Thanksgiving is a time for family, food, gratitude—and for many Americans, travel. Whether you’re driving across town or ...

Before you clean up your garden this fall, put down the pruners. Leaving certain stems, seed heads, and leaves can help birds ...

The first day of fall arrives September 22, 2026—but one of the most familiar things you’ve heard about the equinox isn’t quite true. Here’s why your day will still be a little longer than your night.

Many people take down their bird feeders when fall arrives because they worry birds won't migrate. But that's usually ...

Did your tire-pressure light appear after a cold night? Learn why it happens, why it may disappear while driving, and how low ...

Discover why mushrooms appear in fairy tales, from the storybook fly agaric to centuries-old legends about fairy rings.

The Draconids peak on the night of 8 October 2026, and the Moon sets before the Sun does. Best watched from 8 p.m., not ...

Is your evergreen turning yellow this fall? Inner needle yellowing may be perfectly normal. Here’s how to tell seasonal ...

Discover 10 old-time October weather sayings, where they came from, and the surprising weather, animal, and seasonal ...

Discover why autumn became the season for ghost stories, from Samhain traditions to Washington Irving’s Headless Horseman.

Quince stays hard when ripe, but its floral fragrance gives it away. Learn when quince is in season and try an easy baked ...

Why do birds gather in huge flocks during fall? Discover what causes starling murmurations, how birds fly together, and what ...