Scientist weeps discovering world's rarest flower
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First Kiss Happened 21.5 Million Years Ago
Oxford research reveals kissing dates back 21.5 million years and is shared with great apes. Discover the ancient origins of this romantic behaviour. Read more!
Study reveals humans and Neanderthals kissed 50,000 years ago
Groundbreaking research from Oxford and Florida Tech reveals intimate kissing between Homo sapiens and Neanderthals occurred 50,000 years ago. Discover how this ancient behaviour evolved.
Neanderthals and early humans 'kissed', study finds
A new University of Oxford study suggests Neanderthals likely kissed and shared saliva with early modern humans, reshaping our understanding of ancient intimacy.
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.
Scientist leads fight to protect sacred Pacific island
Respected ocean scientist Dr Katy Soapi helped lead a successful community campaign to protect Tetepare Island from logging, creating a model for Pacific conservation. Discover how traditional knowledge and science unite to preserve heritage.
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.
Giraffe neck evolution driven by combat, not feeding
Groundbreaking research reveals how ancient giraffe ancestors developed their extraordinary neck length through intense evolutionary combat, not just for feeding advantage.
Humpback whale's gentle remora removal stuns scientists
Exclusive underwater footage captures the extraordinary moment a humpback whale carefully removes remora fish from its body, revealing unprecedented interspecies behaviour in marine giants.
Heroic woman saves stranded shark in Cornwall rescue
In an extraordinary display of courage and compassion, a woman wades into dangerous waters to rescue a beached shark and return it safely to the ocean off Cornwall's coast.
Orcas Master Great White Shark Hunting Techniques
Marine scientists document unprecedented orca attacks on great white sharks off South African coast, revealing sophisticated hunting techniques that are reshaping the ocean's ecosystem.
Giant 20ft Shark Washes Ashore Near Inverness
A massive 20-foot basking shark has been discovered washed up on a Scottish beach, sparking scientific investigation and public fascination. The rare find offers researchers a unique opportunity to study these gentle giants of the deep.
Giant Barrel Jellyfish Swarm UK Beaches
Massive barrel jellyfish, some reaching the size of dustbin lids, are washing up on British beaches in record numbers. Marine experts explain this unusual phenomenon and what it means for UK waters.
Drone footage reveals orcas hunting great white shark
Exclusive aerial footage captures the dramatic moment a pod of killer whales strategically hunts and kills a young great white shark off South Africa's coast, revealing unprecedented hunting behaviour.
Deadly Portuguese Man O'War Alert On UK Beaches
Beachgoers across South West England issued urgent warning after multiple sightings of highly dangerous Portuguese man o'war creatures with venomous tentacles capable of causing excruciating pain and serious medical complications.
Beth Pratt's Mission to Save Yosemite Wildlife
Discover how Beth Pratt, California's unlikely wildlife champion, is leading groundbreaking conservation efforts to restore Yosemite's natural balance through innovative corridors and community engagement.
Shark Attack Warning: 3 Species Most Dangerous
Marine scientists issue urgent safety advice as research shows bull sharks, tiger sharks, and great whites are behind majority of global shark incidents. Learn how to stay safe in coastal waters.
Newt's Eye Regeneration Secret Unlocked by Scientists
Groundbreaking research reveals how a mysterious cellular 'potion' enables newts to regenerate their eyes, with revolutionary implications for human medicine and blindness treatment.
Japan discovers bizarre deep sea creatures in Ring of Fire
Scientists exploring Japan's deep ocean trenches have uncovered astonishing new species thriving in one of the planet's most extreme environments - the volatile Ring of Fire.
Dolphins developing Alzheimer's from pollution
Groundbreaking Scottish research reveals dolphins are showing clear signs of Alzheimer's disease linked to toxic pollution in coastal waters, raising urgent environmental concerns.
Science Reveals How Leopards Get Their Spots
Groundbreaking research from the University of Edinburgh reveals how Turing patterns create nature's most stunning designs, from big cat coats to seashell spirals.
Why most animals aren't hermaphrodites
Exploring the evolutionary mystery of why separate sexes dominate the animal kingdom, from genetic advantages to reproductive strategies that shaped life on Earth.
The Real Reason We Yawn: Brain Cooling System
Groundbreaking research reveals the surprising truth behind yawning - it's not about oxygen levels but rather your brain's sophisticated cooling system at work.
Hair Reveals Your Secrets: Scientists Decode Lifestyle from Strands
Groundbreaking research reveals how human hair creates a chemical diary of our daily lives, exposing everything from diet to travel history through isotopic signatures.
Wildlife detectives hunt for missing rare animal with cameras
Wildlife experts have launched a major investigation after a rare and elusive mammal disappeared from its woodland home, deploying hidden cameras and tracking technology to solve the mystery.
'Harmless' shark species kills snorkeler in scientific first
Marine biologists issue urgent warning after previously docile shark species kills snorkeler in unprecedented attack, rewriting what we know about marine predator behaviour.
Stingray's mysterious pregnancy baffles scientists
A female stingray in a North Carolina aquarium has become pregnant despite no male ray contact for eight years, sparking scientific mystery and global fascination.
Genetic Engineering: The New Frontier in Wildlife Conservation
Conservationists are turning to radical genetic engineering techniques to save wild animals from extinction. Explore the ethical dilemmas and scientific breakthroughs shaping the future of wildlife preservation.
David Edwards: Guardian of Britain's Ancient Forests
Tribute to environmental champion David Edwards, whose groundbreaking research and passionate advocacy transformed forest conservation policies across the UK and beyond.
Sea Cucumber Invasion Transforms Oregon Coastline
Extraordinary marine event sees Oregon's coastal waters turn into a sea cucumber paradise, baffling scientists and delighting beachgoers with this rare natural spectacle.
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