Hundreds of pagers have exploded simultaneously across Lebanon and in parts of Syria, killing at least eight people, ...

Zimbabwe said it would allow the killing of 200 elephants so that their meat can be distributed among needy communities, while in Namibia the killing of more than 700 wild animals — including 83 ...

The family of a “greatly loved” grandfather who died after an assault in Essex have paid tribute to him. Francis Reilly, 63, from Brentwood, was pronounced dead at the scene in Ingrave Road after ...

Residents can take part in National Fitness Day and get a free pass for gym, pool and classes at all Better leisure centres. National Fitness Day tomorrow (September 18) is the biggest physical ...

The whirling shapes in Vincent van Gogh’s painting The Starry Night closely resemble real turbulence, as seen in swirling water or smoke from a chimney, according to scientists.

Major UK retailer The Range has announced they are now 'dog-friendly' in all their stores. This means those looking to shop for all their homeware needs can take their dog along with them. The move ...

Stormont ministers have been urged to “go directly to the Prime Minister” over the future of Belfast shipyard Harland and Wolff. The historic shipbuilder has announced that its holding company is to ...

Sir Keir Starmer has repeated his vow to Dame Esther Rantzen to make time for a debate and free vote on assisted dying after the broadcaster issued a direct plea to him to “make it come true”.

Two suspicious men have been spotted on doorsteps with large bags on their backs in a west Oxfordshire town as police issue a public warning. Thames Valley Police say that two Nottingham Knockers, a ...

The road leading to Donnington Bridge in Oxford has been closed for emergency gas repairs, causing long delays.

Florida law enforcement will launch a criminal investigation of the apparent assassination attempt targeting former president Donald Trump, Governor Ron DeSantis said. The state-level probe will run ...

Also open were the Guildhall, St Helen's and St Nicolas' churches, the Baptist Church and 35 Ock Street, Kimber House - the MG Museum, and the Old Ticket Office at Culham. This year's theme for the ...