Coronavirus Coverage
- U.S. Case Tracker
Where cases are growing and declining in America
Booster shots and vaccines for kids ages 5 to 11 could help the U.S. dampen the fourth wave.
See the Data- Global Case Tracker
Mapping the global spread of the coronavirus
Here’s the latest data on where the contagion is spreading and which countries have the most cases.
See the DataAn intimate look at how the virus upended our lives
- A World Gone Viral
An intimate look at how the virus upended our lives
Photographers in five countries show how COVID-19 became a painful, shared experience around the globe.ReadGraphics and Data
Podcast: The Virus Hunter
Coronaviruses aren’t new. In this episode of our podcast, Overheard at National Geographic, we examine what it takes to find a treatment for coronaviruses and what that might mean for the future of COVID-19.
Resources for Families
Your family can still explore the world from your home. Visit Nat Geo Family for games, lesson plans, and more for you and your kids.
Dispatches
Our journalists are documenting life on the ground from communities around the world battling the pandemic.
Grants for Educators and Journalists on the Frontlines
The National Geographic Society has launched emergency funds totalling $2.5 million to support educators pioneering new ways of teaching amid the pandemic and journalists who wish to cover COVID-19 within their own communities.
The Society looks forward to continuing our legacy by funding a diverse community of changemakers from around the world. Application deadlines vary.
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Animals
- New clues may explain mysterious origin of the Falklands wolfNew clues may explain mysterious origin of the Falklands wolf
- How dolphins use tools, teamwork, and trickery to get their dinnerHow dolphins use tools, teamwork, and trickery to get their dinner
- Why raptor killings soared after the U.K. shutdownWhy raptor killings soared after the U.K. shutdown
- Why bats are the real superheroes of the animal worldWhy bats are the real superheroes of the animal world
Environment
- The world is still falling short of meeting its climate goalsThe world is still falling short of meeting its climate goals
- Timber salvaged from New York City buildings reveals ancient climateTimber salvaged from New York City buildings reveals ancient climate
- This 50-year project is tracking the Cascades' melting glaciersThis 50-year project is tracking the Cascades' melting glaciers
- Weather disaster deaths are lower—will warming undo that trend?Weather disaster deaths are lower—will warming undo that trend?
- Mapping Southern California’s history of oil extraction and spillsMapping Southern California’s history of oil extraction and spills
- How climate models got so accurate they earned a Nobel PrizeHow climate models got so accurate they earned a Nobel Prize
- Exploring an epic Colorado river during record-breaking droughtExploring an epic Colorado river during record-breaking drought
- Why California is still drilling for oil despite ambitious climate goalsWhy California is still drilling for oil despite ambitious climate goals
- Bizarre mangrove forest offers clues to future sea level riseBizarre mangrove forest offers clues to future sea level rise
History & Culture
- The sinister motive that brought camels to the American WestThe sinister motive that brought camels to the American West
- Ancient solar storm pinpoints Viking settlement in AmericasAncient solar storm pinpoints Viking settlement in Americas
- From LGBT to LGBTQIA+: The evolving recognition of identityFrom LGBT to LGBTQIA+: The evolving recognition of identity
- Residents take on ‘food apartheid’ in Chicago’s South SideResidents take on ‘food apartheid’ in Chicago’s South Side
- The Silos Apocalypse revealed the fears of medieval SpainThe Silos Apocalypse revealed the fears of medieval Spain
Science
- FDA panel recommends Pfizer vaccine for kids ages 5 to 11FDA panel recommends Pfizer vaccine for kids ages 5 to 11Here’s the latest news on COVID-19 vaccine rollout.
- FDA panel recommends Pfizer vaccine for kids ages 5 to 11FDA panel recommends Pfizer vaccine for kids ages 5 to 11
- What to expect with COVID-19 vaccines for kids ages 5 to 11What to expect with COVID-19 vaccines for kids ages 5 to 11
- Deepest earthquake ever detected struck 467 miles beneath JapanDeepest earthquake ever detected struck 467 miles beneath Japan
- Signs of an extreme planet found in another galaxySigns of an extreme planet found in another galaxy
Travel
- West Virginia’s new mountain biking trails are mild, not wildWest Virginia’s new mountain biking trails are mild, not wild
- Here’s why scientists are studying Maine’s coastlineHere’s why scientists are studying Maine’s coastline
- Can UNESCO status save the world’s oldest mummies?Can UNESCO status save the world’s oldest mummies?