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By growing virtual crops with computers, scientists learn how agriculture interacts with the environment at very large scales.

Lille is a beautiful, historic town located in Northern France. Its location on the Eurostar line makes it easy to get to for a weekend break of shopping and sight seeing

Rwanda, the Land of a Thousand Hills, is best known for its Mountain Gorillas in the far North, but what happens if you head South?

Limpkins, cranes, ibises, spoonbills, storks, and flamingos have specific habitat and food needs and may be difficult to locate. A successful search is its own reward.

Once found, understanding the behavior and spring plumage changes of limpkins, cranes, ibises, spoonbills, storks, and flamingos is rewarding.

Previously on The Ruins: Katie found a plunger in her bed. Tonya got sent home for attacking Veronica. The Challengers continued to lose everything, including Danny.

New York Harbor, once home to few wading birds, now hosts more than 1700 breeding pairs. New York City Audubon monitors, protects, and showcases them.

Plastic, stainless steel or glass? Water level indicator or no water level indicator? This article also looks at spout, lid and handle design issues.

Some species of birds have naturally bald heads for various reasons; for others baldness is caused by abnormal molting or health problems.

The dazzling wetlands in Australia's Northern Territory teem with some of the most exotic wildlife on the planet, including the fearsome saltwater crocodile.

Explore the historic winding streets, art-filled churches and quiet parks of the former home of the Portuguese royal family.

This pleasant walk through the streets and parks of the banking area of Frankfurt am Main, Germany passes by top sights, shops, as well as numerous cafés and restaurants.

Birmingham International Airport is the fifth biggest in Britain and the second biggest outside of London. There are many ways of getting to and from the airport.

Visitors to Wembley Stadium and Concert Arena will find an excellent choice of hotels within walking distance. Facilities vary, as do prices and types of accommodation.

Phuket looks like a picture of a paradise.

The J. N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge hosts over 230 species of birds. Biking, hiking, or kayaking through the refuge is the highlight of a Sanibel vacation.

Stretching 350 km north to south, the Kruger National Park is one of the world's oldest reserves where animals roam undisturbed in a variety of habitats.

Iguazu Falls may be one of the natural wonders of the world, but the Bird Park, next to the park entrance, is also well worth an afternoon detour when visiting the area.

Bird banding has been used for 100 years to keep track of the activities of wild birds. Today's system uses bands, tags, flags, collars, markers etc.

Rotorua artist Janet Keen found inspiration for her mosaic garden in an unlikely place. A visit to public conveniences led her to create her living work of art.

Wales start their 2007 Rugby World Cup campaign against Australia at the Millennium Stadium, and play Japan, with a quarterfinal play-off too. Hotel rooms will go fast

Cheap Hostels and YMCA's in London are one budget tip for saving money suggested by the Pauline Frommer's Guide to London, which also rates low-cost restaurants and pubs.

There are only two games at Murrayfield in the Rugby World Cup, but both feature Scotland, with one match against New Zealand. There won't be an empty hotel in the city

Remote Ocracoke Island is part of the least developed region of North Carolina's Outer Banks. Known for simple pursuits and miles of open beach, it is reachable by ferry.

A guide to the hiking and biking trails on Pinckney Island on the South Carolina Coast.

The arrival of Buddhism from India 2500 years ago brought with it a reverence for all living beings - and a royal decree establishing the world's first wildlife sanctuary

Times are tough. The economy is in the toilet. Unemployment is at an all-time high. But luckily for MTV stars, making an ass of oneself on television is recession-proof.

The American alligator is king at the Alligator Farm Zoological Park. One of the country's oldest zoos, a visit here is a great addition to any Saint Augustine vacation.

Removing feces from the nest helps keep the area clean and also reduces visibility of the nest to predators. Which of these is more important is discussed here.

Just 10 km from the coast of Venezuela, Trinidad boasts a rich biodiversity, encompassing Caribbean and South American fauna and flora.

Access to Paris's main tourist attractions for older and disabled travellers and wheelchair users is improving. Some 'Paris by Wheelchair'-style tips:

Ponds across from northern Mazatlan's Cerritos area condominium complex are well worth a birder's visit. Surprising birds are observable from a sidewalk or a bus route.

A paddle trip down Boiling Creek lets outdoor enthusiasts experience nature the way it was intended-unspoiled.

For a weekend break, this cave hotel in rural Southern Spain offers a unique combination of traditional Spanish food, relaxing Arab bathing and outdoor activities.

Chehaw's Wild Animal Park in Albany, Georgia is a relatively small, peaceful zoo that is perfect for spending a few fun, relaxing hours with one's family.

Parents planning to open savings accounts for their children should look for those with high interest rates, low account fees and useful banking facilities.

Create a personalized, self-guided birding tour through two adjacent national parks with a variety of habitats for songbirds, wading birds, raptors and waterfowl.

When the weather gets cold, it's still worth getting out to look for birds. In the winter you'll see different behavior, and species that aren't around in summer.

Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve offers diverse hiking, primitive 4WD roads, developed and backcountry campgrounds, and even a swimming beach in summer.

Hoffman Island and Swinburne Island were created in Lower New York Bay to receive, quarantine, and give medical treatment to immigrants. Now they harbor birds.

Sri Lanka is home to a wide variety of unique wildlife and visiting the island's national parks is one way to spot native animals and explore diverse ecosystems.

Krakow is attracting a new wave of tourism, and accommodation is beginning to catch up. The Hotel Stary is an example of a luxury hotel with a Polish historical touch.

The 45 hectare, Ramsar-nominated Hunter Wetlands Centre is home to more than 250 species of wildlife and located only 15 minutes from the Newcastle CBD.

The Indian River Lagoon extends through the Treasure Coast of Florida. Known as one of North America's most diverse estuaries, it is a haven for recreational paddling.

The mild weather, lush foliage, and biodiversity of the Florida Keys allow invasive species to proliferate. There are several invasives causing concern in the Keys.

The unspoilt island of Holbox, with its flat landscape, low lying bush, salt water lagoons and crushed coral sandy beaches really is a paradise island.

If nature lovers want to regale in 10,000 pristine acres abundant with flora, fauna and creatures great and small, then Little St. Simons is the spot for them.

Parents can cultivate good money habits in children by encouraging them to spend and save money wisely from young.

Interested in viewing alligators in their own habitat? Boating allows visitors to see wildlife up close in the fascinating Okefenokee Swamp in southern Georgia.

Chennai provides excellent opportunities for birding, within the city in areas like Guindy National Park and the Adyar Estuary, as well as day trips to water bodies