How to Plan a Garden With Climate Change in Mind

The arrival of spring brings a question: How to manage the disruption brought by climate change?

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In Japan, an Iceless Lake and an Absent God Sound an Ancient Warning

For centuries, residents in central Japan have chronicled a mysterious natural phenomenon in winter. They see its disappearance as a bad omen.

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Despite Rising Inflation, Restaurants Are Having a Big Winter

January and February are usually the doldrums for dining, but Americans have been eating out, and spending, with gusto.

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Singing to Trees to Make Good Cider: An Ancient English Ritual Is Back

The centuries-old tradition of wassailing is making a comeback in rural England, with rituals and revelry meant to chase away evil spirits and the winter blues.

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Amid Russian Attacks, Ukraine Seeks New Ways to Power Its Cities

The Ukrainian energy network has been so battered by Russian attacks that officials are seeking out new options to prevent a crisis, like renting floating power plants and scavenging scrapped ones from the region.

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How to Watch the Ursids Meteor Shower as It Peaks During the Winter Solstice

The astronomical event, which overlaps with the Winter Solstice, is often overlooked because of the winter chill.

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Visiting Yellowstone in Winter: 5 Things to Do

Forget the summer crowds, exploring wide-open landscapes by ski, snowmobile or snowshoe, and revel in a solitude that few park visitors ever get to experience.

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Alaska in Winter: A Playground of Ice and Snow

Juneau, a popular cruise port in summer, becomes a deal-seeker’s base for skiing, skating, hiking and glacier-gazing in winter.

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How to Stay Active in the Winter

A few tweaks to your routine can make getting outside more comfortable this season.

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The Winter Arc Asks You to Lock In for 3 Months. Some Take It to an Extreme.

The wellness challenge became popular this fall through social media, and has sparked a wide array of interpretations.

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