The man who theorized the Nobel Prize-winning Higgs boson particle is himself a bit of a mystery.

From Michael Jordan to J.K. Rowling, these superstars prove the value of perseverance.

In Stranger in the Woods, author Mike Finkel explores the famous Maine recluse Christopher Knight and why he stayed alone for 27 years.

For dog-lit author Flora Kennedy, dogs can be the harshest — and sweetest — critics.

A new CNBC documentary follows the secret life of garbage -- from your trash can to the garbage trucks to the landfills -- and our oceans.

This explore.org film shows how service dog Abby and others helped in the aftermath of Sept. 11, 2001.

Peter Tabichi, a teacher in remote Kenya who has been giving most of his salary to the poor, became the first African to win the Global Teacher Prize.

Study finds that giving funds to poor families also helps others in the community.

Companies like Airbnb and Uber are feeling the pandemic pinch, but neighborly sharing is on its way up, and that's a good thing.

Blending or juicing fruit makes it much easier for your body to access their carbs and calories, which is the opposite of what most people want from a smoothie.

People of every age are generating and circulating misinformation and lies, not just baby boomers.

The USDA wants Americans to "Know Their Farmers, Know Their Flowers."

Video: From Jeff Goldblum to Tricia Helfer to Arianna Huffington — see who is talking about the Mother Nature Network.

When Hurricane Dorian hit the Bahamas, this rescuer opened her home to nearly 100 dogs.

Onward Bag is landfill-skirting design at its most ingenious.

When it comes to plastic especially, it seems like a no-brainer to at least pick up some of it when you’re out in nature.

Research suggests one sex may be better than the other when it comes to humor.

A small number of people can contract an ear muscle called the tensor tympani to block out sound.

Dried beef jerky is a staple at most grocery stores and gas stations, but more sustainable options for vegans and vegetarians are on the rise.

Ever since Michael Cardenaz saved a hummingbird, the little bird keeps coming back to visit him.

Buddy the dog has discovered he can play fetch all by himself.

If you run into trouble in the great outdoors, your rescue could come with a hefty price tag — but it all depends on where you are.

For decades, Proenneke lived in a handmade cabin at Alaska's Twin Lakes; his writings and films have left a legacy.

Meet the leaders of the maker movement, the bright entrepreneurs paving the way for the age of homespun inventions.

The demographics are shifting in favor of Generation Z as these young people head to the polls.

When we throw away banana peels, we throw away a lot of health benefits.

The newly refurbished stairs in Rome are open to the public again, but tourists will be fined for sitting on them.

Do you ever get too old to wear jeans or any other item of clothing? We ask a respected fashion blogger Lisa Carnochan to answer this loaded question.

There are a few things to know about Google Home, the home automating wunderkind.

WHO says "immunity passports" certifying that people are immune to the coronavirus are premature since we don't know if they will work.

These kids see no reason to wait until they are older to make a difference in the world.

Here are eight young people who made an impressive mark on history and our world.

A puppy named Dallas who was almost euthanized without ever leaving the shelter just landed a dream job: As a police K9.

Miss Willie the dog spent 12 years on a chain before she finally got to see the world.

This shelter dog's neurological issues didn't stop him from getting adopted in no time.

Three circus lions and a cub fly thousands of miles to their forever home in South Africa.

Mary Winchen, the creator of Tirdy Works, speaks about her moose turd art with just the right combination of seriousness and puns.

Fireworks displays are nothing compared to the cosmic explosions and implosions that occur every moment across our universe.

Bust out your ugly Christmas sweater, cast off your inhibitions, and swallow your pride. It's tacky holiday sweater season.

These recipes for people who don't like to cook will work for those who do like to cook, too.

From spraying coyote urine to mourning the passing of a horse, I'm learning to be part of this community.

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

Chuck Leavell and his famous friends Mike Mills, John Bell and Paul Riddle play a rollicking set at the White House Correspondents' Jam.

It is a sufficient errand to tidy up after yourself, let along tidying up after others. So when you move into another level, you do not need any indications of the past inhabitant. Especially if the signs demonstrate a careless mentality to cleanliness.

Chinese firms are producing and exporting popular electronics such as MP3 players that are high in quality and affordable.

I spend a lot of time emailing with online business owners. Since that's my specialty, I find a lot of people asking me questions about my success. What amazes me is that many of those people are asking the wrong questions!

So what exactly are these online audio book rental services and will you get benefit from them?. Read on and find out the answers for your questions...

Baby acne is commonly the mother's hormones passed to the baby in the placenta during pregnancy, but won't appear until 3 to 4 weeks afterwards. The hormones trigger the baby's oil producing glands, leading to the development of acne. It could also be the result of taking certain medications.

Overview of the most well-known toy awards, who does the judging and how the toys are judged.

Every single Christmas, we get at least one email from a parent whose child has stopped believing in Santa. This article has been written to help parents answer some of the difficult questions that disbelieving children ask.