The UN Security Council is considering a draft resolution against Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad, amid an upsurge in violence.

Ministers and Labour clash over who is responsible for RBS chief executive Stephen Hester's contract, amid anger about a £963,000 share bonus offer.

A man who is almost completely paralysed has won the first step in his legal bid to pursue his right-to-die.

A Nottingham farmer is jailed for a year after "horrific" scenes of animal cruelty were uncovered by inspectors on his property.

Danny Boyle reveals the London 2012 Olympics opening ceremony will be called Isles of Wonder, in an announcement six months ahead of the Games.