A new generation of men are useless morons incapable of basic tasks such as ironing or putting up a shelf, says Top Gear star James May.

A Scotland Yard detective is in trouble for allegedly inserting song titles into his evidence.

The two European superpowers, long distrustful of each other, have entered into a Defence Treaty.

The December issue of British Vogue will be available as an iPad app, but editor Alexandra Shulman is waiting to gauge reaction before embarking on a second instalment.

News Corporation has reported 105,000 online sales of The Times and The Sunday Times - the first official figures sincce putting its online news content behind a paywall.

The body's immune defences can destroy the common cold virus after it has invaded the inner sanctum of a human cell, scientists have found.

Kiwis flying out of the United Kingdom face hefty fare increases after an increase in British departure taxes that could cost up to $355.

Growing numbers of local authorities in Britain are forcing their staff to 'clock out' every time they take a cigarette break.

A backlash against big spikes in departure tax for people travelling on long-haul flights from Britain has gone global.

British singer Lily Allen has suffered a miscarriage six months into her pregnancy, her spokesperson says.

A Kiwi cook and a global baker have cooked up a recipe for simple but tasty home meals.

Britain's spy chief is red-faced after his daughter posted a photo of herself posing with a gold Kalashnikov rifle.

Sunday Times rugby writer Stephen Jones has labelled the All Blacks' haka as the 'instrument of the worst kind of sporting arrogance'.

The English are producing world-class champagnes.

Europe's tallest Ferris wheel offers new views of a great city, writes David Leggat.

Carola Long looks back on the partnership between the world's most famous model and one of the UK's best-known high street clothing chains.

It's the beginning of the end for the Harry Potter films with J.K. Rowling's epic Deathly Hallows story being divided into two movies, giving the many villains plenty of time to shine. DES SAMPSON reports

Winston Churchill is rightly remembered for leading Britain through her finest hour - but what if he also led the country through her most shameful hour?

On the eve of the world rowing championships, Britain has lost one of its Olympic heroes with the tragic death of Andy Holmes.

Readers of Conde Nast Traveler have rated their top 10 European islands.

Edinburgh's Hogmanay welcomes the New Year with an exciting programme of free and ticketed events offering something for all ages.

Embattled celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay, 43, has had a tough week.