Some everyday habits that are legal in the United States can lead to fines or other penalties in parts of Mexico. Travelers are being reminded that local rules on alcohol, smoking, driving and public behavior can vary sharply by state and city.

NASA scientists say a rock sample collected by the Perseverance rover contains 21 organic molecules, adding to evidence that ancient Mars had the chemistry needed for life. Researchers stress this is not proof of life, but it is one of the clearest signs yet that the building blocks were there.

Florida and Texas remain the two biggest magnets for Americans on the move, but recent Census and moving-company data show Texas now has a slight edge in raw population gains while Florida still leads on percentage growth and retiree appeal.

Tucked into a cliff above Roosevelt Lake, the ancient homes at Tonto National Monument preserve a rare look at life in central Arizona about 700 years ago. Park officials say many travelers pass the area without realizing one of the state’s best-preserved ruins is just above the water.

Americans are talking more openly about failure, but experts say the bigger story may be rising expectations at work, school, and online. The shift matters because it changes how setbacks are judged and how people recover from them.

After months of softer cross-border demand, more Canadians are booking trips to the United States again. Airlines, border data and travel industry signals suggest the sharp pullback may be starting to ease.