John toshack quits and tips ryan giggs to be the next wales boss
John Toshack will resign as Wales boss within 48 hours and has already recommended veteran Manchester United winger Ryan Giggs as his replacement.
Us open 2010: it's hard labour as andy murray limps out
Andy Murra y limped out of the US Open last night, unable to keep body and mind together long enough to sustain his US Open challenge beyond America's Labour Day weekend.
Nasser hussain: go for the bigger fish, not tiddlers you landed
What happens next could finally rid the game of the spectre of corruption and prove that the International Cricket Council really are capable of running the game efficiently.
Craig Bellamy’s move to Cardiff, although remarkable, didn’t quite measure up to Kevin Keegan’s £100,000 move from Southampton to Newcastle in 1982.
You dim twit! snubbed dimitri mascarenhas blasts geoff miller on twitter
England cricketer Dimitri Mascarenhas could face disciplinary action after his Twitter account contained an astonishing assault on national selector Geoff Miller.
Steven fletcher's scotland role under threat after wolves striker's foot injury
Steven Fletcher is expected to withdraw from the Scotland squad for their Euro 2012 Euro qualifying game against Liechtenstein at Hampden on Tuesday.
Martin samuel: what has capello got to learn from wenger, fergie, hodgson and moyes?
In a surreal gesture the LMA have granted the England boss access to the 'immense knowledge' of British coaches.
Adam johnson 'making up for lost time' with england and manchester city
After a first goal for England, which has followed on from his £8 million move to Manchester City, Adam Johnson recalls how a defeat at Bristol City kickstarted his career.
Wayne rooney now on his knees: scandal threatens england's new dawn
An easy win was followed by yet more sleazy revelations about England's players and with them came further problems for manager Fabio Capello.
Chelsea defender Ashley Cole is within three internationals of becoming England’s most capped full back; he is also one of the most adventurous.
Barcelona keep no 4 shirt vacated for fabregas' arrival next summer
Barcelona are saving their famous No 4 shirt for Cesc Fabregas because they're so sure his move back to the club will happen next summer.
Keith fahey's enjoying life as he adjusts after his republic of ireland winner in armenia
The 100-plus texts from old friends and ex-team-mates was a strong indication of the significance of Keith Fahey's first goal for his country.
England fans heading for Switzerland might have some hackneyed old ideas about chocolate and watches, but the country has more to offer, as our exhaustive guide proves
Mohammad aamer's age could save him from life ban, says icc chief haroon lorgat
Pakistan's teenage fast bowler Mohammad Aamer could escape serious punishment over spot-fixing allegations because of his age, ICC chief executive has suggested.
Didi's striving still to be the main hamann
Didi Hamann's played in World Cup and Champions League finals, and scored the last goal at the old Wembley, yet Hartlepool occupied his thoughts this weekend.
All the buzz of the npower football league
Bournemouth fans feared the worst when Brett Pitman was sold. But Josh McQuoid's fourth goal in three starts since Pitman left has given the crowd a new name to sing.
Steven gerrard should be england skipper, not rio ferdinand, claims danny murphy
Rio Ferdinand may be close to pulling on an England shirt again, but Danny Murphy is adamant it should not be adorned with the captain's armband.
Minister orders smartcard travel revolution in hope to encourage the use of public transport
Transport Minister Norman Baker said he had ordered officials to draw up plans to introduce the cards - based on London’s Oyster card scheme - 'within a few years'.
Heart attack risk of diabetes drug: experts call for avandia to be withdrawn
A diabetes drug taken by up to 100,000 patients increases the risk of heart attacks and should be withdrawn on safety grounds, senior doctors say today.
Teenage wheelchair stuntman nails world's first double backflip (after a few painful fails)
After months of practice and painful attempts - and one broken wheelchair - Aaron Fotheringham successfully completed a double flip in his wheelchair.
William hague twitters thanks to the public for their support over 'gay' allegations
The Foreign Secretary said he and his wife Ffion had received ‘huge public support’ after issuing a statement on Wednesday, in which he denied having a relationship with a male aide.
When I turned 12 and entered puberty, the kidnapper’s behaviour changed dramatically. He started treating me as if I were dirty and disgusting, and kick me in the shins.
