Lt Cdr Sam Edgar, veteran submariner whose dry humour was equally suited to mess decks and wardrooms

Lieutenant Commander Sam Edgar, who has died aged 88, was a long-serving marine engineer and submariner. Though as a submariner he was most familiar with diesel engines and battery power, on promotion ...

Across the USA, celebrations, fireworks for America's 250th

Photos and videos of Americans who put up with record heat and rain to celebrate the nation's 250th birthday with massive ...