Private jets are increasingly replacing car trips—for the ultra-wealthy
The ultra-rich are flying more on private jets, some of which emit more carbon per hour than an average person produces in a ...
A look inside the growing Black RV camping movement
The number of Black campers in America has doubled in less than a decade, with some community groups teaming up to share ...
St. Peter's Basilica contains his tomb... right? Why there's still some doubt
Some believe the basilica on Vatican Hill was built over the martyred bones of the apostle Peter—but is that true? After ...
The best winter jackets and coats for women
Whether you’re ski touring or just visiting a wintry city, these insulated and weather-proof jackets will help keep you warm.
Polar bears live on ice—but new conditions are injuring them
Warming temperatures may be changing the ways ice forms, making it more likely to stick to and injure polar bears in two far ...
This Arctic boomtown is led by women studying climate change
A small Arctic research station in Norway has emerged as a scientific hub, and it’s home to an increasingly female-led ...
Beer’s secret superpower? Here are the health benefits of hops
Animal and cell studies suggest that consuming hops could provide a range of health benefits, but human studies are sparse.
Bees. Spies. A morgue. National Geographic’s headquarters has a surprising history.
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.
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.