Click here for information about this site.BBC News | Latest Published Stories | UK Edition, 5:18 PM.

Badger culls 'not cost effective'. New research suggests that badger culling is unlikely to be a cost-effective way of controlling bovine tuberculosis in cattle.

Chile's Pinera names new cabinet. Chile's president-elect Sebastian Pinera names his cabinet, leaving out anyone linked with former military ruler Augusto Pinochet.

Banks facing property meltdown. Why negative equity in the commercial property sector is a time bomb for banks.

Honda widens recall over airbags. Honda heaps more woe on Japanese carmakers adding 378,000 cars to an existing airbag safety recall.

America's Cup finances not plain sailing. Legal wrangles hit the revenues surrounding the America's Cup, the world's most prestigious sailing race.

Child maintenance choices available. What options are available for parents looking to pay or receive child maintenance payments?

Tense times in Chinese iron ore price talks. As the world's three iron ore producers once again begin negotiations with steel firms on global prices, the difficult negotiations with China will once again be at the top of their thoughts.

Banks tax 'would raise billions'. A transaction tax on banks would raise as much as $400m a year (£250bn; 291.2bn euros), campaigners including the TUC and film-maker Richard Curtis say.

One-woman fight for pesticide ban. Georgina Downs may be a reluctant campaigner, but she tells the BBC why she'll never give up fighting for a ban on farm chemicals.

BBC News | Wales | UK Edition, 5:17 PM.

Badger culls 'not cost effective'. New research suggests that badger culling is unlikely to be a cost-effective way of controlling bovine tuberculosis in cattle.

Thumbnail version of the image

Cardiff to face winding-up order. Cardiff City will be in the High Court on Wednesday to face their second winding-up order over an unpaid debt to Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | Asia-Pacific | World Edition, 5:17 PM.

Honda widens recall over airbags. Honda heaps more woe on Japanese carmakers by adding 378,000 cars to an existing airbag safety recall in the US.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition, 5:17 PM.

Honda in US recall over airbags. Honda heaps more woe on Japanese carmakers by adding 378,000 cars to an existing airbag safety recall in the US.

Thumbnail version of the image

Chile's Pinera names new cabinet. Chile's president-elect Sebastian Pinera names his cabinet, leaving out anyone linked with former military ruler Augusto Pinochet.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | Business | World Edition, 5:17 PM.

Honda widens airbag fears recall. Honda heaps more woe on Japanese carmakers by adding 378,000 cars to an existing airbag safety recall in the US.

Thumbnail version of the image

Banks tax 'would raise billions'. A transaction tax on banks would raise as much as $400m a year (£250bn; 291.2bn euros), campaigners including the TUC and film-maker Richard Curtis say.

Thumbnail version of the image

Ferrous fight. Tense times as China resumes iron ore price talks

Thumbnail version of the image

Billionaire battle. Legal wrangle hits America's cup revenues

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | UK News | Wales | World Edition, 5:17 PM.

Badger culls 'not cost effective'. New research suggests that badger culling is unlikely to be a cost-effective way of controlling bovine tuberculosis in cattle.

Thumbnail version of the image

Cardiff to face winding-up order. Cardiff City will be in the High Court on Wednesday to face their second winding-up order over an unpaid debt to Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | News Front Page | UK Edition, 5:17 PM.

Chemical warfare. One woman's 10-year fight for a ban on pesticides

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | UK | World Edition, 5:17 PM.

Badger culls 'not cost effective'. New research suggests that badger culling is unlikely to be a cost-effective way of controlling bovine tuberculosis in cattle.

Thumbnail version of the image

Chemical warfare. One woman's 10-year fight for a ban on pesticides

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | Business | UK Edition, 5:17 PM.

Honda widens recall over airbags. Honda heaps more woe on Japanese carmakers by adding 378,000 cars to an existing airbag safety recall in the US.

Thumbnail version of the image

Ferrous fight. Tense times as China resumes iron ore price talks

Thumbnail version of the image

Billionaire battle. Legal wrangle hits America's cup revenues

Thumbnail version of the image

Child's pay. The options for paying child maintenance

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | UK News | England | World Edition, 5:17 PM.

Pompey tax talks break down. Portsmouth will go to the High Court on Wednesday to face a winding-up order after talks with Her Majesty's Customs and Revenue break down.

Thumbnail version of the image

Carlisle beat Leeds on penalties to reach Wembley. Carlisle reach Wembley by beating Leeds 6-5 on penalties in the second leg of the Johnstone's Paint Trophy northern final.

Thumbnail version of the image

Saints ease past Dons into final. Southampton reach the Johnstone's Paint Trophy final against Carlisle after a comfortable win over MK Dons in the second leg of the southern final.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | UK | UK Edition, 5:17 PM.

Badger culls 'not cost effective'. New research suggests that badger culling is unlikely to be a cost-effective way of controlling bovine tuberculosis in cattle.

