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2023-08-14 00:09:44

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2023-07-20 10:03:50

By tossing paint and food on the glass exterior protecting famous paintings, activists say they’re conveying a powerful message—art cannot exist on a destroyed planet
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2023-07-20 06:03:38

Some of the locations across the five Indiana Jones films aren’t quite where they appear, resulting in a trail of often unlikely destinations across the planet. Here are some surprising locations you’ve seen on screen that are worth exploring
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2023-07-20 04:08:38

From how much to exercise to which foods to eat, these are the changes you can make to prevent age-related memory loss
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2023-07-18 20:01:15

Former South African president and civil rights advocate Nelson Mandela dedicated his life to fighting for equality. His accomplishments are now celebrated each year on July 18, #MandelaDay
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2023-07-18 18:06:56

Freediving, the art of diving underwater in one breath, is one of the world’s fastest-growing sports. Here’s how an island where many don’t know how to swim became one of the sport’s meccas
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2023-07-18 16:15:58

Cheetah cubs crawl over their mother at Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya #press
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2023-07-18 13:01:42

Shark meat is a global phenomenon—but not everyone knows they’re eating it
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2023-07-18 10:01:22

The invertebrate was thought to be one of Earth’s first super predators. New research raises doubts
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2023-07-18 06:01:00

Smoky flavors and hearty rice dishes abound in this eastern Spanish region
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2023-07-18 04:00:50

From drug-resistant depression to migraines and stroke recovery, vagus nerve stimulation is being tested as a treatment for dozens of conditions
https://on.natgeo.com/3OhrUqu #press

2023-07-18 02:00:41

Wheelchairs have existed since the invention of the wheel. But technological advances have revolutionized the way that people use them
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2023-07-18 00:00:31

More frequent and intense storms pose danger to aging infrastructure across the U.S. It’s an expensive problem to ignore
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2023-07-17 22:16:28

It's never a good idea to mess with a rhino mom #press
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2023-07-17 20:00:10

Eurasian magpies typically build their nests from thorny branches, but some birds have discovered anti-bird spikes work just as well—if not better
https://on.natgeo.com/3XUc08O #press

2023-07-17 18:02:10

With ocean temperatures reaching upwards of 90 degrees Fahrenheit, researchers are racing to find solutions to save coral reefs
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2023-07-17 16:15:57

The Post and Telegraph Office overlook a fountain and traffic in Madrid, Spain #press
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2023-07-17 13:01:50

In the last several decades, skin experts have stopped wondering if we should be wearing sunscreen (the answer is a resounding yes), but how much, when, and under what circumstances. Here’s what you need to know
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2023-07-17 10:01:28

A small-ship cruise around the maze of islands scattered off the remote north coast of Vancouver Island reveals some of British Columbia's most magnificent wildlife
https://on.natgeo.com/3JNRMYz #press

2023-07-17 04:00:51

Warmer springs and longer summers means a longer tick season. Here’s what to know to protect yourself from ticks and what to do if you’re bit
https://on.natgeo.com/3rlydk4 #press

2023-07-17 02:00:42

Not only are children more at risk from the sun’s harmful UV rays than adults, but they typically spend far more time outside than the rest of us
https://on.natgeo.com/3XFKj3s #press

2023-07-17 01:00:45

From music to sumo culture, Jeff Jenkins is diving into everything Japan has to offer.
Watch all-new episodes of #NeverSayNever with Jeff Jenkins, Sundays at 10/9c on National Geographic. Now streaming on @DisneyPlus and @hulu #press
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2023-07-17 00:00:31

More than two-thirds of North American birds are vulnerable to extinction due to climate change-related habitat loss. Poor air quality from smoke is a growing concern
https://on.natgeo.com/3XHgdg0 #press

2023-07-16 22:12:26

The failed expedition was one of the grimmest chapters in the history of Arctic exploration. Researchers aim to shed light on its mysterious fate https://on.natgeo.com/43otds1 #press
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2023-07-16 22:02:28

The Nile crocodile is one of the largest reptiles in Africa and a fierce predator—but it has a weakness #press
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2023-07-16 19:10:07

When an astronomer discovered a brief bolt of energy that could travel billions of light-years, he was astonished. Then decades went by without evidence of another https://on.natgeo.com/3rwAitu #press

2023-07-16 16:57:58

An eastern diamondback rattlesnake rests on a mangrove tree in Everglades National Park, Florida, USA
🐍 #WorldSnakeDay #press
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2023-07-16 14:37:43

Find out which Italian city is the capital of gelato and how to spot and taste the real thing https://on.natgeo.com/44t1pEh #press

2023-07-16 10:01:30

Situated halfway between Naples and Rome on Italy’s Adriatic shores, Sperlonga has been a resort town since ancient times
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2023-07-16 04:00:53

