Coronavirus Coverage
An intimate look at how the virus upended our lives
- From the November 2020 issue
An intimate look at how the virus upended our lives
Photographers in five countries show how COVID-19 became a painful, shared experience around the globe.
- U.S. Case Tracker
Where cases are growing and declining in America
The COVID-19 public health emergency will end this spring
See the DataPodcast: The Virus Hunter
Coronaviruses aren’t new. In this episode of our podcast, Overheard at National Geographic, we examine what it takes to find a treatment for coronaviruses and what that might mean for the future of COVID-19.
Resources for Families
Your family can still explore the world from your home. Visit Nat Geo Family for games, lesson plans, and more for you and your kids.
Dispatches
Our journalists are documenting life on the ground from communities around the world battling the pandemic.
Go Further
Animals
- How female bonobos team up to gain power over malesHow female bonobos team up to gain power over males
- Whales could one day defend themselves in court—using AIWhales could one day defend themselves in court—using AI
- This camouflaged critter wears severed insect body parts like a coatThis camouflaged critter wears severed insect body parts like a coat
- Scientists find 113-million-year-old ‘hell ant’ with scythe jawsScientists find 113-million-year-old ‘hell ant’ with scythe jaws
- We thought Andean bears were mute—until they were heard matingWe thought Andean bears were mute—until they were heard mating
- ‘Sharktopus’ isn't alone—these animals hitchhike on other animals‘Sharktopus’ isn't alone—these animals hitchhike on other animals
Environment
- How ancient trash is protecting these coastal islands todayHow ancient trash is protecting these coastal islands today
- Saudi Arabia's vast desert was once a lush, green paradiseSaudi Arabia's vast desert was once a lush, green paradise
- This strange phenomenon turns the ocean milky whiteThis strange phenomenon turns the ocean milky white
- Did you know cherry trees can ‘breathe’? Here's how.Did you know cherry trees can ‘breathe’? Here's how.
- Our car tires are poisoning salmon—and maybe us, tooOur car tires are poisoning salmon—and maybe us, too
- Startling Antarctic sea creatures found beneath huge icebergStartling Antarctic sea creatures found beneath huge iceberg
- 8 spectacular places in the U.S. to see spring flowers in bloom8 spectacular places in the U.S. to see spring flowers in bloom
History & Culture
- Rome is teeming with mysterious papal crypts filled with secretsRome is teeming with mysterious papal crypts filled with secrets
- How archaeologists found one of the oldest cities on earthHow archaeologists found one of the oldest cities on earth
- How Scotland is reviving an ancient pagan fire ritualHow Scotland is reviving an ancient pagan fire ritual
- The blackout that nearly broke NYC—and the logo that saved itThe blackout that nearly broke NYC—and the logo that saved it
Science
- There's a new clue to solve the universe's biggest mysteryThere's a new clue to solve the universe's biggest mystery
- Faith Kipyegon on how she plans to break the four-minute mileFaith Kipyegon on how she plans to break the four-minute mile
- Is there really alien life on this exoplanet? We asked 10 experts.Is there really alien life on this exoplanet? We asked 10 experts.
- How to see the northern lights—and why they’re more common nowHow to see the northern lights—and why they’re more common now
Travel
- How to plan the ultimate adventure along the DanubeHow to plan the ultimate adventure along the Danube
- There's a peaceful side to Bangkok—if you know where to lookThere's a peaceful side to Bangkok—if you know where to look
- This Tuscan region is perfect for multi-generational vacationsThis Tuscan region is perfect for multi-generational vacations
- Why the Faroe Islands should be your next road trip destinationWhy the Faroe Islands should be your next road trip destination