It was a crime that shocked the world. A girl of ten snatched from the street, then kept in a cellar by her crazed kidnapper.
Back to the 1970s as london underground militants plan walkouts and ba prepare for christmas strikes
Leaders of London Underground unions have called a series of walk-outs this week which are timed to cause maximum disruption to commuters.
Tory mp weeps over discovery that his brazilian wife is £70-a-time suburban prostitute
Mike Weatherley was one of a new group of MPs elected with David Cameron earlier this year. The MP's Brazilian wife Carla, 39, has been discovered working as a prostitute.
'frankensalmon' ruled safe to eat: fast-growing gm fish approved by scientists
The first GM salmon could be on American dinner tables within two to three years, and possibly on British plates soon after that.
Cherie v mandy: blair's wife takes legal action after book reveals private letters
Mrs Blair was said to be furious that Peter Mandelson revealed details of a private letter in which she made a vitriolic attack on Gordon Brown.
Tony blair star guest on new itv show daybreak
Tony Blair is on a whistle-stop tour of the country's radio and TV stations to promote his book, and he doesn't seem to care with whom he shares the limelight.
Failed asylum seeker Kawa ali Azad, who is described by his ex-partner (pictured) as ‘completely unbalanced,’ was granted his freedom from an immigration centre in March.
Carry on driving: the motorist on 54 points as one in four keep their licences after exceeding limit
More than one in four drivers who racked up 12 penalty points escaped being banned from the roads last year with the disclosure of the figures bringing criticism of the leniency of magistrates' court
Betrayal of the heroes: army to force out injured so it can recruit new soldiers
Around 5,000 troops who are medically unfit for combat duties, including those injured in Afghanistan and Iraq, are to be ousted by the Ministry of Defence.
Raymond domenech booted out of french football for good after losing advisory role
News reports say former France coach Raymond Domenech has been fired from his last remaining job with the French Football Federation.
Paul hogan leaves australia after tax row
Actor, 70, arrived back in LA after being forced to spend two weeks in Australia over a tax row of £21.4million.
The ex-couple discussed their marriage with Vanessa Feltz for a talk show task, but the interview was cut short.
Us open 2010: ana ivanovic exits as women struggle to give value
Monday's crunch match between top seed Caroline Wozniacki and former Wimbledon champion Maria Sharapova promises to add some much-needed ammunition.
Wayne rooney : england boss fabio capello unsure after lurid sex allegations
Wayne Rooney must prove to Fabio Capello that he is in the right state of mind to lead England’s attack against Switzerland tomorrow night. Rooney’s world was thrown into chaos afer revelations about his private life.
Blinking madness! why car lashes are the female-friendly car accessory that tops the lot
Manufacturers have wised up to the fact that women drive, too, and - newsflash - some of us even choose our own cars.
The life coach con: can you really trust someone to solve your problems?
It's a boom industry - with celebrity clients paying up to £5,000 a session. But can you really trust a life coach to solve your problems? Our investigation will make you think twice
All these women are a size ten - but can you guess which one has spent a fortune on cosmetic surgery, who swears by gruelling bootcamps and which spends nothing at all to stay in great shape?
Janet street-porter: yes, junk food is addictive - but meat's the deadliest drug
We're told junk food is a s addictive cocaine or heroin. true - have you ever tried to give up bottled mayonnaise?
In How To Become a Money Magnet, author Marie-Claire Carlyle helps readers identify beliefs that stop them attracting money, and offers tools to overcome those obstacles.
Four in ten domestic violence victims are men
The study by Parity campaign group added that men who complain of being attacked at home are often ignored by police who prefer to believe a woman is the real victim.
Treatment of the week: relax at the four seasons spa
chose the 45-minute lavender, rosemary and mint back treatment, which was tailor-made to my mood, i.e., full of food and getting over a virus.
Forget fashion fads, we pick the best trousers around for timeless outfits you will wear again and again.
Can it be possible to vaccinate your skin against the ageing process in the same way that you can vaccinate a child against measles? French beauty brand Givenchy says yes, and claims its latest product, Vax'in For Youth, does exactly that.
Christina Hendricks - the curvaceous, wasp-waisted star of Mad Men - was reported as saying she was struggling to find a designer who would dress her for the red carpet at the Emmys.
