1,800 year-old mini Pompeii unearthed during Rome metro line excavations

The remains of two buildings, including a solarium, and the bones of a dog were identified by archaeologists.

Jun 28, 2017

Nicola Sturgeon postpones plans for second Scottish referendum until Brexit terms are clear

Scotlands devolved government has shelved its immediate plans to hold a second independence referendum until after the terms of Britains exit from the EU are clear, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said on Tuesday (27 June).The Scottish parliament previously backed Sturgeons bid to hold a new referendum in 2018 or early 2019, but British Prime Minister Theresa May had refused to enter discussions on the proposal.

Jun 28, 2017

Climate change forecast to make giant hailstones across North America

Giant hailstones are set to become the norm over parts of North America as a result of climate change according to a new study in the journal Nature Climate Change, which looks at how projected climate conditions over the coming decades will affect hailstorms, including their frequency and the size of the stones produced.

Jun 27, 2017

Shocking CCTV footage shows assault with bottle on London street

The Met Police have released footage of the assault in Seven Sisters that took place in March 2017. Police are seeking more information on the suspect, who can be seen hitting a man over the head with a bottle after what appears to be an argument.

Jun 27, 2017

Meet the New York baker literally making internet trolls eat their own words

A New York baker has been literally making internet trolls eat their words, after starting a business which sends people cakes with their mean comments written on them. Kat Thek runs Troll Cakes Bakery and Detectives Agency, a company which decorates cakes with negative comments, and sends them to the person who wrote them in the mail. The company has also offered to decorate their cakes in tweets by U.S. President Donald Trump, and send them to the White House. Speaking to Reuters, owner Kat Thek said, Trolls keep trolling, but what I do like doing is making fun of it. I think if youre going to be a jerk, thats funny and we get to laugh at you. Thats my favorite part of it.

Jun 27, 2017

Is this the most patient streaker ever?

Auckland native Caleb Marshall may have captured footage of one of the most patient streakers ever after the man sat with his trousers off in the chilly Eden Park in Auckland, waiting for the right moment to invade the British and Irish Lions first test against New Zealand. Once Lions player Rhys Webb crossed the line for a last-minute try, the man saw his moment, evaded stewards around the pitch and then entered the field of play, eventually being tackled to the ground by a swarm of security.

Jun 27, 2017

Car bomb kills Ukrainian military intelligence officer in Kiev

A colonel in Ukraines military intelligence service was killed in a car bomb in Kiev on June 27, the countrys Defence Ministry said, describing the incident as a terrorist act.Police said an explosive device in the vehicle blew up at 8.16am local time while the car was moving, killing the driver and wounding a passerby. The deceased man was reportedly named as Colonel Maksim Shapoval.

Jun 27, 2017

Car bomb kills Ukrainian military intelligence officer in Kiev

A colonel in Ukraines military intelligence service was killed in a car bomb in Kiev on June 27, the countrys Defence Ministry said, describing the incident as a terrorist act.Police said an explosive device in the vehicle blew up at 8.16am local time while the car was moving, killing the driver and wounding a passerby. The deceased man was reportedly named as Colonel Maksim Shapoval.

Jun 27, 2017

Michael Fallon: UK will support any US retaliation against Assad over possible Syria chemical attacks

The United States has warned Syrian President Bashar Assad will pay a heavy price if his forces follow through with suspected planning for another chemical attack. Defence Secretary Sir Michael Fallon said Britain will support any future retaliation strikes by the U.S.

Jun 27, 2017

Can a robot pull the perfect pint?

While the craft of pulling the perfect pint usually relies on human expertise and skill, it seems robots have mastered the art.According to the BBC Leeds, the local engineering company, Quality Bearings, has been commissioned to build a pint-pulling robot. The contraption starts with an interactive screen for humans to click for a pint, then the beer tap is mechanically pulled down, filling a pint glass.

Jun 27, 2017

Police officer injured after huge brawl forces San Francisco shopping mall to close

A shopping mall in San Francisco had to close early after a large brawl broke out. Two people were arrested, and one police officer injured, after the massive fight in the Westfield San Francisco Centre on June 25. While the cause of the brawl remains unclear, according to NBC it started between two dozen people in the food court area.

Jun 27, 2017

Dramatic CCTV shows tourists knocked out and robbed in New Orleans

A pair of tourists walking through the French Quarter of New Orleans were attacked from behind and robbed by at least four men on 24 June. New Orleans Police said the two male victims from Boston were taken to hospital, one of them in critical condition. Police have arrested two suspects and seeking two others.

Jun 27, 2017

HMS Queen Elizabeth aircraft carrier leaves port for first time

The Royal Navys new aircraft carrier HMS Queen Elizabeth left its home port of Rosyth on the Firth of Forth for the first time on 26 June. The aircraft carrier weighs 65,000 tons, has a top speed of 25 knots and can house up to 1600 crew on-board.

Jun 27, 2017

Salvador Dalis body to be exhumed for paternity test

A Spanish judge has ordered the remains of artist Salvador Dali to be exhumed following a paternity suit by a woman.

Jun 27, 2017

The highest-paid actresses of 2016: Jennifer Lawrence, Melissa McCarthy and more

Here are the highest-paid actresses of 2016.

Jun 27, 2017

Chance the Rapper honoured with BET Humanitarian Award

Chance the Rapper became the youngest person to win the BET Humanitarian Award, at age 24. His award was introduced by former first lady Michelle Obama.

Jun 27, 2017

OnePlus 5: Hands On Review

Heres everything you need to know about the OnePlus 5 before its online full release on 27 June.

Jun 27, 2017

Trump announces NY Jets owner Woody Johnson as UK ambassador

President Trump has formally announced that billionaire and owner of the NY Jets, Woody Johnson, will be his ambassador to the UK.

Jun 27, 2017

Trump says US-India ties have never been stronger and better

US President Donald Trump welcomed Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the White House on Monday (26 June) and lauded the relationship between the two countries as very, very strong and very, very powerful. Trump said he looks forward to working with Modi to create jobs in both the countries to grow their economies and to create a trading relationship that is fair and reciprocal. The future of their partnership has never looked brighter and better, he added.

Jun 27, 2017

Trump says US-India ties have never been stronger and better

US President Donald Trump welcomed Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the White House on Monday (26 June) and lauded the relationship between the two countries as very, very strong and very, very powerful. Trump said he looks forward to working with Modi to create jobs in both the countries to grow their economies and to create a trading relationship that is fair and reciprocal. The future of their partnership has never looked brighter and better, he added.

Jun 27, 2017