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Archaeologists find 'lost' alphabet created by Biblical civilization 3,000 years ago

Archaeologists have traced a lost alphabet to a 3,000-year-old civilization that lived in the Biblical 'Promised Land.' Experts found 15 tablets with strange carvings in Jordan and a new analysis has determined they were likely made by the Canaanites, an indigenous group who thrived in the Middle East until the second half of the 13th century BC.

Our crowded planet: Earth's population will peak at 10.3 BILLION in the mid-2080s, scientists predict

In the 75 years since the 1950s, the Earth's population has more than tripled to a staggering 8.2 billion people. Now, the UN's World Population Prospects 2024 report suggests that our planet's population will grow by more than two billion people in the next decade. However, scientists predict that the years of rapid growth may come to an end by the mid-2080s. As of 2024, 63 countries including China , Germany , and Japan have already hit their peak populations with 126 more set to peak by the second half of the century.

If you're particularly bad at navigating from the passenger seat, you're not alone - but a new study by experts in New Jersey suggests this is more of a female trait than a male one.

NEW The James Webb Space Telescope has been photographing the farthest reaches of the cosmos for two years. NASA just released its most adorable image yet.

The Perseid meteor shower is the best of the year, producing between 100 and 150 shooting stars per hour. Perseid can be viewed in areas with low light pollution, under clear skies.

A new brain teaser asks viewers to find the missing bucket hat in under two minutes. Brain teasers can help people improve their short-term memory and develop problem-solving skills.

EXCLUSIVEWorld's first running SLIPPER is unveiled: £140 slip-on shoe is designed specifically for women's feet and claims to offer better support than lace-up alternatives

Any decent runner knows that your choice of shoe is key. But with options ranging from flat 'barefoot' shoes to trainers that are so bouncy they almost feel spring-loaded, it can be tricky to know where to even start. Now, a shoemaker has unveiled what he claims is the ultimate running shoe for women - and at first glance you'd be forgiven for mistaking it as a slipper. The shoe, dubbed the QLVR (pronounced Clever), has a slip-on style but offers better support than lace-up alternatives, according to Martin Dean, 46.

Fragile masculinity begins at puberty when boys start to feel pressure to be 'manly,' a new study finds. The experiment included more than 200 adolescent boys in the US

Archaeologists find more evidence of Bible story about Moses leading his people to the

Archaeologists uncovered ancient artifacts and structures in a Biblical city that sat within the borders of the Promised Land, where Moses brought the Israelites more than 3,000 years ago. The city, Zanoah, is mentioned in Book of Joshua, which outlines the boundaries and cities within the tribal allotment of Judah once they entered the holy region.

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Famous serial killer profiler reveals four actions women can take to avoid becoming

A serial killer profiler has revealed the four steps women should take to protect themselves from an attack. Dr Ann Burgess worked with the FBI to create psychological profiles for people suspected of murder. She has found serial killers always search for women who are unprotected, appear weak and are living alone. She referred to these as a pattern, which had been the case for many of the victim's killed by Ted Bundy (right) from 1974 through 1978 and the 'Co-ed killer' (left) who went on a murdering spree from 1972 to 1973.

Spending time in green spaces has in recent years been confirmed by scientists to have a cheering effect, reducing levels of depression and anxiety by slowing down our perception of time.

The haunting return to the Titanic: Expedition to the wreck sets sail just one year after

Adventurers set sail for the wreck of the Titanic on Friday - marking the first expedition since the doomed OceanGate mission over a year ago that tragically killed five men. The Georgia-based firm that owns the salvage rights to Titanic, called RMS Titanic Inc, is probing the sunken ocean liner using two remotely operated vehicles (ROVs). According to the BBC , the robotic vehicles will reach 12,000ft (3,700 metres) down - the bottom of the North Atlantic, where the remains of the Titanic lie. They will capture millions of high-resolution photos to make a new 3D model of the debris, which is quickly deteriorating and could be lost in a few decades. A plaque will also be laid on the seabed in honour of Frenchman Paul-Henri Nargeolet (inset), director of research at RMS Titanic Inc, one of the five Titan victims.

