Mission planners with the UA-led Phoenix Mars lander gave the spacecraft an extra day to dig around in the red planet's dirt Tuesday, after they weren't satisfied with the results of an earlier test.

For us gardeners, autumn is harvest time. Time to reap the rewards of many hours spent working the soil. Time to enjoy the bountiful supply of fresh, healthy food for the family. Time to reflect on ...

If you spend any time gardening, you probably understand what I mean when I say it feels good -- despite the lifting, sweating and straining involved. Yes, exercise is good for our bodies, but there's ...