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.
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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.
Sea Cucumber Invasion Baffles Oregon Coast Scientists
Extraordinary marine phenomenon sees Pacific Northwest beaches carpeted with sea cucumbers, baffling scientists and fascinating beachgoers along the Oregon coast.
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.
1-in-30-million ghost lobster caught off Massachusetts
Fishermen make astonishing discovery of extremely rare white 'ghost' lobster off Massachusetts coast - a creature so uncommon it occurs just once in every 30 million of its species.
Dolphins Found With Human Alzheimer's Markers
Groundbreaking Scottish research reveals wild dolphins are developing brain changes identical to human Alzheimer's, raising urgent questions about ocean health and its implications for human medicine.
London's Legendary Taxi: The Mathematical Mystery
Discover the astonishing story behind London's most famous taxi journey - a mathematical puzzle that captivated the world and changed how we understand distance and routes forever.
Microplastics Reshaping Human Biology & Minds
Groundbreaking research reveals microplastics are not just polluting our environment but actively altering human biology and cognitive function, with alarming implications for public health.
Horse riddle baffles thousands with simple maths
A deceptively simple horse puzzle is causing nationwide confusion as thousands struggle with the mathematical brain teaser - discover the solution that's leaving people astonished.
Sir John Gurdon: Cloning Pioneer Dies Aged 91
Nobel laureate Sir John Gurdon, whose revolutionary cloning work paved the way for Dolly the Sheep and stem cell research, has died aged 91. Discover how the schoolboy once told he'd 'never be a scientist' changed biology forever.
Dolly the Sheep cloning pioneer Sir Ian Wilmut dies aged 92
Sir Ian Wilmut, the pioneering scientist who failed biology at Eton but went on to lead the team that cloned Dolly the Sheep, has passed away aged 92. Discover the remarkable journey of the man once told his scientific dreams were 'ridiculous'.
Storm Babet washes rare deep-sea creatures onto UK beaches
Extraordinary marine discovery as exotic species from deep North Sea waters appear on UK beaches following Storm Babet's dramatic passage.
Deep Blue: World's Largest Great White Shark Spotted
Marine researchers have confirmed sightings of Deep Blue, the legendary great white shark measuring over 20 feet, in crystal-clear ocean waters, offering unprecedented views of this gentle giant.
Marine biologist survives 9ft shark attack in Costa Rica
A marine biologist miraculously survives a terrifying shark attack that left her with severe skull injuries while swimming in Costa Rica. The shocking incident occurred during what was meant to be a routine swim.
Deep Blue: World's Largest Great White Shark Reappears
Marine biologists are stunned as Deep Blue, the legendary 20-foot great white shark, reappears in unexpected waters, revealing new insights about these magnificent predators.
Giant 70-foot jellyfish washes up on Texas beaches
Beachgoers in Texas have encountered a spectacular deep-sea creature - a massive jellyfish with tentacles stretching up to 70 feet, normally found in Arctic waters.
Rare Shark Threesome Filmed in New Caledonia Waters
In a world-first, marine biologists have captured unprecedented footage of three grey reef sharks engaging in a rare mating event, offering stunning insights into their secretive reproductive behaviour.
Leopard Sharks' Mating 'Threesome' Filmed in World First
Marine biologists have captured the first-ever recorded evidence of leopard sharks engaging in a rare mating trio, a discovery that challenges our understanding of their reproductive behaviour.
Attenborough Finds 'Extinct' Prehistoric Fish Alive
Sir David Attenborough's latest documentary uncovers the incredible survival story of the coelacanth, a prehistoric fish once thought lost to extinction for 66 million years. Dive into the deep-sea mystery that has captivated scientists and naturalists.
Virgin Births: Could Science Make Men Obsolete?
Groundbreaking scientific research suggests human 'virgin births' could become a reality, potentially revolutionising reproduction and challenging the future role of men. Experts explore the incredible implications.
Deadly Portuguese Man O' War Invade UK Beaches - Warning Issued
Beachgoers warned as venomous Portuguese Man O' War creatures wash up on UK shores. Experts reveal identification tips and emergency response procedures.
Pioneering Molecular Biologist Ulrich Loening Dies at 97
Celebrating the extraordinary life of Professor Ulrich Loening, the Edinburgh-based scientist who revolutionised molecular biology and became a passionate voice for environmental sustainability.
Dodo De-Extinction: UK Scientists Make Major Genetic Breakthrough
A landmark gene-editing achievement brings the iconic dodo bird one step closer to being brought back from extinction. British scientists lead the revolutionary project.
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.
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