Danielle Brooks oversees lifestyle, health and opinion coverage. Her work helps readers think through how policy and culture show up in daily routines, relationships and work-life balance.
CORONADO, Calif. — For nearly two decades, Bill Pavlacka, affectionately known as the “Sandcastle Man,” transformed the sandy shores outside the historic…
ATHENS, Greece — In a strategic move to attract international entrepreneurs and diversify its economic base, Greece has expanded its famed “golden”…
FUNCHAL, Portugal — The picturesque island of Madeira, often called the “Hawaii of Europe,” has introduced new fees for hiking trail access…
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 2 travel alert for the Seychelles…
FREDERICKSBURG, Texas — In an era where bustling metropolises often dominate travel itineraries, a renewed appreciation for small-town warmth and hospitality has…
PERGAMON, Turkey — In a discovery that has sparked “immense excitement” among archaeologists, researchers have uncovered the first direct chemical evidence that…
DALLAS, Texas — In a vibrant homage to the golden age of air travel, American Airlines has launched a 1920s-inspired retro food…
LOS ANGELES, Calif. — A United Airlines passenger expecting to fly from Los Angeles to Managua, Nicaragua, via Houston, found themselves thousands…
BALLARAT, Victoria — In a remarkable find that bridges continents and centuries, treasure hunter Angus James uncovered a rare 19th-century Japanese bronze…
LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Scuba diving remains a beloved bucket-list activity for many vacationers, but recent incidents involving older adults have brought…