Scientists aren't sure what is causing this whirlpool of algae but believe it's likely to cause a marine dead zone.

Bioluminescent algae blooms every few years on the California coast, Australia and elsewhere.

Anthropologist Robin Rodd weighs in on the mind-altering herbal drink, ayahuasca, said to have healing properties.

Made from locally harvested plants and barks, this gentle soap leaves skin feeling soft and smooth.

The limestone rock used to build cathedrals in northern England are vulnerable to acid rain.

From their commitment to sustainability to their reputation for making a mean cup of joe, the people of Costa Rica clearly have their priorities in order.

One of the most highly anticipated museums of the past decade, the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture is finally opening.

Humans aren't the only creatures capable of creating beautiful art.

​Stretching over the Apurimac River, this suspension bridge is made of grass and rebuilt every year using traditional Inca techniques.

This salty soda lake literally turns dead animals into calcified statues. Why do lesser flamingos love it so much?

Photographer Seth Casteel casts his lens on the priceless expressions of rescue cats and kittens bounding and jumping through the air.

Following years of misuse, gorgeous canyon gains new life as one of Puerto Rico's most important ecological attractions.

Dutch photographer Loes Heerink highlights the colorful diversity of Vietnam's bicycle-riding fruit sellers.

From Venus flytraps to pitcher plants and bladderworts, explore the wonderfully weird world of carnivorous plants.

When you set out on a mission to document all 12,000 species of captive animals, it's bound to get a little silly.

Learn more about the ancient agricultural legacy of rice paddy farming.

These bioluminescent gnat larvae fool their prey by beautifully imitating the night sky inside of caves.

Here's a glance at the variation of landscape and geography found within just a few of Canada's most amazing national parks.

'The Land of the Strays' is a dog's paradise.

Our planet has quite a knack for creating surreal natural landscapes. Case in point: Basalt rock columns.

A new study brings up an old argument about that weird definition of a planet.

A spooky face emerges from the sun's corona in this image captured by NASA's Solar Dynamics Observatory.

These intricate, one-of-a-kind ice crystals form when precipitation falls through varying levels of humidity and temperatures in the air.

These recipes from previous centuries are just as delicious today as they were hundreds of years ago.

Before we get a cold, snowy winter, you better start preserving now.

It's time to get creative with this root vegetable, by making carotene butter, carrot ginger sauce and more.

Assemble these casseroles the night before. Throw them in the oven Christmas morning and breakfast is ready in about an hour.

Expect to pay more for avocados for your guacamole — or just make "mockamole" instead.

Don't buy popular rice cauliflower at the store when it's so easy to make it yourself.

After reading this recipe, you may never eat pancakes without Prosecco again, no matter what the calendar says.

On National Quinoa Day, try this versatile superfood in creative new recipes, like chocolate cookies, veggie burgers, yogurt parfaits and more.

You don't have to give up comfort food when you go meat-free for Lent (or any time of year.)

With all its nutrition, cabbage might want to brag a bit more. These recipes make it easy to get the best this veggie has to offer.

From local ingredients to storied traditions, hop on the Great American Cookie Train to see what cookies are the most popular around the country.

To keep its products out of landfills and in the homes of customers for longer, Ikea tests out a furniture leasing program in Switzerland.

Here's what you need to know about a Japanese plant called ashtabi known for anti-aging properties. We even tell you how to grow it.

Experts warn that Alabama is facing an outbreak of yellow jacket super nests, and it's connected to climate change.

Vertical Harvest is a hydroponic greenhouse in Wyoming that offers year-round produce and employs people with disabilities.

It's a sad fact but package thefts increase around the holidays because of all the online shopping.

The soothing sound of burbling water is one of the simplest ways to bring a sense of calm to any space.

Lush, but low-water gardens are a growing popular necessity around the world, and the Australians have a lot to teach the rest of the world.

International Garden Photographer of the Year competition honors best garden, flower and plant images.

Not addressing non-financial misconduct may lead managers to fail the SM&CR.

The watchdog wants to use automation to deepen understanding of markets but has been warned against developing an over-simplified view of the market.

Industry veteran Michael Sicsic partners with Governor Software to help brokers and insurers digitalise key compliance processes in a changing regulatory environment.

Expected broker levy rose to £23m for 2020/21 after spike in PPI complaints.

InsurTech will be able to access the financial data of consenting customers.

Current incumbent Andrew Bailey joins the Bank of England as governor on 16 March.

There will be no change to EEA firms 'passporting' into the UK from tomorrow (31 January), but the temporary permissions regime will be used if the UK and EU fail to sign an agreement by 31 December 2020.

The Insurance Age team talk about the top stories for the week.