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Should we let AI treat our mental health?
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Here are 6 of the world’s coolest dragon myths
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Why this ancient hat is the 2024 Olympic mascot
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Sharkfest

Nat Geo’s annual must-see summer event will splash off with Marvel superhero Anthony Mackie navigating the waters of his hometown in New Orleans to learn why shark sightings are increasing in local fishing communities, plus ultra-athlete and shark advocate Ross Edgley will attempt to pit his mind and body against four of the ocean’s most formidable sharks. Then, sink your teeth into more fin-tastic programming to explore a newly discovered great white shark nursery off the coast of New York City, unravel in forensic detail WHY sharks attack, investigate unusual shark encounters around the world, and learn more about the biggest tiger sharks on Earth dominating the shores of Australia.
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Head to this secret Slovakian region for mountains and meadows
Head to this secret Slovakian region for mountains and meadows
Discover this historic pottery hotspot in the heart of England
Discover this historic pottery hotspot in the heart of England
How Belgian cuisine is influenced by its medieval past
How Belgian cuisine is influenced by its medieval past

July 2024 Issue

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Peru's Quechua rappers have the world taking notice
Peru's Quechua rappers have the world taking notice
Palau’s waters are incredibly biodiverse, thanks to its defenders
Palau’s waters are incredibly biodiverse, thanks to its defenders
The Māori saved their language from extinction. Here’s how.
The Māori saved their language from extinction. Here’s how.
‘This is Cofán land’: the fight to save Amazonia from intruders
‘This is Cofán land’: the fight to save Amazonia from intruders
Queer and nonconformist Nigerians celebrate their identities
Queer and nonconformist Nigerians celebrate their identities
Aboriginal women are reclaiming traditions of fire
Aboriginal women are reclaiming traditions of fire

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