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Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2026 in 16 Remarkable ImagesANIMALSNew16 photos

Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2026 in 16 Remarkable Images

Explore sixteen images from Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2026, revealing animal behavior, shared habitats and remarkable moments in the natural world.

The World’s 40 Best BeachesTRAVELNew40 photos

The World’s 40 Best Beaches

Explore 40 remarkable beaches around the world, from Seychelles coves to Caribbean shallows and Australian shores, in a visual countdown of coastal escapes.

Almost Invisible: Transparent Animals of the Deep SeaANIMALSNew8 photos

Almost Invisible: Transparent Animals of the Deep Sea

Meet eight transparent deep-sea animals and discover how delicate structures, selective color and near-invisible bodies help life survive in open water.

What Fireworks Do to the Wildlife Around UsANIMALSNew

What Fireworks Do to the Wildlife Around Us

Learn how fireworks can disturb birds and other wildlife, why the effects extend beyond pets, and how nearby habitats shape the impact of a celebration.

The Hidden Geometry of the Microscopic WorldSCIENCENew10 photos

The Hidden Geometry of the Microscopic World

See ten photographs from the 2025 Nikon Small World competition, revealing microscopic patterns, unusual specimens and the techniques used to capture them.

Nine Extraordinary Wildlife Journeys Around the WorldTRAVELNew9 photos

Nine Extraordinary Wildlife Journeys Around the World

Follow nine wildlife journeys and seasonal gatherings, from migrating butterflies to returning salmon, with a focus on patient, responsible animal watching.

15 California Beaches That Show the Coast’s Many SidesTRAVELNew15 photos

15 California Beaches That Show the Coast’s Many Sides

Discover fifteen California beaches, from sheltered coves and lively city strands to foggy northern shores, revealing the many moods of the Pacific coast.

Europe’s 11 Best BeachesTRAVELNew11 photos

Europe’s 11 Best Beaches

Explore eleven European beaches, from Sardinia and Fuerteventura to Ireland, chosen for their striking landscapes, varied coastlines and distinctive character.

North America’s 11 Best BeachesTRAVELNew11 photos

North America’s 11 Best Beaches

Discover eleven distinctive North American beaches, from Anguilla and Mexico to Florida, with island landscapes, sheltered bays and broad stretches of sand.

Japan’s Natural Wonders Beyond the Familiar ViewTRAVELNew10 photos

Japan’s Natural Wonders Beyond the Familiar View

Discover ten Japanese natural wonders beyond Mount Fuji, including coastal dunes, tidal whirlpools, snow-covered trees and striking mineral-blue water.

Trash Becomes Wildlife in Bordalo II’s Giant Animal SculpturesSTREET ARTNew10 photos

Trash Becomes Wildlife in Bordalo II’s Giant Animal Sculptures

See ten Bordalo II animal sculptures made from discarded materials, where recognizable wildlife and exposed waste share the same striking urban surfaces.

Japanese Gardens Where Every View Is DesignedTRAVELNew10 photos

Japanese Gardens Where Every View Is Designed

Visit ten Japanese gardens where paths, stones, water and borrowed scenery create carefully composed views and turn an ordinary walk into discovery.

A Slower Walk Through Japan’s ForestsWELLBEINGNew8 photos

A Slower Walk Through Japan’s Forests

Take a slower visual walk through Japan's forests, exploring shinrin-yoku through quiet trails, changing light and photographs from JNTO's nature guides.

Sequoia in Winter: A Quieter World Among Giant TreesTRAVELNew

Sequoia in Winter: A Quieter World Among Giant Trees

Experience Sequoia National Park in winter, with snow-covered giant trees, quieter forest views and practical context for planning around changing conditions.

Top 10 Clearest Lakes in the WorldTRAVEL10 photos

Top 10 Clearest Lakes in the World

Discover ten strikingly clear lakes around the world, from Japan's Lake Mashū to Torch Lake and China's Five-Flower Lake, through a scenic travel gallery.

10 Surreal Places You Need to Visit Before You DieTRAVEL10 photos

10 Surreal Places You Need to Visit Before You Die

Explore ten surreal destinations, including Iceland's Blue Lagoon and Greece's Melissani Lake, in a gallery of unusual landscapes and vivid natural color.

Top 10 Tallest Waterfalls in the WorldTRAVEL

Top 10 Tallest Waterfalls in the World

Explore ten of the world's tallest waterfalls through dramatic landscapes and towering drops, with an introduction to the settings that make each distinctive.

30 Most Beautiful Places in the WorldTRAVEL30 photos

30 Most Beautiful Places in the World

Explore thirty travel destinations around the world, from Madagascar and Vienna to unexpected city stops, in a gallery of varied landscapes and local character.

10 Interesting Details About Nature’s Painkiller: Wild LettuceWELLBEING10 photos

10 Interesting Details About Nature’s Painkiller: Wild Lettuce

Explore wild lettuce's history in traditional remedies and the claims surrounding it, distinguishing folk use from established evidence about medical treatment.

What Plants Could Be Dangerous To Keep At Home?NATURE7 photos

What Plants Could Be Dangerous To Keep At Home?

Explore seven plants discussed for possible household risks, with attention to identification and why safety depends on species, exposure and household.

All-Time Hottest Temperature In Europe Expected To Be Recorded TodayNATURE

All-Time Hottest Temperature In Europe Expected To Be Recorded Today

Revisit coverage of Europe's August 2021 heatwave and the record temperatures forecast at the time, keeping the original expectations in historical context.

Earth’s Ozone Layer Appears To Be RecoveringNATURE

Earth’s Ozone Layer Appears To Be Recovering

Explore an archived report on the ozone layer and the Montreal Protocol, examining the connection between restrictions on chemicals and signs of recovery.

Small Animals That Make the World Feel a Little QuieterANIMALS17 photos

Small Animals That Make the World Feel a Little Quieter

Take a quiet break with photographs of small animals, bringing together gentle expressions, resting poses and glimpses of wildlife and companion animals.

A Tiny Lizard Falls Asleep Inside a RoseANIMALS

A Tiny Lizard Falls Asleep Inside a Rose

See the photographs of a tiny lizard discovered sleeping inside a rose, a small garden encounter that turns an ordinary flower into an unexpected hiding place.

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