Jack London published more works than even Hans Christian Andersen. He burst onto the literary scene after a life shape…
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In the complex persona of a man whose name has become shorthand for the lover-hero, sensuality was a primary—but not the only—facet. Born into an artistic family, he combined the…
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Imaginations from the Land of Blankets Robert Louis Stevenson was born in Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland, on November 13, 1850. In his memoirs he said he spent his childhood…
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After nearly half a century, capsule hotels are being completely reimagined. It’s not budget alone that draws travelers — in some cases these tiny rooms can be surprisingly pricey. Many…
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Grandma Joy and her 42-year-old grandson, Brad Ryan, of Duncan Falls, Ohio, have a new goal: visit all seven continents. This travel duo, known for their adventures, has already explored…
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The offer is tempting. But it requires courage and a specific set of skills. For nearly a century, the creature said to live in Loch Ness, south of Inverness, has…
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Science & Technology
A Japanese Startup Will Take Tourists 25 Kilometers Up in a Stratospheric Balloon
A Japanese company, Iwaya Giken, is offering tours for thrill-seekers who want to see Earth the way astronauts do. Adventure-seeking tourists will pay $180,000 for a few hours in a…
