In the southern Appalachian Mountains, that means triple-digit temperatures, humidity that does crazy things to my hair, and ...

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Five-time major champion Iga Swiatek has reached her first final on grass and first final in more than a year in Hamburg.

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Fans and players weren’t the only ones coping with extreme heat this week at the Club World Cup. Sniffer dogs — a common addition to the security details at many large sporting events — had ...

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In 2025, many hikers prefer hiking shoes, or even trail running shoes, for backpacking and day hiking. Personally, I find true hiking boots to be the best choice for serious hiking.

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OL staff writers, Laura Lancaster, Alice Jones Webb, and I have worn all of the shoes on this list on day hikes, multi-day backpacking trips, and thru-hiking. From minimalist shoes like the ...