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A Million Falcons Went Missing From Eastern Europe. Here’s How They Were Found

For years, the secret winter home of rare red-footed falcons remained a mystery. Then an ornithologist discovered the hidden world of “Falcopolis.”

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The Hidden Toll Extreme Heat Has on Pregnancy

With global temperatures on the rise, researchers are confronting an increasingly urgent problem: the impact of extreme heat on expectant mothers and their babies.

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50 of our favorite U.S. state parks

From Niagara Falls to the Redwood Forests, state parks preserve many of the nation’s iconic landscapes and historic treasures. With more than 10,000 to choose from, here’s a look at one from each state.

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Ancient Polynesians Took a 1,700-Year Break From Voyaging. This Is Why They Returned to the Sea.

Researchers have long debated why the Pacific's most skilled navigators suddenly resumed sailing after their "Long Pause." A new study offers a clue.

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Why Some People Are Born With Devastating Gene Mutations—And Never Get Sick

Scientists have long believed that disease-causing genetic variants inevitably lead to disease. But a sea change of research is turning that assumption on its head.

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The Sun’s Magnetic Field is Behaving Oddly. Astronomers Still Don’t Know Why.

Scientists say our star might be in a midlife crisis of sorts. What does that mean for life?

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A Century of Photographing Lions in National Geographic

From the first image of a lion in a 1907 story on "big game" in Africa to recent features on conservation and habitat loss, we've long been fascinated by these iconic felines.

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Follow Somerset's Cider Trail for England's Best Pours

In the West Country, a region synonymous with cider, farmhouse production continues largely as it has done for centuries — with some juicy new innovations.

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The Oldest Farmers Markets in America You Can Still Visit Today

These long-running markets offer travelers a chance to shop where locals have gathered for generations.

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The Amazon's Trees May Be Reaching a Dangerous Tipping Point

Over the past 40 years, the same Amazon trees growing in Peru have started growing thinner, flimsier leaves. Scientists worry they’re being pushed to the brink.

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The Future of Space Travel Could Come Down to This Potato

National Geographic got an exclusive look behind the scenes at Brazil’s efforts to prep future space farmers for agriculture beyond Earth.

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Could Electricity Zap Away Chronic Disease?

The first FDA-approved minimally invasive nerve stimulator for rheumatoid arthritis marks a milestone for bioelectronic medicine—and researchers hope other diseases could be next.

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In Search of Germany’s Best Pickles by Bike

An hour from Berlin, this UNESCO biosphere reserve has spent centuries perfecting the art of the pickle.

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Here's how dinosaur ‘mummies’ are helping scientists solve fossil mysteries

A new study sheds light on how these reptiles become “mummies” and paints a picture of what these ancient animals looked like.

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How One Cheesemaker Revived Tuscany's Forgotten 'Goat Island'

A new generation of small-scale food producers is bringing life back to Capraia, a remote island off the Tuscan coast where goats nearly outnumber residents.

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Everything to Know About the C&O Canal National Historical Park

Hugging the Potomac from D.C. to the Appalachian foothills, the C&O Canal is best experienced by bicycle and capped off with a night in a historic lockhouse.

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VIA Rail’s The Canadian May Be the Least Stressful Way to Travel

A writer traveling on a four-day trip aboard The Canadian finds himself going back to a less-complicated time—with 1950s decor and no Wi-Fi.

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Why California’s ‘Earthquake Gate’ Keeps Scientists Up at Night

Cajon Pass is more than a busy mountain gateway. Its complex geology could help reshape the next major earthquake’s reach and intensity.

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What is noctourism and why it's on the rise

From safari ‘star beds’ to the Taj Mahal after hours, after-dark experiences are increasing in popularity with travellers all over the world — here’s why, and what there is to see.

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Glamping with the stars: These 7 retreats are perfect for night-sky watching

Bask in modern luxury while taking in the cosmos at these astrotourism escapes.

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How a Nat Geo Photographer Captured the Total Solar Eclipse

For the August 12 eclipse, Reuben Wu spent days scouting Spain and setting up multiple cameras to document a spectacle that lasted only moments.

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23 Incredible Pictures that Nat Geo's Photo Editors Loved This Month

Skydiving by the sun. Playing with a baby seal. Bathing in corn flour. Check out some of the pictures featured in our Photo of the Day.

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See Stunning Images of the 2026 Total Solar Eclipse From Nat Geo Photographers

National Geographic photographers were stationed from Iceland to Spain to document one of the year’s most anticipated celestial events.

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From Etna to Fuji—take on the world's most epic volcano hikes

Volcano hikes offer some of the world’s most dramatic trekking landscapes — from sacred peaks to smoking craters. These seven routes range from beginner-friendly climbs to high-altitude adventures.

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The Best Things to Do in Seattle With Kids

Blending urban exploration with outdoor adventure, Seattle invites families to experience its waterways, neighborhoods, and cultural landmarks in exciting ways.

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Making Way for the Giant Anteaters of Brazil

The enormous and slow-moving creatures are being pushed closer and closer to dangerous roadways. Here's how conservationists are thinking creatively to keep them safe.

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Top 10 things to do on your next trip to Seattle

Explore the birthplace of grunge, feast on fresh seafood, and tour the city's vibrant neighborhoods and hidden underground.

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Best hotels in Seattle for every type of traveler

Whether you're an art lover, food lover, or music connoisseur, these unforgettable hotels have something for everyone.

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10 Best English Farm Stays to Escape the City

From vineyard estates and regenerative farms to rewilded landscapes and kitchen gardens, these farm stays in England offer a slower pace, seasonal food and a closer connection to the countryside.

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Sleep in the Shadow of Uluru on This new Australian Great Walk

A new walk traverses the red miles of the Northern Territory desert, culminating at the foot of Australia’s greatest landmark.

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