Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The First Church of Christ, Scientist, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The church publishes the ...

There has never been a recorded sighting of a Rufous-necked wood rail in the U.S., but for the last two weeks one has been right at home in New Mexico You can save this article by registering for free ...

Today we meet the gray-necked wood-rail (Aramides cajanea). Or do we? Maybe we’re meeting the gray-cowled wood-rail? Or perhaps the russet-naped wood-rail? Who knew one little bird could be so ...

It's easy to make fun of train spotters... but when anybody sees a miniature railway it seems to lift their hearts. A bit like a Shetland pony, will make people go ‘‘aah’’ more than a full-grown horse ...