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Today, National Geographic unveiled PICTURES OF THE YEAR 2025, highlighting the images that most inspired and defined the past year through the eyes of its photographers and editors. This year's ...

Take a look at Nat Geo's 2025 Pictures of the Year, from wildlife portraits to groundbreaking scientific discoveries.

The magazine said the collection "showcases 25 extraordinary images that span the breadth of National Geographic's ...

Crete’s sheer size can make deciding where to go a little daunting. This guide can help you decide which side of the ...

Freedom, flexibility and a non-stop backdrop of epic views — there’s nothing quite like a road trip, and even better when ...

The great Norse warriors not only believed in the afterlife, but saw it as their duty to help the deceased get there, with ...

Masterful patissiers in Zurich are satisfying the Swiss city’s sweet tooth with a slew of artisanal treats, from strawberry ...

Climate change is speeding the spread of global pathogens. Can an early-warning system for animal viruses help stop pandemics ...

Florida’s coral reefs provide protection from hurricane storm surges—and experts estimate that losing key species in those ...

Far from mere bookstores, these outlets merge libraries, coffee lounges and cocktail bars into a one-stop-shop for ...