Thumbnail version of the image

Chemical warfare. One woman's 10-year fight for a ban on pesticides

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | Americas | World Edition, 5:17 PM.

Chile's Pinera names new cabinet. Chile's president-elect Sebastian Pinera names his cabinet, leaving out anyone linked with former military ruler Augusto Pinochet.

Thumbnail version of the image

Honda widens US airbag fears recall. Honda heaps more woe on Japanese carmakers by adding 378,000 cars to an existing airbag safety recall in the US.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | World | UK Edition, 5:17 PM.

Chile's Pinera names new cabinet. Chile's president-elect Sebastian Pinera names his cabinet, leaving out anyone linked with former military ruler Augusto Pinochet.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | England | UK Edition, 5:17 PM.

Pompey tax talks break down. Portsmouth will go to the High Court on Wednesday to face a winding-up order after talks with Her Majesty's Customs and Revenue break down.

Thumbnail version of the image

Carlisle beat Leeds on penalties to reach Wembley. Carlisle reach Wembley by beating Leeds 6-5 on penalties in the second leg of the Johnstone's Paint Trophy northern final.

Thumbnail version of the image

Saints ease past Dons into final. Southampton reach the Johnstone's Paint Trophy final against Carlisle after a comfortable win over MK Dons in the second leg of the southern final.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | UK | UK Edition, 4:17 PM.

Forces 'unprepared' for new tasks. Campaigns in Iraq and Afghanistan have left UK armed forces ill-prepared to take on any new tasks, MPs warn.

Thumbnail version of the image

Toyota recall work starts in UK. Toyota will extend working hours to fix potentially sticking pedals on 180,000 UK vehicles - but warns it could take a month.

Thumbnail version of the image

Parents face childcare fees rise. The Daycare Trust urges politicians to make a greater investment in childcare, as a survey suggests childcare costs continue to rise.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC accused over religious shows. The Church of England's Synod is to discuss a claim by some of its members that the BBC has reduced broadcasting about religion.

Thumbnail version of the image

Pupils 'must manage online risks'. Blocking pupils' access to unsuitable websites does not encourage them to take responsibility for their safety online, Ofsted says.

Thumbnail version of the image

Bowel cancer 'hotspots' are found. Scientists find genetic hotspots that they say will help doctors better target bowel cancer treatments.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition, 4:17 PM.

Sudan and Chad to end hostilities. Sudan says it is ready to normalise ties with neighbouring Chad, raising hopes of an end to the Darfur conflict.

Thumbnail version of the image

Ronaldinho could miss World Cup. Ronaldinho could miss out on the World Cup after failing to be selected for Brazil's final warm-up friendly.

Thumbnail version of the image

Forces 'unprepared' for new tasks. Campaigns in Iraq and Afghanistan have left UK armed forces ill-prepared to take on any new tasks, MPs warn.

Thumbnail version of the image

Toyota recall work starts in UK. Toyota will extend working hours to fix potentially sticking pedals on 180,000 UK vehicles - but warns it could take a month.

Thumbnail version of the image

Parents face childcare fees rise. The Daycare Trust urges politicians to make a greater investment in childcare, as a survey suggests childcare costs continue to rise.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | Africa | World Edition, 4:17 PM.

Sudan and Chad to end hostilities. Sudan says it is ready to normalise ties with neighbouring Chad, raising hopes of an end to the Darfur conflict.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | Health | UK Edition, 4:17 PM.

Out-of-hours care 'must improve'. Out-of-hours medical services in England are still "not good enough", the health minister admits after a doctor unlawfully killed a patient.

Thumbnail version of the image

Bowel cancer 'hotspots' are found. Scientists find genetic hotspots that they say will help doctors better target bowel cancer treatments.

Thumbnail version of the image

Sweet tooth 'hints at depression'. While most children like sugary foods, those with a extra sweet tooth may have depression, say researchers.

Thumbnail version of the image

'Don't rely on science to stop biological clock'. Science offers many hopes to would-be families anxious to start a family. But in this week's Scrubbing Up, a leading expert warns age is still the critical factor in achieving that dream.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | Business | UK Edition, 4:17 PM.

Toyota recall work starts in UK. Toyota will extend working hours to fix potentially sticking pedals on 180,000 UK vehicles - but warns it could take a month.

Thumbnail version of the image

Banks tax 'would raise billions'. A transaction tax on banks would raise as much as £250bn a year, say campaigners.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | Education | UK Edition, 4:17 PM.

Parents face childcare fees rise. The Daycare Trust urges politicians to make a greater investment in childcare, as a survey suggests childcare costs continue to rise.

Thumbnail version of the image

Pupils 'must manage online risks'. Blocking pupils' access to unsuitable websites does not encourage them to take responsibility for their safety online, Ofsted says.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | UK | World Edition, 4:17 PM.

Forces 'unprepared' for new tasks. Campaigns in Iraq and Afghanistan have left UK armed forces ill-prepared to take on any new tasks, MPs warn.

