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Record jackpot in US lottery draw new
A lucky lottery ticket holder from Florida has landed a record jackpot of more than 590 million US dollars (£389 million).
'Casual' police website wins fans
A Facebook page which uses jokey language and describes criminals as "numpties" and "Billy Burglar" has gained a popular following from the public.
Truck left dangling in bridge crash
A truck was left dangling over the side of a motorway bridge in Melbourne, Australia, after it flipped over and threw the driver about 65ft onto another road below, local media have reported.
Farne Islands puffin census starts
A puffin census is under way on the Farne Islands as National Trust rangers attempt to determine how many breeding pairs of the birds live on the iconic habitat.
'Obtuse' rail announcements slammed
Tourists are being confused by train conductors using obtuse language to tell passengers that they are approaching a station, a Labour MP has said.
Council may fine pigeon-feeders
Feeding a troublesome flock of pigeons roosting in a shopping precinct could see people facing fines or court action, a council has warned.
Aussie minister floored by kangaroo
An Australian politician taking his morning jog in the capital Canberra has come off second best after crossing a kangaroo.
FO staff quizzed on Olympic tickets
Silencing a noisy cockerel and supplying Olympic tickets were among the more unusual requests made to British consular staff abroad last year.
Moderator mistaken for jewel thief
The next Moderator of the Church of Scotland was mistaken for a jewel thief when she went to a ring fitting with a duplicate of a missing Kirk treasure.
Beano fans 'can go back in time'
A 1980s edition of The Beano comic spotted in an episode of Dr Who has been reprinted for its fans, allowing them "to travel back in time".
Tight security for rare orchid
Britain's rarest orchid will go on display under heavy security at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show next week.
Curious dog Lexi freed from wall
Lexi, the eight-month-old cocker spaniel, has been rescued after getting her head stuck in a decorative wall.
Baby booties made from breast milk
Tiny baby booties made from donated breast milk have been created by British designers.
Sci-fi rivals clash at convention
Police were called to a sci-fi convention after a confrontation between costumed characters from rival clubs.
Black widow arrives with shipment
A potentially deadly black widow spider shocked workers on a city industrial estate when they discovered it in a shipment from the US.
Piglet triplets get cuddly company
A cuddly toy is helping to keep three wild boar piglets company at a zoo where they are being hand-reared by keepers.
Sandwich-making record on the menu
Lunch fans in Salford are hoping they have managed to break the world record for the largest number of people making a sandwich at the same time.
Mobile use 'interrupting funerals'
Mobile phones are making it increasingly difficult to rest in peace with almost a fifth of funerals interrupted by obtrusive ringing, according to research by The Co-operative Funeralcare.
Harry and PM receive doll gifts
Prince Harry became a living doll when he was presented with a "mini me" as a souvenir of his visit to New York.
Cleaner kicks grenade - and lives
A council cleaner kicked a live Second World War hand grenade he found on a beach then picked it up and put it in his loader before continuing his litter pick.
Madeleine McCann: New suspects identified by UK police
North West 200: Live pictures plus race schedule
In Pictures: Balmoral Show
Nice-but-dull Kate's annoying baby bump pose
FHM's sexiest women - Kunis knocks Tulisa off her perch
Latest News
Hostage student shot by police new
A New York college student who was held hostage in her home by an armed man was shot and killed by a police officer.
Record jackpot in US lottery draw new
A lucky lottery ticket holder from Florida has landed a record jackpot of more than 590 million US dollars (£389 million).
Murder investigation after shooting new
A murder investigation has been launched following the shooting of a man on Saturday night, police said.
Latest Sport
Clichy signs new City deal
Gael Clichy has signed a new four-year deal at Manchester City.
Doyle downs hat-trick in Carlow success
Substitute Craig Doyle came off the bench to fire in a spectacular hat-trick as Carlow powered to a 4-17 to 2-13 victory over London in the Leinster SHC at Dr Cullen Park.
Jones to pay for damaging Whelan's car
Stoke striker Kenwyne Jones has apologised to team-mate Glenn Whelan after smashing his car windscreen in a mistaken act of retribution for a training-ground prank which went wrong.
Latest Showbiz
Actor Furlong arrested in Hollywood
Actor Edward Furlong has been arrested on suspicion of violating a restraining order filed by his ex-girlfriend.
Wood: I couldn't punch a small lady
Victoria Wood had to have a scene written out of her new role because she was too nice to punch the other actress.
Knight: Wills will spot me on Holby
Jules Knight, Holby City's newest star, has said he is considering sending a box set of the show to old friends the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge.
