Scientists have for the first time sequenced the most complete and oldest ancient Egyptian genome ever found—unlocking new ...

The Grand Ole Opry is celebrating its 100th anniversary all year—but that’s not the only reason to visit. From hot chicken to ...

For centuries, humans have lived underground. Today, that ancient practice is under dire threat—even as cave life makes more ...

Despite what's depicted in movies and books, the real Tyrannosaurus rex was likely an awkward swimmer at best. To date, no ...

Foods like hot dogs, hamburgers, and potato salad have become menu essentials at Independence Day cookouts across the country ...

National Geographic photographer Jody MacDonald discovers that Central Oregon's wild terrain is the ultimate playground, ...

Along Norway’s coastline, the rhythm of life slows in summer — shaped by the good weather and long hours of daylight.

Namibia is a southwestern African nation roughly twice the size of California, known for having the world’s oldest desert. The Namib Desert is the scene for many of Namibia’s must-do adventures, from ...

As it turns out, propelling one's body mass through water activates numerous systems throughout the body and makes the low-impact, high-results nature of the sport second to none. It also explains ...

From the Făgăraș Mountains of Romania to the teeming sea cliffs of St Kilda in Scotland, Europe is still home to staggering displays of summer wildlife. Whether you’re searching for sperm ...

The famed poet died in ‘delirium’, wearing someone else’s clothes. Over 170 years later, we’re still searching for answers. Poet and novelist Edgar Allan Poe died on October 7, 1849. The ...

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