Critics 'trashing RUC reputation' - (02/03/2007 06:50:46)

The RUC's reputation is being trashed as part of a political conspiracy, Northern Ireland's police union claims.

Hicks charge 'took too much time' - (02/03/2007 06:44:20)

Australian PM John Howard says it took the US too long to file charges against Guantanamo inmate David Hicks.

Third of pubs 'not ready for ban' - (02/03/2007 06:43:23)

A survey finds many landlords are unprepared for a smoking ban as the Welsh assembly launches an awareness campaign.

Police officer hurt in stabbing - (02/03/2007 06:42:40)

A police officer is stabbed while investigating reports of criminal damage at a house on Merseyside.

Football: Giggs 'can play to 2010' - (02/03/2007 06:39:27)

Ryan Giggs could play on for Man Utd for at least another three seasons, assistant manager Carlos Queiroz tells BBC Sport.

'Progress' in Iran sanction talks - (02/03/2007 05:36:00)

World powers are making progress on new sanctions against Iran over its nuclear activities, US officials say.

India wants suspect extradited - (02/03/2007 05:30:41)

India formally requests Argentina to extradite an Italian businessman named in a major bribery case.

Fuel 'contamination' reports due - (02/03/2007 05:13:04)

Test results on fuel which is said to have caused problems for thousands of drivers are due to be released.

China expels officials for graft - (02/03/2007 04:58:20)

Nine officials and business leaders are expelled from China's Communist Party, over a corruption scandal.

Pakistani judge injured by bomb - (02/03/2007 04:43:02)

An explosion in the Pakistani city of Multan has wounded a judge and at least four other people, police say.