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Wanted: righteous leaders

Fear gripped everyone on the plane: its wing had exploded; the engine had stopped – and it was plunging rapidly towards the ground. Yet, things were to get worse. The plane found itself heading directly towards a baseball... read more »

Hybrid hits the heights

The Volvo V60 T8 AWD Polestar Engineered is one hell of an estate car. It’s sexy, luxurious and sporty – all at the same time. Yep, that’s right, I said 'sporty', and I am talking about a Volvo!... read more »

Every picture tells a story

As hundreds of visitors prepare to flock to the Lake District for this weekend's Kendal Mountain Festival – one church in the picturesque northern town is getting ready to make scores of photographers feel very welcome, writes Val Fraser. On Sunday 21 November, the Gateway... read more »

Fogle's inspiring quest...

The BBC series Scotland’s Sacred Islands is so much more than a travel programme. It’s an adventure; a mighty quest! Like all the best heroes in all the best stories, Ben Fogle undertakes a challenging physical journey only... read more »

A father to the fatherless

Gentleman, you can save the world by doing one thing that will substantially reduce crime, end male violence against women, overcome the ever-growing mental health crisis, put gangs out of business and alleviate poverty. So, will you rise... read more »

Learning from cricket's crisis

I don't have a clue about what has gone on at Yorkshire – with allegations of racism rife and damning official reports creating a crisis for my home county cricket club. But I do know whatever has happened... read more »

Bringing home the bacon

It's official... the great bacon butty is once again the UK’s favourite sandwich, according to new research. In a week that saw World Sandwich Day celebrated (we're not joking), a study conducted by Foodhub has discovered one in five Brits opts for bacon as their... read more »