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U.S. passports are normally processed in four to six weeks, but if the waiting seems endless, here’s how you can check your passport application or renewal status.

The She Shapes History tours highlight the pioneering women NYC has overlooked.

A coast-to-coast look at the culinary oases that keep us coming back for more.

We dive into the differences between the spirits, including how they’re made—and the brands you should be buying.

One writer finds community in the world’s largest open-water swim group—and picks up some trash while she’s at it.

The storm, which was downgraded to a tropical depression after it made landfall on Monday, has caused thousands of flight disruptions.

Brightline West has officially broken ground on its ambitious high-speed rail project that will connect Los Angeles and Las Vegas in two hours. Here’s a look at the station designs, rail map, and project timeline.

For your countdowns and midnight kisses, plan a New Year’s celebration in these jubilant places around the world.

Looking to spend more time outside the U.S.? Consider these eight jobs.

Celebrate good times at these places around the world.

The U.S. Virgin Islands is a destination for both land and sea adventure.

The Federal Aviation Administration already bans lithium-ion batteries from your checked bags. Now, as battery fires increase, airlines are also adding rules about portable chargers and power banks.

The absence of tourists poses serious problems for Kenya’s Maasai Mara National Reserve, the local government, and the surrounding community.

For decades, some people have held fast to the belief that the hometown of the holiday icon is in northern Finland—not the North Pole.

Afar editors share the 2025 hotel stays they didn’t want to leave—and would happily return to.