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.
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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.
Orca pod sinks 50-foot yacht in Strait of Gibraltar
A pod of orcas has attacked and sunk a 15-metre yacht in the Strait of Gibraltar, the latest in a string of mysterious encounters between the intelligent mammals and vessels in the region.
Killer Whale Warning After Pod Sinks 50ft Yacht
Marine experts issue urgent warning to sailors after a pod of aggressive orcas rams and sinks a 50ft yacht in the Strait of Gibraltar. The latest in a series of alarming encounters between killer whales and vessels in the region.
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,
Killer Whales Force Sailors to Stay in Port in Spain
Mariners along Spain's coast are facing a new and terrifying threat as pods of aggressive killer whales have shifted their attacks from deep waters into shockingly shallow bays, prompting urgent safety warnings to avoid sailing altogether.
Newcastle's Port Stephens Braces for Massive Offshore Wind Farm
A contentious proposal for a colossal offshore wind farm near Newcastle is igniting a fierce battle between Australia's green energy ambitions and the future of Port Stephens' iconic tourism industry and marine life.
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.
Orcas Drown Humpback Whale in Rare Antarctic Hunt
In a brutal display of nature's raw power, a pod of killer whales has been filmed systematically drowning a humpback whale near the Antarctic Peninsula. Exclusive footage reveals the coordinated attack strategy of these apex predators.
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.
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