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North Korea missile tests defy UN
North Korea has test-fired a series of missiles in an apparent act of defiance on 4 July, American Independence Day.
Sarah Palin to quit as governor
The former US Republican vice presidential candidate, Sarah Palin, has announced she is resigning as Alaska's governor.
Corruption key to Bulgarian poll
The main political parties in Bulgaria have held their last rallies ahead of elections on Sunday, with the issue of government corruption key to the poll.
French village expects Tour boost
The French village of Vatan is hoping to capitalise on its new status as part of the Tour de France cycle race.
Burma junta leader snubs UN chief
Burma's junta has refused to allow visiting UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon to meet jailed opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi.
Honduran court defiant on Zelaya
The Supreme Court of Honduras has rejected a request by the Organisation of American States to reinstate President Manuel Zelaya.
Thousands flee Somali violence
Violence in Somalia is being fuelled by foreign Islamist fighters who are joining local rebel groups that want to impose Sharia law.
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Calm urged after N Korea missiles
Russia, China and the US call for calm after North Korea test-fires a series of missiles off its east coast, defying UN sanctions.
Burma junta leader snubs UN chief
Burma's military ruler refuses to let visiting UN chief Ban Ki-moon meet jailed opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi.
Mousavi 'must face treason trial'
A conservative Iranian daily says the main protest leader should be tried for treason for inciting unrest after June's elections.
Fans scramble for Jackson tickets
More than half a million Michael Jackson fans have already applied for 17,500 free tickets to the singer's public memorial service next week.
UK investigates Iran charge claim
A staff member at the British Embassy in Iran is to face trial on security charges, reports suggest.
US soldiers killed in Afghanistan
The US military says two of its soldiers have been killed in a sustained attack on a military base in eastern Afghanistan.
Honduran court defiant on Zelaya
Honduras' high court rejects a demand by the Organization of American States to reinstate ousted President Manuel Zelaya.
Chechen police die in Ingushetia
Nine Chechen police are killed in Russia's volatile republic of Ingushetia in one of the deadliest attacks in recent months.
Alaska Governor Palin to resign
Republican ex-vice-presidential hopeful Sarah Palin is to quit as Alaska governor amid speculation about a possible presidential bid.
Young slumdog moves into new home
One of the child stars of the Oscar-winning film Slumdog Millionaire moves from his Mumbai shanty dwelling into a new home.
Venice adds wi-fi to cultural attractions
The Italian city of Venice launches what is believed to be the most extensive wireless internet system in Europe.
Serena powers to Wimbledon title
Serena Williams ends her sister's recent dominance at Wimbledon with a straight-sets victory over Venus that gives her a third title.
Live text - Tour de France
The first stage of the Tour de France is a time trial in Monaco - with Lance Armstrong making his return to the race.
Another surprise
Profile of Alaska's maverick governor Sarah Palin
Brewed 'pride'
Ex-UK brewery produces 'Pride of Pyongyang' beer
Made for you
Things making life in US convenient and entertaining
Around the horn
So what exactly does the cuckold sign mean?
Nose job
Kiev questions future of damaged Lenin statue
Welcome again
Statue of Liberty's crown reopens to visitors
African Union in rift with court
The African Union halts co-operation with the International Criminal Court over its war-crimes charges against Sudan's leader.
Kenya sets new tribunal deadline
Kenya and the ICC agree a new deadline to set up a special tribunal to try the ringleaders of post-election violence.
Dreaming of a Tour de France windfall
Residents of Tonnerre hope tourism will grow in the days and months that follow the arrival of the Tour de France for the first time in the sleepy French town, says the BBC's Sean Fanning.
Russia 'agrees US troop transit'
An Obama administration official says Russia has agreed to let US troops bound for Afghanistan fly through its airspace.
Japan rethinks silent hybrid cars
Japan considers adding noise-making devices to quiet hybrid cars to improve safety for blind pedestrians.
Fans and foes pray for ill Aquino
Former Philippine President Cory Aquino has stopped treatment for cancer, prompting prayer vigils by fans and foes.
Europe nears gas pipeline accord
Five European governments are due to sign an agreement on 13 July for a major new pipeline from Central Asia.
Resolution on Stalin riles Russia
An Organisation for Security and Cooperation in Europe resolution equating Nazi and Soviet roles in WWII angers Russia.
Gaza girl killed in border clash
A 17-year-old Palestinian girl has been killed in Gaza by Israeli fire in a clash with Palestinian militants near the border.
US vice-president in Iraq talks
US Vice-President Joe Biden holds talk with Iraqi leaders in Baghdad as part of his role to oversee the US departure.
Sri Lanka hit back in Galle Test
Sri Lanka reduce Pakistan to 15-2 by close of play after being held to 292 all out on the first day of their first Test.
Deadly military crash in Pakistan
Up to 26 Pakistani soldiers are feared dead after an army transport helicopter crashes in a tribal region, officials say.
UK troops face critical Afghan task
UK forces in Afghanistan are paying a high price as the Taliban fight back with deadly weapons. Caroline Wyatt, just back from Helmand province, says it is a critical time.
