• A Glass Revolution is Underway: Discover the groundbreaking advancements in glass technology, where the material's new properties include the ability to bend and bounce. A fascinating dive into the future of materials science that could change our world.
• What Lurks Beneath the Surface of These Forest Pools?: Explore the mysterious ecosystems hidden within forest pools. This article reveals the unseen life forms and ecological dynamics of these serene, yet bustling, natural habitats.
• The Goal of This Pediatric Palliative Program: Put Family First: An in-depth look at a pioneering pediatric palliative care program that prioritizes the well-being and comfort of families during the most challenging times. Learn about the compassionate approaches that are reshaping care for the terminally ill.

• Pictures of the Year: National Geographic’s most breathtaking photographs of 2024, encapsulating a year of visual storytelling. This collection showcases the wonders and challenges of our world, seen through the eyes of those who capture moments of raw beauty, human connection, and the ever-changing face of nature.

• Saving the Monarchs: Inside the movement to help these beautiful- and vulnerable- butterfies thrive.

• Beneath the Waves: Dr. Min-Jee Kim's riveting examination of the Mariana Trench's depths, with Brian Skerry's vivid photography.
• Ghosts of the Forest: Olivia Taylor's revealing look into Madagascar's vanishing rainforests and Tim Laman's intimate wildlife shots.
• Sky High Science: An astral journey with Dr. Emily Levesque and Maggie Steber's stunning photography of the cosmos.
• Ancient Rhythms in a Modern World: Dr. Eduardo S. Neves and Darcy Padilla capture the enduring spirit of Brazil’s native cultures.
• The Secrets of the Silk Road: Dr. Peter Frankopan and Matthieu Paley's vivid narrative of Asia's ancient trade pathways.
• The Hidden World of Urban Wildlife: Dr. Sophie Calmels and Joel Sartore unveil the unexpected wild in our cities.

• Pictures of the Year: National Geographic's most breathtaking photographs of 2023, including Kiliii Yuyan's cover image of a banded sea krait in Palau, encapsulate a year of visual storytelling. This collection showcases the wonders and challenges of our world, seen through the eyes of those who capture moments of raw beauty, human connection, and the ever-changing face of nature.

• Ice and Fire: A thrilling look at scientists studying a rare lava lake within a South Atlantic volcano, penned by Freddie Wilkinson with Renan Ozturk's striking visuals.
• Clearing the Air: Natasha Daly underscores the gravity of climate change and the necessity for large-scale carbon removal, featuring Carbfix's innovative CO2 conversion process with photographs by Davide Monteleone.
• The Meticulous Hunt: An Antarctic adventure narrated by Bertie Gregory, depicting the battle against invasive species, set against Jon Lowenstein's poignant photography.
• Building on Family Ties: Ximena Urra Orrea's chronicle of the Chicago New Soil Project, aiming to bridge the gap between the city and its African American roots, with Jon Lowenstein's insightful images.
• Poetry in Plumage: Heidi and Hans-Jürgen Koch offer a lens into the enchanting world of feathers, showcasing their beauty and the belief in their poetic mastery through photography.
• The Allure of the Untouched People: Adam Goodheart explores the isolated existence of the Sentinelese, emphasizing the importance of respecting their choice to remain disconnected.
• A Spot of Luck for Migrating Monarchs: Jason Bittel highlights the surprising findings in monarch butterfly migrations, revealing larger patterns through marking studies.

• Ice and Fire: The feature provides a compelling tale of the daring scientists studying the persistent lava lake of a remote South Atlantic volcano, offering insights into the Earth's geothermal activity. The article by Freddie Wilkinson, supported by Renan Ozturk's photography, transports the reader to the volatile edge where the power of the Earth is both visible and vibrant, showcasing the extremes of nature and human curiosity.

• Interview With a Rock Star Scientist: Brian May, the guitarist for Queen and a NASA consultant, discusses art, asteroids, and galactic harmony.
• Designing Woman: A NASA engineer is revolutionizing flight suits to better accommodate women.
• Making of a Masterpiece: A behind-the-scenes look at the construction of the James Webb Space Telescope.
• A New Era of Discovery: Stunning images offer fresh insights into everything from massive black holes to young stars.
• Up and Away: NASA's Artemis program aims to return humans to the moon for the first time in over 50 years.
• A Time Travel to Ancient Galaxies: The most powerful telescope ever made searches for the origins of the universe.
• The Alien Moon Shot: Exploring inhospitable places on Earth to understand what life might be like on other planets' moons.

Spotlighted Article:

• Under the Dome: A comprehensive dive into the Dome of the Rock, exploring its historical, religious, and political significance.
• Ghost Forests: A haunting look at the resiliency and vulnerabilities of cypress trees.
• An Exceptional Wilderness: A journey through Mozambique's largest protected area, involving local residents in conservation.
• The Sound of Ice: Glaciers in Chile tell a tale of warning, but are we listening?

• The Exploration Issue: Chasing The Unknown. What a new era of discovery is revealing about our wild and wonderful world

• Fairy Tales, Reimagined: Old European stories have urgent new meanings when seen through the lens of Nigerian history and culture.

• The Thylacine's Life After Life: Can scientists bring back the Tasmanian tiger, hunted to extinction but now mourned?

• Roman Bath Rings: Where a bathhouse once stood, archaeologists are finding gemstones that wealthy patrons lost there.

• Sex Woes of Olive Sea Snakes: Among the obstacles: lousy vision, lack of limbs, and a process that can last hours.

• Fire and Ice Getting there isn't easy: That's why the dramatic landscape of Iceland's interior is largely free of tourist crowds.

• The Amazon's First Storytellers: An expedition journeys to remarkable rock art deep within the rainforest of Colombia.

• Return to the Cave of Bones: It's a tight squeeze to reach the site of Homo naledi's discovery in South Africa.

• A Wild Plan: This bold experiment aims to save endangered shark species.

• Trailblazers: National Geographic Explorers are tackling the challenges and mysteries of our planet.

• A Handmade World: A pre-megacity way of life lingers in this pocket of China.

• Turning Darkness Into Light: Images depict the resilience of an Indigenous Mexican community.

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