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Scientists to review climate body
10 Mar 2010 at 4:06pm
The UN secretary general asks the world's leading science academies to review the UN's climate science body.
Contractors 'divert Somalia aid'
10 Mar 2010 at 4:01pm
Up to half the food aid in Somalia is routinely diverted to corrupt contractors and militants, a leaked UN report says.
Israel under pressure over homes
10 Mar 2010 at 12:29pm
Israel comes under growing international pressure following its approval of new building in occupied East Jerusalem.
EU to back bluefin tuna trade ban
10 Mar 2010 at 2:57pm
EU nations decide to support a ban on international trade in Atlantic bluefin tuna until stocks recover.
Russian drivers 'used as shield'
10 Mar 2010 at 11:34am
Russia launches a criminal inquiry after claims that traffic police used civilian drivers as a "human shield" to stop criminals.
Nigeria charges over Jos killings
10 Mar 2010 at 11:49am
Police say 49 people are to be charged with murder following communal violence that left scores of Nigerian villagers dead.
Iran attacks US over Afghanistan
10 Mar 2010 at 7:33am
Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad says it is the US, not Tehran, that is playing a "double game" in Afghanistan.
Berezovsky wins poison libel case
10 Mar 2010 at 12:15pm
Businessman Boris Berezovsky wins his libel case over claims he was behind the murder of former Russian agent Alexander Litvinenko.
Lost Boys actor Haim dies aged 38
10 Mar 2010 at 8:44am
Lost Boys actor Corey Haim dies at the age of 38, the Los Angeles coroner's office confirms.
Israel supermarket uses parody film of Dubai assassins in advert
10 Mar 2010 at 4:05pm
An Israeli supermarket chain uses spoof surveillance footage, parodying that of the alleged assassins of a Hamas commander in Dubai, in a TV advert.
Baby elephant shocks Sydney zoo with 'miracle' survival
10 Mar 2010 at 10:14am
An elephant in a Sydney zoo shocks vets by giving birth to a live baby elephant who appears to have survived labour in a coma in the womb.
Classy Man Utd crush sorry Milan
10 Mar 2010 at 3:35pm
Wayne Rooney scores twice in another irresistible display as Manchester United beat Milan 4-0 on the night and 7-2 on aggregate to ease into the Champions League quarter-final.
Real crash out of Champions League
10 Mar 2010 at 3:41pm
Lyon draw 1-1 in the Bernebau to earn a 2-1 aggregate win over Real Madrid.
Can US broker Middle East peace?
9 Mar 2010 at 6:24am
Joe Biden is in the region to encourage talks between the Palestinians and Israel. What can be achieved?
BBC World News
29 Sep 2009 at 6:16am
Afghan anxieties
10 Mar 2010 at 2:37pm
Why the UK fears politics and force are out of synch
Fighting the tide
10 Mar 2010 at 4:27am
Church authority at risk as scandals spread in Europe
Hewitt on Europe
10 Mar 2010 at 10:35am
Ashton in EU turf battle over new diplomatic team
Jumbo job
10 Mar 2010 at 5:38am
It's a big task, but how do you recycle a plane?
Day in pictures
10 Mar 2010 at 6:34am
Eye-catching images from around the world
Tough task
10 Mar 2010 at 9:09am
Challenges ahead for new president in quake-hit Chile
China's exports see big increase
10 Mar 2010 at 2:36am
China's exports surged 46% in February, figures show, raising hopes of a strong recovery in global trade.
Insurers 'face $7bn Chile bill'
10 Mar 2010 at 4:43am
The earthquake in Chile may cost the global insurance industry as much as $7bn (£4.7bn), Swiss Re estimates.
Airlines offer to give up slots
10 Mar 2010 at 8:16am
British Airways, American Airlines and Iberia offer to give up take off and landing slots in London and New York, say EU watchdogs.
Internet up for Nobel Peace Prize
10 Mar 2010 at 10:57am
The internet is among a record 237 individuals and organisations nominated for this year's Nobel Peace Prize.
Mobile phone allows boss to snoop
10 Mar 2010 at 6:53am
Mobile technology that could allow prying bosses to monitor every movement of their staff is developed in Japan.
Facebook calls for 'iconic games'
10 Mar 2010 at 5:19am
Facebook calls on game designers to make an iconic title, such as Mario or Halo, specifically for the social network.
Academy defends Fawcett snub
10 Mar 2010 at 4:19am
Actress Farrah Fawcett was not in the Oscars memorial segment because she was more known as a TV star, the Academy says.
Anna Nicole opera to be staged
10 Mar 2010 at 10:16am
London's Royal Opera House is to host the world premiere of an opera about the life of ex- Playboy model Anna Nicole Smith.
Ring may be giant 'impact crater'
9 Mar 2010 at 7:26pm
Deforestation has revealed what could be a giant impact crater in Central Africa, according to Italian scientists.
Collider to shut for year to fix faults
9 Mar 2010 at 6:19pm
The Large Hadron Collider must be shut down for a year starting in late 2011 to address design flaws, the BBC has learned.
