Archaeologists have discovered the remains of a former slave in Pompeii and described it as one of the best-preserved skeletons ever found at the ancient Roman city.
A laboratory in the US is on the cusp of a breakthrough in nuclear fusion research which would see the fuel it generates release more energy than is needed to ignite it.
Comedian Sean Lock, best known for panel shows 8 Out Of 10 Cats and 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown, has died aged 58, his agent told the PA news agency.
A former Royal Marine commando says his wife and a pregnant employee are now in a safe house in Afghanistan after they unsuccessfully attempted to get a flight out of Kabul.