Our selection of the best avocado=based products to give you soft skin and silky-smooth hair.
At £180 a pair, they aren't cheap, but you'd be hard-pushed to find a pair of hand-made, bespoke shoes for less.
Today, she reveals how her cynicism about meditation finally melted away at a clifftop ashram - a remote yoga lodge - in Kerala . . .
Damn you julia roberts! why can't you let us all be 40 and flabby?
Last weekend, two things happened. I turned 40, and Julia roberts was photographed in a bikini, looking, at 42, like the living embodiment of youthful perfection.
I have spent the past five years going out with a man who seemed unable to get over the break-up of his marriage.
How to... get yourself noticed
If you've got something to market - be it a hand-printed T-shirt, home-made cupcakes, or a blog - understanding how to brand yourself for maximum exposure is a valuable skill.
Met 'may reopen phone hack probe'
The Metropolitan Police says it may reopen the investigation into allegations of phone hacking by the News of the World if new evidence is uncovered.
Student migration 'unsustainable'
The number of foreign students let into the UK is "unsustainable", minister Damian Green will say in his first major speech on immigration.
Blair criticises prison policies
Former prime minister Tony Blair criticises the government's prison policies, saying the coalition is soft on crime.
Diabetes drug advice 'not heeded'
A type two diabetes drug is still being prescribed in the UK two months after it is recommended for withdrawal, BBC Panorama learns.
Pope 'may appeal' in iran stoning
The Vatican says it could appeal diplomatically to Iran to spare the life of an Iranian woman sentenced to death by stoning for adultery.
Mps to debate av bill on return
Plans for a referendum of the way MPs are elected will take centre stage on Monday as the House of Commons resumes business.
Miners' families mark first month
Relatives of 33 trapped miners in Chile hold a ceremony to mark their first month underground.
Toshack ready to quit wales job
John Toshack is on the verge of quitting as Wales manager after the defeat in Montenegro, BBC Sport understands.
Elo cellist killed by bale of hay
Early ELO member Mike Edwards is killed in a freak road accident involving a bale of hay in Devon.
Scots face further economic toil
The boss of PricewaterhouseCoopers in Scotland warns the next 18 months may be much tougher for the economy than the past 18.
Student poverty at 'crisis level'
Student hardship in Scotland reaches "crisis levels", a survey by the National Union of Students (NUS) finds.
Blair in climate inaction warning
Former UK Prime Minster Tony Blair warns world leaders they may pay a heavy price in history if they fail to tackle global warming.
Gum and heart link 'breakthrough'
Scientists say they have established one reason why gum disease may increase the risk of heart disease.
Cell assault policeman faces sack
A police officer who was caught on CCTV injuring a woman by throwing her into a cell faces being dismissed.
Basque government dismisses eta ceasefire
The armed Basque separatist group ETA today announced another ceasefire, suggesting it might turn to a political process in its quest for an independent homeland.
Soldier dies in hospital after afghan blast
A British soldier died in hospital in the UK today while another was killed in an explosion in southern Afghanistan, the Ministry of Defence said.
Briton killed in new zealand plane crash named
A British tourist killed after a skydiving plane crashed in a ball of flames in New Zealand has been named.
Gulf spill well 'no longer a threat'
The ruptured well which pumped almost five million barrels of oil into the Gulf of Mexico has been secured and no longer constitutes a threat, it has been confirmed.
Five russian soldiers killed in suicide blast
Five soldiers have been killed and about 40 wounded in a suicide car-bomb attack on a Russian base, officials in Russia's violence-plagued republic of Dagestan said today.
Man injured in 'tombstoning' accident
A man was rushed to hospital after tombstoning from a rocky outcrop on a stag weekend, coastguards said today.
Police name man found strangled in home
Police today named a man who was found strangled in his home.
'anti-terror data' found in the street
Police were today investigating the contents of a computer memory stick said to contain sensitive anti-terror material which was reportedly found in the street outside a police station.
Dream comes true for ed wright in san francisco
The dream came true on San Francisco Bay for 32-year old Ed Wright with a tour de force win of the Gold Cup world championship in the heavyweight Olympic singlehander, the Finn.