Nearly a century after it was wiped out, this unique animal has become a prized symbol of Australia—and a target for de-extinction
https://on.natgeo.com/3PMSOaT #press

2023-07-16 00:00:34

BPA isn’t regulated in the U.S., so you won’t find it on labels. It’s undetectable without chemical testing. And it’s nearly impossible to avoid
https://on.natgeo.com/3NFQsYN #press

2023-07-15 22:01:19

What looks like a mating dance is actually a form of ritual combat between two males #press
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2023-07-15 21:13:06

A remarkable “time capsule” from one of the greatest volcanic disasters in human history may provide compelling evidence of the cataclysmic event and perhaps even the very first physical remains from the tens of thousands of people who likely perished https://on.natgeo.com/44IMSEe #press

2023-07-15 18:00:55

Not only do emotions of wonder feel pretty good, but they also carry big benefits. Here's a closer look at the wondrous emotions that enrich our lives https://on.natgeo.com/3PUd5eZ #press

2023-07-15 16:16:50

A wave breaks over the reef crest at Kingman Reef, Pacific Remote Islands Marine National Monument, USA. #press
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2023-07-15 14:36:40

The world of bugs is filled with lookalike species. The false widow spider—which resembles the infamous black widow—is just one example of how nature has evolved lookalikes that can make it tough for people to tell one bug apart from another https://on.natgeo.com/3rzj4LP #press
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2023-07-15 10:00:14

Heat waves worldwide are becoming more frequent and are lasting longer, yet many people brush off the dangers. Here’s how extreme heat affects us—and what to keep in mind to stay safe
https://on.natgeo.com/43aKOnm #press

2023-07-15 05:01:51

Is she Jesus’ secret daughter or a Hindu goddess? This enigmatic figure is revered by millions of Romani people worldwide
https://on.natgeo.com/3XTzU4b #press

2023-07-15 03:01:43

With bears, wolves, moose and more, Canada is the perfect destination for immersing yourself in nature
https://on.natgeo.com/43nKTEd #press

2023-07-15 01:25:37

People generate a staggering amount of hair waste—salons in the U.S. and Canada toss out some 31.5 tons a day, and that figure is sevenfold higher in Europe. Here are some of the innovative ways people are recycling it
https://on.natgeo.com/3XTTgGy #press

2023-07-14 22:03:21

Learn why the hammer-shaped head of this shark is so useful for hunting #SharkAwarenessDay #press
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2023-07-14 21:21:14

On July 14, 1789, thousands of Parisians stormed the prison to protest King Louis XVI's abuse of power. It was a defining moment of the revolution that toppled the monarchy https://on.natgeo.com/3rkYNJW #press

2023-07-14 19:01:08

🦈 This #SharkAwarenessDay, join us in dispelling myths and showing some love for these ancient creatures.
#SharkFest continues on @natgeotv and is streaming on @disneyplus and @hulu #press
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2023-07-14 18:10:57

The beauty of hormones is that they exist to keep the body in balance. Here’s what experts say you can do instead if you’re feeling off-kilter https://on.natgeo.com/3pNI4Pa #press

2023-07-14 16:16:56

Happy #SharkAwarenessDay! A school of scalloped hammerhead sharks swim off the coast of Cocos Island in this image from our archives #press
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2023-07-14 14:34:43

The behavior—a unique demonstration of potentially advanced cultural activity—suggests that the primate species may have developed longstanding health-related behaviors that are shared among members of tight-knit groups https://on.natgeo.com/43pg5mC #press
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2023-07-14 10:00:16

Black American women are almost three times more likely to die from pregnancy-related complications than white or Hispanic women—whether they’re wealthy or live in the country’s poorest neighborhoods
https://on.natgeo.com/3Di6XW4 #press

2023-07-14 06:02:05

Octopuses do like to cause chaos—much like the classic tentacled villain. But Ursula also shares traits with these other fascinating sea creatures
https://on.natgeo.com/3O6xIDr #press

2023-07-14 04:01:49

Experience Métis culture and crafts in the Canada's Alberta province
https://on.natgeo.com/3JNpzBe #press

2023-07-14 00:41:38

The Sonoran Desert toad has increasingly being caught by poachers, locals, and visiting fans seeking a natural high found in the toads’ parotid glands—putting the desert-dwelling toad in danger https://on.natgeo.com/3rojRPL #press
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2023-07-13 22:01:29

Is this baby elephant scared, angry, or just having a good time? #press
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2023-07-13 21:17:19

Their questionable reputations and turbulent leadership brought about the downfall of Rome’s monarchy—and the rise of the Republic https://on.natgeo.com/3JYHHbs #press

