Top 10 Boutique Hotels in Venice for 2025
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The surprising history of Britain's Christmas tree tradition
Discover the fascinating journey of the Christmas tree, from ancient Pagan symbols to a Victorian royal craze that defined the UK's festive season. Learn the real story behind the tradition.
Asteroid Bennu discovery could change origins of life
Scientists analysing asteroid Bennu samples found sugars essential for life and a mysterious gum-like substance, suggesting the building blocks for life may be common in space. Discover what this means for our cosmic origins.
NASA Finds Essential Sugars on Ancient Asteroid Bennu
NASA's OSIRIS-REx mission has discovered ribose and glucose on asteroid Bennu, offering key clues to the origins of life on Earth. Explore the groundbreaking findings.
Endangered white lion cubs born in Venezuelan zoo
Maracay Delicias Zoo in Venezuela welcomes two rare white lion cubs, a conservation triumph. Public naming contest launched. Learn about this genetic rarity and global efforts.
Gomorrah Prequel 'The Origins' Gets 2026 Release Date
Sky's acclaimed mafia drama 'Gomorrah' returns with a gritty 1970s prequel series in early 2026. Discover the young origins of the Savastano clan in Naples.
Teenager killed by lion in Brazil zoo enclosure breach
A 19-year-old man with mental health issues was mauled to death by a lioness after scaling a 20-foot wall at a Brazilian zoo. The incident, captured on video, is under investigation as a possible suicide attempt.
'Gold' Rock Revealed as Rare 4.6bn-Year-Old Meteorite
A man's suspected gold nugget found near Melbourne was identified as an extremely rare 4.6-billion-year-old meteorite. Discover this astronomical find's journey.
Shea Buckner Joins NCIS Origins as Young Dwayne Pride
NCIS Origins season two confirms Shea Buckner as a young Agent Dwayne Pride. Discover the cast details and plot for the hit Paramount+ prequel series.
Chinese Noodle House Closes in Sydney's Chinatown
Beloved Chinese Noodle House in Sydney's Chinatown announces permanent closure after landlord ends lease. Follow their Instagram for updates on a potential new location.
Henderson: 'No Pressure' for Constitution Hill Clash
Nicky Henderson says he feels 'no pressure' as Constitution Hill prepares to face young rival The New Lion in Saturday's BetMGM Fighting Fifth Hurdle at Newcastle. Get the latest odds and insights.
AI identifies new 'intermediary' lion roar
Scientists use AI to discover a new 'intermediary roar' in African lions, revolutionising how we monitor and protect these vulnerable big cats. Learn how this breakthrough aids conservation.
AI discovers lions have two distinct types of roar
University of Exeter researchers using AI identify a second 'intermediary roar' in African lions, transforming wildlife monitoring and conservation efforts.
Missing Man Believed Killed by Wild Animal in California
Investigators believe Gil Clark, 78, suffered a medical emergency before being dragged off by a bear or mountain lion in Sierra County. Read the full investigation details.
Missing man likely dragged away by wild animal
Authorities believe Gil Clark, 78, was dragged away by a bear or mountain lion after a medical emergency during a walk in northern California. Read the latest update.
Missing elderly man dragged by bear or mountain lion
Authorities believe Gil Clark, 78, was dragged away by a bear or mountain lion after a medical emergency in northern California. Read the latest on the search.
Constitution Hill's Comeback: Newcastle Showdown Looms
Constitution Hill delivered a thrilling gallop at Newbury, signalling a major comeback and setting up a mouth-watering Champion Hurdle showdown with The New Lion. Discover the inside story.
Game of Thrones editor killed in lion safari attack
Tributes paid to Katherine Chappell, a Game of Thrones editor, tragically mauled to death by a lion on a South African safari after lowering her car window. Read the full story.
Chinese Restaurants Near UK Military Bases Investigated
Exclusive investigation reveals disproportionate number of Chinese restaurants near sensitive UK military sites amid ongoing espionage concerns. Read the full analysis.
Pleiades Constellation 20 Times Larger Than Thought
Astronomers discover the Pleiades star cluster is vastly larger than believed, reshaping our understanding of stellar origins and our Sun's birthplace. Explore the cosmic revelation.
Game of Thrones editor killed in lion safari attack
Katherine Chappell, a 29-year-old Game of Thrones editor, was mauled by a lion after it lunged through her open car window on a safari near Johannesburg. Read the full investigation.
Ancient Welsh cave art rewrites human history
Groundbreaking archaeological find in Welsh caves reveals sophisticated 15,000-year-old artwork, forcing scientists to completely reconsider the timeline of human creativity and settlement in Britain.
Mountain Lion Stalks Cyclists on California Hill
Exclusive: Terrifying mountain lion encounter on popular biking route sends shockwaves through Orange County community as wildlife officials issue urgent safety warnings.
British tourist drowns in Venice canal
Tragedy strikes as a British holidaymaker dies after falling into a Venetian canal following an evening walk with his wife during their Italian getaway.
The Hidden Victorian Meaning Behind LOL Revealed
Social media users are having their minds blown after discovering the true 19th-century meaning behind the ubiquitous acronym 'LOL' that's very different from how we use it today.
NZ wildlife park euthanises two lions after rehoming fails
A New Zealand wildlife park makes the difficult choice to euthanise two male lions after unsuccessful attempts to rehome them, highlighting conservation challenges.
Idris Elba Battles Lion in 'Beast' - Release Date
Idris Elba stars as a grieving doctor fighting for survival against a monstrous lion in intense survival thriller 'Beast'. Get release dates, cast details and plot insights for this heart-pounding adventure.
Lion spotted roaming County Clare countryside
Irish police launch urgent investigation after multiple witnesses report seeing a lion in County Clare countryside. Locals warned to stay indoors as specialist units join search.
Interstellar Comet 3I-ATLAS: Cosmic Mystery Solved
Groundbreaking research reveals how astronomers initially misidentified the interstellar comet 3I-ATLAS as a potential Earth-threatening asteroid before uncovering its extraordinary cosmic origins.
Man mauled after entering lion enclosure in conversion attempt
A Christian man who believed he could tame lions like the prophet Daniel was severely mauled after climbing into a zoo enclosure in a dangerous attempt to convert the big cats to Christianity.
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