First Ever Sighting of Elusive Ginkgo-Toothed Whale
Scientists achieve a world-first sighting of the elusive ginkgo-toothed beaked whale off Mexico's coast, a species previously known only from dead specimens. Discover the breakthrough.
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Seal leaps onto boat to escape hunting orcas near Seattle
Incredible footage shows a harbour seal cheating death by jumping onto a boat to escape a pod of hunting killer whales in Washington's Salish Sea. Watch the dramatic rescue.
Seal escapes killer whales by jumping onto boat
Incredible footage shows a terrified seal leaping onto a boat to escape pursuing killer whales. Watch the dramatic marine survival story unfold.
Seal escapes killer whales by jumping on boat
A seal dramatically evaded a pod of hunting killer whales by leaping onto a photographer's boat in the Salish Sea. Watch the incredible survival story unfold.
Scientists decode complex sperm whale language
Groundbreaking research reveals sperm whales communicate using vowel-like sounds and grammatical rules, mirroring human speech. Discover the secrets of their underwater social language.
Two Orcas Missing After Controversial Russian Release
Two killer whales have vanished after being deliberately released from a controversial whale jail in Russia, with experts fearing they may not have survived the ordeal.
Whales' DNA Secret Could Extend Human Lifespan
Groundbreaking research reveals how bowhead whales live for over 200 years by repairing damaged DNA - a discovery that could revolutionise human ageing and cancer treatments.
Egypt's 'Area 51': Colossal T-Shaped Labyrinth Found
Groundbreaking archaeological discovery reveals a massive T-shaped underground structure in Egypt, drawing comparisons to secret military bases and ancient mysteries.
Right Whale Population Increases After 14-Year Decline
In a remarkable conservation breakthrough, scientists report the critically endangered North Atlantic right whale population has increased for the first time since 2011, offering new hope for the species' survival.
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.
Mass Orca Stranding in Argentina Claims 17 Lives
Scientists investigate the tragic mass stranding of 17 orcas on Argentine coast in one of the largest such events involving the species ever recorded.
Orca reproduction crisis: Scientists reveal shocking cause
Groundbreaking research from the University of Washington uncovers why endangered orcas are struggling to reproduce, with startling implications for marine conservation.
Family survives hour-long orca attack on sailboat
A British family's sailing holiday turned into a nightmare when a pod of aggressive orcas repeatedly attacked their vessel off the coast of Morocco, in a terrifying encounter that lasted nearly an hour.
Marineland's beluga whales face mass relocation
Exclusive: Ontario's troubled marine park faces catastrophic blow as over dozen beluga whales face relocation amid mounting animal welfare concerns and financial pressures.
Theme Park May Euthanise 30 Beluga Whales
A desperate marine park faces an unimaginable choice - euthanise 30 magnificent beluga whales or secure their transfer to China as international regulations threaten their survival.
Canada orders Marineland to relocate beluga whales
In an unprecedented animal welfare case, Canadian authorities have ordered Marineland to transfer its remaining beluga whales to new facilities, marking a significant victory for wildlife protection advocates.
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.
Whale populations surge as New York shipping traffic declines
A dramatic reduction in vessel traffic around New York has led to an unprecedented comeback for whales, with scientists reporting a significant drop in underwater noise pollution.
Orcas Launch Terrifying 45-Minute Attack on Sailboat Off Portugal
A British couple's sailing holiday turned into a nightmare as a pod of orcas launched a sustained, aggressive assault on their 40ft yacht near the Iberian Peninsula, causing catastrophic damage and forcing a mayday call.
Orcas Sink Luxury Yacht in Coordinated Attack Off Portugal
A pod of killer whales has sunk a 50ft sailing yacht in a coordinated attack near Gibraltar, marking the latest incident in a mysterious series of orca assaults on vessels in the region.
Orcas Attack and Damage Yacht Off Portuguese Coast
A pod of aggressive orcas has attacked and damaged a sailing yacht in the Strait of Gibraltar, marking the latest in a series of concerning encounters between killer whales and vessels in the region.
Orcas Ram Yacht Off Portuguese Coast in Dramatic Attack
A pod of orcas has targeted a sailing yacht near the coast of Portugal, ramming the vessel's hull repeatedly in a startling encounter that left the crew shaken but unharmed. The latest incident adds to a growing pattern of mysterious interactions between
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.
Orcas Sink Yacht in Dramatic 45-Minute Attack Off Portugal
A pod of orcas has sunk a sailing yacht after a prolonged 45-minute attack near the coast of Portugal, the latest in a series of concerning encounters between whales and vessels in the region.
Scientists Reveal Why Killer Whales Are Attacking Boats
Marine biologists unravel the shocking mystery behind a new wave of aggressive orca encounters off the coasts of Spain and Portugal, tracing the behaviour to a single, traumatised matriarch.
Newborn orca calf brings hope for endangered population
A new calf has been spotted swimming with the critically endangered J Pod of Southern Resident killer whales off Washington State, offering a glimmer of hope for the struggling population.
Orcas Sink Tourist Boat in Terrifying Strait Attack
Dramatic footage captures the shocking moment a pod of orcas deliberately rams and sinks a 50-foot tourist vessel in the Gibraltar Strait, raising concerns about increasing marine encounters.
John Bishop Exposes Distressing Plight of Captive Beluga Whales
Comedian John Bishop uncovers the distressing plight of Little Grey and Little White, two beluga whales confined to tiny pools at a Chinese aquarium, sparking outrage and calls for action from marine life experts.
James Whales leaves TalkTV after terminal cancer diagnosis
Veteran broadcaster James Whales announces his immediate departure from TalkTV after revealing a terminal cancer diagnosis, sharing his heartbreaking final message with listeners.
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