NIC says US influence will 'substantially' decline
The political, economic and military influence of the United States will substantially decline over the next two decades, according to the country's leading intelligence organisation.
Bonanza for jobs - but only in the public sector
Tens of thousands of civil servants are being recruited despite the recession and the poor state of public finances, research shows.
Teenager lives for four months without a heart
A teenage girl without a heart has been kept alive by a specially-made blood pumping device.
Dubai resort's launch is most expensive ever
Hollywood stars and billionaire business moguls attend £15m opening of Dubai's Atlantis.
Woolies lenders balk
Last-ditch talks to rescue Woolworths are close to collapsing.
US shares at 11-year low
Markets plunge on concern over banks and failure to reach a deal for car makers.
RBS says sorry
Bank executives bowed to pressure and apologised to shareholders.
Rock risks another £3bn
Another £3bn of taxpayer money has been put at risk in Northern Rock.
EIB arrears rise
The European Investment Bank has seen its arrears rate surge.
Gallas exposes Arsenal rifts
William Gallas' latest emotional outburst will take some beating and he has risked losing the Arsenal captaincy in the process.
Wilkinson no longer keen on England spot
Injury-plagued World Cup winner says he’ll happily play at lower level and let others work for England spot.
England hopes disappear in the gloom of Kanpur
England lose third successive ODI to India as home side win via Duckworth-Lewis when play ends at 4.40pm.
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