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New Book Shows Black Picts in Ancient Scotland

A new children's book funded by Scottish heritage groups depicts the ancient Picts as a multicultural society, including black villagers, sparking conversation about diversity in historical narratives.

BBC's banned nuclear war drama director dies at 90

Discover the untold story of 'The War Game', the groundbreaking BBC drama so horrifyingly realistic about nuclear attack consequences that it was banned for 20 years, as its director passes away aged 90.

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.

Britain's Deadliest Critters Revealed

Experts uncover the surprising dangers posed by Britain's smallest creatures, from toxic caterpillars to disease-carrying ticks. Discover which common insects pose the biggest threat to your health.

Britain to feel like Barcelona by 2050

Groundbreaking Met Office research exposes how climate change will transform Britain's weather patterns, with southern England facing temperatures matching southern Spain within decades.

The Golden Age of 1950s Britain Revealed

Rediscover the magic of 1950s Britain - from post-war optimism to cultural revolutions that shaped modern society. A nostalgic journey through food, fashion and family life.

Karnak Temple's 4,000-year secret revealed

Groundbreaking archaeological research uncovers the true purpose behind Egypt's magnificent Karnak Temple complex, revealing it was dedicated to the supreme god Amun-Ra as a monumental power centre.

Submerged Stone Circle Discovered in Cumbrian Lake

Archaeologists uncover an extraordinary prehistoric stone circle lying 20 feet below the surface of a Cumbrian lake, rewriting our understanding of ancient Britain's relationship with water and climate change.

Chilean Mummies Predate Egypt's by 1,000 Years

Groundbreaking archaeological research reveals the Chinchorro people of Chile created the world's first mummies using sophisticated smoke-drying techniques a millennium before ancient Egyptians.

Emma Raducanu withdraws from Billie Jean King Cup

British tennis star Emma Raducanu has pulled out of the upcoming Billie Jean King Cup finals in Seville, citing a minor wrist injury. Her absence is a significant setback for the British team's hopes in the prestigious international competition.

Biblical-Era Weapon Factory Discovered in Israel

A stunning archaeological discovery in Israel's Jordan Valley has uncovered a 'flint blade factory' dating back to the early Biblical era. Experts reveal this site, active 3,000 years ago, produced deadly stone weapons potentially used by the Israelites,

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