The founder of the Mormon Church rocked 19th-century America with his spiritual visions, his belief in polygamy—and even a ...

He’s the most famous magician to ever live, but few realize that Harry Houdini (1874–1926) began life as Ehrich Weiss, a ...

Experts say the condition—formally known as latent autoimmune diabetes in adults—can result in health complications if it isn ...

Some plants and fungi naturally resemble meat. But scientists and entrepreneurs are going a step further to design an even ...

Pub life and convivial drinking have been a sustaining factor for the communities of the Dutch capital for centuries — as the ...

National Geographic photographer Rena Effendi visits the U.S. Midwest to capture how one farmer is restoring her family farm ...

Some biohackers dream of a future where organ transplants help humans achieve immortality. But scientists say there are still ...

Female-focused tours come in all shapes and sizes, catering to every budget and interest. These are seven to try from around ...

Young puffins have to leave their burrows alone, without the help of their parents, and find the ocean. Every year, local ...

Despite being known as masters of trade, these seafarers were never a single collective. Different groups built powerful ...

National Geographic photographer Ami Vitale sets out on a road trip along Canada’s eastern seaboard in search of the ...

Experts say the whales seem to learn to play with boats from a young age. "Believe me: if they wanted to sink the boats, they ...