NASA's 'megarocket' roars into life – but only briefly, putting launch in jeopardy
NASA’s deep space exploration rocket has briefly ignited its four engines for the first time. The test was a crucial step towards a debut unmanned launch later this year under…
More mass vaccination centres opening as target to reach 2m jabs a week appears within reach
Ten new vaccination centres are due to open in England on Monday as the drive continues to protect the population against COVID-19. They will join the seven existing mass vaccination sites…
Hand saws, chain saws, even lasers: Magic's famous trick celebrates 100 years
A hundred years ago, an enthralled audience gasped as magician PT Selbit sawed through a wooden crate while a woman was lying inside. The performance in London’s Finsbury Park…
'Very special moment' as Nepali sherpas are the first to reach top of K2 in winter
A team of Nepalese sherpas has made history by scaling the world’s second-highest peak during the winter season. The 10 climbers reached the summit of Pakistan’s K2 on Saturday,…
Man arrested in Washington DC with handgun and ammo as US nervously approaches Biden inauguration
A man has been arrested in Washington DC with a loaded handgun and more than 500 rounds of ammunition just days before Joe Biden’s inauguration. The man, identified as Wesley Allen…
Tracking down the militia among the 'Oath Keepers' who stormed the US Capitol
America is finally waking up to the problems caused by its polarising politics. And if Sky News’ investigations into one small community in mid-west Ohio are anything to go by, it is…
Tiny Cornwall seaside resort to host G7 summit of world leaders
Boris Johnson will host this year’s G7 summit in the tiny seaside resort of Carbis Bay in Cornwall, where he will urge world leaders to unite in “building back better” from…
William 'proud' of Queen and Duke for getting COVID jabs as he urges 'everyone' to get the vaccine
Prince William has said he is “very proud” of the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh for getting their coronavirus vaccinations. During an online discussion with NHS staff and…
Dog owner 'completely broken' as pet who helped him cope with depression is stolen during attack
Dog walkers are increasingly being targeted by violent criminals intent on stealing their high value pets to sell on for profit. Demand for dogs has soared during the pandemic and police saw…
Serious threat of 'armed, disturbed people' at Biden inauguration, warns ex-FBI boss
Former FBI boss James Comey has told Sky News he is worried about the threat of violence from “armed, disturbed people” at Joe Biden’s inauguration. Mr Comey, who was…