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

For most people, a Christmas tree means a fresh or artificial evergreen decorated with shiny balls and twinkling lights. But did you know that in some places, Christmas trees are not always what you ...

While there are plenty of awe-inspiring man-made destinations around the globe, nothing is as creative as nature. From trees that resemble monsters, to colorful sinkholes, towering rock formations and ...

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 ...

Filling your garden with various pollinator-attracting trees and plants does a lot more for the environment than you may realize. Some of the benefits include healthier and more productive fruit trees ...

The festive White House Christmas Tree in Washington, DC. The theme for this year's holiday decorations is “Season of Peace and Light.” Photo by Anna Moneymaker. From the “most famous” (a disputed ...