The Independent

 One of the largest diamonds ever found has been unearthed and will be put on show on Thursday.The Botswana government believes the huge 2,492-carat stone is the second biggest ever brought out of a mine.Canadian mining company Lucara Diamond Corp said in a statement on Wednesday that it recovered the “exceptional” rough diamond from its Karowe Mine in Botswana. Lucara said it was a “high-quality” stone and was found intact. It was located using X-ray technology.“We are ecstatic about the recovery of this extraordinary 2,492-carat diamond,” Lucara president and CEO William Lamb said.The weight would make it the largest...

One of the world’s biggest ever diamonds has been discovered in Botswana

An extensive search for an Indian woman who disappeared into a pavement sinkhole in Kuala Lumpur hit a snag on its eighth day, as authorities now say it is "too risky" to continue deploying divers. The incident has gripped Malaysia, with some 110 rescuers working around the clock this past...

Search for woman swallowed by 8m sinkhole now 'too risky'

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The largest diamond found in more than a century has been unearthed at a mine in Botswana, and the country’s president showed off the fist-sized stone to the world at a viewing ceremony Thursday. The Botswana government says the huge 2,492-carat diamond is the second-biggest ever discovered in a...

Biggest diamond in over a century is found in Botswana — a whopping 2,492 carats

Archaeologists have unearthed a "stunning" Bronze Age burial chamber on one of Dartmoor’s most isolated hills. Experts discovered a stone-built box, sometimes known as a cist, at Cut Hill during a three-day dig earlier this month. Radiocarbon dating of charcoal found inside suggests the chamber, used to bury the...

'Stunning' burial chamber unearthed on Dartmoor

A woman in her 70s may have broken her ribs after being knocked to the ground in a dog attack in Derby. Pat Sinclair, 77, was walking her eight-year-old rescue shih tzu Lola on Wednesday when she spotted three larger dogs on the lead nearby. She crossed the road to...

Dog walker injured as pet is fatally attacked

A man discovered the young male dog while walking his own dogs at 05:30 BST along the riverbank.

Dog found in river with mouth bound up with tape

As well as the arrests, officers seized phones and cash from properties and businesses across Hull.

Four arrested in human trafficking probe

The Mirror US

A tourist was killed in the ice cave collapse during an organised tour of the Breiðamerkurjökull glacier, south Iceland, while a further two people are missing, emergency services have said

Tourist dies and two others missing in Iceland as ice cave collapses during tour

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The Israeli Antiquities Authority has extensively excavated the City of David park, which is the site of ancient Jerusalem and provides a peek into the Biblical-era past.

Israeli archaeologists discover unique ancient seal affirming biblical account of Jerusalem 2,700 years ago

Namibia will kill more than 700 wild animals and distribute meat to those struggling with food insecurity as the country grapples with its worst drought in 100 years.

Namibia plans to kill more than 700 animals including elephants and hippos — and distribute the meat

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In the mystical realm where astrology intersects with spiritual beliefs, certain zodiac signs are thought to possess inherent qualities that offer protection against malevolent entities and negative energies. This intriguing concept has roots in ancient astrology and cultural traditions worldwide, where the alignment of the stars at one's birth is believed to influence not only personality traits but also spiritual protection. This post delves into the 5 celestial shields of the zodiac, highlighting signs that are particularly noted for their protective aura against evil spirits.

5 Zodiac Signs That Possess a Protective Aura Against Evil Spirits

Baobabs reach extraordinarily old ages. Some have been found to be thousands of years old. During these life spans, elder baobabs have survived erratic climate conditions. As an ecologist who has spent the last 17 years studying baobab, I decided to look specifically at the health of adult baobabs in Southern Africa and then in Africa as a whole, to establish if more recent human-induced climate change has started having an effect on these magnificent trees.

Baobabs: Africa's unique trees defy climate challenges, continue to flourish

Dr Christopher Ogbonna is suspended after pressuring patient to help with an assessment.

Doctor who asked patient to cry suspended

NHS Grampian says the electrical the fire broke out at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary.

Part of hospital evacuated following fire

Plans for a cluster of skyscrapers which will "define what Manchester looks like for future generations" have been signed off - despite concerns about a lack of affordable housing. Developer Renaker has secured permission for five new high-rise towers in the Deansgate area, including a 71-storey block which could become...

New skyscraper cluster approved for city centre

History never ceases to amaze us and there is much out there that is still unknown. There were several generations that lived before us and many are yet to come into existence. So, when archaeologists and other experts discover something new about the old, it’s always a fascinating journey of understanding what really went down there. In 2000, French archaeologist and head of the European Institute of Maritime Archaeology, Franck Goddio, led a team that successfully located the ancient city of Thonis-Heracleion, which was Egypt’s only port on the Mediterranean coast about 2,500 years ago.

Newly discovered underwater temple of Aphrodite leaves everyone in wonder and awe

In 2019, Ghana successfully hosted the “Year of Return,” a year-long series of events commemorating the 400th anniversary of the arrival of the first recorded enslaved Africans in Virginia, USA. The initiative drew an estimated 1,500 African Americans, including notable figures such as Tina Knowles-Lawson (Beyoncé’s mother), Boris...

11 Black-Americans who have traced their African ancestry or became citizens

The government confirms three more cases of bluetongue virus in Norfolk and Suffolk.

Three more cases of bluetongue disease confirmed

In the heart of Slovenia, nestled high within a dramatic cliff, lies one of the most extraordinary castles in the world—Predjama Castle. This architectural marvel, often hailed as the largest cave castle globally, seamlessly blends into the natural limestone facade that surrounds it. The sight of the castle’s stone walls merging with the sheer cliff face evokes a sense of wonder and mystery, as if it were a secret fortress concealed from time itself. Predjama Castle is not merely a testament to medieval engineering prowess; it is a living, breathing chronicle of history, legend, and nature.

Predjama Castle, Slovenia — The Fascinating Story of the World’s Largest Cave Castle

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Dianna Carney

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny six-pound dog named Alistair who is looking for his forever home. At only one year old, this little boy is a sweet dog who is thought to be a Maltese, "but we can’t make any guarantees that he would be suitable for those with allergies," explains the nonprofit animal rescue.

Meet The Tiny 6lb Dog Looking For Love

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Why South Africans are flocking to a Chinese hospital ship

Cape Town residents queue for free medical care due to the poor state of the country's health...

Why South Africans are flocking to a Chinese hospital ship

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