| Call for calm after N Korea missiles Russia, China and the US call for calm after North Korea test-fires a series of missiles off its east coast, defying UN sanctions.  UK threatens new Burma sanctions UK PM Brown threatens new sanctions against Burma after it refused to let the UN chief meet the jailed opposition leader. Serena powers to Wimbledon title Serena Williams ends her sister's recent dominance at Wimbledon with a straight-sets win that gives her a third Wimbledon title. Australia probes navy 'sex game' Australia's navy is investigating claims sailors competed with each other to bed female crew, for cash prizes. Fans scramble for Jackson tickets More than half a million Michael Jackson fans have already applied for 17,500 free tickets to the singer's public memorial service next week. Iran 'hangs 20 drug traffickers' Iran has executed 20 people for drug trafficking at a prison west of the capital Tehran, official media reports. UK investigates Iran charge claim A staff member at the British Embassy in Iran is to face trial on security charges, reports suggest. Honduran court defiant on Zelaya Honduras' high court rejects a demand by the Organization of American States to reinstate ousted President Manuel Zelaya. Self-help 'makes you feel worse' Bridget Jones is not alone in turning to self-help mantras to boost her spirits, but a study warns they may have the opposite effect. Young slumdog moves into new home One of the child stars of the Oscar-winning film Slumdog Millionaire moves from his Mumbai shanty dwelling into a new home. Venice adds wi-fi to cultural attractions The Italian city of Venice launches what is believed to be the most extensive wireless internet system in Europe. Cancellara wins first Tour stage Fabian Cancellara powers to victory in the opening time trial in the Tour de France as seven-time champion Lance Armstrong makes his return to the race. Super Lions grab consolation win The British and Irish Lions roar back with a commanding consolation victory at Ellis Park to end the 2009 series 2-1 down in South Africa. Are you worried about swine flu? The UN’s top health official has said the worldwide spread of swine flu is now unstoppable. Are you concerned? Tower block blaze victims named Five of six victims who died in a fire at a south London tower block are named, as police investigate the cause. News Wizard |