John Stapleton's funeral: Susanna Reid, Eamonn Holmes and Penny Smith among mourners paying their respects to revered broadcaster after his death aged 79

Susanna Reid and Eamonn Holmes were among the broadcasting titans paying their respects to revered journalist John Stapleton at his funeral on Thursday. The broadcaster died aged 79 after his battle with Parkinson's disease was complicated by...

The ferries fiasco that renders our islands and rural area as second-class

Yet we are faced with ageing vessels, constant breakdowns, cancelled sailings, and a booking system that frustrates rather than serves. For mainland towns and villages, the effects are equally damaging. Local businesses, tourism, and supply chains...

The Legacy of Margaret Thatcher Celebrated at the Danube Institute

The 100th anniversary of the birth of Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher of the United Kingdom, in office between 1979 and 1990, is soon approaching. She was born on 13 October 1925 in Grantham, England, United Kingdom, and passed away on 8 April...

Labour’s new candid and confrontational mood could be the thing that saves this government | Andy Beckett

Crises can liberate governments. Collapses in popularity, huge dilemmas about public spending, foreign policy emergencies, poll surges by opponents and the prospect of losing office: all can persuade even previously cautious administrations to...

'An honest mistake' - Sedgley councillor denies being dishonest about his past after 'naive' medals error at Falklands event

Councillor Damian Corfield says claims he faked being a military veteran and gaining high-level qualifications are unfounded. The Conservative council cabinet member and Dudley armed forces champion has been the subject of repeated attacks on...

In pictures: HRH The Duke of Edinburgh attends 120th birthday of RFA as guest of honour

The Duke of Edinburgh joined sailors, veterans and families to mark the 120th birthday of the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA). The Duke, who is the Commodore-in-Chief of the Service, was the guest of honour at the Royal Navy's indispensable support...

Falklands, British Forces announce a nine days training exercise

Thursday, October 2nd 2025 - 08:32 UTC In the vicinity of Stanley – 06 / 07 / 08 / 09 Oct (Day & Night), Blank firing, bangs and parachute illumination is expected throughout (Pic by Cpl C Tierney BFSAI) The British Forces South Atlantic Island,...

Falklands, “knowledge gap” with the Loligo fishery, environmentally sensitive

Thursday, October 2nd 2025 - 08:20 UTC The second Loligo squid season in the Falkland Islands fishery has been brought to an early close, finishing around a week sooner than expected. The daily monitoring of the catch showed the biomass had...

The Best Bird Photographer Of The Year Photos: 18 Outstanding Winners

Graceful Flight Over Wild Bloom, Gold Winner, 11 years old or younger Sasha Jumanca, Germany - Bird Photographer of the Year 2025 Celebrating bird beauty and diversity around the world, the Bird Photographer of the Year has released the winners...

Tina Malone breaks down in tears live on Good Morning Britain as she reveals the 'horrendous' lead up to husband Paul Chase's death

Actress Tina Malone broke down in tears live on Good Morning Britain as she opened up on the 'horrendous' lead up to her husband's death. The Celebrity Big Brother star got emotional as she spoke about her late husband Paul Chase, who passed away...

Tina Malone breaks down on GMB as she opens up on death of husband

Tina Malone on Good Morning Britain(Image: ITV) Tina Malone became emotional on Good Morning Britain as she spoke about the death of her husband. Paul Chase, who was also known by his married name of Malone, was an army veteran and loving dad to...

Politics in sport, sport of politics

In early October 2015, Cricket Australia postponed its scheduled tour of Bangladesh citing security concerns. Around the same time, the country’s national football team was also due to visit Dhaka. Just like the cricketers, the Socceroos also...

The Tories must free themselves from the cult of Thatcher

Like every Tory Boy, I had a Margaret Thatcher poster. I put it up when I was 15 and had just joined the party. Above my bed, resplendent in blue, the Iron Lady glowered down at my teddies. Naturally, it came down when I first brought home a...

Miliband tells Musk: Get the hell out of our politics

Ed Miliband has told Elon Musk to “get the hell out of our politics”. The Energy Secretary, addressing the final day of Labour’s party conference in Liverpool, accused the tech billionaire of inciting violence and spreading disinformation. Mr Musk...

Falkland Islands Loligo squid season closes a week early

The second Loligo squid season has been brought to an early close, finishing around a week sooner than expected. The daily monitoring of the catch showed the biomass had reached the minimum threshold required to safeguard the long-term...

Britain’s wage slaves are revolting

It’s the city’s neo-gothic Anglican Cathedral that people first notice when arriving in Liverpool. It stands in stark contrast to the sterile glass-and-steel conference venue where Labour’s suited and booted gathered this week with the corporate...

The Dallas Morning News turns 140!

Editor’s note: For 54 years, Business columnist Cheryl Hall has been part of The Dallas Morning News family, having joined it as a summer intern in 1971. She served as Business editor for 10 years before becoming a Business columnist in 1992. She...

Navigating the future of polar tourism: Trends and challenges in Antarctic cruising

The primitive polar landscape is a massive contrast to the human environment and has always remained a strong tourist attraction. Leading cruise lines offer incredible journeys to Antarctica for a vacation experience like no other as they sail...

Falklands responds to Milei, we trust in self-determination and British support

Tuesday, September 30th 2025 - 11:38 UTC Spink: “The Falklands are used to demands from Argentine presidents, it's nothing new, nor surprising, nor does it cause panic” “In the Falkland Islands, we feel very secure and confident with the support...

Hapag-Lloyd Previews Deployment for 2028 With 127 Routes

Hapag-Lloyd Cruises has unveiled a preview of 127 routes across its now fully bilingual fleet, inviting travelers to explore extraordinary destinations, culinary moments and expedition experiences in 2028. Guests can place non-binding pre-bookings...