Cecilia Giménez, the Spanish amateur artist behind the infamous 'Monkey Christ' restoration, has died aged 94. Her botched work brought global mockery but later became a lucrative tourist attraction for her village. Discover the full story.
Cecilia Giménez, whose botched 2012 restoration of a Spanish mural became a global sensation, has died. Her 'Monkey Christ' brought unexpected tourism and funds to Borja.
Cecilia Gimenez, whose botched 2012 restoration of a Jesus fresco became a global meme known as 'Monkey Christ', has died aged 94. Her work sparked debate and unexpectedly boosted tourism in Borja, Spain.
A pioneering robotic system is revolutionising the restoration of Pompeii's ancient Roman frescoes, using AI and robotics to reassemble artefacts shattered by war and volcanic eruption.
Willow trees planted for peatland restoration on Prince William's Dartmoor estate have been deliberately poisoned with herbicide, sparking a police investigation and widespread condemnation.
A North Yorkshire family discovers the sustainable magic of lime mortar while repairing their historic home. Learn how traditional methods protect heritage buildings and why lime outperforms modern cement.
Communities across Britain are fighting to restore historic outdoor swimming pools, but funding crises and local opposition threaten the lido renaissance. Discover the stories behind these iconic facilities.
Scientists discover temporarily anaesthetising the retina can 'reboot' it to an early state, potentially curing amblyopia or 'lazy eye' in adults. A new treatment approach may be on the horizon.
Britain's oldest lido faces permanent closure just months after £9.3m restoration. Local residents say they warned trustees about flood risks but were ignored in controversial project.
Disney pledges $5 million to restore Charles White Park in Altadena after devastating wildfires. Imagineers bring magical redesign for 2026 reopening. Read more about this community initiative.
A landmark study reveals strong public support for reintroducing critically endangered wildcats to England, with mid-Devon identified as prime habitat. Discover how this could restore ecosystems.
Sir Keir Starmer's government plans to move Parliament from Westminster for 20 years in a controversial £20bn restoration. Critics warn this threatens Britain's democratic heritage.
Controversial plans to restore the crumbling Palace of Westminster are back on the table. MPs will vote on £3bn preparatory works, with full decant costing £9bn. Will MPs ever return if they leave?
A meticulously restored 1930s Queenslander on Lake Cootharaba, once rumoured to host The Rolling Stones, hits the market. This piece of Sunshine Coast history offers a unique blend of artistry and architecture.
Discover how Donald MacIntyre's pioneering work with native seeds through Emorsgate Seeds restored biodiversity across Britain. Learn about his lasting impact on conservation.
An NHS doctor shares harrowing A&E stories of patients dying in corridors as resident doctors strike over pay and conditions. Discover the crisis facing our health service.
A Manchester man's forehead doubled in size after a hair transplant, leading to hilarious online comments. See his incredible recovery journey and why he decided on the procedure.
A controversial private island in San Francisco Bay, purchased for $3.8m, is deemed an ecological 'death trap' requiring major restoration. Discover the story behind the largest environmental fine ever issued.
Groundbreaking research suggests Neanderthals didn't face true extinction but were genetically assimilated into Homo sapiens. Discover how our ancient ancestors live on in us today.
King Charles appears on Country Life celebrating his remarkable three-year restoration of Sandringham's 60-acre gardens. Discover the royal horticultural transformation.
King Charles appears on Country Life celebrating Sandringham's garden restoration. Discover the new maze, magnolia walk, and sundial garden. Read the full feature now.
At 89, UK jazz pioneer Mike Westbrook uses AI to resurrect his lost epic, The Cortège. Discover his genre-bending career from the Proms to circus collaborations.
Discover the forgotten world of stonemasonry - a centuries-old craft facing extinction despite building Britain's most iconic landmarks. Meet the craftsmen fighting to save their trade.
After decades of neglect and a monumental restoration effort, Bath's Georgian-era Cleveland Pools has triumphantly reopened as Britain's oldest lido, offering swimmers a unique heritage experience.
Britain's oldest public lido faces urgent restoration after severe flooding causes significant damage to the Grade II* listed Georgian swimming baths in Bath.
Discover how a determined couple is transforming a historic Worcestershire site into a breathtaking castle, facing unprecedented challenges in one of Channel 4's most dramatic building projects yet.
Freshwater pearl mussels, once hunted to near extinction in Britain, are making a remarkable comeback in Cumbrian rivers thanks to dedicated conservation efforts.
Discover how conservationists in Northumberland are helping wild salmon overcome man-made barriers on their epic upstream journeys with an ingenious fish ladder solution.
Marine scientists discover artificial reefs created by centuries-old shipwrecks are boosting fish populations around Britain's coast, offering new hope for sustainable fisheries.
Groundbreaking research reveals how a mysterious cellular 'potion' enables newts to regenerate their eyes, with revolutionary implications for human medicine and blindness treatment.