In October 2025, scientists published groundbreaking research in Geophysical Research Letters. A volcano in Iran that hadn't erupted in 700,000 years was moving now. The ground was swelling, and it could disrupt the findings.

Cusco has never been just stone and sky. Beneath the footsteps of tourists and locals alike, something older has been listening. Long-ignored stories now read less like legend and more like unfinished history.

​Once-dry coastlines now rest beneath shallow seas, preserving traces of how early people lived and planned. A submerged stone wall from deep prehistory challenges long-held assumptions about hunter-gatherer life. Built with purpose and used repeatedly, it points to coordination, foresight, and shared knowledge long before farming or permanent settlements appeared.

Missed connections frustrate travelers, yet the cause matters more than the outcome. Airline delays, weather disruptions, and mechanical issues fall within a carrier’s responsibility. However, delays due to government procedures do not. Customs and immigration operate independently, and random inspections can delay passengers without warning. When that delay causes a missed flight, confusion often follows. Responsibility depends on control. Airlines are judged by whether they caused the delay or had the authority to control it. That distinction determines rebooking options and compensation. Understanding this difference also helps travelers set realistic expectations before approaching airline staff or paying unexpected costs. After all, preparation before travel reduces shock and misplaced assumptions.

New scientific methods make it easier for hunters to remove invasive Burmese pythons from the Florida Everglades.

Most Americans assume forgetting their ID at the airport means delays, awkward questions, and maybe extra screening. That’s been true for years. But starting in February 2026, that familiar inconvenience won’t just cost you time—it’s going to cost you money, too.