Thumbnail version of the image

Toyota recall work starts in UK. Toyota will extend working hours to fix potentially sticking pedals on 180,000 UK vehicles - but warns it could take a month.

Thumbnail version of the image

Parents face childcare fees rise. The Daycare Trust urges politicians to make a greater investment in childcare, as a survey suggests childcare costs continue to rise.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC accused over religious shows. The Church of England's Synod is to discuss a claim by some of its members that the BBC has reduced broadcasting about religion.

Thumbnail version of the image

Pupils 'must manage online risks'. Blocking pupils' access to unsuitable websites does not encourage them to take responsibility for their safety online, Ofsted says.

Thumbnail version of the image

Bowel cancer 'hotspots' are found. Scientists find genetic hotspots that they say will help doctors better target bowel cancer treatments.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | World | UK Edition, 4:17 PM.

Sudan and Chad to end hostilities. Sudan says it is ready to normalise ties with neighbouring Chad, raising hopes of an end to the Darfur conflict.

Thumbnail version of the image

Ronaldinho could miss World Cup. Ronaldinho could miss out on the World Cup after failing to be selected for Brazil's final warm-up friendly.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | News Front Page | UK Edition, 4:17 PM.

Forces 'unprepared' for new tasks. Campaigns in Iraq and Afghanistan have left UK armed forces ill-prepared to take on any new tasks, MPs warn.

Thumbnail version of the image

Toyota recall work starts in UK. Toyota will extend working hours to fix potentially sticking pedals on 180,000 UK vehicles - but warns it could take a month.

Thumbnail version of the image

Man City 2-0 Bolton. Carlos Tevez and Emmanuel Adebayor score as Man City defeat Bolton at Eastlands.

Thumbnail version of the image

Fulham 3-0 Burnley. Fulham extend Burnley's dismal away run in controversial circumstances at Craven Cottage.

Thumbnail version of the image

Banks tax 'would raise billions'. A transaction tax on banks would raise as much as £250bn a year, say campaigners.

Thumbnail version of the image

Out-of-hours care 'must improve'. Out-of-hours medical services in England are still "not good enough", the health minister admits after a doctor unlawfully killed a patient.

Thumbnail version of the image

Parents face childcare fees rise. The Daycare Trust urges politicians to make a greater investment in childcare, as a survey suggests childcare costs continue to rise.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | Latest Published Stories | UK Edition, 4:17 PM.

Sudan and Chad to end hostilities. Sudan says it is ready to normalise ties with neighbouring Chad, raising hopes of an end to the Darfur conflict.

'Don't rely on science to stop biological clock'. Science offers many hopes to would-be families anxious to start a family. But in this week's Scrubbing Up, a leading expert warns age is still the critical factor in achieving that dream.

Sweet tooth 'hints at depression'. While most children like sugary foods, those with a extra sweet tooth may have depression, say researchers.

Pupils 'must manage online risks'. Blocking pupils' access to unsuitable websites does not encourage them to take responsibility for their safety online, Ofsted says.

Parents face childcare fees rise. The Daycare Trust urges politicians to make a greater investment in childcare, as a survey suggests childcare costs continue to rise.

Forces 'unprepared' for new tasks. Campaigns in Iraq and Afghanistan have left UK armed forces ill-prepared to take on any new tasks, MPs warn.

Bowel cancer 'hotspots' are found. Scientists find genetic hotspots that they say will help doctors better target bowel cancer treatments.

Sri Lanka timeline. A chronology of key events.

Nigeria timeline. A chronology of key events

Nigeria country profile. Key facts, figures and dates

Toyota recall work starts in UK. Toyota will extend working hours to fix potentially sticking pedals on 180,000 UK vehicles - but warns it could take a month.

BBC accused over religious shows. The Church of England's Synod is to discuss a claim by some of its members that the BBC has reduced broadcasting about religion.

BBC News | UK News | Education | World Edition, 4:17 PM.

Parents face childcare fees rise. The Daycare Trust urges politicians to make a greater investment in childcare, as a survey suggests childcare costs continue to rise.

Thumbnail version of the image

Pupils 'must manage online risks'. Blocking pupils' access to unsuitable websites does not encourage them to take responsibility for their safety online, Ofsted says.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | Latest Published Stories | UK Edition, 3:18 PM.

Day in pictures. Striking images from around the world on 9 February 2010

Straw backs election night counts. Election counts would have to begin within four hours of polls closing under laws backed by Jack Straw.

Wall Street Market Report. Wall Street Market Report

White House mocks crib-note Palin. A White House aide mocks Sarah Palin by appearing at a briefing with "hope", "change" and a shopping list written on his hand.

Man shot in ankle in west Belfast. A man in his early 20s is taken to the Royal Victoria Hospital after being shot in his ankle in west Belfast.

Portugal 'will not' quit the euro. Portugal 'will not' leave euro, Finance Minister Fernando Teixeira dos Santos has told the BBC.

Out-of-hours care 'must improve'. Out-of-hours medical services in England are still "not good enough", the health minister admits after a doctor unlawfully killed a patient.

