April 2022 Issue
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Why it’s important to tell stories that inspire action
Leaving after eight years at National Geographic, the editor in chief reflects on the challenges of covering climate change and other crucial issues.
For these reenactors, patriotism is all about Abe
For these reenactors, patriotism is all about Abe
A photographer documented impassioned impersonators of President Lincoln who dress themselves in the past to convey values for today.Latest Issues
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Animals
- Why are these orcas killing sharks and removing their livers?Why are these orcas killing sharks and removing their livers?
- How sharks equipped with cameras solved an aquatic mysteryHow sharks equipped with cameras solved an aquatic mystery
- The true story behind ‘Cocaine Bear’ is no laughing matterThe true story behind ‘Cocaine Bear’ is no laughing matter
- Watch this clever heron throw shade—literally, Video StoryWatch this clever heron throw shade—literally
- This plant could save lives—and everyone wants to cash inThis plant could save lives—and everyone wants to cash in
- The 'extreme cruelty' around the global trade in frog legsThe 'extreme cruelty' around the global trade in frog legs
- What does cancer smell like? These animals can sniff it outWhat does cancer smell like? These animals can sniff it out
- How did this mountain lion reach an uninhabited island?How did this mountain lion reach an uninhabited island?
Environment
- Cliff art reveals the majesty of the Amazon’s aquatic realmCliff art reveals the majesty of the Amazon’s aquatic realm
- Is tap water safe to drink? Here’s what you need to know.Is tap water safe to drink? Here’s what you need to know.
- A giant mass of seaweed threatens beach season in the U.S.A giant mass of seaweed threatens beach season in the U.S.
- Arctic ice is getting thinner— and sea life is sufferingArctic ice is getting thinner— and sea life is suffering
- Migration and movement in the Anthropocene, Video Story
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History & Culture
- These mysterious ancient shipwrecks were found far from seaThese mysterious ancient shipwrecks were found far from sea
- The Ides of March—a day of murder that forever changed historyThe Ides of March—a day of murder that forever changed history
- While Napoleon conquered nations, his sister conquered heartsWhile Napoleon conquered nations, his sister conquered hearts
- Meet the women who risked everything to be the first to flyMeet the women who risked everything to be the first to fly
- These pirates went east—and stole the biggest booty everThese pirates went east—and stole the biggest booty ever
- China’s beloved drunken poet died centuries ago—or did he?China’s beloved drunken poet died centuries ago—or did he?
- Who were the Neanderthals—and why did they go extinct?Who were the Neanderthals—and why did they go extinct?
- A man’s world? Not according to biology or history.A man’s world? Not according to biology or history.
Science
- Weight-shaming backfires—why do people keep doing it?Weight-shaming backfires—why do people keep doing it?
- Delay death with tech? These innovations are promising.Delay death with tech? These innovations are promising.
- Are you a ‘lark’ or an ‘owl’? Your body clock holds the answer.Are you a ‘lark’ or an ‘owl’? Your body clock holds the answer.
- Why are so many young adults getting colon cancer?Why are so many young adults getting colon cancer?
- Venus is volcanically alive, stunning new find showsVenus is volcanically alive, stunning new find shows
- What is pi—and why is there an entire day devoted to it?What is pi—and why is there an entire day devoted to it?
- Can positive thinking prolong your life? Science says yesCan positive thinking prolong your life? Science says yes
- Endometriosis is common, painful—and routinely misdiagnosedEndometriosis is common, painful—and routinely misdiagnosed
- The key to chronic fatigue syndrome may lie in your gutThe key to chronic fatigue syndrome may lie in your gut
Travel
- Paganism is on the rise—here’s where to discover its traditionsPaganism is on the rise—here’s where to discover its traditions
- A journey of the senses through Abu Dhabi, Video Story
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- Every year the spirit of the American West is awakened in Nevada
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- Chile’s new national park protects a superbloom of rare flowersChile’s new national park protects a superbloom of rare flowers
- See glow-in-the-dark mushrooms in Brazil’s other rainforestSee glow-in-the-dark mushrooms in Brazil’s other rainforest
- 9 things to know about Holi, India’s most colorful festival9 things to know about Holi, India’s most colorful festival