Recreation researchers are studying how to minimize human impact on public lands while maximizing accessibility.

Long undiagnosed, autistic women and girls who cope by putting on their "best normal” are finally being recognized.

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Officials asked agency staff to draft a rule that would limit data collection. The move could set a global precedent.

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