The Mississippi River is famous for its important role in the United States' industrialization. The river is a vital source of hydroelectric energy, provides drinking water for millions of people, and ...

Maine’s Atlantic puffin population is thriving after a 1970s-era campaign to protect them. But the adorable birds face a new challenge: climate change. As waters warm, the puffins’ most-preferred food ...

For many Americans, Memorial Day marks a fun-filled long weekend and the unofficial start of summer. However, Memorial Day was created for a much more solemn purpose: commemorating the U.S. military ...