The Congo River is the world's only major river to cross the Equator twice, a rare feat shaped by ancient geological forces.

This Ecuador motorcycle day starts in Quito and rides out to Otavalo for the largest indigenous market in South America, then ...

Did you know that there are actually two different sets of seasons, and thus two different winters, every year?

Until June we lived just south of the equator, in Tanzania. Every day of the year was around 80 degrees. The best way to get ...

“In the manifesto, there’s a line: ‘The mission of Equator is to hold up a mirror to a global audience of readers and writers ...

Rivers are the lifeblood of our planet. They provide fresh water for millions of people and are vital to agriculture, transportation, and energy production. Without rivers, life as we know it would ...

Join us as we reach the equator line in Ecuador! Experience the excitement of standing on the world’s midpoint, explore local culture, and witness breathtaking landscapes along the way. Perfect for ...

This dramatic-sounding phenomenon is a naturally occurring component of the Earth’s atmosphere that can play a huge role in ...

A study reveals that Earth alternated between chaotic and calm climates during the Paleozoic era, driven by tectonics and ...

Potential impactors are most likely to have low velocities and the highest likelihood of hitting Earth during the winter.

The author’s husband relaxes on Cote D’Or beach in the Seychelles—photo by Paul J. Heney.

We faced that question over 15 years ago before moving to Cuenca, Ecuador. Moving abroad is a major decision. Some retirees ...