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Perfect dinosaur footprints found in Oxfordshire quarry

Spectacular 166-million-year-old dinosaur footprints, described as 'the most detailed ever found in the UK', have been discovered in a working Oxfordshire quarry, offering unprecedented insights into Middle Jurassic life.

Giant Neanderthal Skeleton Discovered in Spain

Archaeologists uncover colossal 200,000-year-old Neanderthal skeleton in Spain, revealing surprising new insights about our ancient cousins' physical stature and evolution.

Prehistoric 'Sea Dragon' Fossil Found on Dorset Coast

A spectacular 152-million-year-old marine reptile fossil, nicknamed the 'sea dragon' for its enormous size and fearsome teeth, has been unearthed by dedicated fossil hunters along Dorset's famous Jurassic Coast.

Submerged Stone Circle Discovered in Cumbrian Lake

Archaeologists uncover an extraordinary prehistoric stone circle lying 20 feet below the surface of a Cumbrian lake, rewriting our understanding of ancient Britain's relationship with water and climate change.

Syrian commerce revival sparks Middle East hope

Amidst the ruins of war-torn Syria, a remarkable economic resurgence is taking root as ancient marketplaces and traditional crafts experience an unexpected revival, offering a glimmer of hope for the Middle East's future stability.

Stone Age Blue Pigment Discovery in Germany

Groundbreaking archaeological discovery reveals Stone Age people created durable blue paint using complex methods, challenging our understanding of prehistoric technology and artistic sophistication.

Giant 'Terror Beast' Worm Fossil Discovered in Greenland

Palaeontologists have discovered fossilised remains of a colossal, carnivorous worm that dominated the oceans 518 million years ago. The Timorebestia, or 'terror beast', rewrites our understanding of early marine predators.

Spain's 'Popcorn Beach': A Surreal Canary Island Gem

Uncover the mystery of Spain's most unique beach, where the sand isn't sand at all, but millions of tiny, popcorn-like coral fragments. A hidden gem in the Canary Islands offering a truly surreal coastal experience.

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.

Marco Pierre White Jr's £44k fossil destruction spree

The son of legendary chef Marco Pierre White is facing jail after a destructive crime spree where he vandalised a shop, destroying £44,000 worth of rare fossils and crystals. Read the full story of his arrest and the devastation left behind.

Dad defies paralysis to walk again after broken neck

In an awe-inspiring tale of resilience, father-of-two Chris Barr from Ayrshire defies medical odds, learning to walk again after a catastrophic accident left him paralysed from the neck down. Discover his incredible journey of recovery and the power of un

Giant Prehistoric 'Sea Dragon' Found in Rutland

The colossal 10-metre-long fossil of a prehistoric 'sea dragon', the largest and most complete of its kind ever found in Britain, has been miraculously discovered during a routine draining of a lagoon at Rutland Water Nature Reserve.

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