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The mysterious origin of Stonehenge’s altar stone might have been solved
The mysterious origin of Stonehenge’s altar stone might have been solved
Why are cell phone contaminants showing up in tiger sharks?
Why are cell phone contaminants showing up in tiger sharks?
Marine pollution, explained
Marine pollution, explained
Why do deer shed their antlers?
Why do deer shed their antlers?
How to bring a 75-foot-long dinosaur back to life
How to bring a 75-foot-long dinosaur back to life

Sharkfest

Nat Geo’s annual must-see summer event will splash off with Marvel superhero Anthony Mackie navigating the waters of his hometown in New Orleans to learn why shark sightings are increasing in local fishing communities, plus ultra-athlete and shark advocate Ross Edgley will attempt to pit his mind and body against four of the ocean’s most formidable sharks. Then, sink your teeth into more fin-tastic programming to explore a newly discovered great white shark nursery off the coast of New York City, unravel in forensic detail WHY sharks attack, investigate unusual shark encounters around the world, and learn more about the biggest tiger sharks on Earth dominating the shores of Australia.
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6 canal-boating trips in the UK for families
6 canal-boating trips in the UK for families
Is doner kebab actually German?
Is doner kebab actually German?
This Austrian region is home to over 1,000 lakes
This Austrian region is home to over 1,000 lakes
Plan a family trip to Monteverde, Costa Rica
Plan a family trip to Monteverde, Costa Rica
23 unmissable experiences in Turkey
23 unmissable experiences in Turkey

September 2024 Issue

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What life is like when your brain can't recognize faces
What life is like when your brain can't recognize faces
How these trickster caterpillars outwit and outlast other insects
How these trickster caterpillars outwit and outlast other insects
The world’s heaviest snake has been hiding a big secret
The world’s heaviest snake has been hiding a big secret

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