Most Olympic athletes scrape by for the love of their sport. But these 20 have the economic power of small countries.

Take up yoga. Or at least give it a try.

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Body found north of Windsor

You never know who you’re going to run into in the lobby of the Hotel Yak & Yeti. The former royal palace, with its scarlet lobby chairs, baby grand piano, and bar that serves a cold Tuburg beer, is the last gasp of Kathmandu comfort for climbers and trekkers…

Locally sourced venison is free range and organic—and impossible to get. But that might be about to change.

When you're sick of climbing imitation ice at the gym, check out our guide to the season's premier vertical ice festivals

Here are some of our favorite photos from the #SummerofChaco sweepstakes. The winner will go on a trip for 4 to Squaw Valley outfitted in Chacos! Runner-up will also receive a pair of Chacos!