Tycoon may run for top ANC post - (07/01/2007 13:15:57)

South African businessman Tokyo Sexwale is readying himself to run for the ANC leadership, a paper says.

At least 12 dead in Iraq violence - (07/01/2007 13:07:41)

Fresh violence in Iraq leaves at least 12 dead as Iraqi forces conduct a new drive to tighten security in Baghdad.

Russia attacks US on defence ban - (07/01/2007 12:27:20)

Russia accuses the US of illegally imposing sanctions on four Russian defence firms that sell to Iran and Syria.

Animals found in 'vile' cottage - (07/01/2007 12:25:11)

Dozens of animals are found at a house in County Antrim in what an animal charity describes as vile conditions.

Winfrey offers students HIV tests - (07/01/2007 12:12:00)

US chat show host Oprah Winfrey offers the students at her new school in South Africa free HIV tests and treatment.

Curtain falls on Theatre Museum - (07/01/2007 12:07:00)

London's Theatre Museum closes its doors to the public after 20 years, because of a lack of funds.

No 10 condemns execution scenes - (07/01/2007 11:55:44)

Downing Street says the way Saddam Hussein's execution was conducted was "completely wrong".

Brown outlines 'patriotic vision' - (07/01/2007 11:46:51)

Chancellor Gordon Brown says "a new style of politics" is needed to meet future challenges.

Saudis confirm Eurofighter order - (07/01/2007 10:59:32)

Saudi Arabia says it will start taking delivery of 72 Eurofighter jets from UK firm BAE Systems "very soon".

UK troops 'to guard power plants' - (07/01/2007 10:39:21)

Soldiers could guard Bacton gas terminal against terrorist attacks under plans being considered by ministers.