There is good news if you've ever been told you'd never make a living playing video games as professional gamer Marko Uslinkovski says he makes up to $50k beating bosses for frustrated players.

The fallout from a nuclear war would last thousands of years and kill millions of people. It would flatten cities, cut off power and water and plunge Earth into a nuclear winter with freezing temperatures.

A photographer captured the heart-stopping moment while on the beach of Monterey Bay, showing two men frozen on their surf boards as 'something quite large' swam near them.

Young people really ARE more vain! Narcissism decreases with age, study finds

From Mean Girls' Regina George to Euphoria's Nate Jacobs, many of the most famous narcissists in cinematic history are young. Now, a study has confirmed that young people really are more narcissistic, with the trait reducing with age. However, researchers from the University of Bern say that differences among individuals remains stable over time. This means that people who are more narcissistic than their peers as children tend to remain that way into adulthood.

AT&T revealed millions of customers calls and texts were leaked in April that could reveal their geographic location. At least one person has been arrested in connection with the attack.

The Fall 2024 class, called Gender in Byzantium, will also explore the history of women who disguised their sex to join monasteries, describing them as transgender

Scientists reveal the US cities where your home is most likely to be destroyed by a

A new report revealed what areas of the US are most affected by natural disasters including hurricanes, wildfires, droughts and air pollution. They found that wealthier communities are at more risk than poorer rural areas.

New carbon-dating analysis of soil and agricultural remnants challenges the view that the ancient and sprawling city of Cahokia fell due to crop failure and drought

Comedians, watch your backs! AI is FUNNIER than humans, study claims - so, can you tell

Telling a well-crafted joke that hits just right might seem like it requires a uniquely human touch. But there's bad news for comedians - as researchers from the University of Southern California say that AI is now funnier than most humans. In their study, ChatGPT was able to craft punchlines that were rated funnier than human efforts 70 per cent of the time. And this isn't a laughing matter, as the researchers warn that joke-writing robots could pose a 'serious employment threat' to professional comedians. So, can you tell which of these jokes were written by a robot?

A NASA astronaut captured eerie glowing lights hanging in Earth's atmosphere while aboard the ISS, revealing a rare phenomena that happens 50 miles above the surface.

A new study has revealed that current gun restrictions don't decrease pediatric firearm homicides across the US. More than 10,000 children under 18 years old are killed in homicides annually.

Scientists in Florida have confirmed the first local species to be driven to extinction by increasing sea level rise and monster Category 5 super-storms, like Hurricane Beryl

The formula for the perfect penalty, revealed - as England prepares to take on the Netherlands in the Euro 2024 semi-final tonight

Tonight, football fans across England will nervouly tune in to see if Gareth Southgate 's squad have what it takes to beat Netherlands in the Euro 2024 semi-final. But as Saturday's quarter final match showed, 120 minutes of football is often not enough to separate two sides - leading to a nail-biting penalty shootout. So, how can players ensure they take the perfect penalty? Geir Jordet, a professor of psychology and football at Norwegian School of Sport Sciences in Oslo, and 'the world's leading expert on the psychology of penalties', has studied every penalty shootout in the World Cup, Euros and the Champions League from 1976 to 2022. Speaking to MailOnline, he has revealed his formula for success - including bravely shooting down the middle.

Apple has issued protection guidelines that iPhone users need to follow to protect themselves from phishing scams. Scammers are pretending to work for the company.

A Florida manatee has found its way into a Florida lake from the Atlantic Ocean. The manatees typically travel to ponds or lakes in search of food, mates or warm, shallow waters.

