A bill to strengthen the rights of air passengers in the EU wins the backing of the European Parliament at its first reading.

Chief sports writer Tom Fordyce on why Kevin Pietersen's England end is both logical and a sad waste

Five police forces could face paying out millions of pounds after officers who were forced to retire after 30 years won an age discrimination claim.

Conservative MP Aidan Burley, who was at the centre of a row over a Nazi-themed stag party, is to step down at the next election.

Scientists have created a bionic hand which allows the amputee to feel lifelike sensations from their fingers. A Danish man received the hand, which was connected to nerves in his upper arm, following surgery in Italy.

Brendan Rodgers says his former club Swansea have a history of "correct decisions" after the sacking of manager Michael Laudrup.

Kevin Pietersen could make 'up to £3m' playing in the Indian Premier League following the end of his England career.

MPs are to debate the issue of travel companies raising their prices during school holidays following a father's "rant" on Facebook.