The Great Wall, Forbidden City and Terracotta Warriors are the big sights in China we can all name. But what other cultural sights come to mind? How many cities? And although Chin
As the Trump administration rushes to eliminate federal jobs, even the national parks — among the country's most beloved and least politicized institutions — are in the crosshairs.
WASHINGTON – The Republican-controlled Senate on Wednesday confirmed Lee Zeldin to lead the Environmental Protection Agency, a key role to help President Donald Trump fulfill his pledge to roll back major environmental regulations, including those aimed at slowing climate change and encouraging use of electric vehicles.
When taken together, the cumulative impact of these actions and orders on our national parks and park staff could be devastating and long-lasting." - Theresa Pierno, NPCA's President and CEO
While most national parks require visitors to pay an entry fee — some of the most popular parks charge up to $35 for each vehicle — a select few are completely free to visit all year round. It’s important to note, however, that you may be required to pay for parking or additional activities within each park.
National Park Service Director Chuck Sams, an Oregonian, talks about everything from representation to reservations as he prepared to leave office.
President Donald Trump is carrying out his immigration crackdown nationwide, with over 1,000 arrests reported by ICE on Monday. The actions prompted a tense standoff between the U.S. and Colombia afte
Changes could reduce liability insurance costs for businesses and commercial property owners. The evidence is mixed on whether it would drive large premium reductions for car and other types of insurance. And some researchers say efforts limiting lawsuits, often called tort reform, fattens insurers' profits more than it cuts the price of policies.
Calling the gift “transformative,” the National Park Foundation said the $100 million grant is the largest donation the foundation has ever received.
Australia’s top scientist faces a showdown with a future Coalition government, casting doubt on the opposition’s plan to establish nuclear energy. Oceanography professor and former CSIRO chief Tony Haymet has been named new Australian chief scientist, to provide independent advice and research to the federal government.
Below, we've rounded up the biggest footwear trends to keep tabs on this season; reflecting a blend of functional, bold, and artistic choices for every occasion. While a visit to a National Park is not on everyone's repertoire,
The 44-year-old single mom of three works 80-hour weeks to provide for her children, ages 8, 14, and 18. During the day, she is a driver for Pizza Hut, where she earns $9.50 an hour before tips. At night, she cleans trains for Houston’s Metro system, where she earns about $17 an hour.