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Pointy shoes have been all the rage across cultures for centuries, and their role as status symbols continue today.

From 19th century British navy to US destroyers in the Caribbean, diplomacy at seas has been accompanied by military might.

A planetary scientist who has participated in analog missions describes their value for planning space exploration - and learning about extreme environments on Earth.

Once a modest fall festivity, Halloween has transformed into a monthslong commercial phenomenon. You can hardly blame retailers.

Storm surge is the No. 1 cause of deaths and damage during a hurricane, yet detailed storm surge forecasts are difficult to create. AI could turn that around.

AI agents are poised to do your online shopping for you, with major consequences for the e-commerce industry - and your ability to make choices.

Once a democracy starts to erode, it can be difficult to reverse the trend. What does it take for democracies to bounce back from periods of autocratic rule?

Pennsylvania has been without a state budget for over 100 days, and House Democrats and Senate Republicans are $3 billion apart on how much should be spent.

Pennsylvania has been without a state budget for over 100 days, and House Democrats and Senate Republicans are $3 billion apart on how much should be spent.

80 years after Japanese Americans were imprisoned at the Manzanar Relocation Center, descendants are returning to play the sport that gave prisoners hope and a sense of normalcy.