Wales
Pool Chlorine Scent Exposed: Urine and Sweat Create the Real Stench
Scientist Reveals the Stomach-Churning Truth About Chlorine Smell in Swimming Pools By Xantha Leatham, Executive Science Editor Published: 10:21 BST, 24 July 2025 | Updated: 10:21 BST, 24 July 2025 Substances like sweat and urine in pools react with chlorine to form chloramines, creating health risks (File Image). Planning a refreshing dip this summer? Public […]
Solved: How Stonehenge’s Welsh Megaliths Were Transported – 5 Enduring Enigmas
Stonehenge’s Enduring Mysteries: What We Still Don’t Know Scientists continue to unravel Stonehenge’s secrets, but mysteries remain. (Image: Daily Mail) 1. How Were the Stones Transported? Stonehenge’s stones come from three distant sources: Sarsens: 20-30 ton sandstone pillars from West Woods, 20 miles away. Bluestones: Smaller stones from Wales’ Preseli Hills, 125 miles distant. Altar […]
Scientists Solve 5,000-Year Mystery of Stonehenge’s Welsh Boulder Transport
Mystery of Stonehenge’s Bluestones Solved: Humans Moved Them from Wales For centuries, scientists have debated how Stonehenge’s iconic bluestones—smaller stones dotting the site—ended up on England’s Salisbury Plain. New research confirms a long-suspected theory: Neolithic people transported these massive rocks from Wales over 5,000 years ago, not glaciers. The Newall Boulder (left) shares a striking […]
Birth Dates Decoded: Scientific Evidence Linking Birth Days to Personality Traits
Debunking the ‘Monday’s Child’ Myth: Science Weighs In We’ve all heard the nursery rhyme predicting personalities based on birth days: “Monday’s child is fair of face, Tuesday’s child is full of grace…” But a new study from the University of York reveals these whimsical verses hold no real truth. Does your birth day shape your […]
Climate Change ‘Virtually Certain’ Behind UK’s 35°C Heatwave, Met Office Confirms
Climate Change Intensifies UK Heatwaves, Met Office Warns The Met Office confirms that climate change is driving extreme heat in the UK, calling it "virtually certain" that human activity caused this week’s 35°C temperatures. Scientists warn such events will grow more frequent and intense, with summers facing the sharpest increases. Record-Breaking June England’s June 2025 […]
England’s June 2023 Sets Record as Hottest Month with 16.9°C Average, Met Office Confirms
England Swelters Through Hottest June on Record (Image: Crowds flock to Brighton beach during the late June heatwave.) The Met Office has confirmed England experienced its hottest June since records began in 1884, with average temperatures hitting 16.9°C. For the UK overall, June 2025 marked the second-warmest on record at 15.2°C. The findings align with […]
Interactive Giant Hogweed Map Tracks UK Hotspots of Toxic Plant Spread
Giant Hogweed: UK’s Toxic Plant and How to Avoid It Giant hogweed, dubbed the “most dangerous plant in Britain,” poses serious health risks despite its deceptively harmless appearance. Introduced in the 19th century as an ornamental plant, this invasive species’ sap can cause severe burns, blistering, and even blindness if it contacts skin or eyes. […]
Mothers’ Role Cited in Britain’s Shift Toward First Atheist Era, Study Suggests
Britain’s First "Atheist Age" Linked to Declining Religious Influence of Mothers Britain is now in its first "atheist age," with non-believers outnumbering those who believe in God. Researchers from the Universities of Münster and Berlin attribute this societal shift to fading religious traditions within families, particularly the declining role of mothers in passing down faith. […]
Doctor Reveals Optimal Shampoo Frequency: You’re Likely Washing Hair Less Than Needed
You’re Washing Your Hair Wrong! Doctor Reveals How Often to Shampoo During Heatwaves By Shivali Best for MailOnline | Updated: 15:39 BST, 25 June 2025 For many, washing hair is a weekly routine, but experts warn you might be doing it wrong—especially during the UK’s soaring pollen season. Dr. Pallavi Bradshaw, Deputy Chief Medical Officer […]
Extreme Heat Halts UK Trains: Experts Reveal Heatwave Impact on Rail Networks
UK Heatwave Halts Trains: Why Rails Buckle in Extreme Heat [Image: Crowded station with delayed departures] Caption: Passengers stranded amid widespread rail cancellations. As the UK faces soaring temperatures, its rail network has struggled to cope, with delays and cancellations sparking frustration. Social media erupted as commuters shared images of packed stations, while astronaut Tim […]