Two skeletons discovered at the ancient Roman city of Pompeii give more clarity on the tragedy that ensued 2,000 years ago after Vesuvius erupted.
Author: Camille Fine, USA TODAY
California agencies warn of potential summer floods as lake levels climb to full capacity
As California agencies brace for summer, visitors of Northern waterways have been told to take precaution as record-breaking snow packs melt.
USF professor sets world record for living underwater in 100-day experiment
South Florida professor Joseph Dituri set a new record for the longest time living underwater without depressurization in a 100-day experiment.
The Mexican-American War: Photos from the 1800s show a young nation’s conflict
In May, two anniversaries that spurred the Civil War occurred between the United States and Mexico over a conflict that centered on Texas.
2023 Most Endangered Historic Places in America list shows ‘connections between people, place’
The National Trust for Historic Preservation’s released an annual list which highlights cultural sites facing an array of threats.
Yosemite warns of more closures through July: What the park looks like amid record melts
Yosemite’s rivers may continue to see closures into the summer as record melts from snowpack cause rivers to rise.
Debutante balls, sweaty gyms and outrageous promposals: Photos tell America’s prom story
Prom marks the rite of passage that teens have celebrated since the 19th century. But it wasn’t always about ‘promposals,’ dresses and awkward photos.
Boy dies after sand dune collapses at Outer Banks; visitors urged to not dig holes
A teenager who became trapped after a sand dune collapsed and buried him on Saturday has died, the National Park Service said.
Interactive map: Top 5 most common invasive animal and insect in every US state
Interactive map shows every state’s most common invasive animals and insects.
US probes complaint that woman was trapped in flaming SUV
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says it will investigate Dodge Journeys after a woman who was trapped in an enflamed SUV died.