Scientists are using fisheye lenses under water to create 360-degree maps of reefs and other underwater wonders.

Traders in London were left in limbo today after Hurricane Sandy forced Wall Street to shut down for the first time since the September 11 attacks.

Improved economic confidence and a much-needed rally for BP shares ensured the London market ended the week on the front foot today.

UK cash machine operator Cardpoint today rejected the £105m (€156.7m) takeover offer which prompted the resignation of its chairman last month.

The Lloyd’s of London insurance market is still on track for a good profit in 2004 despite expected claims of around £1 billion from a spate of hurricanes, a senior market source says.