The News of the World issues an apology in this Sunday's edition over the phone-hacking scandal.

London Zoo's population of Bolivian squirrel monkeys have taken a liking to the glasses worn by visitors in the recent warm weather - and have begun to snatch the accessories off people's heads.

Cuba and Venezuela condemn a US court decision to acquit the veteran anti-communist militant Luis Posada Carriles as a "shameful farce".

Celtic win to extend their lead at the top of the Scottish Premier League despite a below-par performance at home against St Mirren.

Pro-Gaddafi forces tackle Libyan opposition fighters on the streets of Ajdabiya in a surprise attack on the rebel-held town.

Fines for residents who break the rules on rubbish collections in England are to be scrapped, the government is expected to announce.

Red Bull's reigning world champion Sebastian Vettel starts on pole position for the Malaysian Grand Prix, with Lewis Hamilton of McLaren also on the front row.

World number four Andy Murray reveals he would like the chance to work with Tim Henman, the man he replaced as British number one.