Why are old houses divided into so many small rooms? From keeping warm in winter to controlling cooking smells and creating privacy, those walls served some surprisingly practical purposes.

When is it finally time to put the mower away? The answer depends on your grass, temperatures, and location. See when mowing typically ends in every state—and the simple sign that tells you your lawn is done growing.

Yellowjacket colonies reach peak size as summer winds down, sending hundreds—or even thousands—of hungry workers in search of fruit, garbage and outdoor meals. Here is why they become so noticeable and how to protect your next cookout.

Maple seeds have been swirling everywhere this spring. Find out what it means and the science behind their flight!

The calendar says fall begins on one date. Meteorologists say another. But trees, birds, butterflies, and frost may tell an entirely different story. Here are the three ways autumn really begins—and how to tell when fall has arrived where you live.

Can you really balance an egg only on the fall equinox? Discover the surprising truth behind the famous equinox egg-balancing myth and try it yourself.

When will the first snowfall happen where you live? See our U.S. first snow map and typical first snowfall timing from September through winter.

Have you noticed your lawn suddenly soaking wet every September morning even though it hasn't rained? Longer nights, cooler temperatures, and lingering late-summer moisture create ideal conditions for heavy morning dew.

The next full Moon is September’s Harvest Moon on Saturday, September 26, 2026. Find the exact time, why it’s called the Harvest Moon, and the best time to see it.

What animal falls on your birthday? Farmers’ Almanac has assigned a Birth Animal to every day of 2026. Find your birthday, discover your animal, and compare Birth Animals with family and friends.