The photography award honored issues of the magazine from 2014 that featured stories on indigenous defenders of the Amazon, zombie parasites, and the joy of food. The tablet award went to editions of the magazine that featured stories on new brain science and the challenge of feeding a growing world, among other subjects.

"The power of visual journalism surpasses the power of language and even literacy," said Susan Goldberg, editor in chief of National Geographic, after winning the awards. "Our photographs capture readers' hearts, raise awareness of urgent issues, and take them on magical journeys."

"We are delighted that a magazine founded in 1888 is excelling on all platforms," Goldberg said. "Our goal is to give