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Evidence for high annual rainfall 66 million years ago found

The article talks about the finding of an evidence of very high annual rainfall during the catastrophic volcanism that formed the Deccan Traps in India about 66 million years back.

The Hindu

Classic rock: Tony Iommi has 469 million year-old fossil named after him

“I’ve had a bit of abuse from my friends about it who’ve enjoyed calling me an old fossil,” says Iommi. “But I think it’s great, a real honor”

Guitar World

“This has to be the weirdest thing that’s ever been named after me!”: Black Sabbath's Tony Iommi presented with sculpture of 469 million-year-old fossil named in his honour

Tony Iommi meets Drepanoistodus Iommii in Birmingham

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Dome-headed Dino With Toothbrush-Like Bristles Discovered

Newly discovered dinosaur with bristle-like head ornamentation challenges theories on mating rituals.

Zenger

40 life-sized dinosaurs will be taking over Heaton Park this school holidays

The park is set to become 'a palaeontologist’s playground' as animatronic dinosaurs delight visitors

Manchester Evening News

Boy, 3, dies after accidentally shooting himself in head with shotgun when left alone

Kayden Goldman tragically died after he was left alone in a room at his home and found a gun with which he accidentally shot himself in the head - he was pronounced dead at Children's of Alabama in Birmingham

Daily Mirror

Studies show how we'll all die if an asteroid hits as several near misses are recorded

Scientists have been studying the potential effects of an asteroid colliding with the Earth. This International Asteroid Day, we take a look at what would happen

Daily Mirror

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OPINION - As a lesbian I back trans rights — ignore those trying to divide us

Have you heard the tragic news? Apparently, butch lesbians — like rare pandas — are in danger of going extinct. I have to say, when I first learned that I was soon to follow in the fateful footsteps of the dodo, it did come as something of a surprise. We’ve…

Evening Standard

Chris Packham backs first ever Dinosaur Day to help parents keep up with kids

Dinosaurs and natural history are a key passion point for children

Wales Online

‘A person of integrity’: Family carries on legacy of Army pilot Norman Flecker 25 years after death in Korea

It’s been nearly 25 years since Penny Flecker looked through the glass door of her west Columbia home and found a woman dressed in an Army uniform. Her mind raced to her identical twin sons, Norman and Alex.

Tribune News Service

Pterosaurs Thrived In Antarctic Forests Over 100 Million Years Ago

Bones discovered in Australia reveal rare glimpse into lifestyle of largest animals to ever fly.

Zenger

Need a dinosaur? This couple is selling the ultimate Jurassic yard art

This isn’t Jurassic Park. This is Independence, Missouri.

Tribune News Service

Man's ancestors 'were cannibals who were eating each other 1.45M years ago'

A study suggests that at least 1.45 million years ago, our ancestors engaged in cannibalistic behaviour as evidenced by cut marks on a fossilized leg bone, indicating the use of stone tools for butchering each other

Daily Mirror

Stone Tools Reveal Evidence Of Cannibalism 1.45 Million Years Ago

Cut marks on a fossil leg bone suggest human relatives were eating each other, according to a new study.

Zenger

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The Guardian - UK

Ian McMillan obituary

Other lives: Micropaleontologist who contributed to the understanding of the geological history of the marine sediments of southern Africa

Radio France Internationale

Oldest known Neanderthal engravings found in French cave

The oldest known cave engravings in France, and possibly Europe, have been discovered in the Loire Valley – where researchers uncovered designs dating back at least 57,000 years to the age of Neanderthals.

The Guardian - UK

Glastonbury headline sets – ranked!

From Bowie’s stage invader to Stormzy’s ballet, the festival has seen some unforgettable lead acts. We round up the best ever

Inverse

‘Sand Land’ Is a Video-Game Love Letter to Weird Little Guys

Bandai Namco's action RPG is a showcase of Dragon Ball and Dragon Quest icon Akira Toriyama's artistic talent.

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The Hindu

Fossils show ancient long-necked sea beast's 'gruesome' decapitation

The researchers studied the neck and head remains of Tanystropheus, detecting bite marks and other signs of trauma indicating decapitation

Inverse

5 Years Ago, A Groundbreaking Sci-Fi Franchise Completely Gave Up

It turns out there’s such a thing as too many dinosaurs.

The Guardian - UK

French cave markings said to be oldest known engravings by Neanderthals

Hundreds of faint stripes, dots and wavy lines at Loire valley site were created more than 57,000 years ago, say scientists

The Independent UK

57,000-year-old Neanderthal wall art uncovered in France

The finger markings are organised and intentional and thought to be the oldest known engravings by Neanderthals.

Daily Record

Healthy baby boy dies suddenly after being put to bed

Parents Nicola and Xavier Labrousse have been left in the dark over what might have caused their beloved son's death on May 31.

GamesRadar

Paleo Pines is the perfect blend of Jurassic World Evolution, Ocarina of Time, and Stardew Valley

Preview | Paleo Pines is a farming sim that's all about willingly letting dinosaurs trample on your crops

The Independent UK

Long-necked dinosaur-era sea monsters were vulnerable to decapitation by predators, fossil confirms

Findings show that evolving a long neck as a sea reptile came with potential downsides

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