EXCLUSIVEWhat did the accents in ancient Rome REALLY sound like? As the Gladiator II trailer drops with Paul Mescal speaking in an English accent and Denzel Washington in his American voice, experts reveal the truth

Fans have waited more than 20 years for a sequel to Ridley Scott's blockbuster, Gladiator - and now the official trailer has finally been released. 'Gladiator II' stars Irishman Paul Mescal as a gladiator and Denzel Washington as his owner. Despite the film being set in 3rd century Rome, Mescal puts on an English accent while Washington speaks in his native New York voice. So, is this historically accurate? MailOnline spoke to the experts to find out what the accents in Ancient Rome would have really sounded like.

Britain's oldest chalk figure gets a facelift! Archaeologists restore the head and neck profile of Oxfordshire's 3,000-year-old Uffington White Horse

It's Britain's oldest chalk figure, dating back over 3,000 years. And now the Uffington White Horse has been given a 'facelift', as archaeologists have restored its head and neck profile. Work at the site in Oxfordshire last year showed that parts of the ancient chalk horse carved into the hillside had narrowed over time, as grass has encroached and topsoil slipped. The head and neck area of the 3,000-year-old figure had narrowed to less than half its typical width. Now, archaeologists from the National Trust and Oxford Archaeology have returned the 364ft (111m) long horse to its former glory.

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To passers by, they look like just another abandoned lot or fenced enclosure: a cattle grazing area, remnants of an electrical transformer site, a sewer utility access point

Have scientists found the secret to making lab-grown meat more appealing? New research

Researchers at Yonsei University in Korea have developed lab-grown 'beef' that releases a rich burst of meatiness when heated - just like a sizzling steak in the pan. Although the bizarre pink slab looks nothing like actual beef, their next mission is mimicking the appearance of the real thing.

An invasive tree across the US has raised complaints from people about its smell. Many say it gives off the odor of semen while others describe it as decaying flesh or fish.

Shark sightings and attacks are most prevalent in the US, accounting for over half of those reported worldwide. Experts warn that their prevalence is impacted by pollution and a rising food source.

X marks the spot? NASA spots bizarre X-shaped structures in Earth's upper atmosphere - and

It's as if Earth is trying to communicate with other planets without even knowing it. NASA has detected massive alphabetical formations on Earth as seen from space - namely C shapes and X shapes (bottom right). Experts say they're made out of charged particles in a region of Earth's atmosphere that starts approximately 50 miles above sea level called the ionosphere.

The volcanic eruption that buried the ancient city of Pompeii alive is often depicted as an apocalypse with no survivors. But one scholar found evidence that 200 citizens escaped

Researchers revealed that giving your partner love and affection will not stop them from cheating. The study found that people's level of commitment to their partner determines whether they are faithful.

EXCLUSIVEMeet the winner of the world's first AI beauty pageant: Moroccan 'influencer', Kenza Layli, claims the $13,000 prize after beating off competition from 1,500 computer-generated women

Style, beauty, and grace might go far in most beauty pageants, but the winner of the first-ever AI beauty pageant needed a lot more than good looks. Kenza Laylie, the computer-generated Moroccan 'influencer', has become the winner of the Fanvue World AI Creator Awards. The team behind Kenza beat off competition from 1,500 other computer-generated women to claim the $13,000. Judges told MailOnline they were impressed by the advanced technology behind the AI star as well as her compelling 'personality'.

A family dog was killed after ingesting toxic algae blooms at a Lake Tahoe dog beach. Hundreds of Americans and thousands of animals have been hurt or killed by similar algae

A hacker released 10 billion passwords to a crime forum in the largest leak of all time. The passwords were compiled from 4,000 databases breaches over the last two decades.

Creepy AI tool narrates audiobooks in the style of deceased actors including Judy Garland

Her place in film history was secured when she famously sang 'Somewhere over the Rainbow'. Now, fans of Judy Garland can continue to listen to her voice from beyond the grave, as part of a new deal to narrate audiobooks using artificial intelligence. ElevenLabs, a London-based business launched by two Polish entrepreneurs, said it had reached deals with the estates of Ms Garland and Sir Laurence Olivier to clone their voices.

