Ancient Devon wetland threatened by housing developers
A 2000-year-old wetland ecosystem in Devon is under immediate threat from housing developers who claim government planning blockages justify destroying protected environmental sites.
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Gaza's ancient history systematically destroyed in conflict
Exclusive investigation reveals the catastrophic loss of Gaza's priceless archaeological heritage, from Bronze Age settlements to Roman ruins, as modern conflict erases millennia of human history.
Coral reefs approach climate tipping point
New scientific research reveals coral reefs are approaching a critical climate threshold that could trigger irreversible damage to marine ecosystems worldwide.
Earth lost 20% of rivers and lakes since 1999
Shocking new research shows our planet's vital freshwater ecosystems are vanishing at an alarming rate, with devastating consequences for wildlife and climate.
Ying Ang's stunning mushroom photography reveals nature's secrets
Explore the captivating world of fungi through Ying Ang's lens in 'Fruiting Bodies' - a stunning photographic series that transforms ordinary mushrooms into extraordinary works of art, revealing the intricate beauty of nature's most mysterious organisms.
Earth's largest ocean current slowing - climate warning
Groundbreaking research reveals the Antarctic Circumpolar Current, Earth's most powerful ocean flow, is slowing dramatically due to climate change, threatening global climate patterns and marine ecosystems.
NZ oceans warming 34% faster than global average
Exclusive analysis reveals New Zealand's marine waters are warming dramatically faster than worldwide trends, threatening marine ecosystems and coastal communities with severe consequences.
California's Last Glaciers Face Extinction in Sierra Nevada
New scientific analysis reveals California's remaining glaciers in the Sierra Nevada mountains are vanishing at unprecedented rates, with some expected to disappear completely within years rather than decades.
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.
Britain's Mighty Minnow: The Tiny Fish Surviving Against Odds
Discover the extraordinary survival story of Britain's smallest freshwater fish, the nine-spined stickleback, and why this tiny creature matters more than you think.
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.
Why Rotten Fruit is a Forager's Prized Treasure
A Country Diary exploration into the vital ecological role of overripe, decaying fruit in sustaining Britain's wildlife through the autumn and winter months.
UK's Marine Sanctuaries Ravaged by Bottom Trawling
Exclusive investigation reveals how destructive bottom trawling fleets are operating with impunity in Britain's protected marine zones, demolishing seabed ecosystems and undermining conservation efforts.
Moon Tides Hack: UK's Radical Plan to Save Sparrow
Facing a catastrophic population crash, British conservationists are deploying a daring, nature-based hack using the moon's gravitational pull to rescue the iconic saltmarsh sparrow from rising sea levels. This groundbreaking project could rewrite the fut
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,
Acidic Oceans Eroding Shark Teeth, Study Reveals
New scientific research reveals a hidden crisis as rising CO2 levels are acidifying our oceans, causing significant damage to shark teeth and threatening their ability to hunt and feed effectively.
Ocean Acidification Weakening Shark Teeth, Study Finds
Groundbreaking UK research reveals that ocean acidification, driven by climate change, is weakening shark teeth and denticles, posing a severe threat to their survival and the health of marine ecosystems.
Lost Maya Megalopolis & Superhighways Discovered in Jungle
A groundbreaking LiDAR survey has revealed a sprawling, interconnected network of nearly 1,000 Maya settlements, including 417 cities, linked by 110 miles of ancient superhighways. This discovery in northern Guatemala rewrites the history of the ancient c
Professor Christopher Rowe, Renowned Classicist, Dies at 81
Tributes pour in for Professor Christopher Rowe, the influential Cambridge scholar whose groundbreaking translations of Plato and Aristotle shaped classical studies for generations.
Ancient Christian cross unearthed in Abu Dhabi sands
Archaeologists in Abu Dhabi have discovered a stunning 1,400-year-old Christian cross, providing the earliest evidence of a long-lost Nestorian Christian community on the islands of the UAE.
Neanderthal-Human Mating Rewrites History 250,000 Years Back
Groundbreaking DNA analysis reveals our human ancestors interbred with Neanderthals a staggering 250,000 years ago, forcing a complete rethink of our evolutionary timeline and the resilience of Neanderthal DNA in modern humans.
Ancient Crucifixion Cross With Mystery Text Found In Desert
A 1,500-year-old lead cross, depicting Christ's crucifixion and bearing a cryptic Greek inscription, has been discovered by a hiker in the remote Israeli desert, leaving archaeologists baffled.
Lost Ancient City Discovered in Amazon Jungle
Archaeologists have made a staggering discovery in the Colombian Amazon, unearthing a vast ancient city complete with mysterious earthworks and a network of roads, challenging everything we thought we knew about pre-Hispanic civilisations.
Earliest written reference to Moses found in Egypt
A groundbreaking discovery in Egypt has uncovered the oldest written reference to Moses, shedding new light on biblical history and archaeology.
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.
Archaeologists uncover apostles' birthplace in Israel
Groundbreaking discovery in Israel as archaeologists unearth the ancient village believed to be the birthplace of Jesus' apostles Peter, Andrew, and Philip, aligning with biblical accounts.
Alaska's Tongass Forest gets permanent protection
The Biden administration has finalised protections for Alaska's Tongass National Forest, safeguarding millions of acres of ancient trees and vital ecosystems from logging and development.
DNA marker rewrites history of human migration to Americas
Groundbreaking DNA evidence challenges long-held theories about the first humans to settle in the Americas, revealing a far more complex migration story than previously believed.
23,000-year-old footprints rewrite North American history
New research reveals 23,000-year-old human footprints in New Mexico, challenging previous theories about when humans first arrived in North America.
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