Boris Johnson's Brexit approach puts him on 'collision course' with EU

Jill Lawless|Published

With Britain's departure from the European Union due in less than 100 days, new Prime Minister Boris Johnson has no meetings scheduled with officials.

Je suis Charlie? Attack sparks debate on free speech limits

Jill Lawless|Published

Charlie Hebdo has not been silenced

Take home some elegant Downton style

Jill Lawless|Published

From wine Lord Grantham might find palatable to the period paint on the country estate’s walls, it’s all now for sale though, it’s hoped, the emulation will be kept ...

The missing link that never was

Jill Lawless|Published

It was an archaeological hoax that fooled scientists for decades. Now researchers are determined to find out who was responsible for Piltdown Man.

India’s Olympic team abuzz about woman

Jill Lawless|Published

Indian officials were left mystified - and miffed - after an unknown young woman marched with the country's athletes during the opening ceremony of the Olympics. ...

Shakespeare’s curtain theatre found

Jill Lawless|Published

Archaeologists in London have discovered the remains of an Elizabethan theatre where some of William Shakespeare's plays were first performed.

Fracking caused quakes, say scientists

Jill Lawless|Published

A mining company has halted drilling for shale gas in England after scientists said two small earthquakes might be linked to the controversial process.