A man in India fatally bit a venomous snake in retaliation after it attacked him while he was sleeping. According to a local superstition, biting a snake will nullify its venom after an attack.

Giant dinosaur skeleton is unearthed in US state: 'Incredibly unusual' 30ft Cretaceous-era

Only 15 percent of the state of Mississippi's largest ever dinosaur skeleton has been safely unearthed since its discovery in 2007. Officials say it's 'incredibly unusual' - and now researchers from the University of Southern Mississippi are turning to a 3D method of forensic bone analysis to solve the riddle of this fossil's unidentified species before it's skeleton is even fully dug up

Hundreds of deadly missiles streaking through the air from silos and nuclear submarines, American cities burning and millions vaporized.

To save the imperiled spotted owl from potential extinction, US wildlife officials are embracing a contentious plan: hire trained sharp-shooters to assassinate its rivals

Lost remnants of America's first soldiers from the Revolutionary War uncovered in Virginia

Archaeologists recently unearthed lost remnants of America's first soldiers who found in the Revolutionary War. The discovery was made in Colonia Williamsburg, Virginia. The team uncovered barracks that once housed 2,000 people and personal items of the soldiers. The housing units were constructed around 1776, but later destroyed by the forces of British general Charles Cornwallis in 1781.

The latest trend for dog owners is to get a DNA ancestry test for their pooches, but some dog owners have been left disappointed to find their pups are less purebred than they had thought.

As Japan kills off the floppy disk, MailOnline reveals the retro (but beloved!) tech

After more than 50 years since the first one was made, Japan has officially killed off the iconic floppy disk. Amazingly, despite leading the world in groundbreaking hardware, Japan still required its citizens to submit documents stored on floppy disks through the post. In honour of this beloved relic, MailOnline reveals the retro tech that older generations still have trouble saying goodbye to - while baffling the kids of today.

Two 'planet-killing' asteroids - one discovered just two weeks ago and another towing its own moon - were caught on video by NASA as they hurtled past Earth.

Incredible first-of-its kind video of an embryo forming - which scientists hope will solve medical mysteries

For the first time ever, scientists have recorded real-time video of an early stage embryo forming the 'neural tube' that will grow to become its brain, spinal cord and heart. The team used an innovative technique in which a reflective fluorescent protein illuminated the early embryo's tiny cellular actin cytoskeleton. 'Our aim is to find proteins or genes that can be targeted in the future or used for screening for congenital birth defects,' the study's lead author said

Students at a Portsmouth School were surprised to discover that their male boa constrictor had given birth despite being kept away from other snakes for the last nine years.

While true political diehards might stay up all night watching the votes roll in, the exit poll at 10pm tonight will give many their first hint at the results of the General Election.

A man in Alexandria, Virginia caught a vampire fish in the Potomac River that is rarely seen by human eyes. While people called for him to kill it, experts said the fish is a good sign.

Americans are being warned about a potentially deadly virus surging across the country and is only expected to worsen as the US experiences some of its hottest summer weather.

Major US cities including NYC, Boston and Philadelphia could be 'inundated' by floods of

Researchers revealed that New York City and Boston were likely to be 'inundated' with floods of untreated sewage as climate change causes precipitation increases and rising sea levels. The outdated sewage systems weren't built to withstand the increasing amount of rainfall which causes blockages and flooding.

While this common accessory was not truly invested until the 1850s, archaeologists have found it depicted on ancient rock walls and statues made by civilizations thousands of years ago.

Hurricane Beryl has been seen more than 200 miles above Earth's surface as it rips through the Caribbean. The Category 5 storm has killed at least five people and is set to hit the US.

