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MPs in line for dramatic pay rise new
MPs are in line for a dramatic pay rise of up to £20,000 in a move that could spark public fury.
Pressure mounts over 'loons' claim new
Pressure continued to mount on the Conservative leadership over claims an ally of David Cameron described grassroots activists as "mad, swivel-eyed loons" who forced Tory MPs to adopt hardline stances on divisive issues.
Talks aim to rule out violence new
Talks on the policing of Belfast public order events with a history of large-scale unrest have produced a commitment to non-violence, it was revealed.
Murder investigation after shooting
A murder investigation has been launched following the shooting of a man on Saturday night, police said.
£6m cost of Olympic Torch relay
England's largest local councils spent more than £6 million hosting the Olympic Torch for last year's Games, figures published on the one-year anniversary of the start of the relay show.
Queen to get garden festival look
One hundred years of glorious gardens will be celebrated when the world's most famous flower show throws its doors open this week.
Activists attack PM on gay marriage
Tory activists have attacked David Cameron's support for gay marriage, claiming it had made winning the next general election "virtually impossible".
Crohn's patients slam hospital food
Half of hospitalised Crohn's disease patients believe their recovery was hampered because of poor hospital food, a poll suggests.
One in 10 'fell asleep at wheel'
More than three million British drivers have fallen asleep behind the wheel in the last year, according to new research.
Miliband pledges tax crackdown
Labour leader Ed Miliband will write new rules to tackle corporate tax dodgers if he wins the next election, even if there is no international consensus for action.
Governor warning on housing package
The outgoing governor of the Bank of England has warned that George Osborne's plan to boost the housing market is "too close for comfort" to a general state guarantee for mortgages.
Cameron 'losing control' of party
Former foreign secretary Lord Geoffrey Howe has claimed David Cameron is losing control of his party as the Conservatives' "long, nervous breakdown" over Europe continues.
Stately home badly damaged in fire
One of Northern Ireland's grandest stately homes has been badly damaged in a fire.
Ukip hits new high in opinion poll
The UK Independence Party surge has continued with two opinion polls giving the party record levels of support.
County Down stately home badly damaged in fire
One of Northern Ireland's grandest stately homes has been badly damaged in a fire.
'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.
Building society raiders sought
The men shown in these CCTV stills are being sought by police in connection with the robbery of a building society.
Pool tragedy response criticised
Relatives of a five-year-old British girl who drowned in a hotel pool in Egypt have said they are angry and hurt that more was not done to save her.
Headteachers cross swords with Gove
Michael Gove has faced the wrath of headteachers over the state of the education system, just hours after they passed a landmark vote of no confidence in the Government's school reforms.
Olympics star Ennis ties the knot
Olympic champion Jessica Ennis wore a winning smile as she married her long-term partner at a church in Derbyshire's Peak District.
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
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MPs in line for dramatic pay rise new
MPs are in line for a dramatic pay rise of up to £20,000 in a move that could spark public fury.
Broken rail probed after US crash new
US investigators are examining a broken section of rail to see if it is connected to the commuter train derailment and collision outside New York City that left dozens injured.
Kenya police kill "terror couple" new
Police in Nairobi have shot dead a couple suspected to be terrorists after they threw four grenades, wounding five officers.
Latest Sport
McDowell sets up Jaidee showdown new
Graeme McDowell produced a flawless display of golf to book his place in the final of the Volvo World Match Play Championship for the second year running.
Deans offers hope to absentees new
Australia coach Robbie Deans has left the door open for the likes of Quade Cooper to make the final squad to face the British and Irish Lions after the in-form Reds playmaker failed to make the 25-man group.
Rooney to miss West Brom game new
Wayne Rooney will miss Manchester United's final game of the season at West Brom.
Latest Showbiz
Pattinson and Stewart split new
Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart have reportedly ended their romance yet again, after three years together.
Rihanna 'regrets Brown risk' new
Rihanna is reportedly fuming about her on/off boyfriend Chris Brown's recent split comments, especially because she took a "massive risk" by getting back with him.
Sir Elton John's son 'enjoys fire truck ride' new
Sir Elton John's toddler son got so excited when he saw firemen recently the singer asked them to give the tot a ride in their truck.
