These ghostly hoops have been spotted above volcanic events around the world. But how they form has long been a mystery.
A new analysis aims to answer a longstanding question about why the plague reached Europe when it did—and why it spread so quickly.
A surprising expedition reveals sharks thriving in the hostile environment of Kavachi, a highly active underwater volcano.
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Get facts, photos, and travel tips for the Borobudur Temple Compounds, a World Heritage site in Indonesia, from National Geographic.
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Sharks were filmed swimming inside Kavachi, one of the world’s most violent underwater volcanoes, leaving scientists ...
The volcanic eruption of Santorini rocked the Mediterranean and changed history. Crucial—and chilling—evidence from the ...
The race is on to harness the near-infinite power of nuclear fusion—by building a star on Earth. And scientists are closer than you might think. Nuclear fusion in the sun occurs when hydrogen is ...
An iconic Scottish hike has been named one of Europe’s most scenic running routes. National Geographic has placed Arthur’s ...
The December issue of the nature magazine showcases 25 defining moments of 2025, from landscapes to diverse experiences of people around the world.