As NASA prepared astronauts for its second mission into space, National Geographic had exclusive behind-the-scenes access for ...

It's still early enough in the month that a tide of odd recognition days and weeks continues to pepper our inboxes. We seem to have let National Fig Week slip by unnoticed, and while Polar Bear Week ...

Explore the hidden gems of Iowa with its four amazing national park sites. Discover the natural beauty and rich history of the Hawkeye State.

Texas A&M scientists study how roads, wind and conservation affect one of nature’s most extraordinary journeys.

A blast of the season’s first frigid air was bearing down on much of the U.S. on Monday, bringing the prospect of snow to parts of the country, and plunging ...

For Texans, Longhorn Cavern represents a different side of a state often characterized by its wide-open spaces and big sky. It’s a reminder that the Lone Star State holds mysteries and beauty below ...

Nestled in the heart of Texas Hill Country, this underground marvel isn’t just another state park – it’s a limestone labyrinth where nature has been patiently carving masterpieces while civilizations ...