BBC News | Asia-Pacific | World Edition, 3:17 PM.

Toyota in new doubts over car fix. A US Congressional committee raises doubts over Toyota's problem-solving as it starts to fix its latest safety issue.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | UK News | Northern Ireland | World Edition, 3:17 PM.

Man shot in ankle in west Belfast. A man in his early 20s is taken to the Royal Victoria Hospital after being shot in his ankle in west Belfast.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | UK | UK Edition, 3:17 PM.

Pompey hit 96th minute equaliser. Aruna Dindane equalises in the 96th minute to earn cash-strapped Portsmouth a deserved draw against Sunderland.

Thumbnail version of the image

Man City go fifth with win over Bolton. Carlos Tevez and Emmanuel Adebayor score as Man City defeat Bolton at Eastlands.

Thumbnail version of the image

Straw backs election night counts. Election counts would have to begin within four hours of polls closing under laws backed by Jack Straw.

Thumbnail version of the image

Man shot in ankle in west Belfast. A man in his early 20s is taken to the Royal Victoria Hospital after being shot in his ankle in west Belfast.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | Northern Ireland | UK Edition, 3:17 PM.

Man shot in ankle in west Belfast. A man in his early 20s is taken to the Royal Victoria Hospital after being shot in his ankle in west Belfast.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | Business | World Edition, 3:17 PM.

Toyota in new doubts over car fix. A US Congressional committee raises doubts over Toyota's problem-solving as it starts to fix its latest safety issue.

Thumbnail version of the image

Portugal 'will not' quit the euro. Portugal 'will not' leave euro, Finance Minister Fernando Teixeira dos Santos has told the BBC.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | UK News | England | World Edition, 3:17 PM.

Man City move into fifth with victory at home to Bolton. Carlos Tevez and Emmanuel Adebayor score as Man City defeat Bolton at Eastlands.

Thumbnail version of the image

Out-of-hours care 'must improve'. Out-of-hours medical services in England are still "not good enough", the health minister admits after a doctor unlawfully killed a patient.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | UK | World Edition, 3:17 PM.

Pompey hit 96th minute equaliser. Aruna Dindane equalises in the 96th minute to earn cash-strapped Portsmouth a deserved draw against Sunderland.

Thumbnail version of the image

Man City go fifth with win over Bolton. Carlos Tevez and Emmanuel Adebayor score as Man City defeat Bolton at Eastlands.

Thumbnail version of the image

Straw backs election night counts. Election counts would have to begin within four hours of polls closing under laws backed by Jack Straw.

Thumbnail version of the image

Man shot in ankle in west Belfast. A man in his early 20s is taken to the Royal Victoria Hospital after being shot in his ankle in west Belfast.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition, 3:17 PM.

Toyota in new doubts over car fix. A US Congressional committee raises doubts over Toyota's problem-solving as it starts to fix its latest safety issue.

Thumbnail version of the image

'Eggs, milk, bread' - White House mocks crib-note Palin. A White House aide mocks Sarah Palin by appearing at a briefing with "hope", "change" and a shopping list written on his hand.

Thumbnail version of the image

In the wilderness. Toyota fights back as its problems escalate

Thumbnail version of the image

In disarray. The leaderless and outmanoeuvred Sri Lanka opposition

Thumbnail version of the image

Portugal 'will not' quit the euro. Portugal 'will not' leave euro, Finance Minister Fernando Teixeira dos Santos has told the BBC.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | Business | Economy | World Edition, 3:17 PM.

Portugal's euro. Portugeuse minister says he's sticking with it

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | Americas | World Edition, 3:17 PM.

Toyota in new doubts over car fix. A US Congressional committee raises doubts over Toyota's problem-solving as it starts to fix its latest safety issue.

Thumbnail version of the image

'Eggs, milk, bread' - White House mocks crib-note Palin. A White House aide mocks Sarah Palin by appearing at a briefing with "hope", "change" and a shopping list written on his hand.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | Business | UK Edition, 3:17 PM.

Portugal 'will not' quit the euro. Portugal 'will not' leave euro, Finance Minister Fernando Teixeira dos Santos has told the BBC.

Thumbnail version of the image

SAP chief Leo Apotheker resigns. The chief executive of SAP unexpectedly resigns after his contract is not renewed, the company says.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | England | UK Edition, 3:17 PM.

Man City move into fifth with victory at home to Bolton. Carlos Tevez and Emmanuel Adebayor score as Man City defeat Bolton at Eastlands.

Thumbnail version of the image

Out-of-hours care 'must improve'. Out-of-hours medical services in England are still "not good enough", the health minister admits after a doctor unlawfully killed a patient.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | World | UK Edition, 3:17 PM.

Toyota in new doubts over car fix. A US Congressional committee raises doubts over Toyota's problem-solving as it starts to fix its latest safety issue.

Thumbnail version of the image

In the wilderness. Toyota fights back as its problems escalate

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | News Front Page | UK Edition, 3:17 PM.

