The display took place over Hong Kong’s Victoria Harbour after the city was gifted two more giant pandas by Beijing.

Hussey and Leonard Whiting rose to fame as teenagers after starring in the 1968 film version of the Shakespearean tragedy.

From the death of former taoiseach John Bruton, to the unexpected resignation of Leo Varadkar as premier, the year has been dominated by politics.

The Prime Minister has called on Britain’s regulators to do more to prioritise growth as he seeks to improve living standards by 2029.

At least one US lottery player has plenty to celebrate as they ring in the new year after winning an estimated 1.22 billion dollars (£970 million) on Friday’s Mega Millions draw. After three months ...

A murder investigation has been launched after a stabbing victim died in north-west London. Officers were called to reports of an attack in Linacre Road, Willesden Green, at around 4.16am on Saturday.

More than 1,300 pea-sized Desertas Island land snails have been released after a successful breeding programme by Chester Zoo.

Disruption is continuing at some of the UK’s busiest airports as thick fog blankets the country. Flights at Stansted airport have been affected by the weather conditions, while live departure boards ...

The Scottish First Minister has urged people to “pay close attention” to weather warnings in place throughout the Hogmanay period. The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for most of the ...

Shoppers have been left bemused after spotting Easter eggs on supermarket shelves before New Year’s Eve. With Easter Sunday falling on April 20 next year, customers shared their confusion on social ...

The First Minister donned his running shoes in aid of a charity that helps those with a serious neurodegenerative condition. On Friday at 11am, John Swinney met with representatives from the My Name’5 ...

A FORMER primary school teacher who runs playful reading and storytelling classes for young children has put together a free activity pack for the Christmas holidays. Little Story Shapers runs ...