A remote Pacific island is attracting supersized sharks

In this week’s newsletter, we explore the hidden benefits of hiking, reveal ‘Bear’-like food in Chicago, an discover supersized sharks in the South Pacific.

Why hiking is uniquely beneficial for your body and your brain

We know running’s benefits, even on a treadmill. Hiking adds the beauty and calming effect of the outdoors in summertime—without many risks of rock climbing, mountain biking, or paragliding.Only now do we grasp the full benefits of America’s most popular summer recreational activity. What are they?

In this remote island in the Pacific, sharks grow much bigger.

The tiger sharks, which usually measure about nine feet, regularly reach lengths of 15 feet. Where is it?

A. New Zealand

B. Australia

C. South America

D. Papua New Guinea

Addicted to ‘The Bear’?

Got a hankering for delicious food from Chicago? Here are the iconic Chicago foods on our list. Your first step: catch the premiere of season 3 of FX’s The Bear now on Hulu.

Don't leave for the beach without these essentials

If you’re heading to the beach this summer, you’ll need to pack some beach essentials that will keep everyone organized, hydrated, and happy. The best beach vacation essentials are durable, functional, and easy to carry down to the sand.

While you think you may have everything you need for a beach day, our beach essentials checklist will ensure you pack the right things for your next trip to the shore.

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