Work is underway to create the right environment for the technology, a Manx government agency says.

A giant illuminated globe depicting the Earth from space will be displayed in St Thomas’ Church.

The artwork by sculptor Robert Jones is designed to encourage people to value the Earth’s resources.

The Manx Council of Ministers says it accepts the independent review’s recommendations in principle.

Evening and overnight sailings of the Manxman are cancelled amid warnings for gales and heavy rain.

Ferries from Douglas to Heysham and Liverpool are scrapped due to gales brought by Storm Kathleen.

Gales brought by Storm Kathleen lead to the cancellation of Isle of Man flights and ferry crossings.

People in the UK can also see the solar eclipse happening in the US next week

Manx Food Market Traders Association has put in plans for a food festival featuring local producers.

The new measures will allow for the development of a new creel fishery, the government says.