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National Geographic has laid off all of its staff writers, including award-winning journalists, as part of ongoing job reductions. The magazine, owned by the Walt Disney Co., has seen a series of cuts in recent years, including the layoff of six top editors in 2022. The iconic publication, known for its in-depth articles and stunning photography, had over 12 million U.S. subscribers in the 1980s but now has less than 2 million.
National Geographic magazine has laid off its last remaining staff writers, as parent company Walt Disney Co. continues to make cuts across its divisions. The magazine, which will continue to publish monthly issues, stated that the staffing changes will not negatively impact the quality of their storytelling and will provide more flexibility to tell different stories across various platforms. The news of the layoffs was initially reported on Twitter by departing staff writers, despite the magazine initially denying any changes.