Society has changed rapidly over recent decades, yet some social rules lag behind, particularly those rooted in the past. While some customs stand the test of time, others can feel outdated or ...

Stormwater does not follow local government boundaries, yet in the Houston area, a patchwork of rules has created gaps that let some homebuilding projects move forward without fully mitigating flood ...

In the ever-evolving world of gardening, new techniques, technologies, and philosophies are reshaping how we cultivate our green spaces. While there are certainly best practices to follow, some ...

In England, an age-old tradition is getting a 21st-century upgrade. Prime Minister David Cameron said Friday that the 16 commonwealth leaders under Queen Elizabeth II agreed that first-born daughters ...

Most retirement planning advice seems to follow a similar formula: start saving as early as you can, leave the workforce at 65, and spend the rest of your retirement days playing golf or vacationing ...