As the global population soars toward nine billion by 2045, this corner of Africa shows what’s at stake in the decades ahead.

National Geographic released a list of eight underrated state parks across the United States, naming one Oregon park that’s the epitome of the Pacific Northwest coast.

National Geographic named a lesser-known Oregon state park among its list of state parks that deliver "awe without the crowds." Here's what to know.

25 majestic lion photos These breathtaking images highlight the beauty of this keystone species.

The New Cannabis is a National Geographic exploration into the most critical questions raised by today’s stronger, stranger, ever more accessible weed. Pot is more popular than it’s ever been ...

Wild pigs are turning electric blue in California. Here’s why. Feral hogs with "slushie-blue" innards turned up in Monterey earlier this year—and not for the first time.

At 103, Howard Tucker is the world’s oldest practicing doctor. He answered these burning questions from Nat Geo readers.

How 600-lb. megafish became a collector’s item in Thailand The huge fish are dwindling in the wild, but thriving in private homes. Scientists see an opportunity for their recovery.

With mind and body closely connected, there are techniques that everyone can learn to manage the physical and emotional health impacts of living in the modern world.

See this British lake on a 1920s-inspired sailing trip Discover the centrepiece of the Lake District National Park at the helm of a newly restored motor yacht from the 1920s.

Inside the lab-driven quest for the ultimate high How enterprising weed scientists are unlocking a startlingly powerful new form of cannabis.

There are 4,000 black bears in Florida. Is that too few, or too many? Once on the brink, Florida black bears have made a remarkable comeback. Now, there's a vote on hunting them.