North Korea fired several types of short-range ballistic missiles into its eastern sea, adding to a run of military displays that raised tensions in the region. South Korea’s military on Thursday said ...

A 99-year-old veteran who fought in the Normandy campaign after lying about his age has spoken of his “relief” at learning the war in Europe had come to an end. Born in London in 1925, Donald Turrell ...

Alexander Churchill, 10, will take part in a thanksgiving service marking the 80th anniversary of VE Day at Westminster Abbey on Thursday.

April was the 21st month in the last 22 for which the global average temperature was more than 1.5C above the pre-industrial ...

The naturalist has been on our screens for more than seven decades, presenting TV programmes including Planet Earth and Blue Planet.

A man has told of his surprise at finding Second World War documents from a Scot who fought in the conflict hidden in a desk 18 years after he died. Martin Reid bought the desk at auction four years ...

Celebrations have been ongoing since Monday, when Ukrainian troops joined British soldiers in a parade through central London.

The Prime Minister is also expected to announce a £563 million contract for Rolls-Royce for the maintenance of Britain’s fleet of Typhoon jets.

The party at Horse Guards Parade will conclude four days of celebrations marking 80 years since victory in Europe was declared.

Economic growth is also on track to be weaker than previously expected this year, according to the Niesr think tank.