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NASA discovered a bacteria that can ‘play dead’
NASA discovered a bacteria that can ‘play dead’
These manuscripts brought Medieval beasts to life
These manuscripts brought Medieval beasts to life
A 100-mile journey along Switzerland’s dinosaur highway
A 100-mile journey along Switzerland’s dinosaur highway
When the women of Iceland took a day off—and inspired the world
When the women of Iceland took a day off—and inspired the world
8 big cities with extraordinary green spaces
8 big cities with extraordinary green spaces
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Chris Hemsworth takes on three epic challenges to explore science-backed ways to improve our health. He learns to drum for a brain-boosting, surprise stadium gig, climbs a frozen 600-foot wall to explore the benefits of breaking out of our comfort zones, and embraces brutal Special Forces pain training in South Korea—all to discover how we can live longer, better lives.
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This spa town is perfect for exploring the UK's Peak District
This spa town is perfect for exploring the UK's Peak District
10 of the best hotels in Istanbul
10 of the best hotels in Istanbul
A 100-mile journey along Switzerland’s dinosaur highway
A 100-mile journey along Switzerland’s dinosaur highway
8 big cities with extraordinary green spaces
8 big cities with extraordinary green spaces
Exploring England on two wheels—how to plan a cycle tour
Exploring England on two wheels—how to plan a cycle tour

November 2025 Issue

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These incredible photos show you life from a bug’s perspective
These incredible photos show you life from a bug’s perspective
Can this Sherpa change mountain climbing forever?
Can this Sherpa change mountain climbing forever?
Inside the colossal quest for limitless energy
Inside the colossal quest for limitless energy
Hibernating humans? The race to unlock a sci-fi superpower
Hibernating humans? The race to unlock a sci-fi superpower

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