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Ten people are hurt in a suspected bomb explosion that damaged a police bus in the Turkish city of Istanbul, police say.

Almost two-thirds of voters think the assembly should have some influence over taxes, according to a poll for BBC Wales which also suggests little support for an independent Wales.

The stricken cruise liner the Costa Allegra has docked in the Seychelles.

Australia's army chief says serving military personnel who posted racist and sexist comments on a private Facebook site will face action.

The International Monetary Fund boss, Christine Lagarde, has been crossing the globe to drum up $500 bn worth of fiscal support for the eurozone. But can she convince world leaders to dig deep?

Chris Coleman pays tribute to the late Gary Speed's sons, who met Wales' players after the 1-0 defeat by Costa Rica.

From a presidental candidate hopeful to soldiers and Prince Charles, St David's day is celebrated by Welsh people all over the world.

Nationally important habitats would be threatened if a planned waste incinerator is built in Newport, an environmental group claims.

UK house prices rose slightly in February but the lift in values may not last through the summer, according to the Nationwide.

Free transport for better off pensioners may have to be withdrawn to help offset the impact of welfare reform in Northern Ireland, the social development minister says.

Triple jumper Phillips Idowu says his best days are still ahead of him

Northern Ireland's director of public prosecutions says the so-called supergrass trials will continue - despite criticism of two prosecution witnesses last week.

Rivals react to Murdoch departure

A TV documentary focusing on racial differences in Bradford is criticised by community leaders who say the city has been unfairly targeted.

Passengers on the Costa Allegra speak of difficult conditions on board as the stricken cruise ship docks in the Seychelles.

The government's controversial Welfare Reform Bill passes its final hurdle in the Lords, as MPs warn on the independence of disabled people.

More than 500 business leaders have signed a letter calling for the 50p top rate of tax to be scrapped in next month's Budget.

Torrential rain brings flooding to the Australian state of New South Wales and forces evacuations in some areas, with more rain forecast.

The aftermath of a storm

Animal welfare groups are stepping up their efforts to stop bears being farmed for their bile, a popular ingredient in traditional Chinese medicine.