Garden dug up in missing man case. The garden of a man who has been missing since August is dug up by police, who have arrested a man on suspicion of murder.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | UK News | UK Politics | World Edition, 2:18 PM.

Prestwick loses search and rescue. Search and rescue operations are to be transferred from HMS Gannet at Prestwick to Glasgow under a new MoD deal.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | England | UK Edition, 2:18 PM.

In pictures. Luxury carmaker Spyker sets up in the UK

Thumbnail version of the image

Reef to host first surf contest. Europe's £3m artificial reef will play host to its first surf contest next month, organisers announce.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | News Front Page | UK Edition, 2:17 PM.

Man jailed for trying to 'sell' sister. A Wiltshire man who plotted to "sell" his vulnerable sister into a sham marriage with a Chinese man in Berkshire is jailed.

Thumbnail version of the image

Dindane snatches point for Pompey. Aruna Dindane equalises in the 96th minute to earn cash-strapped Portsmouth a deserved draw against Sunderland.

Thumbnail version of the image

Prestwick loses search and rescue. Search and rescue operations are to be transferred from HMS Gannet at Prestwick to Glasgow under a new MoD deal.

Thumbnail version of the image

New acting president for Nigeria. Nigeria's Vice-President Goodluck Jonathan becomes acting president in place of ailing leader Umaru Yar'Adua.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | Scotland | UK Edition, 2:17 PM.

Prestwick loses search and rescue. Search and rescue operations are to be transferred from HMS Gannet at Prestwick to Glasgow under a new MoD deal.

Thumbnail version of the image

Doctor suspended following probe. An Aberdeen health director is suspended from his post after a GMC hearing rules his fitness to practise had been impaired.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | Northern Ireland | UK Edition, 2:17 PM.

Blues top after Showgrounds win. Linfield replace Cliftonville at the top of the Carling Premiership after an impressive 3-1 win at Coleraine.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | Politics | UK Edition, 2:17 PM.

Prestwick loses search and rescue. Search and rescue operations are to be transferred from HMS Gannet at Prestwick to Glasgow under a new MoD deal.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | Latest Published Stories | UK Edition, 2:17 PM.

New acting president for Nigeria. Nigeria's Vice-President Goodluck Jonathan becomes acting president in place of ailing leader Umaru Yar'Adua.

Spyker moves assembly to Coventry. Dutch-based luxury car maker Spyker is relocating its assembly line to Coventry, creating up to 45 new jobs.

Prestwick loses search and rescue. Search and rescue operations are to be transferred from HMS Gannet at Prestwick to Glasgow under a new MoD deal.

Shopping area project under way. A £4m regeneration project to transform part of Swindon begins.

Arrest after bookmakers robbery. A 40-year-old Arundel man is arrested in connection with a betting shop robbery in Portslade.

Men charged over £20m drugs haul. Two men are charged after police seize 300kg of suspected heroin, believed to be worth £20m, in London.

Reef to host first surf contest. Europe's £3m artificial reef will play host to its first surf contest next month, organisers announce.

Council pledges transport funds. Surrey County Council is to spend £50,000 on improving public information about transport to help cut emissions.

Demand for mother and baby unit. A Cornwall woman who had extreme postnatal depression says a local specialist mother and baby unit would have helped her.

Man is arrested after house arson. A man is arrested by police investigating an arson attack on a house in Hampshire from which three children were rescued.

Toyota in new doubts over car fix. A US Congressional committee raises doubts about Toyota's problem-solving as it begins to fix its latest safety problem.

School merger scheme is approved. Six Derby schools will be merged into three in an effort to improve efficiency and governance, it is announced.

BBC News | UK News | Northern Ireland | World Edition, 2:17 PM.

Blues top after Showgrounds win. Linfield replace Cliftonville at the top of the Carling Premiership after an impressive 3-1 win at Coleraine.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | UK | UK Edition, 2:17 PM.

Prestwick loses search and rescue. Search and rescue operations are to be transferred from HMS Gannet at Prestwick to Glasgow under a new MoD deal.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | UK | World Edition, 2:17 PM.

Prestwick loses search and rescue. Search and rescue operations are to be transferred from HMS Gannet at Prestwick to Glasgow under a new MoD deal.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition, 2:17 PM.

New acting president for Nigeria after months of uncertainty. Nigeria's Vice-President Goodluck Jonathan becomes acting president in place of ailing leader Umaru Yar'Adua.

Thumbnail version of the image

Dindane snatches point for Pompey. Aruna Dindane equalises in the 96th minute to earn cash-strapped Portsmouth a deserved draw against Sunderland.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | UK News | England | World Edition, 2:17 PM.

In pictures. Luxury carmaker Spyker sets up in the UK

Thumbnail version of the image

Reef to host first surf contest. Europe's £3m artificial reef will play host to its first surf contest next month, organisers announce.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | World | UK Edition, 2:17 PM.

