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North fitness boost for Lions new
British and Irish Lions wing George North has been passed fit to face Australia in Saturday's opening Test at Suncorp Stadium.
Moyes era begins in Swansea new
Barclays Premier League champions Manchester United will start the 2013-14 season at League Cup winners Swansea.
Llambias resigns from Newcastle new
Derek Llambias has resigned from his post as managing director at Newcastle, the club have announced.
Jail reckless bankers, says report new
Reckless bank bosses should be jailed and pay rules overhauled to end rewards for failure, according to a report by MPs and peers.
45.2m forced to flee homes - UN new
The United Nations refugee agency has revealed that more than 45.2 million people were forced to flee their homes last year, an 18-year high mainly due to wars in Syria, Afghanistan and other countries.
North available for first Test new
British and Irish Lions winger George North has been passed fit for Saturday's first Test against Australia after recovering from his hamstring problem.
Obama to deliver Berlin speech new
US President Barack Obama is visiting Berlin to deliver a key address, capping the end of three days of international diplomacy.
Hooper inspired by Brumbies win new
Australia openside Michael Hooper insists the Wallabies will draw inspiration from the British and Irish Lions' first defeat of their 2013 tour.
Karzai threat to Afghan peace talks
Afghan peace talks could be derailed before they even begin after president Hamid Karzai halted talks with the US on a new security deal to protest at being left out of initial negotiations with the Taliban aimed at ending the 12-year war.
Reality check for Lions - Gatland
Warren Gatland admitted the British and Irish Lions had been given "a reality check" after they lost their unbeaten Australia tour record.
Hospital care cover-up 'shocking'
The father of a newborn boy who died in a hospital where mothers and babies died through neglect says claims that the healthcare watchdog covered up a failure to investigate are "shocking".
Father's grief over train deaths
The father of a teenager who was killed by a train in an apparent suicide pact with a school friend has spoken of his grief.
Boy charged over 'wrestling' death
A 13-year-old boy has been charged with second-degree murder over the death of his five-year-old half-sister after investigators said he told them he repeatedly struck her with wrestling moves imitated from TV.
Acclaimed war correspondent dies
Award-winning journalist and war correspondent Michael Hastings has died in a car accident in Los Angeles, his employer and family said.
Soldiers' families win claims fight
Families of British soldiers killed while fighting in Iraq can bring damages claims against the Government, the Supreme Court has ruled.
UK could enjoy hottest day of year
The UK may bask in the hottest day of the year so far on Wednesday.
Osborne to spell out bank plans
George Osborne is to shed light on his plans for the banking industry following the long-awaited report from the Parliamentary Commission on Banking Standards.
Attacker jailed for Meagher murder
A serial sex offender has been sentenced to life in prison for the rape and murder of an Irish woman that outraged Australia's second-largest city.
PM faces MPs' questions on G8 deals
David Cameron is to face questions from MPs after G8 leaders thrashed out limited agreements on how to handle the Syria crisis and tackle tax dodging.
Chef describes Jacksons' grief
Michael Jackson's personal chef has described for jurors the home lives of the pop superstar's children during the final months of the singer's life and their continuing grief over their father's death nearly four years ago.
In Pictures: The G8 summit
Gerry forces Sammy into Mexican wave
Voice of Pomeroy pops home
Rapturous reception for Andrea
One Summer's Day 2013
We want you to get snapping!
Obama death bid fears - aircraft carriers on standby
In Pictures: Ulster Nightlife
Pubs, clubs and parties
In Pictures: The 'Big IF' concert in Botanic Gardens
Thousands turn out in the rain
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Obama girls Malia and Sasha unimpressed with holiday in Ireland new
Trinity College may have reminded them of Hogwarts, but the Obama children looked like they would have preferred to be at a Harry Potter theme park than poring over dusty documents showing their distant Irish heritage.
Sun shining across Northern Ireland...but get it while you can new
Northern Ireland is set to bask in the baking heat today as the sun makes another rare appearance in the region.
Jail reckless bankers, says report new
Reckless bank bosses should be jailed and pay rules overhauled to end rewards for failure, according to a report by MPs and peers.
Latest Sport
North fitness boost for Lions new
British and Irish Lions wing George North has been passed fit to face Australia in Saturday's opening Test at Suncorp Stadium.
Moyes era begins in Swansea new
Barclays Premier League champions Manchester United will start the 2013-14 season at League Cup winners Swansea.
Llambias resigns from Newcastle new
Derek Llambias has resigned from his post as managing director at Newcastle, the club have announced.
Latest Showbiz
Miley Cyrus: Marijuana isn’t dangerous new
Miley Cyrus won’t admit to whether or not she smokes marijuana regularly, but she does contend that cannabis is far less harmful than alcohol.
Charlie Sheen threatens to quit Anger Management new
Charlie Sheen has threatened to leave sitcom Anger Management if co-star Selma Blair doesn’t go.
Beyoncé Knowles celebrates ‘milestone’ with Jay-Z new
Beyoncé Knowles and Jay-Z reportedly proved to be “each other’s biggest supporters” at the tenth anniversary bash thrown for the rapper’s 40/40 Club in New York City.