Obama seeks thaw in US-Russia ties
As President Barack Obama heads to Moscow to try to rebuild ties that have reached Cold War depths, Rupert Wingfied-Hayes tries to judge the the US leader's uphill task.
Are you worried about swine flu?
The UNs top health official has said the worldwide spread of swine flu is now unstoppable. Are you concerned?
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Tower block blaze victims named
Five of the six people who died in a fire at a tower block in south-east London are named, as police investigate the cause.
Calm urged after N Korea missiles
Russia, China and the US call for calm after North Korea test-fires a series of missiles off its east coast, defying UN sanctions.
Serena powers to Wimbledon title
Serena Williams ends her sister's recent dominance at Wimbledon with a straight-sets victory in the final.
UK investigates Iran charge claim
A staff member at the British Embassy in Iran is to face trial on security charges, reports suggest.
BT offers holidays for pay cuts
BT offers staff the chance of long holidays in return for a big pay cut in a bid to reduce costs during the economic downturn.
Burma junta leader snubs UN chief
Burma's military ruler refuses to let visiting UN chief Ban Ki-moon meet jailed opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi.
Man's body found near shot girl
A teenage girl is found seriously injured with gunshot wounds and the body of a man is found in a nearby field in Lincolnshire.
Eight hurt in multiple M4 pile-up
At least eight people are taken to hospital as 10 vehicles collide on the M4 near Bridgend, closing the motorway for a time.
Charity worker kidnapped in Sudan
Irish President Mary McAleese expresses concern at the kidnapping of an aid worker in the Darfur region of Sudan.
Fans scramble for Jackson tickets
More than half a million Michael Jackson fans have already applied for 17,500 free tickets to the singer's public memorial service next week.
Super Lions grab consolation win
The British and Irish Lions roar back with a commanding consolation victory at Ellis Park to end the 2009 series 2-1 down in South Africa.
Live text - Tour de France
The first stage of the Tour de France is a time trial in Monaco - with Lance Armstrong making his return to the race.
Federer ready for historic final
Roger Federer will try to win a sixth Wimbledon and record 15th Grand Slam title when he takes on Andy Roddick.
Young Slumdog Millionaire star moves into new home
One of the child stars of the Oscar-winning film Slumdog Millionaire moves from his Mumbai shanty dwelling into a new home.
Have you been to the beach recently? Was it clean?
Have you been to the beach recently? Was it clean or did you find evidence of sewage and pollution?
Taliban assault
UK troops battle to turn the tide in key Afghan areas
In pictures
Gay Pride - politics and celebration, the journey so far
Another surprise
Profile of Alaska's maverick governor Sarah Palin
Made for you
Things making life in US convenient and entertaining
Mark Easton
Happy world? By one measure, UK comes a sad 74th
10 things
Mrs Slocombe's little-known first name was...
Pictures show gunman during raid
Dramatic pictures emerge of a gunman brandishing a weapon at a jewellery shop worker on the Isle of Wight.
North 'cheapest for seaside home'
The cheapest place to buy a home by the sea is in the north of Scotland, according to the latest property figures.
Search ends for ferry passenger
Coastguards end a search off the north Wales coast for a man feared missing in the Irish Sea from a Liverpool-Dublin ferry.
Appeal over mystery head injuries
Detectives in Coleraine are trying to establish how a man received head injuries which left him critically ill in hospital.
African Union in rift with court
The African Union halts co-operation with the International Criminal Court over its war-crimes charges against Sudan's leader.
Honduran court defiant on Zelaya
Honduras' high court rejects a demand by the Organization of American States to reinstate ousted President Manuel Zelaya.
Mousavi 'must face treason trial'
A conservative Iranian daily says the main protest leader should be tried for treason for inciting unrest after June's elections.
Japan rethinks silent hybrid cars
Japan considers adding noise-making devices to quiet hybrid cars to improve safety for blind pedestrians.
Russia 'agrees US troop transit'
An Obama administration official says Russia has agreed to let US troops bound for Afghanistan fly through its airspace.
US soldiers killed in Afghanistan
The US military says two of its soldiers have been killed in a sustained attack on a military base in eastern Afghanistan.
Rogue trades cost oil broker $10m
A rogue trader at a London-based oil brokerage causes his employer to lose $10m (£6m) after making unauthorised trades.
Tory anger over homophobia claim
Alan Duncan reacts angrily to Labour claims many Tory MPs are 'homophobic", as Harriet Harman wades into the row.
Self-help 'makes you feel worse'
Bridget Jones is not alone in turning to self-help mantras to boost her spirits, but a study warns they may have the opposite effect.
Fears over student place shortage
Ministers must fund more university places in England, or risk forcing tens of thousands of teenagers onto the dole, an MP warns.
Moon probe returns first images
The US space agency's Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter spacecraft sends back its first images since reaching the Moon.
'Abba concert' set for September
Benny Andersson and Bjorn Ulvaeus are to take part in a UK concert showcasing Abba's biggest hits later this year.
Mixed results for green IT goals
A majority of tech workers in the public sector do not know about the emission reduction targets they face, says a survey.
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