New acting president for Nigeria. Nigeria's Vice-President Goodluck Jonathan becomes acting president in place of ailing leader Umaru Yar'Adua.

Thumbnail version of the image

Dindane snatches point for Pompey. Aruna Dindane equalises in the 96th minute to earn cash-strapped Portsmouth a deserved draw against Sunderland.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | Africa | World Edition, 2:17 PM.

New acting president for Nigeria. Nigeria's Vice-President Goodluck Jonathan becomes acting president in place of ailing leader Umaru Yar'Adua.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | UK News | Scotland | World Edition, 2:17 PM.

Prestwick loses search and rescue. Search and rescue operations are to be transferred from HMS Gannet at Prestwick to Glasgow under a new MoD deal.

Thumbnail version of the image

Doctor suspended following probe. An Aberdeen health director is suspended from his post after a GMC hearing rules his fitness to practise had been impaired.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | Business | UK Edition, 1:17 PM.

Toyota in new doubts over car fix. A US Congressional committee raises doubts about Toyota's problem-solving as it begins to fix its latest safety problem.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition, 1:17 PM.

A warmer world will be more fragrant, researchers say. Climate change will make the world more fragrant, as warming temperatures make plants release more chemicals, according to a major scientific review.

Thumbnail version of the image

England hockey raise safety fears. England's hockey team criticises the sport's governing body for failing to detail its security plans for the World Cup in India.

Thumbnail version of the image

MPs debate electoral reform plan. Jack Straw says the Tories should have the "courage of their convictions", as MPs debate a referendum on changing the voting system.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | World | UK Edition, 1:17 PM.

A warmer world will be more fragrant, researchers say. Climate change will make the world more fragrant, as warming temperatures make plants release more chemicals, according to a major scientific review.

Thumbnail version of the image

Iranian endgame. Lines drawn ahead of Islamic revolution anniversary

England hockey raise safety fears. England's hockey team criticises the sport's governing body for failing to detail its security plans for the World Cup in India.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | South Asia | World Edition, 1:17 PM.

England hockey raise safety fears. England's hockey team criticises the sport's governing body for failing to detail its security plans for the World Cup in India.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | Middle East | World Edition, 1:17 PM.

Iranian endgame. Lines drawn ahead of Islamic revolution anniversary

BBC News | News Front Page | UK Edition, 1:17 PM.

Toyota in new doubts over car fix. A US Congressional committee raises doubts about Toyota's problem-solving as it begins to fix its latest safety problem.

Thumbnail version of the image

Nine peers cleared over expenses. Nine peers are cleared by House of Lords authorities over their expenses claims - most involving overnight allowances.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | Scotland | UK Edition, 1:17 PM.

Shore thing. Fatboy Slim to return to RockNess music festival

Thumbnail version of the image

Salisbury shura. Scottish troops in training for Afghanistan

Thumbnail version of the image

Funding for back-to-work projects. Community schemes that support unemployed people in North Lanarkshire get funding grants to support their work.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | UK News | Scotland | World Edition, 1:17 PM.

Shore thing. Fatboy Slim to return to RockNess music festival

Thumbnail version of the image

Salisbury shura. Scottish troops in training for Afghanistan

Thumbnail version of the image

Funding for back-to-work projects. Community schemes that support unemployed people in North Lanarkshire get funding grants to support their work.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | Latest Published Stories | UK Edition, 1:17 PM.

Shot pair 'ignored move warning'. A Nottingham couple found murdered in their Lincolnshire "safe house" were warned by police not to move to the county, an inquest hears.

Weather update. Latest weather forecast from Northern Ireland

Three staff at school suspended. Three members of staff at a secondary school in Suffolk are suspended during an inquiry, it is revealed.

'Sham marriage' plot four jailed. A Wiltshire man who plotted to "sell" his vulnerable sister into a sham marriage with a Chinese man in Berkshire is jailed.

Council votes for £10m cuts plan. Warwickshire County Council has announced cuts of £10m across services including music and social care.

Hospital e-greeting card scheme. Patients at hospitals in Cambridgeshire can be sent cards through an online greeting card scheme.

Petition raised to save museums. More than 2000 people have signed an online petition to protest against the proposal to close three museums.

Row over castle gate closure plan. Traders say plans to close one of Lincoln Castle's gates to the public will turn part of the city into a "ghost town".

Three arrested over club arson. Three men are arrested on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life after a fire broke out at a Lancashire nightclub.

Crash kills driver, 89, and baby. An 18-month-old baby boy is killed along with an 89-year-old man after the car he was driving mounted the kerb and crashed into the baby and his mother.

Chivenor rescue cover scaled down. Round-the-clock helicopter search and rescue cover at RMB Chivenor in north Devon is to be scaled down.

BBC News | Northern Ireland | UK Edition, 12:18 PM.

N Ireland get Italy in Euro draw. Northern Ireland will play Italy, Serbia and Slovenia in a tough European Championship qualifying group.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | Middle East | World Edition, 12:18 PM.

