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In 2024, researchers used Cold War spy-satellite images to identify a possible site of a pivotal seventh-century battle in Iraq

Archaeologists from Durham University used Cold War-era American spy satellite images to locate the site of the battle. This battle, fought between Arab Muslims and the Sassanid Empire, occurred around 636 AD. Their initial goal involved mapping historical routes for UNESCO, leading to the discovery. They found matching features such…

The Economic Times · Sep 24

James Cleverly Claims Institutions Used Jason Arday as a 'Black Wunderkind' Prior to Tragic Death

Cambridge professor Jason Arday, once hailed as a trailblazing black academic, has died in London after months of punishing scrutiny over plagiarism allegations.

International Business Times UK · Aug 15

'Where Is Everybody?': Over 86 Percent of Astrobiologists Agree That Alien Life Is Real Right Now

A Durham University survey reveals 86% of astrobiologists believe alien life likely exists, despite no confirmed evidence. The study reframes the Fermi paradox, focusing on probability over belief.

International Business Times UK · Jul 22

Sherlock Holmes nemesis Moriarty to lead new drama series

A new TV series, with the working title “Moriarty”, is set to reinvent the Sherlock Holmes universe by focusing on his arch-nemesis, Professor James Moriarty. The series is a collaboration between Fremantle and Archery Pictures, the production company from Bafta-nominated producer Kris Thykier, while the writers will be Chris Cornwell…

The Independent UK · May 28

Getting children to eat their vegetables starts in the womb, researchers suggest

Rather than bribery, or hiding carrots under ketchup, the key may be to expose foetuses to healthy flavours

The Guardian - UK · May 13

Getting children to eat their vegetables could start in the womb, study finds

Research finds that three-year-olds whose mothers had taken carrot powder capsules during pregnancy displayed less negative reactions to the smell of carrots.

The Independent UK · May 12

Ancient children's teeth reveal a syphilis-like disease was spreading in Vietnam 4,000 years ago

Remains from three Stone Age children in Vietnam may challenge long-standing ideas about the origin of syphilis, scientists say.

LiveScience · Apr 2

Massive Iron Age hoards discovered in England may be from funeral of powerful Celtic queen

Two lavish Iron Age hoards unearthed in England may have been burned in honor of a queen's royal ancestor, a new study finds

LiveScience · Mar 24

Watch: Scientists create the most detailed dark matter map using James Webb Telescope

Dark matter is one of the greatest mysteries in physics. Here’s how scientists successfully mapped the invisible substance in the greatest detail ever.

Euronews · Jan 28

Archaeologists discover signs of Roman industrial hub at site in Sunderland

Discovery of more than 800 whetstones, used to sharpen weapons, seen as one of the most significant finds in northern England for a century

The Guardian - UK · Jan 8