England's women are eliminated from Euro 2013 after they are beaten 3-0 by France in their final Group C match.

The government outlines plans to give tax breaks to companies involved in the UK's shale gas industry, but faces criticism from environmentalists.

A pick-up in activity among first-time buyers has put the brakes on increases in the cost of renting a home in England and Wales, a survey suggests.

The heatwave warning is raised to "level three" by the Met Office for south-west England and the West Midlands.

Palestinian leaders end a meeting to discuss a possible revival in peace talks with Israel without reaching a decision.

Deaths from alcohol-related disease in women born in the 1970s are rising, contrary to the overall trend, a study suggests.

Prosecutors who succeeded in having Russian protest leader Alexei Navalny jailed for embezzlement will ask for him to be freed pending appeal.

The UK economy has seen a £9.9bn boost in trade and investment from hosting the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, research suggests.