The U.S. has tried to buy Greenland before. Here’s how those past attempts went.
From the Reconstruction era to the Cold War, multiple administrations have tried (and failed) to acquire the Arctic island.
See southern Africa in a new light—on a lake cruise
Crossing the borders of Namibia, Botswana, Zambia and Zimbabwe, land and water safaris follow the flow of the Zambezi to Lake ...
A wine-lover's guide to the Costa Brava
With centuries of winemaking history and a wealth of tasting experiences on offer, the Costa Brava is ideally set up for ...
Want to learn the language of Spain's flamenco? Come to Granada in Andalucia
In this Andalucian city, flamenco is an art form as well as a way of life — not just for traditional dancers and singers but ...
Want a better high-protein diet? You don't have to eat more meat
You don’t need to give up steaks entirely. But mounting evidence shows that a diet that incorporates more plant-based protein ...
These rare treasures could paint a better picture of China before it unified
A collection of artifacts has been found in one of the largest and most complex Chu-era burials ever found. This cache is ...
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How Gen Z and Millennials are making cruising cool again
It’s 2am and the DJ is pumping out noughties bangers. Those on the dancefloor, mostly in their early 20s to early 40s, are in their element. In the entrance to the club — a mirrored tunnel ...
Why there’s reason to hope for Britain’s fastest declining mammal
Once a familiar sight along Britain’s riverbanks, water voles now face extinction—thanks to a new predator. Can these ...
The story behind haggis, Scotland's national dish
Haggis is ceremoniously served to a soundtrack of bagpipes each year on Burns Night. But where did this offal-based creation ...
Sleepmaxxing is the newest wellness trend—but does it actually work?
In short, sleepmaxxing is a catch-all term for any tip, trick, gadget, or hack that can help you sleep faster, longer, deeper ...
10 must-do experiences in Italy’s Campania region
It’s home to the Amalfi Coast, Capri, Pompeii and Naples, Italy’s third-largest city, plus limoncello and buffalo mozzarella.
Everything you need to know about sports tourism
Travelling to watch sporting events has grown into a multi-billion-pound industry. And destinations are answering the call, ...