Ancient Boy Survived Lion Attack Thanks to Community Care
A new study reveals a teenage boy from 6,000 years ago survived a lion attack in Bulgaria for months, highlighting early human compassion and social care. Discover the incredible story.
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Prehistoric Teen Survived Lion Attack, Study Finds
Archaeologists reveal a teenage boy from 6,000 years ago survived a lion mauling for months, offering profound insights into Neolithic social care and community support in ancient Bulgaria.
Largest spider web found in European cave
Scientists uncover a 106-square-metre communal web housing over 100,000 spiders in a sulphur cave. Discover the extraordinary cross-border find and its unique ecosystem.
Lost Prehistoric Monument Found Near Stonehenge
Archaeologists confirm a massive ring of pits near Stonehenge is Britain's largest prehistoric structure, revealing new insights into Neolithic society. Explore the discovery.
First Live-Action Spider-Man Actor Danny Seagren Dies
Danny Seagren, the first actor to play Spider-Man in live-action on The Electric Company and a Sesame Street puppeteer, has passed away aged 81. Read our tribute to his incredible career.
Neanderthal cannibalism targeted women and children
A chilling study reveals Neanderthals practised 'selective cannibalism' on female outsiders in a Belgian cave 40,000 years ago. Discover the grim details of this prehistoric survival strategy.
Prehistoric chewing gum reveals ancient DNA
Archaeologists discover 10,500-year-old birch tar chewed by brown-eyed teenager in Estonia, rewriting our understanding of Stone Age life through DNA analysis.
Prehistoric Canoe Parking Lot Found in US Lake
Archaeologists uncover 16 ancient canoes in Lake Mendota, revealing a 5,200-year-old communal sharing system similar to modern bike rentals. Discover the fascinating story.
Ancient Woolly Mammoth RNA Reveals Ice Age Secrets
Scientists decode 39,000-year-old RNA from a woolly mammoth, revealing its final moments. Discover how this breakthrough reshapes our understanding of prehistoric life.
Ancient mammoth RNA breakthrough could aid de-extinction
Scientists extract world's oldest RNA from 40,000-year-old woolly mammoth, revealing new biological insights that could help bring extinct species back to life. Discover how this breakthrough transforms our understanding of prehistoric genetics.
Huntsman spider found in school bananas in Cambridgeshire
A giant huntsman spider was discovered in a box of bananas at a school in Ramsey, Cambridgeshire. The spider travelled over 3,000 miles from the Ivory Coast. Discover the full story and public reaction.
Ancient log boats discovered after 3,500 years in mud
Three rare Bronze and Iron Age log boats, preserved in mud for over 3,000 years, are now on public display at Flag Fen, revealing unique insights into prehistoric life and transport.
Ancient UK Monument Pre-Dates Stonehenge
Discover the Rollright Stones, a prehistoric site in the Cotswolds older than Stonehenge. Plan your visit to this magical, award-winning historic gem today.
Ancient UK Monument Older Than Stonehenge Revealed
Discover the Rollright Stones, a prehistoric marvel in the Cotswolds older than Stonehenge. Plan your visit to this magical, award-winning historic site today.
Ancient Welsh cave art rewrites human history
Groundbreaking archaeological find in Welsh caves reveals sophisticated 15,000-year-old artwork, forcing scientists to completely reconsider the timeline of human creativity and settlement in Britain.
Giraffe neck evolution driven by combat, not feeding
Groundbreaking research reveals how ancient giraffe ancestors developed their extraordinary neck length through intense evolutionary combat, not just for feeding advantage.
World's Largest Spider Web Discovered in UK Cave
Scientists uncover an extraordinary cave spider web spanning multiple square metres in a British cave, revealing new insights about these fascinating arachnids and their remarkable engineering capabilities.
Dartmoor Stones Reveal Britain's Oldest Bridge
Revolutionary archaeological research from University of Exeter uncovers evidence of UK's oldest bridge hidden within Dartmoor's mysterious stone rows, rewriting British prehistory.
T-Rex's Pygmy Cousin Discovered: New Dinosaur Species
Groundbreaking fossil discovery reveals Tyrannosaurus mcraeensis, a smaller prehistoric predator that roamed North America millions of years before T-Rex, challenging everything we thought we knew about dinosaur evolution.
Prehistoric Mosquito Larva Found in 100-Million-Year-Old Amber
Scientists uncover an extraordinary fossil revealing a mosquito larva perfectly preserved in Cretaceous-era amber, offering unprecedented insights into ancient insect evolution.
Spiders Fleeing UK Homes: Weather Phenomenon Explained
Experts reveal why Britain's spider population is suddenly seeking shelter in your home - and it's not what you think. Discover the weather patterns triggering this autumn invasion.
Asteroid winter, not impact, killed dinosaurs - study
Groundbreaking study confirms it wasn't the initial asteroid impact but the resulting global winter that sealed dinosaurs' fate 66 million years ago.
Perfect dinosaur egg with embryo found in Argentina
Groundbreaking paleontological find in Argentina uncovers perfectly preserved dinosaur egg containing complete embryo, offering unprecedented insights into prehistoric life.
Giant Fishing Spider Devours Fish in UK Garden Pond
A homeowner's garden pond in the UK became the stage for a remarkable natural spectacle when a massive spider was caught on camera catching and devouring fish.
Ice Age Snow Sloths: Prehistoric Secrets Uncovered
Groundbreaking research reveals how Ice Age snow sloths survived harsh climates and why their extinction holds crucial lessons about climate change and modern conservation efforts.
Perfect dinosaur footprints found in Oxfordshire quarry
Spectacular 166-million-year-old dinosaur footprints, described as 'the most detailed ever found in the UK', have been discovered in a working Oxfordshire quarry, offering unprecedented insights into Middle Jurassic life.
Namibia recovers stolen fossils in global operation
Namibia's National Museum launches major international operation to reclaim stolen prehistoric fossils, exposing global black market in rare palaeontological specimens.
Spectacular Dinosaur Footprints Found in Scottish Quarry
A stunning collection of prehistoric dinosaur footprints has been discovered in a Scottish quarry, offering an unprecedented window into life during the Middle Jurassic period 170 million years ago.
Giant Neanderthal Skeleton Discovered in Spain
Archaeologists uncover colossal 200,000-year-old Neanderthal skeleton in Spain, revealing surprising new insights about our ancient cousins' physical stature and evolution.
11,000-Year-Old Teeth Reveal Neolithic Dentistry
Groundbreaking archaeological discovery in Syria shows early humans performed sophisticated dental procedures millennia before modern dentistry emerged.
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