Researchers found more than half of singles experience social media confusion on dating apps. The uncertainty stems from not knowing if the person is single or if their appearance is real.

Revealed: The triggers that make cats scratch your furniture, according to scientists

Most cat owners will be familiar with the torn cushions, carpets and sofas that come as part of the package. But the feline instinct to scratch is made worse by stress, a study shows - and young children are one of the worst triggers. An international team of researchers has investigated which factors influence undesired scratching behaviours in domestic cats.

Incredible bionic leg is controlled by human thoughts - and makes it easier for amputees to climb up stairs

Scientists have developed a prosthetic leg controlled by the human brain which could make it easier for amputees to get up and down stairs. The ground-breaking new device allows patients to directly control their prosthetic using their thoughts. The device records signals from surgically preserved muscles which are carefully monitored and converted into controls for a robotic ankle. In a trial of 14 amputees, researchers from MIT found that the leg created a more natural gate, improved stability on uneven terrain and a 41% increase in speed.

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NASA has created a mystifying puzzle using a pictured of a cosmic wonder snapped by the Hubble Space Telescope. It challenges viewers to name it in just 15 seconds.

A dog-sized dinosaur that lived 99 million years ago was discovered in the northeast corner of Utah. The fossils were 'exceptionally' preserved and still in the creatures original death pose.

Some of the world's finest minds claim humanity could be overthrown by robot overlords in the not-too-distant future. So this should be good practice.

Apple's iPhone 16 is getting a significant update that previously hasn't been seen in other smartphones. Other leaks have confirmed that the new phone is also getting a sleek design.

The image you see first in a new brain teaser means you are either a natural-born leader, a problem solver or have a strong sense of conviction. Which one did you see first?

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Cheaters always find a way to sneak around, but not all are savvy enough to know about all the tech clues their wayward ways leave behind.

The ship, found 1 mile deep on the seafloor 55 miles from Israel's coast, dates back 3,300 years to the late Bronze Age, experts say.

Elon Musk's SpaceX rocket left an enormous contrail as it soared over California yesterday evening as part of a series of missions to 42 new Starlink satellites to orbit.

Apple has a little-known hack to stop those unwanted political text messages, as many Americans are receiving messages parading as acquaintances or job opportunities.

No further deaths have been reported since the single fatality attributed to the outbreak, which is believed to be linked to tainted salad leaves, late last month.

From cooling tents to protect against extreme heatwaves to holographic artists and haptic dancefloors, experts reveal what it will be like to visit Glastonbury in 2050.

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A geology professor has uncovered an unusual scrap of 100-percent pure aluminum at the site of the legendary 1947 Roswell UFO crash, a new docuseries has revealed

Research has revealed that those who are excited for a holiday are more likely to feel like it comes around quicker.

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'Gold digger' describes a young person marrying a wealthy older one not for love, but for a lavish lifestyle. They often feel entitled to that lifestyle but that is rooted in deeply felt insecurity.

Facial reconstruction of the oldest known human skull revealed a man with dark features, who experts described as 'strong and serene.' The 300,000-year-old skull was found in Morocco.

Apple has suspended production of its a high-end device and is instead focusing on developing a cheaper alternative. The decision comes as the model received criticism for its features.

MailOnline has asked ChatGPT for the 'best Euros squad of all time' - but was left shocked by the omission of any British stars.

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As temperatures soar across the US this week, experts told DailyMail.com that the 'cascade of events' leading to heat stroke starts within seconds and can be deadly in just 10 minutes.

Scientists have captured the moment a terrifying supermassive black hole 'awakens' in a distant galaxy, and warn that the same thing could happen in the Milky Way

Photographers from around the world have captured the moment the first major lunar standstill in over 18 years coincides with a Full Strawberry Moon.

Apple scrapped its 'buy now, pay later' feature on Apple Pay this week that allowed users to split payments up to $1,000 into four installments that would be paid off within six weeks.

