Geographical

Official magazine of the Royal Geographical Society (with IBG)

Our best shot at a healthier future

Our best shot at a healthier future

4 minutes

Immunisation has saved millions of lives, but new vaccines are urgently needed. Now we know where to focus our efforts first Every 43 seconds, a child dies from pneumonia. Of all the infectious diseases, including diarrhoeal diseases and malaria, it’s the single largest driver of child mortality. Pneumonia has no single cause; it can develop from airborne pathogens – … [Read more...] about Our best shot at a healthier future

Geographical’s best interviews of 2024

5 minutes

From the importance of maps to the vital role of vultures in our ecosystems, our round-up of our best interviews in 2024 This year, Geographical has talked to a plethora of fascinating individuals. From environmental activists leading historical legal battles to photographers advocating for equity, their stories are all varied but ultimately link to fundamental tenets of … [Read more...] about Geographical’s best interviews of 2024

How glaciers could help predict future volcanic activity

4 minutes

Millions live in the shadow of active volcanoes. Keeping an eye on nearby glaciers could help to predict future volcanic activity In 1985, a seemingly small eruption of Nevado del Ruiz, a volcano in central Colombia, unleashed a catastrophic chain of events. The heat generated by the eruption melted the glacier above, triggering multiple lahars – a flowing mixture of … [Read more...] about How glaciers could help predict future volcanic activity