US actor Jack Klugman, who starred in the 1970s hit TV series The Odd Couple and Quincy M.E., dies at the age of 90.

A policeman who was injured during violent protests over the gang rape of a woman in the Indian capital Delhi dies in hospital.

All British service personnel serving in Afghanistan will get a traditional Christmas lunch after a major logistical effort by the military.

Pakistan is set to to play its first cricket series in India for five years amid tight security, beginning with a T20 game in Bangalore.

Manchester United host Newcastle on an action packed Boxing Day, while rock bottom Reading hope for a win at Swansea.

A plane carrying more than 60 passengers, including many foreigners, crash-lands in Burma, killing a passenger and a motorcyclist.

Andy Murray's mother Judy predicts even more success in 2013, and praises the impact of coach Ivan Lendl on his career.

Nelson Mandela is in good spirits and doctors are happy with his progress, says President Zuma after visiting the former leader in hospital.