Official magazine of the National Geographic Society
The Fauci diaries have intensified scrutiny of his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic. A Senate panel has voted to hold him in contempt for refusing to answer questions, while states push for records. Republicans argue for accountability; Democrats defend the former NIH director amid a renewed focus on origins, lockdowns, and media coverage.
A total solar eclipse on 12 August 2026 has passed across Greenland, Iceland and parts of northern Spain while the UK and Ireland have seen a deep partial eclipse — the most extensive visible from Britain since 1999. Scientists have collected coronagraph and in‑flight data to study the Sun’s corona and short‑term atmospheric effects; safety warnings about direct viewing were widely issued.
Climate warming has intensified rock falls in the Alps as permafrost thaws, threatening trails, towns and mountaineers. Studies show Alpine glaciers are shrinking rapidly, increasing rockfall and terrain instability. New measurements indicate higher summer temperatures and retreating ice across Mont Blanc and Lombardy, prompting calls for urgent safety planning.
A collection of anniversaries and remembrances reflect on the 9/11 attacks and their enduring health, security, and national unity legacies, across major outlets reviewing the events and their aftermath.
Researchers have described a previously unrecognised small wildcat from Bolivia's Yungas cloud forests and given it the scientific name Leopardus tilcayo. Genetic analysis has shown the tilcayo split from related tiger cats about 1.4 million years ago. Scientists have confirmed the species from sanctuary animals, museum specimens and camera-trap records but they still do not know its full range or population size.
Disney has launched another round of staff reductions, with hundreds of layoffs concentrated in human resources and technology amid CEO Josh D’Amaro’s push to consolidate divisions and reduce costs. The move follows earlier rounds and underscores a broader strategy to streamline operations and invest in growth. The company is also reorganizing its TV and entertainment units to align with a streaming-driven strategy.
National Geographic has named Dumfries and Galloway a must-visit location for 2027, alongside global destinations. The region is praised for dark skies, coastal trails, cycling and galloway landscape, with observatory plans and the Tour de France’s arrival boosting momentum. Local leaders say the recognition will drive year‑round tourism.