Syrian security forces enter the city of Homs making a number of arrests, as nationwide operations continue against anti-government protests.

Nuclear power will remain the cheapest way for the UK to grow its low-carbon energy supply for at least a decade, according to government advisers.

The mummified, tattooed head of an ancient Maori warrior is set to be returned to New Zealand, after decades in a French museum.

Pay in the public sector in the UK has risen faster than in the private sector, a report for think tank Policy Exchange says.

Poor foreign language skills among the British workforce are leaving the UK under-represented in EU institutions, a European official has said.

Michael Schumacher admits he is not enjoying racing following a disappointing start to the second season of his comeback.

The owner of British Gas, Centrica, warns that customers may face higher energy bills following turmoil in energy markets.

Thousands of suspects are to be charged by post under government plans to cut what Home Secretary Theresa May called "grinding" police bureaucracy.