Syrian veto a 'licence to kill' Syria's government has been handed a "licence to kill" by Russia and China, opposition activists say, after the countries blocked a draft UN resolution.
Greek PM in crucial bailout talks Greek Prime Minister Lucas Papademos will meet party leaders in his coalition to discuss a proposed 130bn euros EU rescue plan.
Seven dead in Kandahar car bomb At least five police officers and two civilians have died in a car bomb attack on police headquarters in the southern Afghan city of Kandahar, officials say.
Europe freeze hits transport hubs Freezing weather hits transport hubs across Europe, as a cold spell that has now claimed more than 200 lives continues.
Three Tibetans 'in fire protest' Three Tibetans set fire to themselves in south-west China in an anti-Beijing protest, reports say, meaning 19 people have now self-immolated in a year.
Mitt Romney wins Nevada caucuses Front-runner Mitt Romney declares victory in the Republican caucuses in Nevada, as he seeks to win his party's presidential nomination.
Mexico 'cartel enforcer' detained Police in Mexico say they have arrested the suspected leader of the Gente Nueva gang, the armed wing of the Sinaloa drug cartel.
Film-maker Zalman King dies at 69 Film-maker Zalman King, best known for writing and producing the hit movie 9 and a half weeks, dies aged 70.
Monkeys fed wine 'to fight flu' A zoo in Kazakhstan, where overnight temperatures have dipped to nearly -40C, is giving monkeys a wine concoction as a remedy against flu.
Fireman stands in for air control A fireman guides a plane to land at an airport in India after air traffic controllers fail to turn up for work, it emerges.
Obama urges 'keep recovery going' Barack Obama challenges Congress to keep the recovery going as new data shows unemployment down to its lowest rate in three years.
Lance Armstrong team probe closed US prosecutors close an investigation into allegations of criminal conduct over doping claims in a cycle team partly owned by Lance Armstrong.
Fidel Castro launches his memoirs Former Cuban President Fidel Castro appears in public for the first time since April 2011 to launch a two-volume book of memoirs.
William starts Falklands duties Prince William starts work as an RAF search and rescue pilot in the Falkland Islands, having arrived in the territory on a six-week routine deployment.
ANC youth leader appeal dismissed South African youth leader Julius Malema loses his appeals against the ruling ANC's decision to suspend him for bringing the party into disrepute.
Cairo clashes over football anger At least four people are killed in clashes between Egyptian protesters and police, amid ongoing anger over deaths after a football match.
Europe 'at risk of early grave' Australia's Foreign Minister Kevin Rudd warns Europe faces an "early grave" if it continues to ignore Asia's rise.
England players go unsold at IPL Seven England players and Ireland batsman Kevin O'Brien fail to attract bids at the Indian Premier League auction.
Ice alert on roads as snow eases Motorists are urged to take extra care in treacherous conditions as snow across much of the UK turns to ice.
Thousands in rival Moscow marches Tens of thousands of people march in Moscow in protest at Prime Minister Vladimir Putin, while his supporters hold a rally elsewhere in Russia's capital.
BBC accuses Iran of intimidation The BBC's Director General, Mark Thompson, accuses the Iranian authorities of intimidating those working for its Persian service.
Sinai gunmen release US tourists Two US women tourists and their Egyptian guide who were kidnapped in the south of Egypt's Sinai peninsula have been released, security sources say.
Queen marks Diamond Jubilee eve The Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh attend a church service on the eve of the Diamond Jubilee anniversary of her accession to the throne.
Syria veto a mistake, says Hague UK Foreign Secretary William Hague says China and Russia will be "held responsible" for violence in Syria after vetoing a UN resolution condemning government repression.
US job numbers show strong growth The US economy created 243,000 jobs in January, while the unemployment rate fell to 8.3%, official figures show.
New Virgin staff pay for checks Virgin Atlantic is forcing successful job applicants to pay for their own criminal record checks, Radio 4's Money Box reveals.
Europe hit by Russia gas shortage Freezing weather sweeping across Europe is causing a shortage of vital Russian gas supplies to several countries, officials say.
Pakistan set England huge target England face a mammoth task to avoid a series whitewash after Azhar Ali's composed 157 keeps Pakistan in control of the third Test in Dubai.
Yuvraj diagnosed with lung cancer India batsman Yuvraj Singh is undergoing treatment for cancer in the United States his physiotherapist confirms.
Lawrie triumphs in Qatar Masters Scotland's Paul Lawrie shoots a final-day 65 to win the Qatar Masters and continue his fine start to 2012.
Acting veteran Ben Gazzara dies US film and Broadway actor Ben Gazzara has died in New York at the age of 81.
Gibb says he feels 'fantastic' Bee Gees star Robin Gibb says he is making a "spectacular" recovery from cancer and that he is feeling "fantastic".
Poster 'threat' to Dujardin Oscar Movie billboards in Paris featuring The Artist actor Jean Dujardin might affect his chances of winning an Academy Award, according to French press.
VIDEO: Tourists staying away from Egypt Twelve months on from the revolution in Egypt, the country's tourism industry is continuing to struggle.
VIDEO: Big freeze continues across Europe Snow and freezing temperatures across Europe have claimed more than 200 lives in the past week.
VIDEO: Iran 'intimidating BBC Persian' The BBC's director general Mark Thompson has accused the Iranian authorities of intimidating those working for its Persian service.
VIDEO: BBC team smuggled into Homs Syrian government forces have bombarded the city of Homs with artillery shells and mortars, killing at least 55 people, according to opposition groups.
VIDEO: West angry at UN Syria vote veto Western nations have deplored the vetoing by Russia and China of a UN resolution condemning the crackdown in Syria on anti-government protests.
VIDEO: Fidel Castro launches memoirs Former Cuban President Fidel Castro has made a rare public appearance to launch his memoirs.
VIDEO: Birds' paradise lost in Kashmir? Nearly a million migratory birds visit Kashmir's wetlands every year, but this time the severe winter has made it nearly impossible for them to find food.
VIDEO: Rival rallies on streets of Moscow Tens of thousands of people have taken to the streets in Russia's capital Moscow in protest at Prime Minister Vladimir Putin's grip on power.
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Slow steps towards restoring Italy-Libya ties Libya and Italy keen to repair ties damaged by the Arab Spring
VIDEO: Churchill and protege reunited Famous Moroccan artist owes his career to Churchill
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Close encounters with Philippine witches Searching for witches on a tropical island
In pictures: Venezuela parade Venezuela's President Chavez marks 20 years since failed coup
Italy's young generation 'forced to leave' Country's beauty not enough to keep jobless from leaving
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