As Instagram cracks down on AI-generated images, Instagram users and celebs like Logan Paul have found their real photos slapped with a 'Made with AI' label.

A new brain teaser can reveal if you have a high IQ - but only if you can solve it in 10 seconds or less. Studies reveal that brain teasers are good for memory function and cognitive development.

Gay behaviour in animals has long been considered unusual in species. But a study reveals it's far more common that we've been led to believe.

A man spent hours on the dark web, asking 100 people in chatrooms about the worst things they have encountered while surfing the hidden layer of the internet - and the answers were 'sadistic'

A device that Apple fans have been wanting may have been confirmed after years of rumors. A coding specialist found uncovered clues in the tech giant's backend software.

This enormous relative of the triceratops roamed the swamps of Northern Montana 78 million years ago and grew brightly coloured blade-like horns, leading to it being dubbed a 'sexy beast'.

From the facial recognition cameras watching you shop to the algorithms predicting crimes before they happen, here's how AI cops are already patrolling British streets.

Researchers have discovered remnants of the Assyrian military camp site that was destroyed during its siege on Jerusalem. The war is depicted in a 2,000-year-old Biblical story.

A 3,500-year-old Egyptian mummy's sarcophagus contains a drawing that closely resembles a beloved Simpson's character. The findings could shed light on ancient burial practices.

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DailyMail.com spoke to multiple travel-sector experts who said that up to half of customers are now shunning Boeing planes in the wake of a series of safety issues.

A picture of a hole on Mars has resurfaced, reintroducing the question of whether there's life on the red planet. The hole might lead to lava tubes that formed during a volcanic explosion.

In recent years, several archaeological finds have shone light on famous figures including King Herod, the apostle Philip and even John the Baptist.

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Following x-ray and ultrasound data on two new 'alien' bodies from Peru, the journalist who obtained them is now locked in a legal battle with Peruvian officials

Stargazers will soon have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see the birth of a new star as the 'blaze star' T Coronae Borealis is set to ignite in a nuclear blast any day now.

Techie Dani, an influencer based in the US, claims that the $79,990 Cybertruck is 'perfect for moms'.

The clip, filmed from the International Space Station (ISS), shows the green aurora over Earth with Boeing's Starliner capsule in the foreground.

One former lawyer and minister maintained for decades that a Panhandle wilderness retreat was the literal site of the Garden of Eden from the Book of Genesis. Was he correct?

Netflix is removing its app from Sony smart TVs. This comes after the tech company eliminated access to 34 Sony TVs in December. Consumers can still access the app on streaming devices.

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A Pentagon engineering contractor in Canada captured electronic evidence of a 170-ft long 'barbell' UFO that glowed an eerie 'indigo' blue plasma, investigators told DailyMail.com

The chart, based on data from the Office for National Statistics, reveals the most popular day for weddings.

Bodies at the ancient Mexican city of Chichen Itza belonged to young boys, reveals a gruesome new study by experts at the Max-Planck Institute in Leipzig, Germany.

Neanderthal's DNA has been linked to autism in modern day humans for the first time. It was likely caused by interbreeding between Neanderthals and humans about 47,000 years ago.

Shackleton, who led three British expeditions to the Antarctic, died aboard Quest in 1922 while en route to Antarctica.

The earliest known recollection of Jesus' childhood was discovered at a university library in Germany. The 2,000-year-old text depicts the story of the 'vivication of the sparrows.'

Tech enthusiasts have issued a warning to all iPhone users, urging them not to download Apple's latest iOS update after finding a trove of bugs that can crash smartphones and apps.

iPhone users already have access to over 3,600 emoji - but that figure is set to skyrocket following Apple's latest announcement.

The UNESCO heritage site is said to be the birthplace of Apollo, and is surrounded by piercing blue waters, just a stone's throw away from Mykonos.

While iOS 18 will officially be released this autumn, it will only be available on selected iPhones - so, is yours on the list?

