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 ...

The San Joaquin River is littered with deserted islands, but there is one island near Stockton that is inhabited by some friendly animals. Pig Island is what the locals call it… And yes pigs roam the ...

How do pigs swim? Check out these swimming pigs partying in the ocean! Pigs are some of the smartest animals in the animal kingdom, as far as we know, pigs can’t fly...but they sure can swim! Out here ...

Swimming with wildlife can be a life-changing experience—spiritual even, some people say. Tiny seahorses delight travelers with their strange prehensile tails and bright camouflage, while whale sharks ...