30,000 tremors have rocked Antarctica since the end of August, scientists say

More than 30,000 tremors have rocked Antarctica since the end of August, according to new research.

Russia developing new ‘hypersonic’ weapons as it blames US for starting arms race

Vladimir Putin has told his annual news conference that Russia is developing new "hypersonic weapons" in response to a new arms race, which he says was triggered by the US.

Secondary schools in England told to stagger pupils’ return in January

The reopening of secondary schools and colleges in England after Christmas will not be delayed - but will be staggered, the government has said.

Big Ben to ‘wake up’ again on New Year’s Eve

Big Ben will chime again to ring in the new year, House of Commons authorities have said.

Non-urgent surgery and outpatient clinics on hold in parts of South Wales

All non-urgent surgery, outpatient clinics and specialist nurse services are on hold and staff are being redeployed to cope with the surge in coronavirus cases in parts of South Wales.

Furlough scheme extended until end of April

The furlough scheme subsidising wages for temporarily laid-off workers will be extended until the end of April, Chancellor Rishi Sunak has announced.

What tier am I in? Find out the rules in your area by typing in your postcode

Changes to the tiers system in England mean 68% of the country - or 37.8 million people - will be living under the toughest Tier 3 coronavirus rules.

England’s weekly COVID cases rise 12% – Test and Trace

Coronavirus cases have increased by 12% in England, according to weekly Test and Trace figures.