Lisa Hendy is the first woman to become chief ranger at Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

Cody Sullivan received a standing ovation when he received his college certificate.

Many beloved matrimonial customs, from bridesmaids to the garter toss, got their start for some pretty disturbing reasons.

They may not be as well known as Rachel Carson or Jane Goodall, but they've contributed in profound ways to the environmental movement.

From the earliest efforts at clear-cutting to our continued assault on national lands, we love our forests ... even as we continue to put the squeeze on them.

NRDC founder John H. Adams details the history of the environmental nonprofit -- and the modern environmental movement.

The Mongol invasion scrubbed nearly 700 million tons of carbon from the atmosphere, according to new research.

A look at Earth Day's history and six things you can do to make the planet better.

More than 170 world leaders signed the Paris Agreement on Earth Day 2016, but that's just the beginning.

Green-minded travelers will find plenty to love in Santa Fe. It is highly walkable. Local, organic and fresh ingredients are the norm in many of the city's most

California joins some hotel chains in banning tiny toiletries.

Video: Assignment Earth explains why residents and government authorities are determined to clean up and revive the Gowanus Canal.

At Urban Village Brewing Company in Philadelphia, the pizza dough is started with yeast captured from the air in Old City.

A hybrid that would be cold-hardy and suitable for outdoor planting may be available for home landscapes in a few years.

Wick Moorman on our history

We take a trip to a former Civil War-era insane asylum that has been called one of the most haunted places in America.

January 2020 was the planet's hottest January since record-keeping began, according to NOAA.

The the oldest state park in California, Big Basin Redwoods has old-growth forest and plant and animal life that shifts with the altitude.

Part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, the Marin Headlands boast open spaces, wildlife, and a fascinating history.

Learn more about the ancient agricultural legacy of rice paddy farming.

These recipes from previous centuries are just as delicious today as they were hundreds of years ago.

In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re taking a look at the leaders, racers and innovators in the world of cars.

This article is a brief history of iPod. It describes how it started, the goals for this music player and how the name iPod came into being.

Cuckoo clocks are unique creations that are centuries old. The first cuckoo clock was produced back in the early 18th century in Germany's region known as the Black Forest. Clock making in this area of Germany dates back to the early 17th century, almost a full hundred years before clockmakers and craftsmen produced the very first cuckoo clock.

An explanation of domain names and the history of domain name registration. Explains how registrar competition started and why prices have come down on mot sites.

For the average person, even a regular television set is something of a technological marvel that becomes almost unbelievable when considering today's latest and greatest advances, including the plasma TV

What country invented 'golf?' Many countries did.

This is about a brief history of perfumes and fragrances, going back as far as ancient Egypt and perfume trades among old civilizations, up to France's influence in today's perfume standard of excellence.

Very few people actually understand their credit score or how it affects their ability to get future credit.

A look at the rise of the most popular massively multiplayer online role-playing game ever.

A look at how Final Fantasy XI has enhanced and redefined the Final Fantasy series.

During the Medieval period is when rings became popular. All classes of people wore rings from the poorest to the richest. Rings were typically made of iron, copper, silver, and gold. The material of the ring worn usually indicated the class of the wearer.

How can a holiday stir up thoughts of cheer, warmth, and celebration in some while reminding others of a painful and dark past?

The film illustrates the evolution of the sport as Latinos exploded onto the scene to dominate what was once considered the traditional all-white sport. The television release will be announced at a later date.

Serenity Garden aims to serve those with diverse abilities and special needs

From September 14th to September 16th, Croatian city of Pula will host some of Europe's best ice hockey teams during a spectacular ice hockey event Arena Ice Fever Pula MMXII

Welcome to Calmore Estate.

Dr. Hattendorf channels decades of expertise into his role as emeritus professor at the Naval War College

Well-Established Stamford Law Firm Awarded $15 Million Verdict in Tragic Tractor Trailer Accident

Even up to 5% of cars sold in the USA last year were lemons - defective cars you'd better not drive. When adding facts and figures concerning title-washed cars, the car market's condition is questionable.

Montgomery became the first female in the history of the series to finish on the podium in a Global Mazda MX-5 Cup race

HAI acquired the images to support the Museum's new permanent exhibits.

Ms. Bowman channels years of expertise in various fields to her work as a historian for the town and village of North Collins

For the first time, ignoring the poor will have dire consequences for the privileged

Williams took top honors in the Top Female Author awards program for her recent book, 'A Collection Of Poems: A Journey Through Life'. She believes that life is not always black and white.

Virgin's quest to destroy VIRGINIC and small start up entrepreneurs - Richard Branson's history of trademark bullying coming to light.

Crow writes meticulously researched, entertaining novels of romance, history and mystery in an engaging you-are-there style that allows readers to live the history.

Dr. Scillia retired from Kent State University after more than 30 years with the institution

Madonna's "I Rise" (Tracy Young Pride Radio Intro Mix) Nominated for the 2020 Grammy Awards

Tracy Young is the Grammy Award Winner for Best Remixed Recording at the 2020 Grammy Awards