Elon Musk announced Monday that he'll ban Apple devices from his companies' premises if the iPhone maker goes forward with its planned OpenAI integration.

Dr Daniel Eldridge, a senior lecturer in Chemistry at Swinburne University of Technology, has revealed the best drinks to extinguish the pain of spicy food.

One of the oldest books in existence that was written 'at the dawn of Christianity' could be yours to own - if you have £3 million to spare.

Researchers from the University of Bristol and the University of Western Australia have found that dolphins who build better bromances go on to be more successful adults.

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The 90s saw the launch of many iconic gadgets, toys and games which still have cult followings today - from Pokemon to the blinking, bleeping Furby. And some are with a fortune today.

Rather than simply being an amusing coincidence, researchers from the University of Utah argue that people's names may be the reason that they end up in certain careers.

A Rare Yellowstone event that fulfills ancient prophecy is a 'blessing and warning,' warned a prominent Native American leader. 

'Green fuel' companies emit nearly as much pollution into the air as traditional petroleum refineries, and more toxic chemicals overall, a new national report found.

Elon Musk has confirmed reports that X is to start hiding all likes on posts on the platform. This will 'allow people to like posts without getting attacked for doing so', according to Musk.

SpaceX's Starship launched from Boca Chica, Texas at 8:50 a.m. ET on Thursday. This marks the fourth test flight SpaceX has conducted, with all previous tests exploding.

While it might sound like an 80s summer blockbuster, three kids' discovery of a teenage T-rex fossil could help scientists learn how this iconic dinosaur grew up.

This animal was once common inland but is now found only in the deserts of southwest Queensland and northeastern South Australia , in less than 20 per cent of its former range.

English settlers had an unusual and disgusting diet during the Starving Time period in the 17th Century. The colonists settled in Jamestown, Virginia where 90 percent died one winter.

Vodafone has launched a new Official Glastonbury Festival App for 2024, which features a Map Pinning tool.

Video shows the tiny hazel dormouse - one of Britain's rarest mammals - being released in a secret woodland location.

Elephants react to their names just like humans, new research shows. Recorded elephant calls found they responded to calls intended for them, showing they're capable of abstract thinking.

What is the ultimate British meal deal? To answer this burning question, MailOnline turned to AI chatbot, ChatGPT, which came up with a list of five top combinations.

Skeptics have long questioned why UFOs, if they are E.T. craft, would visit Earth so often - but two Harvard scientists suspect the beings may have been here all along

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The human body can develop temporary and long-term metal health and medical issues from abstaining from sex, whether voluntarily or involuntarily, experts have warned.

Cases of dengue fever and other mosquito-borne diseases are rising significantly in Europe, the EU's health agency has warned.

Quicksand is a dense, mud-like substance found near bodies of water that could kill if the tide rolls in while people are trapped. However, people typically only sink to waist height and are rescued quickly.

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The FAA warned Boeing that improper electrical grounding on its 777 could result in 'fire or explosion' mere months, according to a notice first reported by DailyMail.com

Astronomers have discovered another Earth-like planet that shows promising signs of hosting life. The planet, called Gliese 12 b, has a surface temperature of 107 degrees Fahrenheit.

Experts suggest items that were not included in the government's list of household essentials that are needed in case of an emergency.

The 'Third Thumb' can be used to pick up objects, open drinks bottles, sift through playing cards and even peel a banana - all with just one hand, reveal experts at the University of Cambridge.

Zach Rogers, eight, was playing near the White Water River in County Down, Northern Ireland, when he touched the hated giant hogweed.

Researchers analysed hundreds of posts on the Chinese video-sharing app to identify hashtags that indicate addictive and potentially dangerous e-cigarettes are being sold alongside innocent items.

Participants ended their hike at the Ffynnon Llugwy reservoir in the Carneddau range of mountains - a natural amphitheatre where an intimate, acoustic gig took place.

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