When we read a horror novel, it activates the brain's fear response, releasing adrenaline and other stress hormones that put us on high alert, allowing us to experience a thrill without being in real danger. Known as benign masochism, reading can provide a safe way to satisfy our curiosity about the more disturbing aspects of human nature (Yang & Zhang, 2021).
Atlas Ocean Voyages is redefining what it means to celebrate the holidays by offering once-in-a-lifetime expeditions to Antarctica in 2025. Known for its intimate, yacht-style journeys, Atlas provides fewer than 200 guests per ship with an all-inclusive experience that merges festive traditions with the untouched beauty of the White Continent. For travelers seeking a holiday season that goes beyond the ordinary, these voyages deliver a rare opportunity to celebrate Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's in one of the most remote and awe-inspiring destinations on Earth.
Dennis 'Tink' Bell was a British adventurer and meteorologist who tragically fell into a crevasse in Antarctica during a survey expedition, leading to his unaccounted disappearance for over 65 years.
Building a clean-energy system in Antarctica required overcoming extreme challenges, including temperatures below -40 degrees Celsius, fierce winds of up to 300 km/h, and perpetual darkness during polar nights.
National Geographic's ourHOME sweepstakes offers participants a chance to win a remarkable Antarctic expedition for two, celebrating Earth Month and fostering a deeper connection with nature.