YOU WONT BELIEVE: 8 - What They Never Told You

A ‘whalecam’, seals v sharks and fish that play dead: it’s Planet Earth III

As a new series promises breathtaking footage obtained by groundbreaking technology, children are the new target audience

The Guardian - UK · Oct 15, 2023

Supreme Court imposes ₹5 lakh fine for ‘frivolous’ PIL; dismisses plea on evolution theory

“This is only a frivolous attempt to use the PIL jurisdiction to propagate some publicity for the petitioner,” Chief Justice Chandrachud ordered.

The Hindu · Oct 13, 2023

Scientists can't agree on when the first animals evolved – our research hopes to end the debate

There are estimated to be nearly 8 million species of animals living today, making up the majority of Earth’s documented biodiversity and inhabiting almost all of its environments. However, for most of Earth’s history animals were completely absent.

The Conversation · Oct 13, 2023

When is Planet Earth III on TV? David Attenborough, 97, to present last ever series

Planet Earth III is returning with the nation’s favourite naturalist, Sir David Attenborough.

Evening Standard · Aug 31, 2023

Rugby World Cup needs crucial dose of beauty to contrast with big beasts

Serious strength and physicality will be fundamental for success but rolling mauls will not win over neutrals

The Guardian - UK · Aug 29, 2023

190 years after Darwin, 2-year expedition launches to retrace his voyage around the world

The team of researchers and conservationists will collect scientific data, while also training the next generation of environmentalists.

LiveScience · Aug 21, 2023

Thick ones, pointy ones – how albatross beaks evolved to match their prey

Albatross are among the world’s largest flying birds, with wingspans that can stretch beyond a remarkable three metres. These majestic animals harness ocean winds to travel thousands of kilometres in search of food while barely flapping their wings.

The Conversation · Aug 17, 2023

In Darwin’s footsteps: sailing ship to retrace round-the-world voyage of the Beagle

On Monday, a three-masted schooner will set sail from Plymouth, taking outstanding young naturalists on a two-year educational trip. Crew members still needed …

The Guardian - UK · Aug 11, 2023

'Is the doggy angry?' Research hints children under 5 can easily confuse dog emotions

To most of us, a dog showing its teeth is a pretty clear signal of threat. In 1872, Charles Darwin first suggested animals showed emotions similar to ours in their body language, and we might be able to use this to better understand their behaviour and motivations.

The Conversation · Jul 27, 2023

‘This feels exactly the right place to be’: Sir Patrick Vallance on pandemics, eco-anxiety and leading the Natural History Museum

The UK’s former chief scientific adviser, a familiar face during Covid, talks about his new role as chair of the London museum and putting its collection at the heart of our climate response

The Guardian - UK · Jul 15, 2023