2023-07-13 19:09:07

Pre-eclampsia, a dangerous blood pressure disorder that can develop during pregnancy, has been historically difficult to diagnose. A new blood test, recently approved by the FDA, helps predict which patients are most at risk https://on.natgeo.com/3rxYWtx #press

2023-07-13 16:17:04

Trees grow within a castle near the town of Kilgarvin, Ireland #press
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2023-07-13 14:22:45

Ozempic and Wegovy, medications that have become increasingly popular this year due to their weight loss effects, were both tested on a monkey species listed as endangered, according to a National Geographic analysis https://on.natgeo.com/44r3u3C #press

2023-07-13 10:00:25

Hordes of Mormon crickets have been migrating through Elko, Nevada and other areas of the West in recent weeks, creating a scene like something from a scary movie
https://on.natgeo.com/3Obrsdv #press

2023-07-13 04:25:59

Who’s the most important woman in France? During the French monarchy, it may not have been the queen, but the king’s official mistress—the maîtresse-en-titre
https://on.natgeo.com/3Da2ip9 #press

2023-07-13 00:01:46

From New Zealand to the Amazon, Jeff Jenkins is immersing himself in adventure and taking on travel in a whole new way.
Don't miss all-new episodes of #NeverSayNever with Jeff Jenkins Sundays at 10/9c on National Geographic. Now streaming on @DisneyPlus and @hulu #press
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2023-07-12 22:01:40

Spotted hyenas grow up in matriarchal clans with some of nature's most devoted mothers #press
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2023-07-12 21:09:27

What once seemed like science fiction has grown into a multimillion-dollar industry that some say is the food of the future https://on.natgeo.com/3XONHJq #press

2023-07-12 19:31:24

A recently spotted black hole existed about 570 million years after the big bang—and may help us understand the evolution of the universe https://on.natgeo.com/3XRmaY0 #press

2023-07-12 16:17:09

Sunset seen from high up in the Santa Marta Mountains, Magdalena, Colombia #press
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2023-07-12 15:30:58

Recent locally acquired cases in Florida and Texas have raised concerns about a rise in mosquito-borne diseases https://on.natgeo.com/3DbEuBy #press

2023-07-12 10:00:33

Crustaceans show signs of distress when they’re boiled alive. This restaurateur turned to an innovative solution to ease lobsters’ pain: hotboxing them
https://on.natgeo.com/44juC4l #press

2023-07-12 02:32:01

Thousands of children die in Uganda every year from vitamin A deficiency. This groundbreaking—and vitamin-packed—genetically modified banana could change that
https://on.natgeo.com/3OakrJS #press

2023-07-12 00:01:54

This dog-size dinosaur called Psittacosaurus is stunningly well-preserved and has revolutionized paleontologists’ understanding of dinosaur skin https://on.natgeo.com/3PSwpcz #press

2023-07-11 22:01:45

For a terrapin, the back of a hippo is an ideal spot to catch some sun #press
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2023-07-11 21:45:36

In a race against time, J. Robert Oppenheimer helped lead the U.S. effort to build the atomic bomb. But he was almost bounced from the Manhattan Project entirely—why? https://on.natgeo.com/3XPk1vV #press

2023-07-11 18:59:23

In a new experiment, scientists found castor bean ticks are so tiny that static electricity vaults them through the air https://on.natgeo.com/44kV2Tk #press

2023-07-11 17:59:22

On the latest episode of #OverheardNatGeo, hear how National Geographic Explorer Mark Synnott attempted to sail his own boat through the Northwest Passage to retrace a doomed 19th century polar expedition https://on.natgeo.com/3pCMVmi #press
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2023-07-11 13:46:59

Advances in computational science are delivering insights into how to improve maternal mortality, deliver better therapies for breast cancer patients, and more https://on.natgeo.com/3D57V8i #press

2023-07-11 10:00:40

Franz Josef’s diligent leadership brought his empire great stability, but his personal life proved far more turbulent over the course of his long life
https://on.natgeo.com/3NK0eJu #press

2023-07-11 06:00:20

Restaurant-led hotels champion the farm-to-fork ethos of California's state capital
https://on.natgeo.com/3pBVNs8 #press

2023-07-11 04:02:11

Genetic and physiological changes while in microgravity could have health implications for those in space—and even back on Earth
https://on.natgeo.com/43dZQIY #press

2023-07-11 02:08:02

Some of the monarch butterfly’s continent-spanning magic may be owed to the size of its itty bitty wing spots
https://on.natgeo.com/46VdJiv #press

2023-07-11 00:08:46

Not all repellents are created equal, and some don’t work at all. The repellent you might want to use depends on where you live, how long you’ll be outdoors, and which bugs you’re trying to repel https://on.natgeo.com/44BhyHA #press
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2023-07-10 22:01:28

