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Dippy the dinosaur starts off grand UK tour, to visit eight destinations over next two years

A 70ft-long skeleton replica of the Diplodocus carnegii species, which lived about 145-156 million years ago, has been unveiled at the Dorset County Museum in Dorchester.

Feb 11, 2018

By Shubham Sharma

Global harming: Sustainability or quality of life but not both, study finds

An international team of researchers examined 151 nations around the world, finding that not a single one was operating in a sustainable manner.

Feb 10, 2018

By Aristos Georgiou

Climate Change

Skeleton of infamous pirate 'Black Sam' may have been discovered

Sam Bellamy called himself the the 'Robin Hood of the Sea' and he captured more than 50 vessels, amassing a fortune worth around $120 million in today's money.

Feb 10, 2018

By Aristos Georgiou

'Broken heart syndrome' is real, say researchers - but can it kill?

Symptoms of the condition initially appear similar to those of a heart attack, making it difficult to diagnose.

Feb 10, 2018

By Aristos Georgiou

Screaming mummy: Is the man with the agonising death face Ramses III's murderous son Prince Pentewere?

Researchers have been debating the origins of the mummy, which features a face contorted in agony and believe the person may have been poisoned or buried alive.

Feb 10, 2018

By Lara Rebello

This is the reason you are always late - according to science

Studies show certain personality traits lead to chronic lateness even when we are aware of the negative consequences.

Feb 9, 2018

By Aristos Georgiou

London Museum now has a piece of the 130-tonne Whitechapel fatberg on display

The toxic monster fatberg that took nine weeks to remove and was bigger than Tower Bridge.

Feb 9, 2018

By Ruchira Sharma

These are the 5 most dangerous volcanoes on my Pacific 'Ring of Fire' watch list right now

Volcanologist Heather Handley says that while the region is known for being particularly active, authorities still need to keep a close eye on things.

Feb 9, 2018

By Heather Handley

Volcano

Pictures of the week: The best news, sport, weather and animal photos, from 3 to 9 February 2018

Seven days of photojournalism, from the Super Bowl and Taiwan earthquake to snow in Paris and the Pyeongchang 2018 Winter Olympics opening ceremony.

Feb 9, 2018

By David Sim

Animal and Wildlife Pictures Travel pictures Conflict Pictures Weather Pictures

The Mars-Scotland connection becomes crystal clear thanks to Nasa's Curiosity Rover

Coincidentally, the crystals were discovered at a site on the Red Planet called Jura – named after a small island off the country's west coast.

Feb 9, 2018

By Aristos Georgiou

NASA Scotland

What is vulvodynia and why can it make sex feel like 'serrated knives between your legs'?

Story of stylist Callista Jane Wilson who suffered for years from painful sex condition has been made into a play.

Feb 9, 2018

By Kashmira Gander

'Sinking' Pacific nation Tuvalu appears to be growing

'Sinking' Pacific nation Tuvalu appears to be growing, according to a University of Auckland study examining geography of 101 reef islands in the Pacific Ocean.

Feb 9, 2018

By Isabelle Gerretsen

Climate Change

5,500-year-old monument and tools unearthed near Windsor Castle

Monument dating back to Neolithic Period discovered by a team of archaeologists within miles of Windsor Castle. It is hoped the find provides insights into our ancestors' lives.

Feb 9, 2018

By Claire Toureille