'No proof' IVF aided by acupuncture
9 Mar 2010 at 6:17pm
There is no evidence acupuncture or Chinese herbal medicine boost the chance of IVF success, fertility experts warn.
ANC seeks Winnie Mandela answers
10 Mar 2010 at 9:24am
South Africa's ANC asks Winnie Mandela to clarify a media report in which she apparently fiercely criticised ex-husband Nelson.
Zuma submits finance declaration
10 Mar 2010 at 12:13pm
South African President Jacob Zuma submits his declaration of interests, after critics urged an inquiry into his finances.
Biden steps up pressure on Israel
10 Mar 2010 at 11:19am
The US vice-president renews criticism of Israel over an East Jerusalem building project and calls for bold steps for peace.
Haiti situation 'dire', Obama says
10 Mar 2010 at 2:17pm
Barack Obama warns that the crisis in quake-hit Haiti is not over, as he meets the country's president.
'Bali bomber' killed in Indonesia
10 Mar 2010 at 7:07am
Indonesia's President Yudhoyono confirms security forces killed Bali bomb suspect Dulmatin in raids in Jakarta on Tuesday.
Firm denies Fifa sweatshop claims
10 Mar 2010 at 9:31am
A Shanghai company denies it used sweatshop labour to produce World Cup mascots, as Fifa suspends its contract.
Spanish hostage in Africa freed
10 Mar 2010 at 7:59am
A Spanish woman aid worker kidnapped in West Africa last year has been freed, the Spanish government says.
Ashton sets out diplomatic vision
10 Mar 2010 at 4:11am
The EU's foreign policy chief, Lady Ashton, tells MEPs how she will shape Europe's new diplomatic service, as officials vie for influence.
Egypt's top cleric dies aged 81
10 Mar 2010 at 4:34am
Egypt's top Muslim cleric has died suddenly in Saudi Arabia at the age of 81.
Israel sued over dead US activist
10 Mar 2010 at 7:02am
A court case brought by the family of Rachel Corrie, a US protester killed by an Israeli army bulldozer in 2003, opens in Israel.
Pakistan attack kills aid workers
10 Mar 2010 at 12:17pm
Militants attack the office of a Western aid agency, killing six people and wounding others, the agency and police say.
Pakistan bans for Yousuf and Younus
10 Mar 2010 at 1:56am
The Pakistan Cricket Board issues indefinite bans to former captains Mohammad Yousuf and Younus Khan for "infighting".
Pakistan kidnap father returns to UK
10 Mar 2010 at 12:59pm
The father of a British boy kidnapped in Pakistan returns to the UK against the wishes of the country's police, the BBC learns.
BA strike talks end without deal
10 Mar 2010 at 2:31pm
Talks between BA and the Unite union aimed at averting strike action by cabin crew break down without agreement.
Ex-chief warns over defence funds
10 Mar 2010 at 2:01pm
Ministers will have to cut back all but the most essential projects to meet a funding shortfall, a former defence chief warns.
Apology for women raped by father
10 Mar 2010 at 1:41pm
Two women raped by their father over 25 years - bearing nine of his children - are given a public apology by the authorities.
Bulger error man in plea to Straw
10 Mar 2010 at 3:32pm
A man subjected to a hate campaign over false claims he is Jon Venables pleads with Jack Straw to reveal his new identity.
Gambler awaits extradition result
10 Mar 2010 at 2:15pm
A British poker champion accused of killing his wife and dumping her body in a US national park will find out in April if he is to be extradited.
Apology for women raped by father
10 Mar 2010 at 1:41pm
Two women raped by their father over 25 years - bearing nine of his children - are given a public apology by the authorities.
Economic storm not over, says PM
10 Mar 2010 at 4:02pm
Gordon Brown warns of economic storms ahead but vows not to "let you down" as the date of the Budget is announced.
BA strike talks end without deal
10 Mar 2010 at 2:31pm
Talks between BA and the Unite union aimed at averting strike action by cabin crew break down without agreement.
Scientists to review climate body
10 Mar 2010 at 4:06pm
The UN secretary general asks the world's leading science academies to review the UN's climate science body.
Kidnapped boy's father back in UK
10 Mar 2010 at 12:59pm
The father of a British boy kidnapped in Pakistan has returned home against police wishes, the BBC learns.
Ex-chief warns over defence funds
10 Mar 2010 at 2:01pm
Ministers will have to cut back all but the most essential defence projects to meet a funding shortfall, a former defence chief warns.
Tories allege plan to cut police
10 Mar 2010 at 4:06pm
The Tories allege ministers plan to cut the number of uniformed officers despite a pledge to protect front line police.
Israel pressured over homes
10 Mar 2010 at 12:29pm
Israel comes under growing international pressure following its approval of new building in occupied East Jerusalem.
Man charged with terror offences
10 Mar 2010 at 2:16pm
A 30-year-old Tyneside man has been charged with a series of terror offences, police said.
Berezovsky wins poison libel case
10 Mar 2010 at 12:15pm
Oligarch Boris Berezovsky wins his libel case over claims he was behind the murder of Alexander Litvinenko.
