Ever wonder how long it takes for that plastic fork from your salad at lunch to break down? What about water bottles? Check out our chart: these statistics will shock you.

What causes a flash flood? Learn how these dangerous weather forces form and how to keep yourself, and your family, safe.

It's been over 100 years, but people are still talking about the Great Molasses Flood that struck Boston on January 15, 1919. How did such a crazy thing happen? Read the story!

Ever catch a fish and want to cook it, but you aren’t sure how? Here are 10 tips for grilling fish. Plus, the perfect (spicy) grilled fish recipe. (See below.) Preparing a meal of freshly caught fish over a hot grill provides primal satisfaction. Searing meat over fire is an ancient cooking technique that gives

Find out how the accuracy of the Almanac came to the aid of the lawyer who ultimately became the sixteenth President of the United States.

Comet SWAN may be visible as early as this weekend. Will it dazzle or disappoint? We explain.

Still very prominent in our night sky, look for the Orion—visible from every inhabited part of the Earth. Learn the myths and legends of this Celestial Warrior.

Sometimes the weather outside really IS frightful! Which events make your heart race? See the list of 5 common weather fears ... if you dare!

Astronomy buffs will love all the celestial gifts in the October night sky, including two meteor showers, planetary lineups, a full Moon, and more!

Yech! Love bugs are in the air, in your home, and on your car. Try this "Love Bug Spray" and other natural solutions to get rid of these annoying (and gross) pests!