Scientists discover world’s largest coral—so big it can be seen from space
Exclusive photos reveal a sprawling, 300-year-old coral near Solomon Islands, recently discovered by the National Geographic ...
Italy wants to help you discover your roots—and meet distant relatives
This writer traced her roots back to a small Calabrian village and found 100 living relatives. A new Italian initiative makes ...
How much do you know about the Roman Empire?
From emperors and conspiracies to gladiatorial games and daily life—see how well you know the empire that shaped the ancient ...
A culinary tour of Kansas City, the Midwestern city where food is ruled by flame
Brisket, burnt ends and an anything-goes spirit define barbecue culture in KC, a Midwestern US city with a voracious appetite ...
How to plan the ultimate three-day winter trip to Kitzbühel
Head to this renowned Austrian resort to discover perfectly groomed slopes, fantastic Tyroleon food, a lively town and one of ...
The key to protecting rattlesnakes from extinction? Clearing their name and reputation
These antiheroes of the American West are actually not so bad. New research reveals they're good parents and neighbors, and ...
Infrared heat is all the rage—and it may really come with health benefits
It’s showing potential in easing chronic pain, improving mobility, and boosting mental health. Here’s what you need to know ...
These electric bikes make cycling adventures a breeze
An electric bike is a bicycle with an electric motor that allows riders to ride faster, farther, or more easily, based on the ...
This strange syndrome is linked to regular cannabis use—and cases have doubled
Nausea. Severe abdominal pain. Compulsive bathing. These are some of the hallmarks of cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome, a ...
How silence became the newest luxury lifestyle
From silent walking to noise-mitigating architecture, here’s how individuals and cities are pushing back against the roar of modern life—one decibel at a time.
This classic Nepalese trek is a photographer's dream
The Annapurna region in north-central Nepal is home to towering Himalayan peaks, sweeping valleys, ancient villages and some of the country’s best multi-day hiking trails.
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To save monarch butterflies, these scientists want to move mountains
On the slopes of a volcano in central Mexico, biologist Cuauhtémoc Sáenz-Romero and his team envision a climate refuge for oyamel fir trees and the monarch butterflies that depend on them.