As dark sky sanctuaries grow in popularity, scientists are revealing more of the benefits of darkness—from repairing DNA to ...

From the seaside grandeur of Haedong Yonggungsa to the ancient allure of Beomeosa, these temples paint a picture of Busan's ...

Across Transylvania’s mountains, villagers are opening up their homes to guests, cooking recipes that reach back through ...

Made up of six states, this region in the north east of the US is best known for its history and culture, but its coastal ...

Animal and cell studies suggest that consuming hops could provide a range of health benefits, but human studies are sparse.

As National Geographic reimagines its iconic headquarters for the 21st century, here’s a look back at its history as a base for both Cold War spies and the Society’s own Explorers.

We all know cacti store water—but to survive, they migrate their flowers, and so much more. Scientists want to copy the ...

Oriental wasps may have evolved a genetic mutation to handle their liquor, thanks to a beneficial relationship with yeast.

Melbourne’s 50-pound celebrity chick is molting, revealing adult feathers beneath his iconic brown fluff. Here’s what to expect as he waddles into adulthood.

In July, the Nevada State Climate Office based in the Department of Geography at the University of Nevada, Reno hired a new ...

On the northwest border of Slovenia is a mountain range as dramatic as it is accessible, offering hut-to-hut hiking on ...

A new hike through the rice paddies and forested interior of Bali offers a meaningful way to experience Indonesia’s ‘Island of the Gods’, without the crowds.