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Workers restoring a medieval English house found 800 years of hidden history, including rare wall paintings, sealed doorways and mysterious protective marks – The Times of India

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Workers restoring a medieval English house found 800 years of hidden history, including rare wall paintings, sealed doorways and mysterious protective marks

A conservation project at Dunstable’s Grade II listed Priory House has uncovered 800 years of hidden history, including nationally important wall paintings, sealed medieval doorways and protective marks once used to keep evil spirits away. Specialist teams led by HB Archaeology & Conservation Limited, together with structural engineers and building contractors, have been working since … Read more

New Mexico has protected nearly 11,000 acres along the Mimbres River as a new wildlife area, safeguarding historic water rights, rare river habitat and a 2-mile stretch of the desert stream

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New Mexico has protected nearly 11,000 acres along the Mimbres River as a new wildlife area, safeguarding historic water rights, rare river habitat and a 2-mile stretch of the desert stream

An elevated, high-definition view of the newly protected landscape surrounding the Mimbres River in southwestern New Mexico. Conservationists and state officials in New Mexico have completed a deal to buy nearly 11,000 acres of ecologically rich land along the Mimbres River, permanently protecting an important desert watershed and creating the state’s newest public conservation preserve. … Read more

Mojtaba Khamenei seen, heard in rare video amid health concerns

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Mojtaba Khamenei seen, heard in rare video amid health concerns

Mojtaba seen, heard in an undated video A new video of Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has surfaced amid growing mystery over his health, appearance and whereabouts.According to Al Arabiya, Iran’s Fars News released archival footage showing Mojtaba Khamenei surrounded by a group of people who offered prayers before beginning their discussions.The footage comes amid … Read more

In 1979, about 30 mongooses were released on Japan’s Amami Oshima to control habu snakes; their population later grew to roughly 10,000 and threatened rare wildlife, but after decades of trapping Japan declared them eradicated in 2024

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In 1979, about 30 mongooses were released on Japan’s Amami Oshima to control habu snakes; their population later grew to roughly 10,000 and threatened rare wildlife, but after decades of trapping Japan declared them eradicated in 2024

In 1979, about 30 mongooses were released on Japan’s Amami Oshima to control habu snakes Japan has officially declared the successful eradication of the invasive small Indian mongoose on Amami Oshima, ending a decades-long ecological crisis on the UNESCO World Heritage-listed island. According to an official announcement from Japan’s ministry of the environment, expert panels … Read more

What is sacral chordoma? Tulsi Gabbard opens up about husband’s battle with rare cancer

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In her resignation letter, Tulsi wrote that she could not “in good conscience” continue in such a demanding role while Abraham faced a difficult health battle alone. (Tulsi Gabbard/ Instagram)

Tulsi Gabbard has revealed details regarding her husband Abraham Williams’ fight against a rare type of cancer, stating that he is making good progress following treatment and surgery. In her resignation letter, Tulsi wrote that she could not “in good conscience” continue in such a demanding role while Abraham faced a difficult health battle alone. … Read more

A rare orca known as “La Abuela” was found with wounds consistent with shotgun pellets; the suspected attack could threaten an entire Iberian population of fewer than 40 whales

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A rare orca known as “La Abuela” was found with wounds consistent with shotgun pellets; the suspected attack could threaten an entire Iberian population of fewer than 40 whales

Spain’s Environment Ministry has ordered an investigation into the likely shooting of a rare Iberian orca that was filmed swimming with wounds to its dorsal fin, Deputy Prime Minister ‌Sara Aagesen said on Friday. “The oldest orca in the Strait of Gibraltar has appeared with marks compatible with pellets” fired from a shotgun this week, … Read more

Is Dolly Parton OK? Rare Dollywood absence worries singer’s fans; ‘I feel dizzy’

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Dolly Parton is seen onscreen during "Dolly Parton's Threads: My Songs In Symphony" Premiere at Schermerhorn Symphony Center on June 16. (Getty Images via AFP)

Hundreds of fans who gathered at the Dollywood theme park of singer Dolly Parton in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee for the unveiling of a new $50 million roller coaster left the event with concern for the singer. Dolly Parton is seen onscreen during “Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs In Symphony” Premiere at Schermerhorn Symphony Center on … Read more