A new EPA rule is aimed at keeping people in the East from suffering the effects of pollution that comes from the West.

To a geologist, a gravestone can offer information other rocks can't. One project is using gravestones to better understand how the elements, particularly acid

Air pollution from auto exhaust and other sources now poses one of the most serious health risks.

You may already be familiar with albinism in humans and other animals, but did you know there are albino plants, too?

It's that time of year again! The 2016 National Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year competition is officially underway.

Follow NASA's lead and explore this natural wonder by air. Scientists working for NASA's CORAL project are embarking on a two-month aerial study.

Have you ever looked up on a crisp fall day and noticed how brilliant and clear the blue sky is? That's not just your imagination.

Add an extra dose of whimsy and bliss to your big day with a rambunctious pile of rescue puppies.

Whether you're planning your own shindig or joining an already existing event, here are a few tips to make the most of the 2017 total solar eclipse.

Learn about the natural mechanisms that produce breathtaking fall leaf colors each year.

Theropods like the T. Rex have their bony cranial ornamentation to thank for their enormous size.

Humans aren't the only creatures capable of creating beautiful art.

When it comes to saving a near-extinct wolf species, you can't please everyone.

A two-week public arts event inundates a small city in Arkansas with an array of vibrant murals and installations.

You're likely aware of endangered species and invasive species, but have you heard of injurious species?

An arctic animal that typically spends its days lounging on pack ice came ashore on the southern coast of Washington this summer.

​Stretching over the Apurimac River, this suspension bridge is made of grass and rebuilt every year using traditional Inca techniques.

Also known as an 'ounce,' snow leopards are one of the most elusive mammals in the world.

This salty soda lake literally turns dead animals into calcified statues. Why do lesser flamingos love it so much?

It's a bird! It's a plane! It's a flying dog!

Thanks to advances in wetsuit technology, surfing is becoming increasingly popular in frigid destinations like Norway and Alaska.

Old newspapers gain new life as evocative sculptures that tell a story about the relationship between humans and animals.

While not practical for everyday wear, these 'fat plant' manicures from Roz Borg of Arozona Living are sure to spark a conversation.

From the unbearably cute to the utterly absurd, these pet and animal vines are bound to crack you up.

Artist and scientist Jill Pelto hopes to inspire people to take action by imbuing her dreamy paintings with hard scientific data and field research.

From Venus flytraps to pitcher plants and bladderworts, explore the wonderfully weird world of carnivorous plants.

Learn more about the ancient agricultural legacy of rice paddy farming.

In honor of his birthday, let's take a look at some of the amazing people the revered spiritual leader has met over the years.

Henry David Thoreau's beloved slice of nature still exists today in the form of a Walden Pond State Reservation.

Many people don't see arachnids as 'cute,' but maybe they've never laid eyes on a peacock jumping spider.

These bioluminescent gnat larvae fool their prey by beautifully imitating the night sky inside of caves.

These endangered World Heritage Sites, both natural and cultural, could use a helping hand in restoring and preserving their integrity.

Panorama gives viewers a glimpse of the geological landmarks in Curiosity's vicinity, including the Gale Crater Rim, Upper Mount Sharp and the Murray Buttes.

With the Earth's axis now tilting at 23.5 degrees, the northern hemisphere is at its farthest point from the sun.

Manhattanhenge is an urban phenomenon in which the sun sets perfectly along New York City's east-west street grid.

Native to East Asia, these frequently misrepresented animals are gentle creatures that serve as major icons in Japanese culture.

At first glance, you might assume this image is the result of some elaborate Photoshop trick, but trust us, it's 100 percent real!

Fireworks displays are nothing compared to the cosmic explosions and implosions that occur every moment across our universe.

These intricate, one-of-a-kind ice crystals form when precipitation falls through varying levels of humidity and temperatures in the air.

Bust out your ugly Christmas sweater, cast off your inhibitions, and swallow your pride. It's tacky holiday sweater season.

You're tired, hungry and you just want something delicious without having to think much. These recipes are for those moments.

These recipes from previous centuries are just as delicious today as they were hundreds of years ago.

It's easy work to extract all the nutrients from the bones in a slow cooker, especially if you use one important ingredient.

Before we get a cold, snowy winter, you better start preserving now.

It's time to get creative with this root vegetable, by making carotene butter, carrot ginger sauce and more.

This savory oatmeal isn't your typical breakfast-for-dinner dish.

Grab your kitchen shears, a serrated knife and your muscles for a tender, evenly-browned turkey.

Can you imagine ringing in the new year without a drink in your hand? Usually it's something sparkly, but it doesn't have to be.

The electric pressure cooker is taking home cooks by storm, and it's good for creating hot meals quickly on a cold day.

This simple flavored salt brings a pinch of caffeinated brightness to your culinary creations.