Casualties rise in Gaza offensive
Casualties pour into packed hospitals in Gaza as Israel continues its offensive, losing three soldiers overnight.
Obama says US economy 'very sick'
US President-elect Barack Obama says that America's economy is very sick and that the situation is worsening.
Apple's Jobs admits poor health
Steve Jobs, head of Apple, has disclosed in a statement that he is being treated for a hormone imbalance.
French TV ditches prime-time ads
State-run French TV stations stop showing ads in prime time as part of President Sarkozy's plans to reform public broadcasting.
Dozens die in Guatemala landslide
At least 33 people die and dozens more are missing after part of a mountain collapses on to a road in northern Guatemala.
DR Congo rebels 'oust Gen Nkunda'
Officers in eastern DR Congo's main rebel group say they have ousted leader Gen Laurent Nkunda - a claim he denies.
Obama 'has selected spying chief'
US President-elect Barack Obama has chosen former White House chief of staff Leon Panetta to head the CIA, US media report.
Russia to cut Ukraine gas supply
Russia's Vladimir Putin tells Gazprom to reduce gas sent via Ukraine to Europe over allegations Kiev is siphoning some off.
Wedgwood goes into administration
A number of firms owned by Waterford Wedgwood enter administration, as the parent firm appoints a receiver.
A pink iguana missed by Darwin prompts evolutionary rethink
A type of iguana missed by Darwin during his Galapagos trip promises to rewrite the animal's history in the islands.
Child sweethearts try to elope for wedding in the African sun
Two German children aged six and five are stopped by police on their way to Africa for a secret "wedding" in the sun.
Blackburn edge Cup battlers Blyth
Carlos Villanueva's goal earns Blackburn victory over non-league Blyth Spartans in the FA Cup.
Spurs and Pompey differ on Defoe
Tottenham and Portsmouth are thought to be about £1.5m apart in their valuations of Pompey striker Jermain Defoe.
Year of change?
Mugabe's exit and other forecasts for Africa in 2009
Missing the driver
Concern for Steve Jobs amid the Macworld buzz
Captured 'capital'
Inside the ruined remains of the Tamil Tiger HQ
No comment
Why Obama has stayed silent over the Gaza crisis
Dangerous turn
Police shooting fuels fears of Greek terror revival
Crisis talks for Kenya coalition
Kenya's Prime Minister Raila Odinga holds crisis talks with his party leaders amid complaints he is being sidelined by the president.
Minnesota recount confirms winner
A recount in the US state of Minnesota confirms its Senate seat was won by a Democrat but the result is still contested.
Asian shares start 2009 strongly
Stock markets in Tokyo, Shanghai and Hong Kong have a strong start to 2009 on hopes of fresh stimulus packages.
Guns 'link several Greek attacks'
Greek police say a weapon that left a shot policeman in critical condition is linked to an anti-US militant group.
New US embassy opens in Baghdad
The new US embassy in Baghdad - one of the largest and most expensive ever built - is officially opened Iraq's capital.
Army closes in on key Jaffna pass
Sri Lankan troops are at the southern outskirts of a key rebel-held pass to the northern Jaffna peninsula, the military says.
Cameron makes savings tax pledge
David Cameron proposes to axe tax on basic rate taxpayers' savings and to increase pensioners' tax free allowances.
Steep sales drop for US carmakers
US carmakers report sharp falls in their sales in December as the economic slowdown drives customers away from showrooms.
Females 'less physically active'
Females are less physically active at all ages than their male counterparts, two studies suggest.
Holes give edge to new MoD armour
Scientists from the UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) have devised ultra-hard vehicle armour to protect military personnel.
Travolta 'heartbroken' over son
Actor John Travolta says he and his wife are "heartbroken" following the death of their 16-year-old son Jett.
Police 'encouraged' to hack more
The Home Office has signed up to an EU suggestion allowing police to remotely access computers without a search warrant.
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