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Rare 1933 penny could sell for £5 million

A rare 1933 penny, one of only four in existence, is set to sell for a staggering £5 million. Discover the fascinating history behind Britain's most sought-after coin.

Trump's meme coin surges 50% amid crypto frenzy

Former US President Donald Trump's meme-inspired cryptocurrency, TrumpCoin, surged by 50% following a social media frenzy involving Elon Musk and Dogecoin. Discover how political influence is reshaping crypto markets.

Rare Beatrix Potter 50p Coins Worth £1,500

Discover the hidden treasures in your pocket as rare Beatrix Potter 50p coins fetch up to £1,500. Learn which designs are the most valuable and how to spot them.

Rare 300-year-old coin found in UK garden

A baffling historical discovery has been made by a man digging in his garden—a rare 17th-century coin that has left historians scratching their heads.

Ancient shipwreck found in Orkney waters

Archaeologists have discovered a centuries-old shipwreck off the coast of Sanday in Orkney, shedding new light on Scotland's rich maritime history. The remarkably preserved vessel offers clues to ancient trade routes and shipbuilding techniques.

Mystery of Earth's ancient snowball phase solved

Scientists may have finally uncovered the reason behind Earth's most extreme ice age, when the planet was entirely frozen over 700 million years ago. New research sheds light on this dramatic climatic event.

Toumai Skull: The Fossil That Divided Science

A gripping tale of scientific rivalry, disputed fossils, and the quest to uncover the truth about human evolution. Dive into the mystery of Toumai and the bitter feud it sparked.

Ancient Egyptian Wizard Doctor's Tomb Discovered

Archaeologists have uncovered the lost tomb of an ancient Egyptian 'wizard doctor' who used magic and medicine to heal the sick over 4,400 years ago. The discovery sheds light on the mysterious practices of early healers.

Europe's oldest lakeside village found in Albania

Archaeologists have discovered what may be Europe's oldest lakeside settlement in Albania, dating back 8,000 years. The findings at Lake Ohrid rewrite early human history in the region.

Robin Hood's Major Oak threatened by climate change

The legendary Major Oak in Sherwood Forest, linked to Robin Hood, is under threat due to climate change, warns the RSPB. Rising temperatures and extreme weather could endanger this ancient natural landmark.

Archaeologist Brian Fagan dies aged 89

Celebrated archaeologist and author Brian Fagan, whose works brought ancient civilisations to life for millions, has died aged 89. A tribute to his groundbreaking career.

Bizarre medieval remedies that still work

From ground-up mummies to urine mouthwash, discover the weirdest medieval medicines that were once mainstream – and a few surprising remedies that still hold up today.

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