Labour and Tories clash over VAT increase
Chancellor George Osborne has defended the VAT increase from 17.5% to 20%, saying it…
Earthquake of 7.2 magnitude hits off Chile coast
A 7.2-magnitude earthquake has hit off the central coast of Chile, the US Geological Survey says.
The…
Russia grounds all Tu-154Bs after fatal fire
Russia's airlines must ground their Tu-154B planes, after a fire in Siberia which killed three people, the…
Queensland city flooding ‘faster than expected’
Floodwaters in the Australian city of Rockhampton are rising faster than expected, Queensland authorities say.
The…
UN to investigate Ivory Coast violation reports
UN peacekeepers have been instructed to do all they can to investigate sites of alleged human rights…
Parties and fireworks as the world ushers in new year
Firework displays, parties and other celebrations are taking place around the world to usher in the new year.
Festivities…
Israel ex-President Moshe Katsav found guilty of rape
Israel's former President Moshe Katsav has been convicted of rape by a court in Tel Aviv and could go to jail.
He was…