Putin and Modhi to discuss Russa-India trade and defence ties

While India has historically maintained deep ties with Russia, critics say Mr Putin’s visit could strain relations with the ...

Australia turn up the heat with rapid response in second Test

England were feeling the heat on day two at the Gabba, where Australia launched a dashing response to Joe Root’s unbeaten century in the second Ashes Test. The tourists were all out for 334 inside the ...

Ronnie O’Sullivan at 50: The Rocket’s storied career in 50-word snapshots

O’Sullivan made his first competitive 147 at the 1991 English Amateur Championship aged 15. He has made a record 17 competitive maximums, including the fastest ever recorded, in five minutes and eight ...

Elf from the North Pole visits Swindon Borough Council

Swindon Borough Council has announced that Hansel the Elf, "fresh from the North Pole," will be appearing at various civic locations throughout December. Hansel was welcomed by the Mayor of Swindon, ...

Seafloor animals down by 37% in deep-sea mining zone, landmark study finds

Seafloor animals decreased by 37% in a deep-sea mining exploration zone, a landmark report has found. Scientists from the Natural History Museum (NHM), University of Gothenburg and National ...