Stockton's Wood's secret WWII role as bomber hideout
Explore the hidden history of Stockton's Wood in Merseyside, where WWII aircraft were concealed. Discover its transformation from a wartime hideout to a vital deadwood habitat today.
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Elderly ram becomes family pet after adopting dog-like habits
Meet B'Dave, a 15-year-old ram who thinks he's a dog. He wanders into his owners' kitchen for treats and affection, charming campers and family alike. Discover this heartwarming story of an unlikely pet.
Barnsbury Wood: North London's Hidden Mini-Forest
Discover Barnsbury Wood, London's smallest nature reserve. This secret Islington sanctuary is perfect for a winter walk, but note the limited weekly opening hours. Plan your visit now.
Bronze Age skull circle used as ancient flood defence
A circle of human skulls from a Bronze Age settlement in Cambridgeshire may have been a ritual defence against rising waters. Discover the story of Must Farm and our age-old battle with floods.
DNA Solves Mystery of Roman-Era Beachy Head Woman
Advanced DNA sequencing reveals the true origins of Beachy Head Woman, a Roman-era skeleton once thought to be Britain's earliest known black Briton. Discover the full story of the 'local girl from Eastbourne'.
Country Diary: Broken Leg and Singing Crossbills in Woodland
A naturalist's woodland walk with a broken leg becomes a surreal encounter with a flock of rare common crossbills. Discover the magic of British wildlife in this unique diary entry.
6,000-Year-Old Conch Shell Trumpets Found in Spain
Archaeologists discover Neolithic conch-shell trumpets in Catalonia, used 6,000 years ago for communication and music. Hear the sounds of our ancient ancestors.
London's Fairy Tale Café in Ancient Woodland
Discover Queens Wood Cafe, a stunning storybook cabin in North London's ancient woodland. Just 5 mins from Highgate Tube, it offers homemade cakes, community events & a permaculture garden.
Japanese sauna design wins over sceptics in Sussex
Discover how an architect-designed Japanese sauna and Scandi cabin in Sussex woodland convert sauna sceptics. Experience wild swimming, woodland views and sustainable design.
Black Friday woodland escape in Hertfordshire
Discover how one writer found profound connection with nature during Black Friday night in Purwell Ninespings woodland, embracing darkness over consumerism.
New Study Deepens Peru's Band of Holes Mystery
Fresh archaeological research reveals surprising new details about Peru's mysterious Band of Holes, challenging previous theories about this ancient enigma. Discover the latest findings.
900-Year Easter Island Statue Mystery Solved
After 900 years, researchers reveal how Easter Island's massive moai statues were moved using rope-rocking method. Discover the ancient secrets of Rapa Nui engineering.
Body found in search for missing Suffolk woman Christine Murton
A body has been discovered in the search for Christine Murton, 78, missing from Rushmere St Andrew since 12 November. Police are investigating the circumstances.
BBC's Civilisations: Ancient Echoes of Modern Crisis
New BBC series Civilisations: Rise and Fall draws chilling parallels between ancient collapses and contemporary society. Essential viewing on iPlayer now.
Man killed in quad bike accident near Knottingley
A 52-year-old local man has died after his quad bike overturned on private land near Dales Wood, Yorkshire. Police are appealing for witnesses to the tragic incident on November 22.
Civilisations: Ancient Rome's Lessons for Modern Crises
As BBC Two's Civilisations: Rise and Fall explores the British Museum's artefacts, discover what history warns us about being on the brink of disaster. Plus, tonight's TV highlights.
Stone Age Teen's DNA Found in 10,500-Year-Old Birch Gum
Genetic analysis of prehistoric birch tar chewed 10,500 years ago in Estonia reveals a brown-eyed, brown-haired teenager. This remarkable discovery connects us directly with Stone Age life.
16 Ancient Canoes Found in Wisconsin Lake Dating 5,200 Years
Archaeologists uncover 16 submerged Indigenous canoes in Lake Mendota, revealing a 5,200-year-old prehistoric 'parking lot' used by ancient travellers. Discover this remarkable find.
Neanderthals and Humans Kissed, Oxford Study Finds
Groundbreaking research from the University of Oxford suggests Neanderthals likely kissed both each other and early modern humans, challenging perceptions of ancient relationships.
Massive 3,600-year-old city discovered in Kazakhstan
Archaeologists uncover a 346-acre Bronze Age settlement in Kazakhstan, revealing advanced metallurgy and challenging nomadic stereotypes. Explore the lost 'City of Seven Ravines'.
McCann Suspect Living in Woodland Tent After Release
Christian Brueckner, prime suspect in Madeleine McCann case, lives in woodland camp with female helpers after prison release. Prosecutors fear he may leave Germany.
Storm Amy's dramatic impact on Abernethy Forest revealed
Discover how Storm Amy has dramatically reshaped Abernethy Forest in the Cairngorms, creating new ecosystems and revealing ancient pines. Explore nature's resilience in this country diary.
Saturday Quiz: Test Your Knowledge on Music, History & Sport
Dive into this week's challenging Saturday quiz. Can you answer all the questions on country music legends, ancient parliaments, and Olympic events? Put your knowledge to the test!
Ancient Greek hotel-museum opens in Matera's cave dwellings
Step back in time at Moyseion, an immersive hotel-museum in Italy's ancient cave city of Matera. Experience living history through authentic rituals, music and cuisine from the Magna Graecia era.
Saving Mauritania's ancient desert libraries from sands
The UNESCO-listed city of Chinguetti, home to priceless medieval manuscripts, battles encroaching desert sands, dwindling tourism, and regional insecurity. Discover the fight to preserve Africa's spiritual capital.
Alien-like fungi colonise Britain's fallen ash trees
A remarkable fungal invasion is transforming deceased ash trees into scenes from science fiction, creating otherworldly landscapes in British woodlands as nature reclaims its territory.
How America's First Civilisation Survived Climate Collapse
Groundbreaking archaeological discovery reveals how the Norte Chico civilisation in Peru adapted their society and agriculture to withstand a catastrophic climate shift that wiped out contemporary cultures.
The Marbles Review: Case for Returning Parthenon Treasures
A thoughtful new documentary outlines the powerful ethical and cultural arguments for repatriating the Elgin Marbles to Athens, reigniting the centuries-old debate.
Alentejo's Golden Autumn: Portugal's Ancient Charm
Escape to Portugal's Alentejo region this autumn for ancient hilltop cities, golden vineyards, and authentic cultural experiences away from the crowds.
Ancient Rome Tower Collapse Injures Workers Near Colosseum
A 13th-century medieval tower unexpectedly collapsed near Rome's iconic Colosseum, leaving construction workers injured and raising serious questions about heritage site safety protocols.
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