How this Japanese city is keeping the geisha tradition alive
Meet the mistress of Nara’s last geisha house — a remarkable woman who’s on a mission to keep this complex tradition alive in ...
Here’s what to pack for a rainy trip
Why we like it: Whether you’re kayaking or gardening, this seam-sealed hat offers great protection from rain. It has an ...
Paul Salopek is on a foot journey across the world. He provides an extraordinary record of humanity at a new millennium
From Japan, the Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist’s Out of Eden Walk marks 12 years, with North America on the horizon.
Here's what really caused L.A. fire hydrants to run out of water
As unprecedented wildfires raged through Los Angeles, some firefighters suddenly lost access to water. City officials called ...
7 low-impact adventures to try across the UK
From snorkeling among basking sharks in Scotland to hiking through history in the Peak District, these eco-conscious ...
This pagan tradition is still alive in England—and you can join
Venture into Somerset’s cider country to mark the turning of apple season at a traditional wassailing ceremony.
Singapore has a unique idea for tourism: Focus on your mental health
The country is centering its therapeutic gardens, which were designed with the needs of neurodiverse children and visitors ...
What the cult of Aphrodite reveals about ancient attitudes towards love—and desire
A mix of ancient divinities, Aphrodite was patron over love, beauty, fertility, and war. But the venerated Greek deity has a ...
Photos show apocalyptic scenes as wildfires rage across Los Angeles
National Geographic's staff photographer—who has decades of experience covering wildfires—weighs in on why the latest fires ...
How does your parenting style affect your kid? Here’s what experts say.
Research has found that tiger parenting is associated with higher stress responses, as measured by cortisol levels, in kids.
Why tea drinkers live longer
This ancient beverage does more than hydrate—it’s packed with antioxidants and compounds that boost your health, focus, and ...
On the trail of the elusive pangolin at a South African safari reserve
On a private game reserve in south africa’s KwaZulu-Natal province, an unlikely creature is making a tentative comeback— and ...