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Dolphin Attacks on Swimmers Spike: UK Safety Warning

Marine experts issue urgent warnings as normally placid dolphins commit a series of vicious, unprovoked assaults on swimmers along British coastlines. The disturbing trend leaves scientists baffled and authorities urging caution.

UK Whale & Dolphin Strandings Surge 15-Fold

Exclusive report reveals a shocking 15-fold surge in whale, dolphin, and porpoise strandings across the UK since 1913. Scientists point to human activity, including naval sonar and fishing, as a primary cause, demanding urgent government action.

20% Surge in Whale Strandings on Scotland's Coast

Exclusive: Scotland's coastline faces an ecological emergency as recorded strandings of whales, dolphins, and porpoises surge by 20% in a single year. Experts point to climate change, underwater noise, and fishing gear as potential culprits in this distur

Prehistoric whale species discovered in Australia

Scientists in Australia have discovered a prehistoric whale species, shedding new light on the evolution of marine mammals. The fossil could reshape our understanding of ancient oceans.

When scorpions grew as big as dogs

Discover how prehistoric scorpions grew to terrifying sizes due to extreme CO₂ levels, and what it tells us about our planet's climate history.

Fossil reveals Patrick Star-like creature from 100M years ago

Palaeontologists have uncovered a fascinating fossil of an ancient sea creature that bears a striking resemblance to SpongeBob SquarePants' best friend, Patrick Star. The 100-million-year-old discovery sheds light on prehistoric marine life.

Ancient reindeer hunting traps found in Norway

Archaeologists in Norway have discovered ancient hunting traps used by early humans to hunt reindeer, shedding light on survival strategies in the Arctic over 1,000 years ago.

Beaked whales strand in Ireland, Orkney, Netherlands

A series of unexplained strandings of beaked whales across Western Ireland, Orkney, and the Netherlands has left marine biologists baffled. Experts investigate potential causes, including naval exercises and climate change.

Neanderthals ate maggots as nutritious food

New research suggests Neanderthals may have deliberately consumed maggots as a protein-rich food source, challenging our perceptions of their dietary habits.

Giant prehistoric tooth found on UK beach

A woman walking along a UK beach made a jaw-dropping discovery: a massive fossilised tooth from a prehistoric predator, sparking excitement among palaeontologists.

Pterosaur fossil reveals prehistoric diet secrets

A newly discovered pterosaur fossil in China offers groundbreaking insights into the dietary habits of these ancient flying reptiles, reshaping our understanding of prehistoric ecosystems.

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