These custodial corvids will work for food #press
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2023-07-10 21:00:14

Excavations of an ancient mortuary complex in Egypt are shedding light on how the craft was once a booming business—and not just for pharaohs https://on.natgeo.com/3PQKcQK #press

2023-07-10 19:55:03

Like the vast expanses they constitute, drops of seawater teem with life https://on.natgeo.com/3XHGZF3 #press

2023-07-10 16:15:30

Happy #NationalKittenDay! Two farm cats sit amongst a stack of wooden stock crates in this image from our archives #press
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2023-07-10 13:00:56

It’s only the fourth known deep-sea octopus nursery in the world—and it may harbor a species never before identified
https://on.natgeo.com/44irWnU #press

2023-07-10 10:00:28

Nearly everything we do contributes to our carbon footprint. But a two-wheeled solution is zipping through the world at 20 miles an hour
https://on.natgeo.com/3pClY1U #press

2023-07-10 04:00:31

New research proves these bloodsuckers can pick you out in a crowd. Here’s what you can do about it
https://on.natgeo.com/3rjRPVG #press

2023-07-10 02:00:19

Amid Santorini's arid landscape, grapes are one of the few crops that flourish, thanks to a unique local method of growing vines. The resulting dessert wine is the pride of the island
https://on.natgeo.com/3D4P79e #press

2023-07-10 00:00:15

Around 30 of the 54 mostly adult burials appear to include not only complete skeletons, but also additional body parts
https://on.natgeo.com/3XOUbIf #press

2023-07-09 22:01:04

After surviving high tide, this baby sloth was found pinned between two rocks—and rescued just in time #press
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2023-07-09 20:00:38

40 years ago, she became the first American woman in space. Our photographer documented Sally Ride’s boundary-breaking exploration of space—and some of the accomplishments that have made her an icon of science, women’s history, and LGBTQ achievement
https://on.natgeo.com/3O3PSWl #press

2023-07-09 18:00:20

Thousands of people go missing every year while exploring mountains, forests, rivers, and deserts. Here's how to avoid mishaps—and what to do if you need rescuing
https://on.natgeo.com/43eSh4W #press

2023-07-09 16:16:09

South Window Arch frames hikers and the distant Turret Arch in Utah's Arches National Park #press
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2023-07-09 13:00:37

While heat waves may worsen, public health crises are preventable. Here’s what you need to know to protect yourself from deadly heat
https://on.natgeo.com/3JPH2J4 #press
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2023-07-09 04:00:13

Numerous visitor experiences across Scotland have seen multimiliion pound investments in recent years, transforming the whiskey tour for a new generation
https://on.natgeo.com/3O03TnP #press

2023-07-09 02:00:57

The number of electric vehicles purchased in the U.S. is projected to skyrocket, but the new wave of EVs is not without its downsides. Here’s what you need to know
https://on.natgeo.com/3JJopGT #press

2023-07-09 00:00:38

A global conservation voyage, Darwin200, sets sail in August, crewed by travellers and researchers
https://on.natgeo.com/3O3aduJ #press

2023-07-08 22:01:26

For the first two to three months of a mongoose pup's life, they shadow an adult that's not their parent #press
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2023-07-08 20:01:00

The prehistoric reptile Tanystropheus had a neck that stretched longer than its body, allowing it to sneak up on prey in the water—and making it a target for even bigger hunters
https://on.natgeo.com/46BzTWF #press

2023-07-08 18:00:48

The work was hard and dirty. Disease spread quickly. Native tribes were displaced and murdered. This is the unvarnished story of the “49ers” and their legacy
https://on.natgeo.com/3PN4A57 #press

2023-07-08 16:15:27

A family group of geladas sitting on a canyon cliff in Simen Mountains National Park, Ethiopia #press
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2023-07-08 13:01:03

After more than 150 years, American Bison have finally returned to their homeland, the Amskapi Pikuni (Blackfeet Nation) tribal lands, to roam free
https://on.natgeo.com/3pHKnmL #press
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2023-07-08 10:00:22

Here’s how to get the most out of a trip to Canada's big mountain country
https://on.natgeo.com/3PH8oFa #press

2023-07-08 04:00:31

Prior to 1870, records rarely noted names of enslaved and formerly-enslaved people, creating a genealogical 'wall.' Newly available records from the National Archives’ Freedman’s Bureau provide earlier and richer data about the American experience
https://on.natgeo.com/3JM5xad #press

2023-07-05 18:46:07

This herpetologist launched #FindThatLizard five years ago to increase the visibility of a field not widely known. She now has more than 53,000 followers
https://on.natgeo.com/44d5qMX #press