The Renaissance artist painted more than 100 figures in the Sistine Chapel ceiling, yet studies for only a handful remain.

Located in the Puna District about 20 miles south of Hilo, Pahoa exists in a beautiful time warp that has somehow managed to preserve the authentic spirit of old Hawaii while simultaneously embracing ...

Explore this Philly enclave known for its colorful murals, walking and biking trails, and unique art installations, scattered ...

The Renaissance artist painted more than 100 figures in the Sistine Chapel ceiling, yet studies for only a handful remain. Could this five-inch drawing at Christie’s be one?

Broward County records 2,956 sea turtle nests this season, with record-breaking 2,075 leatherback nests statewide.

It’s not everyday that you find yourself scouring the sand of a volleyball field for turtle eggs. But it was just another day ...

The Maldives may steal the spotlight, but Southeast Asia is packed with islands that easily rival, and often outshine, those famous turquoise atolls. From untouched coral reefs to bohemian beach towns ...

Scientists are celebrating the recent birth of a baby Vallarta mud turtle at Guadalajara Zoo. It's part of a breeding program to one day increase the wild population of these tiny reptiles. Vallarta ...

The process of being put into a state of suspended animation sounds like something from a science fiction film. However, Mother Nature is a mysterious and magical force that allows tiny creatures to ...

Holly has a degree in Medical Biochemistry from the University of Leicester. Her scientific interests include genomics, personalized medicine, and bioethics.View full profile Holly has a degree in ...

Painted turtles sunning themselves in a pond. Why are sea turtles endangered? Discover the human impact on North American turtles and learn about the steps we can take to help. When I was young, my ...