Murder suspect arrested after one of UK’s richest men stabbed to death

A murder investigation is under way after one of Britain's richest men was stabbed to death at a property in Dorset.

China clamps down on Bitcoin mining where some can earn £60,000 a day

From the outside, it looks like the sort of huge industrial site typical of West China. A dry, dusty corner of the country where 3,000 people are at work.

Ice around Antarctica could collapse if global temperatures rise by 4C

Ice surrounding Antarctica could be at risk of collapsing if global temperatures increase by 4C, experts warn.

Australian soap Neighbours facing review over racism allegations

Australian soap Neighbours is facing an independent review over allegations of racism.

Why do gorillas beat their chests? New research gives insight into behaviour of silverbacks

When gorillas beat their chests they show how big their body is, assess the fighting ability of rivals and attract mates, according to new research.

Man ‘plotted to have hitman, hired on dark web, attack ex-girlfriend with acid’

A man has been arrested after allegedly plotting to get a hitman to disfigure his former girlfriend with acid and assault her so she would be left wheelchair-bound.

Manchester Arena bomber’s brother calls prison officer a ‘filthy pig’

The brother of the Manchester Arena bomber has appeared in court accused of assaulting a prison officer and told the magistrate: "I did assault that filthy pig, but I don't see any wrongdoing in...

UK set to reach herd immunity ‘milestone’ within days, say scientists

Britain is set to reach herd immunity against COVID-19 within days marking a "milestone" in the fight against coronavirus, according to scientists.