Scientist weeps discovering world's rarest flower
An Oxford biologist's emotional discovery of the ultra-rare Rafflesia hasseltii in tiger-patrolled jungles. Witness the conservation breakthrough that moved scientists to tears.
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Man dies from severe constipation, lawsuit claims
James Stewart, 41, died from severe constipation after not defecating for a month. His family has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the group home, alleging neglect.
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.
20lb bowel obstruction death in group home lawsuit
James Stewart, 41, died from a 20-pound bowel obstruction after staff at an Ohio group home allegedly ignored his worsening condition for weeks. His family calls the death 'entirely avoidable'.
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.
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.
Best Educational Toys & Gifts for 2-Year-Olds
Discover the best educational toys and developmental gifts for two-year-olds. Our expert guide helps you choose presents that support learning, creativity and motor skills development.
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.
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.
COVID in pregnancy linked to child development delays
Groundbreaking research from Massachusetts General Hospital shows children born to mothers who contracted COVID-19 during pregnancy face significantly higher risks of developmental delays and autism spectrum disorder diagnoses.
COVID in pregnancy linked to child developmental delays
Groundbreaking research from Massachusetts General Hospital suggests contracting COVID-19 while pregnant may significantly increase the risk of developmental delays and autism diagnosis in children. Discover the crucial findings that every expectant paren
Essential Toys & Gifts for Newborns and Babies 2025
Discover the top-rated toys and thoughtful gifts that support developmental milestones for babies from birth to 12 months. Expert recommendations for UK parents.
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.
'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.
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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