Geographical

Official magazine of the Royal Geographical Society (with IBG)

Victoria Heath

After graduating from Warwick University in 2024 with a First Class BA (Hons) in English Literature and Creative Writing with a Study Year Abroad, Victoria now works as the Digital Editor for Geographical.

She loves to travel and regularly seeks out new adventures and experiences abroad and in the UK. Outside of journalism, Victoria is an avid creative writer and is currently working on her first novel.

Victoria is the published author of two books, and her work features in publications including Business Insider, DIVE Magazine, I Am BeYoutiful, as well as her Instagram @byvictoriaheath.

Benedict Cumberbatch filming in the Natural History Museum, London

‘How to Live on Earth’ documentary presented by Benedict Cumberbatch to premiere on YouTube

Sep 2, 2026
New documentary features human stories and powerful cinematography showing how humanity can build a safe and thriving future for all by working with nature
The polar aurora over the Larsemann Hills, Prydz Bay, Antarctica

The world as a laboratory

Aug 26, 2026
Victoria Heath sails from Brest to Reykjavík with scientists studying the Atlantic, then explores other voyages and volunteering trips that allow travellers to contribute to research and conservation
Danube in Budapest, Hungary

The vast impacts of a dry Danube

Aug 20, 2026
As the Danube’s water levels fall, power plants, cargo shipping and passenger vessels are feeling the effects
Mosquito close-up

Droughts are reshaping the spread of infectious diseases

Aug 18, 2026
New paper reveals how droughts are leading to surges in illnesses like cholera and West Nile virus around the world
September issue covers

Out now: September 2026’s Geographical Magazine

Aug 17, 2026
In our September cover story, Mark Rowe investigates how outsourcing is changing the relationship between citizens and the state in the UK. Also in this issue: stories from Ukraine, Egypt, Chile and more
Svalbard, Arctic landscape

Trump administration ends support for Arctic environment report

Aug 13, 2026
NOAA ends support for Arctic climate and environment report after nearly two decades of monitoring the rapidly changing region
Plastic pellets

‘Environmental disaster’ as one billion plastic pellets enter River Tyne

Aug 11, 2026
One billion plastic pellets entered the River Tyne after a boat collision last month. Experts now warn of the environmental consequences
Washington tourists on steps

The top countries gaining and losing tourists

Aug 10, 2026
Discover the countries around the world where tourism is booming, and the nations losing out on visitors
Andrea Wulf

Writer’s Reads: Andrea Wulf

Aug 7, 2026
Andrea Wulf is a German-British historian and best-selling author. Read more about her top literary picks below...
Solar eclipse in the sky

How do solar eclipses affect the weather?

Aug 7, 2026
As a solar eclipse is set to hit the skies this week, learn more about the impacts that such an event can have on weather – and why
Orange oil barrels

Oil firms reap billions in profit amid Iran war and climate crisis, new analysis finds

Aug 5, 2026

Data suggests eight of the biggest oil companies made more than $700,000 of profit every minute during the spring quarter…

Scorched grass in Nottingham

England and Wales see driest July on record

Aug 4, 2026
Nineteen counties in England recorded less than or equal to one millimetre of rainfall across the entire month
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