Mum and children who died in Boxing Day fire named
Fionnghuala Shearman and her daughter Eve and son Ohner died in the house fire on Boxing Day.
US says it killed or captured 25 ISIL operatives in Syria over nine days
US says it killed or captured 25 ISIL operatives in Syria over nine days US Central Command says military campaign follows killing of US soldiers, ‘massive strikes’ across central Syria.…
Trump bombs Venezuelan land for first time: Is war imminent?
EXPLAINER Trump bombs Venezuelan land for first time: Is war imminent? US president says strike in Venezuela targeted a dock allegedly used to load boats with narcotics. A US Air…
Bitter recriminations between Russia, Ukraine as war eclipses peace push
Bitter recriminations between Russia, Ukraine as war eclipses peace push Kremlin says alleged drone attack on presidential residence – called a fabrication by Kyiv – will affect peace talks. Video…
South Korea announces end to controversial bear bile farming
South Korea has announced it’s ending bear bile farming over animal cruelty concerns.
Iran warns of ‘severe’ response in wake of Trump’s new strikes threat
Iran warns of ‘severe’ response in wake of Trump’s new strikes threat US president says he would back attacks if Tehran rebuilds nuclear or missile programmes. Iranian officials say the…
Snow, ice and colder weather to bring in the new year with warnings issued
Parts of the UK – including Aberdeenshire – were affected by heavy snow in November during the last cold spell of weather Simon King Lead Weather Presenter 2 hours ago…
Flight to edge of space left me harassed and depressed
Blue Origin’s all-female crew, which included scientist Amanda Nguyen, was launched into space in April.
Anthony Joshua in stable condition after Nigeria car crash that killed two friends
Anthony Joshua injured in Nigeria car crash that killed two team members 7 hours agoMakuochi Okafor,BBC Africa, LagosandIan Aikman Social MediaThe former heavyweight champion was a passenger in the crash,…
Idris Elba knighted as Sarina Wiegman and Lionesses lead New Year Honours
Idris Elba knighted as Sarina Wiegman and Lionesses lead New Year Honours 12 hours agoDoug FaulknerandGeorge Sandeman Getty Images/Catherine Ivill-AMAIdris Elba has been recognised for his charity work with young…