400 historic shoes found on Welsh beaches
Over 400 old shoes excavated from Vale of Glamorgan beaches. Theories link them to a 19th-century shipwreck or Bridgend's shoemaking past. Join the restoration effort.
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Ancient shoes from shipwreck found on Welsh coast
Volunteers in Wales uncover hundreds of historic leather shoes, believed to be from a 150-year-old Italian shipwreck. Discover the fascinating theories behind this maritime mystery.
Marathon des Sables: Surviving the Sahara's 47C Heat
A first-hand account of the gruelling 120km Marathon des Sables in Morocco, where temperatures hit 47°C and survival depends on every gram in your pack. Discover the ultimate test of endurance.
Edmund Fitzgerald relics sell for $150,000 at auction
A life ring and lifeboat piece from the famous Great Lakes shipwreck, the Edmund Fitzgerald, have sold for $150,000 at a Detroit auction. Discover the story behind these poignant artefacts.
UK Stars Lead New Global Fitness League Finals
A new elite fitness competition, the World Fitness Project, holds its inaugural finals in Copenhagen. British athletes Aimee Cringle and Lucy Campbell are top contenders for the title.
Joe MacInnis: Canada's Ocean Exploration Pioneer
Dr Joe MacInnis, the Canadian physician turned deep-sea explorer, led groundbreaking missions to the Titanic and Cold War wrecks. Discover his legacy of leadership and conservation.
Family history tied to Norfolk's Yankee shipwreck
A journey to Blakeney Point reveals a decaying steamer, the Yankee, and a poignant link to a great-great-grandfather's maritime legacy in Norfolk. Discover the intertwining of family history and natural reclamation.
First artefacts recovered from San José shipwreck
Colombian scientists retrieve first objects from the legendary San José galleon, the 'Holy Grail of shipwrecks', sunk in 1708 with treasure worth an estimated $20 billion.
Man Tests 50K Steps vs 50Km Hike vs 5K Calorie Burn
Fitness influencer Sam Culley embarked on an epic endurance challenge to discover whether walking 50,000 steps, hiking 50km, or burning 5,000 calories was toughest. Discover his surprising results.
Irish labourer buried alive for 61 days in 1968
In 1968, Irish labourer Mick Meaney spent 61 days buried alive in a coffin attempting to break a world record. Discover the forgotten story of endurance and betrayal. Watch the documentary on TG4.
Ultrarunner Jennings breaks 100-mile world record
Donegal's Caitriona Jennings breaks women's 100-mile world record in 12:37:04, revealing how ultrarunning brings 'huge sense of achievement' and encouraging more women to try extreme distances.
Musician plays trumpet for 25 hours non-stop
A determined musician achieved a remarkable endurance feat by playing the trumpet continuously for 25 hours. Discover how he pushed through physical and mental barriers in this incredible story of musical perseverance.
42 migrants dead after boat capsizes off Libya
At least 42 migrants are presumed dead after their boat capsized off Libya. Seven survivors were found after six days at sea. Read more on the Central Mediterranean crisis.
The Mountain Goats: Shipwreck Songs Masterpiece
John Darnielle delivers another lyrical masterpiece with The Mountain Goats' latest album 'Through This Fire', exploring maritime disasters and human resilience in his signature storytelling style.
Buddy Franklin: Marathon Tougher Than AFL Career
Sydney Swans superstar Lance 'Buddy' Franklin opens up about his latest sporting challenge, declaring it the toughest endeavour of his entire career - and it's not on the football field.
Jenson Button announces retirement from professional racing
Former F1 World Champion Jenson Button confirms his retirement from professional motorsport following the 2024 World Endurance Championship season finale in Bahrain, ending his illustrious 25-year career.
Century-old shipwreck mystery unearthed on Victorian beach
Maritime archaeologists are investigating a mysterious shipwreck that emerged on a Victorian beach, believed to have lain hidden for over a century after being revealed by recent wild weather.
Button's WEC title dream ends in Bahrain heartbreak
Former F1 champion Jenson Button and his JOTA team suffer heartbreak as mechanical failure denies them World Endurance Championship glory in season finale.
Sara Cox's Marathon feat with Dwayne Johnson's support
BBC Radio 2 presenter Sara Cox completes London Marathon while Hollywood star Dwayne Johnson champions children's participation in endurance events for character development.
74-Year-Old's 51-Year NYC Marathon Streak Continues
At 74 years young, Dave Obelkevich has achieved what most runners can only dream of - completing all 51 New York City Marathons. Discover the incredible story behind the longest consecutive running streak in the event's history.
Jenson Button announces racing comeback for Le Mans bid
2009 F1 World Champion Jenson Button confirms dramatic comeback to professional racing with full-time WEC drive and ambitious Le Mans 24 Hours campaign for 2025 season.
French cyclist details Russian prison ordeal
Professional cyclist Sofiane Sehili reveals shocking details of his 10-day imprisonment in Russia after border dispute during global tour. Read his incredible survival story.
Cyclist turns prison ordeal into record-breaking triumph
Endurance cyclist Sofiane Sehili transforms Russian imprisonment into motivation, shattering records in Britain's most demanding cycling events with remarkable resilience.
HYROX Training Secrets For Record Times
Discover the ultimate training blueprint to dominate your next HYROX competition. From strategic workout splits to recovery protocols, learn how elite athletes achieve record-breaking times in the fitness race phenomenon.
HYROX: The Fitness Race Revolution Sweeping Britain
Discover HYROX - the revolutionary fitness competition combining running and functional exercises that's taking the UK by storm. Learn what makes this race different and why everyone's talking about it.
Hauser and Tertsch Crowned World Triathlon Champions
In a spectacular showdown at the World Triathlon Championships, Australia's Matt Hauser powered to victory while Germany's Lisa Tertsch dominated the women's race in a day of thrilling endurance sport action.
British duo complete brutal Pacific row after 6 months
Two British adventurers complete gruelling 6-month Pacific row from South America to Australia, facing brutal final hours in their record-breaking journey across the world's largest ocean.
British rowers near end of epic Pacific crossing to Australia
Two British rowers, Justin Rowe and James Payne, are approaching the final stretch of their record-breaking 9,000-mile Pacific crossing from Peru to Australia after nearly six months at sea.
Shackleton's Endurance Exhibition Captivates London Visitors
The remarkable story of Sir Ernest Shackleton's ill-fated Antarctic expedition comes to life in London as visitors flock to see artefacts from the recently discovered Endurance wreck.
Lucy Charles-Barclay wins Ironman World Championship
British triathlete Lucy Charles-Barclay finally conquers the Ironman World Championship in Hawaii, ending her run of four second-place finishes with a dominant performance on the Big Island.
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