Why did Neanderthals and humans bury their dead? Scientists have a new theory.
The two species began burying their dead at roughly the same time and place. Now some archaeologists think competition may ...
Do you have a twin stranger? The surprising science behind doppelgängers
Even though Segal has proved that personalities between doppelgängers are far more dissimilar than personalities between ...
It’s getting dark out again. Here’s why it’s actually good for your health.
As dark sky sanctuaries grow in popularity, scientists are revealing more of the benefits of darkness—from repairing DNA to ...
Traveling with your pet for the holidays? Here are some helpful tips.
From new semi-private pet airplanes to road trips, this is everything pet parents should consider before hitting the road.
The 10 best compact cameras for travel, tested and reviewed by Nat Geo
Our photo engineering team builds special equipment for Nat Geo photographers on assignment. These cameras impressed them the ...
Demystifying Muarajambi
Candi Muarajambi is one of the largest Buddhist temple compounds in the world. Built by a former civilization, the complex ...
The secret to thriving in the winter? Embrace it, don’t fight it
Take cues from ancient wisdom and shift your mindset to transform your winter experience from daunting to delightful.
These images were almost lost to icy Arctic Waters—instead they made the Endurance crew legends
Expedition photographer Frank Hurley’s visuals have become timeless classics of their own, ensuring the story lives on a century later.
9 ways to experience Sydney's great outdoors, from foraging to harbour kayaking
The capital of New South Wales has an array of urban adventures on its doorstep, with activities ranging from foraging walks ...
10 of our favorite weekender bags
The best weekender bags come packed with features, from laptop sleeves to water bottle holders. Every item has its place, ...
This mountain range should be on every tour of northern England
Between a trio of national parks, this underrated northern region has mighty mountains, industrial relics and ancient ruins.
The oldest tadpole fossil ever has been found—and it’s a big one
The discovery in Patagonia shows that frogs have had a tadpole stage for at least 160 million years. Here’s how the ancient frogs compare to those of today.