Prom 66: berlin philharmonic / rattle, royal albert hall, london
The Mahler had come the night before – this second Berlin Philharmonic Prom imaginatively chronicled the before and after.
Dannatt accuses blair and brown over funding
The former head of the Army accused Tony Blair and Gordon Brown today of letting down British troops in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Elderly surrey man stabbed in heart
An elderly man found dead at a house received a fatal stab wound to the heart, police said today,
Rooney expected in switzerland despite allegations
Wayne Rooney is still scheduled to travel to Switzerland tomorrow for England's Euro 2012 qualifier despite allegations about his private life, Football Association sources said today.
Sergeant faces sack after cell assault on woman
A police sergeant faces the sack after being caught on CCTV injuring a woman by pushing her into a cell, it emerged today.
London braced for travel chaos
The first of a wave of strikes by London Underground workers in rows over pay and jobs will start today, threatening travel chaos for millions of passengers in the coming week.
'brain haemorrhage' sms stir panic in kenya
Kenya's telecommunications regulator on Wednesday told mobile phone users to ignore swirling rumours that receiving calls from some numbers appearing in red can cause brain haemorrhage.
Rice advice: philippine farmers get tech-savvy
The mobile phone may soon replace the centuries-old straw hat as the Filipino rice farmer's must-have accessory.
Breast, ovary removal can eliminate cancer risk for some
Women with a certain genetic predisposition to breast or ovarian cancer can dramatically reduce their risk of developing either by undergoing preventative surgeries, a study showed Tuesday.
Mark hurd ousted hewlett-packard chief in talks about joining oracle
following a sexual harassment and expenses scandal, is reported to be in talks to join Oracle's senior management. Hurd, 53, abruptly quit as chairman and chief executive of HP ...Oracle looks to give Hurd leading roleFinancial TimesMark Hurd in Talks With OracleWall Street JournalHurd in Talks With Oracle - ReportTheStreet.comDailyFinance -San Jose Mercury News -Computerworld
Michael douglas suffers throat cancer
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British rider Cal Crutchlow will switch from the World Superbike championship to MotoGP next season on a two-year deal.
Third round: 10-David Ferrer (Spain) beat Daniel Gimeno-Traver (Spain) 7-6(2) 6-2 6-2
Leeds Carnegie 16-27 Bath Rugby; Northampton 27-19 Leicester Tigers
Andy Priaulx leads Augusto Farfus across the line to take a comfortable one-two finish for BMW Team RBM in race two in Oschersleben.
Annacone quits lta early over federer
Paul Annacone steps down as head of men’s tennis at the LTA to avoid a conflict of interest with his new job as Roger Federer's coach.
Jimenez clinches european masters
Miguel Angel Jimenez chalks up his third victory of the European Tour season when he claims the European Masters title.
Haga holds off brits to win in germany
Noriyuki Haga holds off the charge of British trio Jonathan Rea, Leon Haslam and Cal Crutchlow to claim race two at the Nurburgring.
England win the toss and choose to bowl in the Twenty20 International against Pakistan in Cardiff.
Shoya tomizawa dies after crash
Japanese Moto2 rider Shoya Tomizawa dies after a crash in the San Marino GP.
1-Dani Pedrosa, 2-Jorge Lorenzo, 3-Valentino Rossi, 4-Andrea Dovizioso, 5-Casey Stoner, 6-Ben Spies, 7-Colin Edwards, 8-Alvaro Bautista, 9-Hector Barbera, 10-Marco Melandri.
Indian swimmers fail dope tests
Three Indian swimmers, including two from the country's Commonwealth Games squad, are provisionally suspended for failing dope tests.
Menu wins as huff black-flagged
Chevrolet’s Alain Menu claims his first victory of the season in race one at Oschersleben after his team-mate Rob Huff was black-flagged.
1-Toni Elias, 2-Julian Simon, 3-Thomas Luthi, 4-Simone Corsi, 5-Stefan Bradl, 6-Jules Cluzel, 7-Gabor Talmacsi, 8-Dominique Aegerter, 9-Claudio Corti, 10-Roberto Rolfo.
Rea keeps cool to claim race one win
Jonathan Rea keeps his head to claim his fourth win of the World Superbike season during race one at the Nurburgring.