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Remains are unearthed of a dinosaur that may have died on the very day a space rock hit Earth.
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Asteroid-strike dinosaur fossil found - scientists
Remains are unearthed of a dinosaur that may have died on the very day a space rock hit Earth.
Farm staff shortage may mean price rises, MPs warn
A report calls for a relaxation on requirements to speak English, and to expand seasonal worker visas.
UN scientists: It's 'now or never' to fix climate change
Staving off the worst impacts of climate change is possible, say scientists, but immediate action is needed.
UK farmers call for toxic weedkiller ban
Some farmers say studies suggest Paraquat could be a factor in the onset of Parkinson's Disease.
Nobel winner gives prize money to Scots students
Chemistry professor Prof David MacMillan has set up a foundation in his parents' honour.
Robot boat to map Tonga volcano aftermath
A robot boat controlled from the UK is going to survey the Pacific volcano that erupted in January.
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Asteroid-strike dinosaur fossil found - scientists
Remains are unearthed of a dinosaur that may have died on the very day a space rock hit Earth.
Farm staff shortage may mean price rises, MPs warn
A report calls for a relaxation on requirements to speak English, and to expand seasonal worker visas.
UN scientists: It's 'now or never' to fix climate change
Staving off the worst impacts of climate change is possible, say scientists, but immediate action is needed.
UK farmers call for toxic weedkiller ban
Some farmers say studies suggest Paraquat could be a factor in the onset of Parkinson's Disease.
Nobel winner gives prize money to Scots students
Chemistry professor Prof David MacMillan has set up a foundation in his parents' honour.
Robot boat to map Tonga volcano aftermath
A robot boat controlled from the UK is going to survey the Pacific volcano that erupted in January.
Farm staff shortage may mean price rises, MPs warn
A report calls for a relaxation on requirements to speak English, and to expand seasonal worker visas.
UN scientists: It's 'now or never' to fix climate change
Staving off the worst impacts of climate change is possible, say scientists, but immediate action is needed.
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