SaxaVord on the northernmost inhabited island of Unst is home to the UK’s only licensed ‘vertical launch’ spaceport.

Octopus Energy has agreed a deal to sell a minority stake in its Kraken Technologies division in a move valuing the software business at 8.65 billion dollars (£6.4 billion) and paving the way for its ...

Tom Shearman attempted to rescue his family but was beaten back by the severity of the fire that destroyed his home near Stroud on Boxing Day.

Experts warned 2026 looks set to be another ‘sluggish year’ with few policies to spur on private sector growth.

Footwear retailer Dr Martens has revealed it is considering expanding its ReWair resale platform outside the US as it looks to capitalise on the boom in the second-hand economy.

Strictly Come Dancing’s Shirley Ballas says she was “surprised” by Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly’s BBC exit, reflecting on their time ...

The King and Princess of Wales were back in action after health issues although Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor ended the year stripped of his titles.

McClenaghan, from Newtownards in Co Down, becomes an MBE (Member of the Order of the British Empire) a year after he created ...

Two members of British boxer Anthony Joshua's team have been confirmed as being killed in a car crash in Lagos.

Ice skating champions Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean said the news of a damehood and knighthood was the “perfect” way to ...

Professor Tara Moore has said it is “lovely” to be recognised for her hard work after being made an Officer of the Order of ...

As New Year's Eve approaches, millions of UK households are preparing for an evening of fireworks, sparklers, and festive celebrations. However, experts are warning that celebrating the start of 2026 ...