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Largest Roman Villa in Wales Discovered in Port Talbot

Archaeologists have uncovered the largest Roman villa ever found in Wales, dubbing it 'Port Talbot's Pompeii'. The 4th-century complex, discovered using radar, promises to rewrite the history of Roman Britain.

Major Roman Industrial Hub Discovered in Sunderland

Archaeologists uncover a massive Roman manufacturing site in Sunderland, with over 800 whetstones found. This landmark discovery reshapes the history of industry in northern England. Watch the full story on BBC's Digging for Britain.

Libya's £5.1bn Man-Made River Expansion

Libya's colossal Great Man-Made River, a 1,750-mile engineering marvel, is set for a major £5.1bn expansion to tackle water scarcity. Discover the project hailed as the 'eighth wonder of the world'.

Australia's 'Impossible' Wave Baffles Scientists

Surfers uncover a bizarre 'wave that shouldn't exist' off Australia's coast, creating a 40-metre pillar of water. Experts are stumped by the unique phenomenon. Discover the footage that's stunned the internet.

Japan's £5.3bn Double-Decker Bridge Soars Into Sky

Discover the Seto Ohashi Bridge, a £5.3bn engineering feat connecting Japan's islands. Spanning 13.1km, it slashed travel times and offers stunning tourist views. Explore its history and how to visit.

UK's Top 20 Engineering Feats Ranked in New Poll

From the London Underground to the World Wide Web, discover the UK's most impressive engineering feats in a new ranking. 94% of Brits take pride in this heritage. Explore the full list and insights.

World's tallest bridge cuts 2-hour trip to 2 minutes

China's Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge, the world's highest at 625m, has opened. It reduces a two-hour journey to two minutes and features glass walkways and bungee jumping. Discover this engineering marvel.

Area 51 Scientist's Deathbed Alien Confession

Boyd Bushman, a senior Lockheed Martin scientist, claimed on his deathbed to have worked with extraterrestrials at Area 51. Discover his staggering revelations and evidence.

Roman volcanic materials built 2000-year temple

A new study uncovers how Roman engineers used volcanic materials to construct the Temple of Venus, making it withstand geological forces for nearly two millennia. Discover the secrets of ancient innovation.

Sealed Roman sarcophagus discovered in Budapest

Archaeologists uncover pristine 1,700-year-old Roman sarcophagus containing young woman's remains and artefacts in Budapest. Discover the remarkable find revealing ancient burial customs.

Sealed Roman sarcophagus discovered in Budapest

Archaeologists uncover pristine Roman-era sarcophagus containing young woman's remains and artefacts in Budapest. Discover the remarkable findings from this 1,700-year-old burial site.

Sealed Roman sarcophagus found in Budapest

Archaeologists in Budapest uncover a pristine 1,700-year-old Roman sarcophagus, revealing the skeleton of a young woman and artefacts offering a glimpse into ancient life. Discover the story.

Corbridge: UK's Hidden Roman Gem in Northumberland

Explore Corbridge, a stunning Northumberland village that was the Roman Empire's northernmost town. Discover ancient history, independent shops, and foodie delights for the perfect day out.

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