This story appears in the August 2018 issue of National Geographic magazine. Nearly every night of our lives, we undergo a startling metamorphosis. Our brain profoundly alters its behavior and ...

In Kenya, the actor and longtime conservationist is championing pathbreaking ideas about ecotourism—and making sure profits remain in-country.

He reshaped the sportswear industry and became a billionaire. Then he did something even more impressive. What’s driving Yvon Chouinard? “It’s not an ego thing. I’ll be dead in a few years anyway.” ...

The award-winning singer, actress, and entrepreneur has been admirably forthcoming about her mental health journey. And with proceeds from her billion-dollar Rare Beauty company, she’s eager to help ...

The Coastal Collection by National Geographic Traveller (UK) features the world's most exciting seaside adventures — from ...

Longevity travel is the buzzword of the moment. This surging trend has seen people exploring how to extend their lifespan, ...

Surgeon Muhammad Mansoor Mohiuddin is a leader in the novel field of xenotransplantation—transferring organs from one species ...

Pablo “Popi” García Borboroglu and Bertie Gregory have been named the 2025 Rolex National Geographic Explorers of the Year.

For 162 million years, sturgeons have fended off everything they’ve faced. Now scientists are racing to save these living ...