Egyption scientists say they have unearthed the secrets behind how the Great Sphinx – one of the ancient world’s biggest wonders – was built. The origins of the Sphinx have baffled researchers for decades, with many agreeing that the statue’s face was hand-carved more
A surfer is feared dead after being attacked by a great white shark on a popular beach in Australia. The 55-year-old, whose identity has yet to be released, was targeted “from the side” by a 14-foot beast near Granite Rock, south of
Experts are also warning that the current multi-billion-pound bill to the taxpayer will soar if tens of thousands of elderly or needy people are left struggling to shop, cook and feed themselves. In 2014, two thirds of local authorities funded a Meals
Great Britain will be sweating over the fitness of Cameron Norrie ahead of the Davis Cup after the 28-year-old withdrew from the Paris Masters with a new injury. Norrie has already been named in the British quintet for the knockout stages of
Princess Kate is believed to enjoy the same healthy breakfast each day, consisting of two vegetables and plenty of protein and carbs to get her morning off to a great start. Hair experts at Longevita have suggested that the royal enjoys oats
Dan Evans has officially pulled out of next week’s Paris Masters after hurting his calf in Vienna. The extent of the world No 35’s injury is not yet known but his withdrawal will come as a bad sign with Britain’s Davis Cup quarter-final
The Queen has unveiled a sculpture of veteran jockey Frankie Dettori at Ascot to mark his farewell to Britain. Camilla attended QIPCO British Champions Day at the Berkshire racecourse yesterday where she was assisted by members of the Greencoats to uncover the
Some 18 people died in the “great storm”, while 15 million trees were destroyed and thousands of homes lost power. The strongest wind gust, of 120mph, was recorded at Shoreham, West Sussex. 55 years ago (1968) Two black American athletes staged an anti-racism
A devastating fire broke out in a barn on the southwest side of Chicago, Illinois on this day in history on Oct. 8, 1871. Known as The Great Chicago Fire, the blaze burned through the heart of the Windy City, killing 300
It gave a preview of just how devastating the pair could be on the break when afforded the time and space, with Szoboszlai now occupying several midfielders in the middle. He was limited to just one shot – a 25-yarder from range