Footage circulating online appeared to show the aircraft making a steep descent before smashing into the ground in a fireball ...

A digital counter on the Reform website showed a membership tally before lunchtime on Boxing Day ticking past 131,680.

The Eagle S is flagged in the Cook Islands but was described by Finnish customs officials as a suspected part of Russia’s so-called shadow fleet.

From grabbing a bargain to sea swimming and watching traditional sporting events, people have indulged in a range of Boxing Day activities.

Analysts predicted Boxing Day shoppers would spend £236 each on average in the Boxing Day sales this year, with most purchases made online.