In an attempt to escape the world's anxious hum, one chronically overstimulated writer booked into a silent retreat – no reading, no writing, no eye contact – to spend 10 days turning into his psyche.

Disney's Space Mountain Soundscape featuring ambient noise from four versions of the thrill ride is surprisingly soothing and serene.

Columbus City Council approved a new noise ordinance at their meeting last night that will limit loud and obnoxious noise ...