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Flesh-eating bacteria are becoming more pervasive—here’s why
Flesh-eating bacteria are becoming more pervasive—here’s why
How 3,000 drones created Michelangelo’s masterpieces
How 3,000 drones created Michelangelo’s masterpieces
10 of the best hotels in Brazil for every kind of traveler
10 of the best hotels in Brazil for every kind of traveler
Older, Faster, Stronger
A National Geographic exploration into the science of what it takes to live a longer and more active life. Learn more.
- 'I want to live to be 100.' Longevity lessons from sports icons'I want to live to be 100.' Longevity lessons from sports icons
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Chris Hemsworth takes on three epic challenges to explore science-backed ways to improve our health. He learns to drum for a brain-boosting, surprise stadium gig, climbs a frozen 600-foot wall to explore the benefits of breaking out of our comfort zones, and embraces brutal Special Forces pain training in South Korea—all to discover how we can live longer, better lives.
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Shipyards, nightlife and community—why Newcastle is worth a trip
Shipyards, nightlife and community—why Newcastle is worth a trip
How to spend the perfect day finding Amsterdam's alternative side
How to spend the perfect day finding Amsterdam's alternative side
September 2025 Issue
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Will Mexico's train of the future leave its past behind?
Will Mexico's train of the future leave its past behind?
What do you do with thousands of dead Everglades pythons?
What do you do with thousands of dead Everglades pythons?
The strange syndrome caused by regular cannabis use
The strange syndrome caused by regular cannabis use
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