Britain feared Libya would take harsh action against UK interests if the Lockerbie bomber died in prison, latest Wikileaks cables allege.

The husband of a woman murdered on her honeymoon is arrested in the UK at the request of the South African authorities, police say.

Australia captain Ricky Ponting backs Phillip Hughes as the most likely replacement for Simon Katich for next week's third Ashes Test in Perth.

Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson plays down concerns over an injury to centre-back Rio Ferdinand.

Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp vows not to curtail his side's attacking intent after they produce another thriller to finish top of Champions League Group A.

Leeds students who are staging a sit-in at the university in protest over tuition fees are told they can stay for the time-being.

Manager Walter Smith praises two teenagers who impressed for Rangers in the 1-1 draw at Bursapor in the Champions League.

Lee Byrne misses Ospreys' Heineken Cup double header with Munster with a fractured thumb - and the club criticise their full-back for missing appointments.