Gloucester named UK's BDSM capital in new research
Research reveals Gloucester as the UK's BDSM hotspot, with Hounslow leading in searches. Discover the surprising sex toy trends across British cities.
Research reveals Gloucester as the UK's BDSM hotspot, with Hounslow leading in searches. Discover the surprising sex toy trends across British cities.
Australians face a Christmas Day of weather extremes, from scorching 41C heat in Perth to a chilly 16C in Hobart. Discover the forecast for your capital city and how to plan your celebrations.
A new study reveals the world's top food destinations. Naples takes the crown, but no UK city made the top 30. Discover the full list and the Italian dominance.
A circle of human skulls from a Bronze Age settlement in Cambridgeshire may have been a ritual defence against rising waters. Discover the story of Must Farm and our age-old battle with floods.
Advanced DNA sequencing reveals the true origins of Beachy Head Woman, a Roman-era skeleton once thought to be Britain's earliest known black Briton. Discover the full story of the 'local girl from Eastbourne'.
The MIT community mourns the shocking shooting death of plasma science director Nuno Loureiro, 47. Police are investigating with no suspect or motive yet released. Read the full story.
A Brazilian professor visiting Harvard Law School has agreed to leave the US after his arrest by ICE. He was charged over a pellet gun incident outside a synagogue on the eve of Yom Kippur.
The US Men's National Team announces a formidable pre-World Cup schedule, facing European giants Portugal, Belgium, and Germany in 2025. Discover the full fixture list and strategic implications.
Archaeologists discover Neolithic conch-shell trumpets in Catalonia, used 6,000 years ago for communication and music. Hear the sounds of our ancient ancestors.
UK cities waste enough heat to meet 38% of London's demand. Learn 6 key lessons from Europe on rolling out heat networks to slash energy bills, create jobs, and decarbonise urban centres.
Fresh archaeological research reveals surprising new details about Peru's mysterious Band of Holes, challenging previous theories about this ancient enigma. Discover the latest findings.
After 900 years, researchers reveal how Easter Island's massive moai statues were moved using rope-rocking method. Discover the ancient secrets of Rapa Nui engineering.
Cristiano Ronaldo's red card suspension reduced by FIFA after White House dinner with Infantino, sparking accusations of preferential treatment for star players.
Cristiano Ronaldo is eligible for Portugal's World Cup opener after Fifa suspended two games of his three-match ban for a red card against the Republic of Ireland. Discover the details.
New BBC series Civilisations: Rise and Fall draws chilling parallels between ancient collapses and contemporary society. Essential viewing on iPlayer now.
As BBC Two's Civilisations: Rise and Fall explores the British Museum's artefacts, discover what history warns us about being on the brink of disaster. Plus, tonight's TV highlights.
Genetic analysis of prehistoric birch tar chewed 10,500 years ago in Estonia reveals a brown-eyed, brown-haired teenager. This remarkable discovery connects us directly with Stone Age life.
Portugal's aviation authority orders Ryanair to accept printed boarding passes, challenging the airline's new digital-only policy and protecting passenger rights.
Everything you need to know about the 2026 FIFA World Cup across Canada, Mexico, and the USA. From the 48-team format and host cities to tickets and the historic half-time show.
Archaeologists uncover 16 submerged Indigenous canoes in Lake Mendota, revealing a 5,200-year-old prehistoric 'parking lot' used by ancient travellers. Discover this remarkable find.
Discover why Rotterdam, Amsterdam's 'younger sister', offers better architecture, affordability and authentic Dutch experiences. Find hidden gems and travel tips.
Groundbreaking research from the University of Oxford suggests Neanderthals likely kissed both each other and early modern humans, challenging perceptions of ancient relationships.
Archaeologists uncover a 346-acre Bronze Age settlement in Kazakhstan, revealing advanced metallurgy and challenging nomadic stereotypes. Explore the lost 'City of Seven Ravines'.
Over 130 people detained in Charlotte immigration crackdown. North Carolina governor condemns tactics 'stoking fear'. Protests escalate as residents report heavy-handed arrests.
Join a solo travel group in Portugal's Algarve to taste Sir Cliff Richard's award-winning wines and explore the beauty of Olhao. Discover the perfect holiday for solo travellers.
Storm Claudia brings devastating flooding to Portugal and Spain, with tornado killing British woman in Albufeira. Extreme weather impacts Europe and California.
Bruno Fernandes and João Neves score hat-tricks as Portugal seal their 2026 World Cup place with a stunning 9-1 victory over Armenia in Porto. Read the full match report.
An 85-year-old British woman has died as Storm Claudia's 114kmph winds battered Portugal's Algarve region, causing extensive damage at an Albufeira campsite. Follow live updates.
Portugal plans a formal complaint to FIFA after Cristiano Ronaldo's red card against Ireland. The appeal aims to reduce a potential multi-game ban that could impact his World Cup participation.
An 85-year-old British woman has died after a tornado from Storm Claudia hit a hotel in Albufeira, Portugal. Two others were seriously injured and 26 hurt in the severe weather.