How a volcano triggered a global catastrophe and a 'year without summer'

On April 10,1815,the Indonesian island of Sumbawa witnessed one of the most powerful volcanic eruptions in recorded history (Picture: Getty Images/500px)

Waymo's robotaxis are now driving themselves around London

Cars controlled by artificial intelligence are driving around London now.

Mum dies 'surrounded by family' weeks after being struck by iron bar

Scarlett Faulkner, 29, was allegedly struck with an iron bar on Saturday, March 21 - three weeks ago.

British easyJet passengers 'pass out' in hours-long border check queues at Milan airport

EasyJet said the delays were out of their control and they delayed take-off to give passengers more time (Picture: Will Scott)

Wheeled-legged Robot Showdown: Who is the leading benchmark product?

Woman starts sneezing out bugs after developing an infection

The unusual ailment, which terrified those who witnessed it, was caused by a parasitic fly’s larvae.

Fuel price protests are blocking roads across Ireland - could they happen in the UK?

The standstills and road closures have had heartbreaking consequences for some after missed hospital appointments.

Cat and dog become friends after they're rescued from warzone by a drone

The dog was seen being pulled from a bag after the ordeal of the flight, with the cat also creeping out.

Woman caught in mid-air by man after fairground ride malfunctions

Videos caught the attraction rotating above the ground despite signs that something had gone wrong.

This app tells you if someone is spying on you with their glasses

Get ready for your close-up (Picture: Getty/ Metro) We’ve all felt like we’re being watched – but the 2026 version of that is feeling like we’re being filmed with smart glasses.