A major breakthrough has been announced by US scientists in the race to recreate nuclear fusion. Physicists have pursued the technology for decades as it promises a potential source of near-limitless clean energy.
The boss of the luxury goods group whose brands include Glenmorangie whisky has been named as the world's richest person.
About four million UK households will face higher mortgage payments next year, the Bank of England has said - with the typical payment up by £250.