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Google asks for disclosure go-ahead
Google is asking the Obama administration to allow the internet company to disclose more details about the US government's closely guarded demands for emails and other information that people transmit online.
Mandela 'responding to treatment'
Nelson Mandela is responding better to treatment after several days in hospital, says South African president Jacob Zuma.
Greek state TV closes to save money
Greece is to close down all its state-run TV and radio stations with the loss of 2,500 jobs as part of the cost-cutting drive demanded by the bailed-out country's international creditors.
Russia passes anti-gay regulations
A bill attacking Russia's gay community and banning the distribution of information about homosexuality to children has been overwhelmingly approved by the lower house of parliament.
Bank supervisor cleared of blame after clerk falls asleep with finger on keyboard, resulting in €222,222,222.22 transaction
A German court has ruled that a bank supervisor was unfairly dismissed for failing to double check a €222,222,222.22 transaction made when a clerk fell asleep with his finger on a keyboard.
French air traffic strikes begin
French air traffic controllers have begun a series of strikes against a European plan to overhaul their industry, forcing the country's main airports to halve their flights.
Korean talks collapse before start
Planned talks between South and North Korea have collapsed a day before they were due to begin because of a stalemate over who will lead each delegation.
China's latest spacecraft lifts off
China's latest manned spacecraft has successfully blasted off on a 15-day mission to dock with a space lab and educate young people about science.
BNP leader Griffin visits Syria
British National Party leader Nick Griffin has paid a surprise visit to Syria after being invited by the regime of President Bashar Assad to take part in a fact-finding visit to the war-torn country.
NSA whistleblower Edward Snowden goes to ground following Prism revelations
The NSA whistleblower whose revelations continue to cause controversy on both sides of the Atlantic dropped off the radar last night, with his chances of fighting extradition to America still unclear.
Defeat for exiled Chagos islanders
A Government decision to create a controversial marine park in the Indian Ocean has been upheld by the High Court.
Thousands flee flooding River Elbe
Thousands of homes have been evacuated along Germany's River Elbe after waters threatened to break through levees protecting several towns.
Strauss-Kahn charges may be dropped
French prosecutors are planning to drop prostitution charges against Dominique Strauss-Kahn, according to a lawyer for the former IMF head.
Swimmer aims at Cuba to Florida win
Australian Chloe McCardel will battle exposure, swift sea currents, jellyfish, sharks and her own physical limits when she attempts a record swim from Cuba to Florida this week.
Iran denies N-plant malfunction
Iran has denied reports that the country's Russian-built Bushehr nuclear power plant has suffered a malfunction.
Suicide pair attack Damascus square
At least 14 people were killed when two suicide bombers hit a square in central Damascus, activists and the state media reported.
Boyfriend held over actress suicide
The son of a Bollywood couple has been arrested on suspicion of abetting the suicide of actress Jiah Khan, Indian police have said.
Plea as dengue fever cases surge
Doctors in Singapore are being urged to be more vigilant against dengue fever as cases of the mosquito-borne disease have surged this year.
US ponders on charging spy leaker
The US government is considering whether to charge Edward Snowden with leaking classified surveillance secrets while it defends the broad spy programme it says keeps America safe from terrorists.
Riot police smash Turkish protests
Riot police firing tear gas and water cannons have re-entered Istanbul's Taksim Square after defiant protesters swarmed back in by the thousands.
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
Fake shops in vacant centre lots new
The owners of a struggling shopping centre have given it a new lease of life - by filling empty lots with fake shops.
Afghan threat over US talks with Taliban new
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.
Cow saved from car inspection pit new
A cow that managed to climb on to the roof of a garage before falling through has been rescued by firefighters - after spending 24 hours wedged in a car inspection pit.
Latest Sport
Deans poised for O'Connor gamble new
Australia coach Robbie Deans is expected to take one of the biggest gambles of his career by selecting James O'Connor at fly-half for Saturday's first Test against the British and Irish Lions.
Premier League fixture list unveiled: Manchester United face Swansea on opening day as Jose Mourinho's Chelsea play Hull new
Barclays Premier League champions Manchester United will start the 2013-14 season at League Cup winners Swansea.
Pardew: I'm staying new
Alan Pardew has insisted he will remain as Newcastle boss despite the turmoil currently engulfing the club.
Latest Showbiz
Walliams: I flirted with Cameron new
David Walliams has said he fell into one of his Little Britain character on a recent visit to Downing Street.
Liv Tyler ready for The Leftovers new
Liv Tyler is set to star opposite Justin Theroux in US pilot The Leftovers, according to reports.
Starr 'hopes name will be cleared' new
Freddie Starr's lawyer has said the comedian is hopeful he will soon be able to clear his name after being investigated for alleged sexual offences.
