The global banking giant increased provisions for loans expected to turn sour by 202 million US dollars (£150.7 million) in the first quarter.

The Irish band said a video extract in which a band member appeared to voice support for killing MPs had been deliberately taken out of context.

A former Royal Marine is attempting to complete the world’s longest triathlon which he started in the UK and will finish at the summit of Mount Everest.

BP revealed a new growth strategy focused on extracting more oil and gas after pressure from some investors to boost profits at the firm. At the time, bosses said the ...