Obama steps up pressure on Iran. US President Barack Obama says the US and allies are developing "significant sanctions" against Iran over its nuclear programme.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | News Front Page | UK Edition, 12:17 PM.

UK soldiers killed in blast named. Two British soldiers killed by an explosion in Afghanistan on Sunday are named by the Ministry of Defence.

Thumbnail version of the image

Obama steps up pressure on Iran. US President Barack Obama says the US and allies are developing "significant sanctions" against Iran over its nuclear programme.

Thumbnail version of the image

Google aims to make new friends as it unveils social network. Google has taken the wraps off its latest social network known - as Buzz - pitting it directly against rival sites such as Facebook and Twitter.

Thumbnail version of the image

Salisbury shura. Wiltshire becomes Afghanistan to train troops for battle

Thumbnail version of the image

Iranian endgame. Lines drawn ahead of Islamic revolution anniversary

Saudi upholds 'sex boast' verdict. A Saudi Arabian court upholds a sentence of five years in jail and 1,000 lashes for a man who boasted on TV of his sex life.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | Science & Environment | UK Edition, 12:17 PM.

Season shifts 'alter food chains'. The earlier arrival of spring in the UK appears to be throwing food chains out of synchronisation, a study suggests.

Thumbnail version of the image

Dinosaur had colourful feathers. A 150 million year old dinosaur fossil had multi-coloured feathers

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | UK News | England | World Edition, 12:17 PM.

Crash kills driver, 89, and baby. An 18-month-old baby boy is killed along with an 89-year-old man after the car he was driving mounted the kerb and crashed into the baby and his mother.

Thumbnail version of the image

Live - Tuesday football. Man City entertain Bolton at Eastlands in one of four Premier League games and there are a whole host of Football League fixtures too.

Thumbnail version of the image

Flutey fit to return for England. Centre Riki Flutey is declared fit for selection for England's second Six Nations match against Italy.

Thumbnail version of the image

Salisbury shura. Wiltshire becomes Afghanistan to train troops for battle

Thumbnail version of the image

Ex mosque leader on sex charges. A former spiritual director at a Stoke-on-Trent mosque appears in court on five sex offence charges.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | Technology | World Edition, 12:17 PM.

Google unveils new social network. Google launches a social network called Buzz, pitting it directly against rival sites such as Facebook and Twitter.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | Latest Published Stories | UK Edition, 12:17 PM.

Afghan tunnel avalanches kill 28. Avalanches around a mountain tunnel in Afghanistan kill at least 28 people and leave hundreds more stranded, officials say.

Obama steps up pressure on Iran. US President Barack Obama says the US and allies are developing "significant sanctions" against Iran over its nuclear programme.

Ex mosque leader on sex charges. A former spiritual director at a Stoke-on-Trent mosque appears in court on five sex offence charges.

Google unveils new social network. Google has taken the wraps off its latest social network known - as Buzz - pitting it directly against rival sites such as Facebook and Twitter.

Criticism as traffickers jailed. A judge criticises the country's immigration system as he jails a Vietnamese man and woman for trafficking illegal immigrants.

British troops step up training for Afghanistan. Soldiers from 4th Mechanized Brigade have been taking part in a training session on Salisbury Plain as they prepare to be sent to Afghanistan.

UK soldiers killed in blast named. Two British soldiers killed by an explosion in Afghanistan on Sunday are named by the Ministry of Defence.

Season shifts 'alter food chains'. The earlier arrival of spring in the UK appears to be throwing food chains out of synchronisation, a study suggests.

Arrest follows suspicious fires. A 30-year-old man is arrested in connection with suspicious fires at two properties in a town on Teesside.

Tribute to killed British soldier. Tribute has been paid to the first UK soldier killed in the build-up to a major offensive in Afghanistan against the Taliban.

BBC News | Scotland | UK Edition, 12:17 PM.

UK soldiers killed in blast named. Two soldiers from the Royal Scots Borderers, killed by an explosion in Afghanistan, are named by the Ministry of Defence.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | Americas | World Edition, 12:17 PM.

Obama steps up pressure on Iran. US President Barack Obama says the US and allies are developing "significant sanctions" against Iran over its nuclear programme.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | UK | UK Edition, 12:17 PM.

UK soldiers killed in blast named. Two British soldiers killed by an explosion in Afghanistan on Sunday are named by the Ministry of Defence.

Thumbnail version of the image

Live - Tuesday football. Man City entertain Bolton at Eastlands in one of four Premier League games and there are a whole host of Football League fixtures too.

Thumbnail version of the image

Salisbury shura. Wiltshire becomes Afghanistan to train troops for battle

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | Technology | UK Edition, 12:17 PM.

Google unveils new social network. Google launches a social network called Buzz, pitting it directly against rival sites such as Facebook and Twitter.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | UK | World Edition, 12:17 PM.

UK soldiers killed in blast named. Two British soldiers killed by an explosion in Afghanistan on Sunday are named by the Ministry of Defence.