Lost Boys actor Haim dies aged 38
10 Mar 2010 at 8:44am
Lost Boys actor Corey Haim dies at the age of 38, the Los Angeles coroner's office confirms.
Oscar bosses defend Farrah Fawcett snub
10 Mar 2010 at 4:19am
Actress Farrah Fawcett was not in the Oscars memorial segment because she was more known as a TV star, the Academy says.
Parents complain that buggies are seen as a nuisance
10 Mar 2010 at 11:17am
Parents with buggies who take up wheelchair spaces on buses face a crackdown in a government campaign to improve passengers' experiences.
Classy Man Utd crush sorry Milan
10 Mar 2010 at 3:35pm
Wayne Rooney scores twice in another irresistible display as Manchester United beat Milan 4-0 on the night and 7-2 on aggregate to ease into the Champions League quarter-final.
Burnley 1-1 Stoke
10 Mar 2010 at 3:45pm
David Nugent's headed finish earns relegation-threatened Burnley their first point in five games in a scrappy encounter at Turf Moor.
Real Madrid 1-1 Lyon (agg 1-2)
10 Mar 2010 at 3:41pm
Real Madrid crash out of the Champions League to Lyon 2-1 on aggregate after being held 1-1 at the Bernabeu.
How can we reduce reoffending?
9 Mar 2010 at 10:46pm
About 60% of prisoners serving short sentences reoffend within a year. Is prison the right answer?
Nick Robinson
10 Mar 2010 at 6:36am
PM tries to be seen as modern-day Churchill
Afghan anxieties
10 Mar 2010 at 2:37pm
Why the UK fears politics and force are out of synch
Junk mail quiz
10 Mar 2010 at 7:04am
Test yourself, now Royal Mail will no longer limit the stuff
Medical records
10 Mar 2010 at 7:30am
Who can read my notes? Electronic records explained
Fatwa flashing
10 Mar 2010 at 7:03am
Can a fatwa to counter a fatwa really work?
Fighting the tide
10 Mar 2010 at 4:27am
Church authority at risk as scandals spread in Europe
Boy's torturers given jail terms
10 Mar 2010 at 8:20am
A Leeds drugs gang are jailed for torturing a boy, 16, to force his family to pay a £20,000 ransom over a "drugs debt".
Body found in missing mother hunt
10 Mar 2010 at 3:10pm
Police searching for a Dundee mother-of-three who went missing two weeks ago believe they have found her body.
Man guilty of murdering daughter
10 Mar 2010 at 8:54am
A man stabbed to death his 17-year-old daughter with a hunting knife as she sat in the passenger seat of his car.
Renewed threat to crystal factory
10 Mar 2010 at 1:02pm
There is a renewed threat to the Tyrone Crystal factory in Dungannon, County Tyrone, according to staff.
Nigeria charges over Jos killings
10 Mar 2010 at 11:49am
Police say 49 people are to be charged with murder following communal violence that left scores of Nigerian villagers dead.
Insurers 'face $7bn Chile bill'
10 Mar 2010 at 4:43am
The earthquake in Chile may cost the global insurance industry as much as $7bn (£4.7bn), Swiss Re estimates.
Biden steps up pressure on Israel
10 Mar 2010 at 11:19am
The US vice-president renews criticism of Israel over an East Jerusalem building project and urges bold steps to peace.
'Bali bomber' killed in Indonesia
10 Mar 2010 at 7:07am
Indonesia's President Yudhoyono confirms security forces killed Bali bomb suspect Dulmatin in raids in Jakarta on Tuesday.
Spanish hostage in Africa freed
10 Mar 2010 at 7:59am
A Spanish woman aid worker kidnapped in West Africa last year has been freed, the Spanish government says.
Iran attacks US over Afghanistan
10 Mar 2010 at 7:33am
Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad says it is the US, not Tehran, that is playing a "double game" in Afghanistan.
Smaller losses at Northern Rock
10 Mar 2010 at 3:48am
Northern Rock says that it made "good progress" in 2009, after reporting a sharp fall in its annual losses.
Top public servants' pay frozen
10 Mar 2010 at 6:59am
Thousands of top-earning public sector workers, including judges and NHS managers, will have their pay frozen next year.
Call to halt NHS medical database
10 Mar 2010 at 3:00am
Doctors leaders urge ministers to halt the development of a medical records database for patients in England.
More schools fail Ofsted checks
10 Mar 2010 at 9:35am
More schools in England are being judged as inadequate in Ofsted's new-style inspections, according to figures just released.
EU to back bluefin tuna trade ban
10 Mar 2010 at 2:57pm
EU nations decide to support a ban on international trade in Atlantic bluefin tuna until stocks recover.
Daly 'fighting' to save marriage
10 Mar 2010 at 5:28am
Strictly Come Dancing presenter Tess Daly says her marriage to fellow presenter Vernon Kay is "worth fighting" for.
Internet up for Nobel Peace Prize
10 Mar 2010 at 10:57am
The internet is among a record 237 individuals and organisations nominated for this year's Nobel Peace Prize.
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