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The 7 beautiful African countries where it snows - one becomes a 'winter wonderland'

All too often Africa gets categorised in blanket descriptions. While the continent’s countries share many of the same characteristics, it is also one of the most diverse places on Earth.The belief...

Travel expert reveals the 8 items you should never pack in hand luggage

As travel restrictions change and continue to evolve, particularly following the recent ban on UK travellers from bringing meats and cheeses back from the EU, it’s more important than ever to know...

The incredible European island with hardly any Brits that's home to Europe's only desert

Tucked away in the heart of the Mediterranean, Corsica remains one of Europe’s best-kept secrets for family-friendly holidays. Branded as the “lesser-known Côte Orientale”, this French island...

'We barricaded both doors': Fear and chaos at Florida State University

'We barricaded both doors': Fear and chaos at Florida State UniversityThe stepson of a police officer allegedly opened fire at Florida State University (FSU) using her former service weapon, killing...

Beautiful little city in Italy overshadowed by famous neighbours with hardly any tourists

Tucked between Venice and Verona lies one beautiful little Italian city without the crowds of its popular neighbours, or the tourist tax. Less than an hour from Venice, it's an ideal retreat during a...

Watch: Olympic legend leaves parents in her dust at school sports day

Olympic legend shows no mercy to fellow parents at school sports dayThis is the moment Jamaica's sprint icon Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce completely demolished other parents in a race at her son's school...

Ultimate quiz with 100 questions on Britain to test yourself with this Easter

Test yourself with 100 questions on Britain (Image: Getty)There's nothing that brings the family together more than a good old fashioned quiz.If you're stuck for what to do over the Bank Holiday why...

Sloth has pioneering surgery to cure toothache

Sloth has pioneering surgery to cure toothache3 hours agoAngela FergusonBBC News, LiverpoolChester ZooA sloth has had pioneering dental surgery to cure toothache.Rico is believed to be the first...

Watch: Newly released body cam footage from Gene Hackman's home

Newly released body cam footage from Gene Hackman's homeThe Santa Fe County Sheriff's Office has released new body cam footage from inside the home of Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa. In the...

Watch: Biden attacks Trump in first speech since leaving White House

Watch: Biden attacks Trump in first speech since leaving White HouseFormer US President Joe Biden has used his first speech since leaving the White House to attack the work of his successor, Donald...

US special envoy meets Putin as Trump urges Russia to 'get moving' on Ukraine ceasefire

US special envoy meets Putin as Trump urges Russia to 'get moving' on Ukraine ceasefire3 days agoDearbail JordanReutersUS envoy Steve Witkoff met Vladimir Putin in St Petersburg on Friday, as Donald...

Watch from launch to landing: The Blue Origin voyage into space

Watch from launch to landing: All-female crew travels into spaceThe crew included Katy Perry, Amanda Nguyen, Gayle King, Aisha Bowe, Kerianne Flynn, and Lauren Sanchez. The flight lasted around 11...

US fires Greenland military base chief for 'undermining' Vance

US fires Greenland military base chief for 'undermining' Vance3 days agoAdrienne Murray & Hafsa KhalilBBC NewsGetty ImagesThe head of the US military base in Greenland has been fired after she...

Reform civil war explodes as Rupert Lowe calls out former party over 'cult of NHS'

Suspended MP Rupert Lowe has demanded a Royal Commission is set up to find ways to replace the “cult of the NHS” - including PAYING for it - saying patients are paying the price for using an...

Every banned hand luggage item on easyJet, TUI, Ryanair and Jet2

Airlines have strict rules over what passengers can and cannot take onboard flights in their hand luggage.With the school Easter holidays now in full swing and summer fast approaching, many UK...

Piastri dominates in Bahrain as Russell holds on to second

Getty ImagesAndrew BensonF1 Correspondent41 minutes ago175 CommentsMcLaren's Oscar Piastri took a controlled, dominant victory in the Bahrain Grand Prix to close on team-mate Lando Norris in the...

Donald Trump's tantrums are frightening but provide huge opportunities for the UK

It was a rollercoaster week. First, Universal Studios dropped new plans to bring its first thrill-packed ride-fest to Bedford. Then President Trump sent global markets into a vertical drop with a...

People are only just realising Strictly star Felicity Kendall has an Oscar nominated son

The Good Life and Strictly Come Dancing star Felicity Kendall's son is an acclaimed artist in his own right and has twice been nominated for an Academy Award. Iconic actress Felicity, 78, shares her...

Universal theme park is coming to the UK - so what could it look like?

Universal theme park is coming to the UK - so what could it look like?6 hours agoAmy WalkerBBC NewsGetty ImagesA new Universal theme park near Bedford - the first in Europe - was announced to much...

Elton celebrates 'extraordinary' 10th number one album

Elton celebrates 'extraordinary' 10th number one album37 minutes agoMark SavageMusic CorrespondentGetty ImagesSir Elton John says he is "blown away" after scoring the 10th UK number one album of his...