Astrid Larsen’s father, Leif Anders ‘Shetlands’ Larsen, was one of the most famous seafarers involved in the ‘Shetland Bus’ escape route.

News of the German surrender was eagerly anticipated across the UK in the days leading up to VE Day. Many had already draped their houses with bunting and bought Union flags for the coming ...

Four boats have capsized in a sudden storm at a tourist spot in south-western China, killing 10 people, state media said. More than 80 people fell into a river when strong winds hit the scenic area in ...

Experts at Walkers and Mars have revealed why some snacks get discontinued, plus the steps customers can take to bring them back ...

A former prison officer who was attacked by an inmate while she was on duty is campaigning for mandatory protective gear for all prison staff in the UK. Claire Lewis, 50, from Washington in Sunderland ...

A fundraiser set up to support the mother of a 14-year-old boy who died following a fire at an industrial estate in Gateshead has raised more than £13,000.

Four boats capsized in a sudden storm on a river in southwestern China, leaving nine dead and one missing, state media said on Monday. More than 80 people fell into the Wu River when strong winds hit ...

Speaking as a man who would rather swim to America than fly, a fear of flying is no joke. Whether you’re a seasoned multi-centre trip flyer or a lover of the short-haul holiday, for many people, ...

Steam trains, Clun Castle, Bahamas, Earl of Mount Edgecumbe and The Whistling Ghost to visit Worcester - here's where and when.

Worcester Snooker League are holding an event in which attendees could play a frame against snooker legend Michael 'The Hitman' Holt.

SEVERAL roads across the Malvern Hills District are set to close for maintenance and utility works. Bank Street will close for two days between Saturday, May 17 and Monday, June 9, for carriageway ...

STAFF working at a Worcestershire Acute Hospital are under threat of redundancy following an announcement from one of the NHS's largest private contractors. ISS has announced it will begin a 30-day ...