The year ahead promises new books from George Saunders, Colson Whitehead, Ann Patchett, Ruth Ozeki, Jesmyn Ward and more ...

From UFO towns to Bavarian villages and Bigfoot hotspots, these quirky U.S. towns are one of a kind, offering unusual ...

In a Caribbean cave where owls once spat out the bones of their prey, scientists have uncovered a nesting strategy that ...

Safe Haven Humane Society’s Thrift Shop combines the thrill of the hunt with the warm fuzzy feeling of helping animals in need – a retail experience that loyal customers insist rivals even the ...

When you think of things that are quintessentially Russian, you might think of those painted wooden nesting dolls stacked one inside another. NPR's John Ruwitch visited the place where most of the ...

A collection of gifts that transcend fleeting trends to ignite curiosity and wonder. The main thing I have learned since becoming a parent is that the only thing that doesn't become harder once you ...

A little ringed plover (Charadrius dubius) sits low on the ground, blending perfectly with its surroundings. These birds nest in shallow scrapes on gravel or soil near water, relying on camouflage for ...

The illegal animal trade is a global industry estimated to be worth $20 billion, according the United Nations. "CBS Saturday Morning" heads to Yuramaguas, Peru, for a closer look at how the black ...

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Actor of the Year in a Musical: Bob Hoskins was nominated but did not win. 1951 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical: Robert Alda won. Best Performance by an Actress ...