most Medals in HistoryWith 28 medals, swimmer Michael Phelps is the most decorated Olympian of all-time, but Paris could see some new faces added to this list.
How to look after your emotional healthThe easiest way to take your own emotional ‘temperature’ is by completing an ‘emotional needs audit’ (ENA).
How to Explore the World’s Oldest Rain ForestThe UNESCO World Heritage Site is tens of millions of years older than the Amazon. Here’s how to visit.
2024 Paris Olympics Live Updates: Opening Ceremony Performances Continue As Parade of Nations EndsFollow live updates and the latest news on the 2024 Olympics and its opening ceremony.
How to Sweat Like an OlympianHave you ever felt embarrassed by the need to carry a towel, or even a fresh shirt, with you during the most sweltering months of the year? You shouldn’t. Sweating is one of the most remarkable ways our bodies protect themselves when the mercury heads north.
When Storm Prep Is Left up to CitizensRapidly intensifying storms have made it much harder for cities to plan their responses. This is an edition of The Weekly Planet, a newsletter that provides a guide for living through climate change. Sign up for it here.
Hear Us Out: Ice Cubes Are The Secret To Amping Up Grilled CheeseIt might sound strange, but ice cubes can take your grilled cheese from good to gourmet. We know that the image of a frozen block of ice doesn't immediately conjure up thoughts of a warm, golden-brown grilled cheese, but it's time to melt away those doubts (pun intended).
OpenAI’s New SearchGPT Prototype Is a Declaration of War Against GoogleIt’s official — OpenAI is coming for Google’s lunch. The AI company announced “SearchGPT” on Thursday, an early version of a search product that shows the company is one step closer to launching its own search engine.
How down payment-assistance programs can help clear the path to homeownershipWhen Will Hunnicutt was searching for an apartment in Atlanta earlier this year, pricey leases and application rejections left him feeling defeated.
Why Parents Panic Way Too Much Over Kids Who Learn to Walk LateAuthor and economist Emily Oster dives into the data to see how common expectations and conventions around childbirth hold up.
How Soon Might the Atlantic Ocean Break? Two Sibling Scientists Found an Answer—and Shook the WorldOff the southwest tip of Iceland, you’ll find what’s often called a “marginal” body of water. This part of the Atlantic, the Irminger Sea, is one of the stormiest places in the northern hemisphere. On Google Maps it gets three stars: “very windy,” says one review.
4 Gorgeous Gorges To Visit In The U.S.Heading out the door? Read this article on the new Outside+ app available now on iOS devices for members! Download the app. Some of the world’s most fascinating landscapes and ecosystems are found in gorges.
The Ideal Vacation Length for Peak Relaxation, According to ExpertsIt’s an inherently subjective subject, but health and travel experts have common advice for the amount of time it takes to disconnect from life’s obligations.
American Wagyu Is Having a Moment. What Is It, Exactly?Don't miss a moment of the 2024 Tour de France! Get recaps, insights, and exclusive takes with Velo's daily newsletter. Sign up today!. Have you noticed that the butcher counter at your local grocery store has been taken over by something called “American wagyu?” Mine certainly has.
Meet the travel agent who only works with clients earning $100 million a yearWhen Jaclyn Sienna India founded Sienna Charles, her boutique travel concierge, in 2008, she was determined to fake it until she made it. “My husband thought I was the dumbest person in the world because we would get calls from people saying, ‘Oh, I saw your article.