Imagine the Mediterranean Sea dried up. Then imagine the Atlantic refilling it in less than two years. That seems to be what happened 5 million years ago.

It's probably the largest flood in our planet's history.

A little over 5 million years ago, water from the Atlantic Ocean found a way through the present-day Strait of Gibraltar.

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A little over 5 million years ago, water from the Atlantic Ocean found a way through the present-day Strait of Gibraltar.

A little over 5 million years ago, water from the Atlantic Ocean found a way through the present-day Strait of Gibraltar. According to this theory, oceanic water rushed faster than a speeding car down ...

The number of Bangladeshi nationals reaching Italian shores by crossing the Mediterranean Sea has more than doubled in the ...

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Nearly 33,600 fewer irregular crossings were recorded at European Union borders in early 2025, marking a 30 percent reduction ...

This slice of the Caribbean is popular for retirees seeking a relaxing lifestyle in the sun. Ambergris Caye is laid-back, and ...

Amidst the azure waters of the Mediterranean lies a peaceful little holiday island, in steep contrast to its busy big sister ...