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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.
Taliban admits attack on air base new
The Taliban has claimed responsibility for an attack in Afghanistan that killed four American troops just hours after the insurgent group announced it would hold talks with the US on finding a political solution to ending the 12-year war in the country.
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.
Iraq claims legal ruling expected
The Supreme Court is due to rule on whether families of soldiers killed fighting in Iraq can bring damages claims against the Government.
UK set for hottest day of year
Vast parts of the UK are expected to bask in the hottest day of the year so far.
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.
Edward Furlong charged with assault
Terminator 2 star Edward Furlong has been charged with assault after a May 21 incident in which his girlfriend called police and reported he attacked her.
Brazil protesters keep up pressure
Thousands of demonstrators have flooded into a square in Brazil's economic hub, Sao Paulo, for the latest in a historic wave of protests against the state of public transport, schools and other public services.
Google asks court to lift gag order
Google has sharply challenged the US government's gag order on its internet surveillance programme, citing what it described as a constitutional free speech right to divulge how many requests it receives from the government for data about its customers in the name of national security.
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
Latest News
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.
Japanese business to announce Northern Ireland jobs boost new
A Japanese company is set to announce a major jobs boost in Northern Ireland today in the wake of the G8 summit.
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.
Latest Sport
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.
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.
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.
Latest Showbiz
Edward Furlong charged with assault
Terminator 2 star Edward Furlong has been charged with assault after a May 21 incident in which his girlfriend called police and reported he attacked her.
Apprentice hopeful 'nightmare date'
Apprentice candidate Alex Mills plays the role of a nightmare date - as a team leader steps down for the first time in the history of the BBC One show.
Bieber's car hits man in Hollywood
Los Angeles police have confirmed Justin Bieber struck a pedestrian with his car in Hollywood.