Archeology
Unexpected discovery of mysterious message hidden in ancient lighthouse
Engineers repairing a remote lighthouse in Scotland were stunned to find a mysterious message in a bottle hidden inside the wall.
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Treasure hunter discovers strange gold nugget
The nugget, discovered by Jonathan Needham, has a unique shape, including details similar to England, Wales and Scotland.
Science Events
The biggest hunt for the Loch Ness monster in 50 years is about to take place, using a series of state-of-the-art equipment
The Loch Ness Center in Scotland is planning the largest project to track down the Loch Ness Monster since 1972.
New technology
The world's first self-driving bus began operating in Scotland in May
The world's first fleet of self-driving public buses will go into operation in Scotland in May 2023.
Alien
The clearest photo of a UFO released in 32 years
After decades of being hidden, images of strange objects in the sky in Scotland have been shared publicly for the first time.
Funny corner
Unexpectedly discovered Van Gogh's portrait hidden behind the painting for more than 100 years
Staff at the National Museum of Scotland suddenly discovered the portrait of painter Van Gogh hidden behind his own painting painted more than 100 years ago.
History
Scanning radar, scientists found 134 1,900-year-old 'ghost villages' in the middle of the field
Scientists call it an archaeological breakthrough because the newly discovered ghost villages can provide a lot of data about the Roman occupation of England, with major…
Environment
Whiskey - potential biofuel for cars
Celtic Renewables used fermentation to convert whiskey by-products into biochemicals that could replace gasoline and diesel.
Health
UK warns of a series of mysterious hepatitis cases
England and Scotland have recorded about 70 cases of children under 10 years old infected with mysterious hepatitis, authorities are investigating to find out the cause.
Science story
Discover the unique sundials of the ancients
Before there were wristwatches or desk clocks, the ancients used the natural method of tracking celestial objects and homemade sundials to tell the time.
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Loch Ness Monster returns?
The famous Loch Ness lake in Scotland is once again stirred by rumors of the existence of a sea monster living here.
Archeology
Shivering 250 unexpectedly visible remains in the storm
The beach on the largest island in the Orkney Islands, north of Scotland, suddenly remains after a series of big storms: they are Vikings or ancient Pict.
Archeology
Discover mysterious stone carvings in Scotland
Researchers have discovered nine stone carvings off the coast of Scotland that are thought to be around 4,000 years old.
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Loch Ness Monster can be a giant eel
The legendary Loch Ness monster of Scotland may be just a giant eel, according to a new study published.
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When do people often make unwise decisions?
A recent study by scientists at Dundee University in Scotland shows that when people are hungry, people are more likely to make unwise decisions.