Ancient Humans Hunted 20-Foot-Tall Sloths and Likely Caused the Mammal’s Extinction
Sloths once came in a variety of sizes and lived in multiple settings in many parts of the world. A study in the journal Science examined sloth evolution over the
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Ancient Remains Show How Bacteria Chose Lice Over Ticks to Infect Humans
About 5,000 years ago, a bacterium that was primarily transmitted via ticks made a switch to louse. That may have been a strategic evolutionary opportunity, since the change from tick
Uncovering Williamsburg and the Historic Triangle
The clang of a blacksmith at work, historical reenactments and tours, beautiful scenic drives, and outdoor adventure—there’s nothing quite like Williamsburg, Virginia, no matter the season. History is present and
Do fish sleep? Here’s what scientists have discovered so far
If you’ve ever gone snorkeling on a coral reef during the day, you likely saw waves of brightly colored fish of all shapes and sizes. But return to the same
How to plan the ultimate Trans-Canadian Highway road trip
This article was produced by National Geographic Traveller (UK). Stretching from coast to coast, the Trans-Canada Highway is a ribbon of road that stitches together the vast landscapes of Canada,
10 of the best hotels in Prague
This article was produced by National Geographic Traveller (UK). It might be the medieval architecture or the riverside setting, the youthful atmosphere or — arguably — the world’s best beer.
Iffy about camping? Here’s what a guided camping trip can offer.
“Our family loves the outdoors. We just don’t like sleeping in it.” This is what I heard my 11-year-old daughter telling another girl on our camping trip, who had asked where else
Take this Salvador Dalí-inspired road trip through Spain
Barcelona was home to world-renowned surrealist artists such as Pablo Picasso and Joan Miró, as well as architect Antoni Gaudí—whose artistry as a Catalan modernist is present in the city’s
When humpbacks get stuck in fishing gear, their friends stick around to help
Approaching two whales a few years ago, Rachel Cartwright and her research team noticed something strange. As the younger whale was caught in a fishing line, the adult of the
Do these Florida dolphins have a language? Scientists are finding new clues.
Dolphins are some of the most vocal animals in our oceans. Their pods are a bustling soundscape of clicks, whistles, and buzzy pulses. What to our ears is a creaking
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