National Geographic

Since 2006, National Geographic Explorer Joel Sartore has been traveling the globe in a bid to document as many species as humanly possible. Now, he has approached a number that once seemed unthinkable—17,000 species lovingly coaxed into posing for his camera. Usually, Sartore and his team select one species to highlight at each milestone, but with birds-of-paradise, he says, “it was just impossible for us to choose.” There are about 40 species in the birds-of-paradise family, and all are native to either Papua New Guinea, its surrounding islands, or Australia. Learn more about them at the link in bio. #PhotoArk Photos and videos by @joelsartore 

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Could one of the world's most storied regions also hold the key to true tranquility? 🍃 In the hills of Transylvania, the village of Karácsonyfalva thrives under a centuries-old system of communal landownership called the Közbirtokosság. This community shares not just resources, but also responsibility, heritage, and purpose. In a world speeding forward, Karácsonyfalva offers a rare glimpse of what it means to live in balance—with the land, and with each other. Uncover more of the region's traditions at the link in bio. Photographs by @gemmamiralda 

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Dementia ravages the brains of some 55 million people worldwide, but some sufferers are reaping the benefits of an unexpected therapy: music. "Memory choirs" are using song to unlock the minds of patients with dementia. Now, researchers see an opportunity to turn music into treatment. Learn more about how music can uncage memories at the link in bio. Illustration by Alanah Sarginson 

National Geographic

Photo by @beverlyjoubert | Photographing elephants is always captivating. It's not just their size or presence. It's how they move through the world: aware, expressive, and deeply connected to one another. This playful moment in Kenya's Maasai Mara offers a glimpse into the intricate bonds that define elephant society. Beyond the jostling and trunk tangles, these mixed-age youngsters are learning what it means to be part of something larger than themselves. Elephants are among the most social animals on Earth, and life in the herd calls for more than instinct; it requires memory, emotional awareness, and constant learning. New research shows that from birth to adulthood, elephant brains nearly triple in size—and that expansion is driven by the demands of living in such a richly social environment. Calves grow up immersed in a network of relationships, shaped by the guidance of matriarchs and the transfer of knowledge across generations. Every interaction—playful or purposeful—helps them navigate a life built on memory, cooperation, and connection. 

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Ah, life's simple pleasures. #Underdogs, narrated by @vancityreynolds, is now streaming on @DisneyPlus and @hulu. 

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🪸 @haruka_okinawa_sea ここにしかない景色。 沖縄の水中が1番綺麗🐠🫧🌈 📍阿嘉島　北浜ビーチ #dory #paradise #coral #zamami #慶良間諸島 #okinawajapan 

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뚝섬 역부터 성수 구름다리까지 걸어오면 기적같은 장면을 볼 수 있다. If you walk from Ttukseom Station to Seongsu Cloud Bridge, you can see a miraculous scene. 💁🏻‍♂️ 폰카 포토 클래스 & 인스타 마케팅 클래스 예약중 실력 상승과 수익화의 지름길로 따라오세요. 26일 저녁 9시에는 피드백 라이브가 있습니다! 프로필 링크를 확인하세요 ! 📸 16 pro #한강 #hanriver 

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W H E R E H E R I T A G E meets harmony. From the moment we stepped onto the terracotta tiles of @hotelletemple , we knew we’d found something rare — a sanctuary where sacred architecture, soul-soothing design, and mindful luxury converge in the heart of Central Java. 🌾🌺 We stayed in the Stupa Villa with private Jacuzzi — a masterpiece of space and serenity. Our mornings began with breakfast at the private jacuzzi, overlooking the lush temple-inspired gardens. The rooftop picnic at sunset? A moment we’ll carry with us forever. Between spa treatments that melted time and energizing workouts in the hotel’s sleek gym, every day found its perfect rhythm. This isn’t just a hotel. It’s a living homage to Borobudur’s spirit — an invitation to slow down, breathe deep, and remember how extraordinary the simple things can be. ✨ #HotelLeTemple #HotelLeTempleBorobudur #BeyondExperience #akwanderlux #curavistamag #BorobudurRetreat #JavaLuxury #SacredStay #DesignMeetsTradition #MindfulTravel #SoutheastAsiaGems #IndonesianElegance