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Carstensz Pyramid, the lowest and least-known of the Seven Summits, attracts an increasing number of those hoping to climb ...

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President Donald Trump’s dramatic surprise announcement giving priority to an advanced missile defense to protect the United ...

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Tensions over cost-cutting and maintaining Yosemite have been building, as fired federal workers stage protests at the country’s third-oldest national park.

With a country this big, it’s no surprise you can find many beautiful mountains in the United States. Some of the most ...

The Grand Canyon is undoubtedly one of the most iconic natural wonders in the world. Its South Rim, in particular, offers a ...