The páramo covers slopes above 10,000 feet in elevation all over the Andes Mountains, and acts like a giant sponge absorbing ...

The rapid melting of glaciers due to climate change is endangering freshwater supplies, energy production and vulnerable ...

The nation’s massive copper deposits are key to meeting growing global demand. A battle has emerged over who gets to mine and ...

This weekend marked the arrival of fresh produce, pastries and other local treats as the Boulder County Farmers Markets opened for the season. Saturday was opening day for the Boulder and Longmont ...

Producing the raw materials of our food is not a quick and easy thing; so maybe cooking them shouldn’t be either.

Hummingbirds are so fiercely territorial that fights between them are sometimes fatal. But one unusual species is living amicably in colonies in the Andes.

The Americas is an epic journey across the world’s largest supercontinent, featuring a vast array of plants, animals, and ...

Discover ancient roots like rhodiola and ashwagandha that enhance focus and mental clarity without the caffeine jitters or ...

As solar, wind, and hydropower expand, scientists say integrating climate data and forecasting is key to making renewable ...

So epic is this land mass, even seasoned travellers will find fresh wonders to discover in the countries of South America.