Publish to Apple News

Just how deadly was the Black Death?
When it comes to leagues there is none more famous than the Black Death...

With just 300 left in the world, is this the rarest horse on the planet?
Once the lifeblood of Scotland’s island communities, this rare pony now faces a fight for its future

16 best crime dramas to stream and watch right now – devilish crooks, determined sleuths and beautiful backdrops... you'll be hooked
From murder mysteries in close-knit communities to heists in far-flung locations, here are the best crime dramas streaming in the UK right now
null
undefined

Which sting is worse – a bee's or a wasp's?

Ordered by Edward I in the 13th century, this impressive fortress was designed to quell the Welsh – on the very site Llywelyn the Great is buried
Conwy is exceptionally well preserved and one of the most complete castles in the Wales. Explore the castle in the centre of Conwy town, then head to Conwy Mountain for an aerial view of the fortress.

Starting with a male and female rabbit on 1 January, how many could you end up with by 31 December?
Breeding like rabbits is a popular saying, but just how quickly do they breed? We did the math

Is it ever okay to walk your cat like a dog on a lead? We ask an expert for their advice...
There is a growing trend for owners to take their cat for a walk, but is it a good idea?

Storm Claudia: why (and how) storms are named
As amber weather warnings are issued across the UK, we look at why storms are named – and how it's done.

"An extraordinary window into our prehistoric past": rare Bronze and Iron Age boats found in ancient river go on public display
Ranging in age from 2,500 to 3,500 years old, the collection of log vessels – dug up in Cambridgeshire – reveal extraordinary details of prehistoric craftsmanship.

Could Edinburgh Castle really vanish? 8 iconic landmarks under threat
From coastal erosion to flash floods, a new report reveals how rising temperatures and extreme weather could bring an end to our most treasured cultural sites

England's record-breaking new National Trail is opening soon: Walk the King Charles III England Coast Path
Stretching 2,700 miles around England’s coastline, the King Charles III England Coast Path will soon become the world’s longest managed coastal walking route

“Avoidable” pain, fear and significant distress – pig slaughter methods must change, say experts
Around 90% of UK pigs are stunned using CO2 before slaughter – a method that causes the animals “avoidable” pain, fear and significant distress. Now, experts are calling for a ban, but what are the alternatives? James Fair reports

11 facts you didn't know about Prince William - including how he is related to Winston Churchill
Did you know Kate and William were distant cousins? Or that he is left handed...

He falsely claimed an Indigenous identity to gain fame in America, despite being from the UK: Should he be remembered as a fraud or a conservation hero?
He was a Native American trapper-turned-conservationist, who helped to save the beaver from extinction. Or was he? Roly Smith tracks down the unlikely true story of Archibald Belaney

Why are barn owls white?

“Environmental catastrophe.” Millions of microplastics from Southern Water spill wash up in East Sussex
Volunteers in a “race against time” as polluting biobeads wash up on Camber Sands beach.

Who is Anita Rani? Everything you need to know about the Countryfile presenter
From star baking to a love of Indiana Jones, here is everything you need to know about the Countryfile presenter and Celebrity Race Across the World star Anita Rani

6 oldest trees in the UK – and the world, including one that's meant to be over 5,000 years old...
From ancient yews to legendary oaks, these are the trees that have stood watch over Britain’s landscapes for thousands of years

Why does the UK have a Prince of Wales?
We take a look at the history of the title Prince of Wales

What is a nature corridor? The quiet power of Britain's green highways
You’ve probably come across the terms ‘nature corridor’ or ‘wildlife corridor’, but what do they actually mean?

What will the Prince of Wales be known as when he is King?

How real was 'War Horse'? Discover the harrowing story and the true horrors of horses on the front line of WWI
The charity The Brooke brings to life the horrors horses faced during the First World War

Why are purple poppies worn?
All you need to know about the purple poppy, including why and when it's worn

Beloved children's author, artist, scientist, sheep farmer – 10 things you didn't know about Beatrix Potter
Our guide to the children's author, writer, illustrator, natural scientist and conservationist Beatrix Potter, looking at her life, her works and best places to visit in the Lake District.