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Japan's £5.3bn Double-Decker Bridge Soars Into Sky

Discover the Seto Ohashi Bridge, a £5.3bn engineering feat connecting Japan's islands. Spanning 13.1km, it slashed travel times and offers stunning tourist views. Explore its history and how to visit.

UK's Top 20 Engineering Feats Ranked in New Poll

From the London Underground to the World Wide Web, discover the UK's most impressive engineering feats in a new ranking. 94% of Brits take pride in this heritage. Explore the full list and insights.

Iraq's Tigris River in danger of disappearing

The Tigris River, Iraq's lifeline for millennia, is heavily polluted and drying up. Urgent action is needed to save the waterway and the ancient communities, like the Mandaeans, who depend on it for survival and faith.

World's tallest bridge cuts 2-hour trip to 2 minutes

China's Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge, the world's highest at 625m, has opened. It reduces a two-hour journey to two minutes and features glass walkways and bungee jumping. Discover this engineering marvel.

Area 51 Scientist's Deathbed Alien Confession

Boyd Bushman, a senior Lockheed Martin scientist, claimed on his deathbed to have worked with extraterrestrials at Area 51. Discover his staggering revelations and evidence.

Roman volcanic materials built 2000-year temple

A new study uncovers how Roman engineers used volcanic materials to construct the Temple of Venus, making it withstand geological forces for nearly two millennia. Discover the secrets of ancient innovation.

Festive train dates to avoid revealed

New analysis reveals the busiest UK train days this Christmas. Discover which festive dates to avoid for a smoother journey and plan your travel now.

Emergency search for man in Cwmbran river

Gwent Police launch urgent search operation in Afon Lwyd river after reports of man in water near Edlogan Way. Emergency services continue efforts through the night.

Hippo's Magical Diwali Swim in Ganges River

In an extraordinary nocturnal spectacle, a hippopotamus was captured swimming in India's sacred River Ganges during vibrant Diwali festivities, creating stunning visual contrasts between wildlife and cultural celebration.

Daring Hudson River rescue saves American swimmer

A 28-year-old American man's dangerous swim across the Hudson River from Manhattan to New Jersey prompted a multi-agency rescue operation after he was spotted struggling in strong currents near Jersey City.

Munich's iconic river surfing wave vanishes

The Eisbach river wave, a legendary urban surfing spot in central Munich, has unexpectedly disappeared following engineering works, devastating the city's vibrant surf culture and sparking urgent investigations.

STEM careers still perceived as 'boys' clubs'

New research reveals persistent gender stereotypes in STEM fields, with careers in science and technology still perceived as masculine domains, creating barriers for girls and women.

Pig Kidney Works in Human for Record 61 Days

In a groundbreaking medical trial, a genetically engineered pig kidney has successfully functioned inside a brain-dead patient for an unprecedented 61 days, marking the longest-ever xenotransplantation achievement and offering hope for solving the organ d

Festive rail chaos: 3 weeks of disruption ahead

Major engineering works between London Paddington and Reading will cause severe disruption for passengers throughout December, with rail replacement services and extended journey times expected during the critical festive period.

Youth Power Klamath River's Historic Restoration

Discover how young volunteers are transforming the Klamath River ecosystem in America's most ambitious dam removal project, creating new habitats for salmon and healing tribal lands.

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