France, Italy, Spain and Belgium ban short-selling on the shares of banks and other financial companies after market turmoil.

Lord Coe dismisses fears that in light of the rioting in London this week, security at the 2012 Olympics could become a major problem.

A 68-year-old man who was critically injured as he tried to stop looting by rioters in west London dies in hospital, sparking a murder investigation.

American Steve Stricker equals the lowest round in major history with a stunning 63 to take the lead on day one of the 93rd US PGA Championship in Atlanta.

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger says Cesc Fabregas and Samir Nasri are both close to finalising deals away from the club.

Eight Republican presidential candidates offer a mix of tax cut proposals and attacks on President Barack Obama at a debate in Iowa.

The US military lost contact with an unmanned hypersonic aircraft shortly after it was launched atop a rocket in California, defence officials say.

Average debts may reach £53,000 for UK students starting in 2012 as tuition fees rise - double the figure for 2011 - an annual survey suggests.