Thumbnail version of the image

Live - Tuesday football. Man City entertain Bolton at Eastlands in one of four Premier League games and there are a whole host of Football League fixtures too.

Thumbnail version of the image

Salisbury shura. Wiltshire becomes Afghanistan to train troops for battle

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition, 12:17 PM.

Obama steps up pressure on Iran. US President Barack Obama says the US and allies are developing "significant sanctions" against Iran over its nuclear programme.

Thumbnail version of the image

New Google social network. Google takes the wraps off its latest social network - known as Buzz - pitting it directly against rival sites such as Facebook and Twitter.

Thumbnail version of the image

Season shifts 'alter food chains'. The earlier arrival of spring in the UK appears to be throwing food chains out of synchronisation, a study suggests.

Thumbnail version of the image

UK soldiers killed in blast named. Two British soldiers killed by an explosion in Afghanistan on Sunday are named by the Ministry of Defence.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | UK News | Scotland | World Edition, 12:17 PM.

UK soldiers killed in blast named. Two soldiers from the Royal Scots Borderers, killed by an explosion in Afghanistan, are named by the Ministry of Defence.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | World | UK Edition, 12:17 PM.

Obama steps up pressure on Iran. US President Barack Obama says the US and allies are developing "significant sanctions" against Iran over its nuclear programme.

Thumbnail version of the image

New Google social network. Google launches its new social network - known as Buzz - pitting it directly against rival sites such as Facebook and Twitter.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | Business | UK Edition, 12:17 PM.

Dave Harvey. 'Kraft made a fool of us' say Keynsham workers

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | Science & Environment | World Edition, 12:17 PM.

Season shifts 'alter food chains'. The earlier arrival of spring in the UK appears to be throwing food chains out of synchronisation, a study suggests.

Thumbnail version of the image

Dinosaur had colourful feathers. A 150 million year old dinosaur fossil had multi-coloured feathers

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | England | UK Edition, 12:17 PM.

Crash kills driver, 89, and baby. An 18-month-old baby boy is killed along with an 89-year-old man after the car he was driving mounted the kerb and crashed into the baby and his mother.

Thumbnail version of the image

Live - Tuesday football. Man City entertain Bolton at Eastlands in one of four Premier League games and there are a whole host of Football League fixtures too.

Thumbnail version of the image

Flutey fit to return for England. Centre Riki Flutey is declared fit for selection for England's second Six Nations match against Italy.

Thumbnail version of the image

Salisbury shura. Wiltshire becomes Afghanistan to train troops for battle

Thumbnail version of the image

Ex mosque leader on sex charges. A former spiritual director at a Stoke-on-Trent mosque appears in court on five sex offence charges.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | UK News | Northern Ireland | World Edition, 12:17 PM.

N Ireland get Italy in Euro draw. Northern Ireland will play Italy, Serbia and Slovenia in a tough European Championship qualifying group.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | Africa | World Edition, 12:17 PM.

Trapattoni added to Nigeria list. Giovanni Trapattoni is added to the Nigeria's list of preferred candidates to take over as national team coach.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | World | UK Edition, 11:18 AM.

Live - Tuesday football. Man City entertain Bolton at Eastlands in one of four Premier League games and there are a whole host of Football League fixtures too.

Thumbnail version of the image

Malawi gays 'must be more open'. Malawian gay-rights activists must be more open, say officials, even though homosexuality is illegal in the country.

Thumbnail version of the image

Iran jails second protest leader. A second Iranian opposition leader is jailed in as many days over unrest following June's disputed presidential election.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | Scotland | UK Edition, 11:17 AM.

Doctor suspended following probe. An Aberdeen health director is suspended from his post after a GMC hearing rules his fitness to practise had been impaired.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | UK News | Wales | World Edition, 11:17 AM.

Live - Cardiff v Peterborough. Live coverage of Tuesday's game between Cardiff and Peterborough in the Championship.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | Wales | UK Edition, 11:17 AM.

Live - Cardiff v Peterborough. Live coverage of Tuesday's game between Cardiff and Peterborough in the Championship.

Thumbnail version of the image

BBC News | Politics | UK Edition, 11:17 AM.

Nick Robinson. Asking Pendle: Do Tories understand what you want?

BBC News | UK News | England | World Edition, 11:17 AM.

Cadbury's Bristol plant to close. Kraft says it will close the Somerdale plant near Bristol with the loss of 400 jobs following its recent takeover of Cadbury.

Thumbnail version of the image

Fingerprint checks on young drinkers. An East Yorkshire off-licence owner starts fingerprinting young people wanting to buy alcohol or cigarettes.

Thumbnail version of the image

Man killed in Tenerife 'robbery'. A 71-year-old man from East Yorkshire dies in a suspected bungled robbery on the island of Tenerife.

Thumbnail version of the image

Wild horses released near coast. A herd of wild horses has been released into the Kent countryside to help improve biodiversity in the area.

Thumbnail version of the image