Horsemeat found in burgers at top supermarkets
Large quantities of horsemeat have been found in bargain burgers on sale in Tesco, Lidl and Iceland according to investigations carried out by The Food Safety authority of Ireland.
Syria: Explosion at Aleppo university kills 15
This unverified footage shows the moment Aleppo University was hit by a massive explosion with unconfirmed reports that at least 15 people have been killed and many more injured.
German couple accused of spying for Russia for 20 years
A husband and wife who have named themselves Heidrun" and "Andreas Anschlag," have gone on trial in Germany today where they are accused of spying for Russia's Foreign Intelligence Service agency for the past 20 years
Pakistan Supreme Court orders arrest of Prime Minister
The Pakistan Supreme Court has ordered the arrest of prime minister Raja Pervez Ashraf seen here at his investiture last year.
Music retailer HMV goes into administration
Yet another death knell for the UK's high street as HMV, the music retailer and DVD chain, announces it is to appoint an administrator, which could mean the loss of 4,350 jobs. Deloitte announced that 239 stores will remain open in the UK and the rep
Jamaica: 8 people arrested over Imani Green murder
Eight people have reportedly been arrested over the fatal shooting of 8 year old South London British schoolgirl Imani Green in Jamaica.
Mark Bridger pleads not guilty in April Jones hearing
Mark Bridger appeared at Mold crown court today accused of the murder and abduction of five-year-old welsh girl April Jones ,who disappeared while out playing with friends on her bike at Machynlleth, in October last year.
23 year old man arrested over Big Issue Stabbings
A 23-year-old man has been charged with the murder of two Big issue sellers Wayne Busst, 32, and Ian Gladwish, 31 in Birmingham City centre.
India: Gang-raped woman found hanged from tree
In a grim reminder of the horrific Delhi gang rape. A woman, who was travelling on a Delhi-bound train with a relative, was allegedly raped by the driver and conductor, then taken by motorbike from the train and left hanging from a tree until she
William and Kate baby due in July
St James's Palace has announced that William and Kate are expecting their first baby in July this year.
Gang rape in New Delhi provokes national fury
As outrage and protests continue, over the brutal gang rape of a 23 year old female medical student who was travelling on a moving bus home from the cinema with a friend on Sunday.
D Day for Mayan end of world prophecy
And so the day has approached, that is the so called end of the world- 21 12 2012. Or 'end of the long count', according to the ancient Mayan civilisation. And as you can see the world's media certainly isn't going to miss it either.
Hollande talks of France's 'brutal' regime in Algeria
The French President Francois Hollande spoke out on a visit to Algeria saying that France had played a contentious role in supressing the Algerian people. Speaking in French He said
Andrew Mitchell 'plebgate' row: Second man arrested
As the 'plebgate' scandal continues , which resulted in the resignation of chief Tory Whip Andrew Mitchell after he called a police officer a pleb for allegedly stopping him cycling around Downing street.
BBC's George Entwistle payoff was 'cavalier' says MPs
The BBC has been criticised by the Commons Public Accounts Committee and MP's over its excessive pay-out to former BBC director general George Entwistle - who quit in the wake of the Jimmy Savile scandal – saying it was a "cavalier" use of money.
Sandy Hook: Obama to propose new gun laws in January
Following the Sandy Hook shooting in Connecticut, all eyes are on President Obama to try and tackle gun legislation particularly the sale of military style assault weapons and ammunition.
Hillsborough: New inquests to be held
Following the new evidence presented to The High Court it has just been announced that the original inquest verdicts on the 96 Liverpool football fans that died in the 1989 Hillsborough disaster on 15th April 1989 have been quashed.
Obama wants to reinstate assault weapons ban
As hundreds of protestors take to the streets protesting over stricter gun controls following the Sandy Hook School Massacre, questions are being asked about what President Obama intends to do about addressing the issue.
UBS to pay record fine of $1.5 billion over libor fixing
The Swiss bank UBS has agreed to pay around $1.5 billion to settle charges that a group of traders at its Japanese unit rigged Libor interest rates.
Queen attends cabinet in historic Downing Street visit
As the Queen's Diamond jubilee year comes to a close, she made another piece of history today by becoming the first monarch since King George III in 1781 to attend a cabinet meeting in Downing Street.
Comet electrical stores last day opening
If you are on the last run for buying Christmas gifts, today is the last time you will find Britain's best known electrical retailer Comet on high streets across the land to get your goodies.
Children arrested in Northern Ireland flag protests
As loyalist protests and violence in Northern Ireland continues for the third week, last night saw more widespread and strategic attacks against police.
Sandy Hook Massacre: First funerals held
Services were held for six-year-olds Noah Pozner and Jack Pinto, who were among 20 children killed at Sandy Hook Primary School in Newtown.
Sandy Hook Massacre: First two children will be buried today
The bodies of two children Noah Pozner and Jack Pinto, both aged six who were killed in the shocking Sandy Hook Infant School massacre on Friday have been released for burial later today.
Hoax nurse funeral takes place in India
The body of the British nurse, Jacintha Saldanha, has arrived at a church in southern India for her memorial service and burial today.
Sandy Hook massacre mother a gun-proud survivalist
Evidence has emerged that Adam Lanza, the 20-year-old who carried out the shocking Sandyhook Elementary school massacre on Friday that killed 20 children and 6 teachers, may have been directly influenced by his mother Nancy Lanza.
Afghanistan Landmine Explosion Kills 10 Children
Two devastating bomb attacks have happened in Afghanistan in the past twenty four hours.
Gary McKinnon: No hacking charges in UK
It was good news today for the Computer hacker Gary McKinnon, who had been fighting for 10 years to avoid extradition to the US, that will not face charges in the UK.
Israeli Foreign Minister resigns after being charged with fraud
The outspoken,larger than life, Israeli Foreign Minister, Avigdor Lieberman has announced he is resigning after being charged with fraud and breach of trust.
Hoax victim nurse left 3 suicide notes
Jacintha Saldanha killed herself after answering a hoax call from two Australian presenters in connection with the Duchess of Cambridge.