Finance
HS2 failings blamed on high-speed focus and political pressure
A new reviews confirms the high-speed rail line's "original sins" include a technical design, changing political priorit
World
China hosts 23rd edition of iconic Great Wall marathon
Runners from across the globe put their physical and mental stamina to the test on May 16: to conquer the Great Wall of
Sports
West Ham relegation may cost Londoners £2.5m
London taxpayers may have to pay an extra £2.5m if West Ham are relegated from the Premier League, because of the club's
World
DR Congo takes emergency measures to contain new Ebola outbreak
DRC authorities have been advised to take emergency measures in a bid to contain the latest Ebola outbreak. Dozens of li
Entertainment
New BBC boss warns that 'tough choices are unavoidable'
Ex-Google executive Matt Brittin says the BBC has "never been more needed" but faces "very real challenges".
World
A Search for Ways Around Blocked Strait Leads to Syria
The latest war in the Middle East has created new economic opportunities for Syria thanks to its geography.
World
Catastrophe Is Emerging in the World’s Most Vulnerable Places
The humanitarian relief system, decimated by cuts, faces a grave challenge as the Middle East war causes soaring costs f
World
Russian drones hit two ships off Ukraine's coast, including Chinese-owned vessel
Russia launched hundreds of drones and nearly two dozen missiles at Ukraine overnight, hitting two ships in the Black S
Entertainment
Projeto Paradiso and Embratur Announce ‘The Blue Trail’ Amongst First Round of Selected Films for Screen Brasil, Confirm Expanded Second Edition (EXCLUSIVE)
Brazilian Tourism Board Embratur and leading philanthropic initiative Projeto Paradiso have announced the three films se
Finance
IEA Chief Warns Commercial Oil Inventories Are Falling Very Fast
International Energy Agency Executive Director Fatih Birol warned that the tally of commercial oil inventories is shrink
Sports
'Gummy' fan Woad on second LPGA Tour title
England's Lottie Woad seals her second LPGA Tour title by winning the Kriger Queen City Championship. The 22-year-old sh
Gaming
As the Stop Killing Games initiative advances, blocky racing game Lego 2K Drive is being delisted tomorrow
The Stop Killing Games initiative, which is fighting against the full termination of games, recently made it to the Euro