In the U.S., urban planners introduced zoning that called for “setbacks.” They wrote “solar codes” into urban plans. They ...

Two of the hottest places in the region are Short Pump Mall, and Chesterfield Town Center, where PlanRVA measured surface temperatures at 120 degrees or more.

With 2028 Olympics coming, LA launches ShadeLA to fight extreme heat. But barriers threaten real change, advocates warn.

In Delos, just a 20-minute boat ride from Mykonos, there's little or no shade so we carry umbrellas as we wander slowly ...

The final touches are still being placed on a new dog park in Johnson City, the West King Street Bark Park. The city’s parks ...

After a long day, the backyard calls. It’s quiet, open, and just steps from your door. But if it feels bare or cluttered, ...

People seek solace in their backyards. Privacy becomes a concern due to overlooking neighbors. Solutions exist to safeguard your space. Hedges and privacy screens offer immediate barriers. Outdoor ...

Visitors to the Ramona Country Fair can expect amusement rides, vendor booths, carnival food, a variety of musical acts, a ...

Lake Champlain is more than 16 times smaller than Lake Ontario, the smallest Great Lake. But in 1998, Congress designated Lake Champlain as the sixth Great Lake, teeing off a historical and cultural ...

Sailing with two cats: A 16-year-old youth from California has decided to take an ocean cruise by himself, accompanied by two cats. Lee Graham will sail around the world in two years in a 25-foot ...

Transform small backyards into lush retreats with inspiring ideas, smart layouts and stunning designs for a cozy outdoor ...