Europa is an icy ocean world—and NASA is finally going to explore it
For the first time, NASA is journeying to this mysterious moon to determine if it might be able to host alien life.
6 of the world's most remote destinations to test your inner adventurer
Travellers are venturing further than ever before, seeking the path less trodden to test their mettle and totally disconnect ...
Earth doesn't really have a second moon—but here's what would happen if we did
If you were hoping to see the “mini moon,” you’ve probably been disappointed. But experts say the asteroid was an important ...
Here’s what fear does to your brain and your body
Your brain can’t always tell the difference between a jump scare and a real threat. But what’s thrilling for some people can ...
Why counting Hurricane Helene's death toll will take years
Excess deaths” caused by indirect effects of a storm can contribute to its overall death toll for 15 years, according to new ...
We searched the planet for the world’s best hotels. Here are our picks.
From a jungle treehouse in Mexico to a California-inspired sun ranch in Australia, these are the best new and improved hotels ...
This is the best place on the planet to search for Bengal tigers
Jaagir Manor lies at the pulsating heart of the great Terai ecosystem, home to Bengal tigers, secretive denizens of this ...
These are the 6 best women's rain jackets
Kim Apodaca, a stylist based in Los Angeles, California, says to choose “real” rain jackets over poncho styles. “I recall ...
Where to eat Lisbon’s best pastel de nata
The Portuguese custard tart is a Lisbon classic, and where to find the best is hotly debated by locals and visitors alike. As the winner of the Best Pastel de Nata 2024 competition is announced, we ...
This ancient script has remained unsolved for over a century
In 1908, an archaeologist in Crete discovered a small clay disk bearing unknown symbols. Now known as the Phaistos disk, it ...
Witches: Truth Behind the Trials
Truth Behind the Trials online. Get sneak peeks and free episodes all on Nat Geo TV.
There are real health benefits to getting married—even later in life
As The Golden Bachelorette proves, dating during one's golden years is hard. But a late-in-life relationship could bring many ...