In Palermo, there's more to an evening walk than meets the eye
The Sicilian capital was, until relatively recently, largely shuttered by 8pm on account of the city's mafia ties. Now, it's ...
Everything you need to know about EES, the new EU visa scheme
With the new Entry/Exit System (EES) launching in November, following by the long-delayed visa waiver next year, we take a ...
7 must-do experiences in Italy's stunning Lombardy region
These insider tips reveal a local’s way to experience the heart of Northern Italy, including world class skiing, renowned ...
Pregnancy transforms the brain—and some changes last forever
For the first time, scientists have observed the brain throughout the pregnancy timeline, from pre-conception to postpartum.
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How the Virgin Mary Became the World’s Most Powerful Woman
This story appears in the December 2015 issue of National Geographic magazine. It’s apparition time: 5:40 p.m. In a small Roman Catholic chapel in Bosnia and Herzegovina, in the village of ...