National Geographic January 2014

Kayapo Courage

The rich and powerful Brazilian tribe is battling a dam that will not die.

Things They Brought Back

Explorers can’t resist souvenirs. These specimens are beautiful – and enlightening.

Far From Home

Millions of guest workers toil in oil-rich countries, cut off from both locals and loved ones.

Once Upon a Dragon

Indonesia’s monster lizard faces an iffy future.

Putin’s Party

Islamist insurgents, touch Cossacks, warm winters – welcome to Russia’s Olympic host city.

Impossible Rock

The slightly nervous author, age 44, and two young hotshots climb Oman’s knife-edged cliffs.