Sir Christopher Kelly, the chairman of the Committee on Standards in Public Life, is reaching the end of his five-year term
Chairman of the Committee on Standards in Public Life says public faith is collapsing
A mirthful online guide to marijuana use, put together by police in Seattle, has become an internet hit
A mirthful online guide to marijuana use, put together by police in Seattle, has become an internet hit.
David Cameron’s behaviour towards the EU has exasparated his German counterpart, Angela Merkel
Ed Miliband argues that the Prime Minister is too weak to stop country leaving EU
Two British women raped on Barbados have begun an extraordinary campaign to help clear the man accused of the attacks
Search for justice on a Caribbean island
Man of the hour? 'Genius strategist' Lynton Crosby
The military medical staff carry out the drills on pigs which are shot and then operated on at a course provided in Nato's training facilities in Jaegerspris, Denmark.
Jessica Ennis’s exploits have helped to encourage children to try new sports

An investigation has been launched after human bones were discovered on a houseboat that was devastated by fire.

Indigenous Colombians drag a soldier from a military post on Mount Berlin. They expelled troops from the area after harassment by Farc guerrillas
Colombian guerrillas begin ceasefire talks – but where are the missing victims?
Police officers called to deal with children who appear to be mentally ill often have "no option" other than detention
A Burmese graffiti artist welcomes Barack Obama for his first visit
US President's Asia tour underscores foreign policy shift eastwards to counter China's influence
Both candidates cry victory and accuse his opponent of fraud
Worthy of praise? The Norwegian mass killer Anders Behring Breivik in court in Oslo

The Norwegian mass murderer Anders Breivik has written to a German neo-Nazi terror suspect, urging her to use her forthcoming trial for alleged complicity in racist killings to promote their far-right ideology

A former student has spoken out about becoming a victim of iPhone bicycle muggers.

Reverend Lucy Winkett the first woman priest at St Pauls Cathedral in London
More than 1,000 members of the Anglican clergy and senior laity have signed an open letter to The Independent urging the General Synod to vote in favour of women bishops
Jose Mourinho shouts instructions to Cristiano Ronaldo
Madrid's record-breaking coach is under fire, Ronaldo's future is in doubt and both will welcome a return to England.
Stephane Sessegnon (far right) celebrates with his teammates
Fulham 1 Sunderland 3: Stephane Sessegnon's wonder strike adds to Fulham woe
Injected nanoparticles can trick the immune system into halting its attack on the body
Red kite: Once abundant across much of the UK, this spectacular bird of prey is making its way back thanks to a series of highly successful reintroduction projects. Up 575 per cent to 1,600 pairs
(1995-2010 figures)

The UK's bird population has plummeted by 44 million in four decades, according to a study

Patel and Piotrowski are now more common surnames in the UK than Pauncefoot, new research shows.

Stephen Fry and Mark Rylance in Twelfth Night
Five-star review for Twelfth Night and Richard III at Apollo Theatre
Isy Suttie tells James Rampton about the joy of playing Peep Show’s Dobby

The majority of British adults watch four hours of repeats every week, according to a survey.

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MUSIC: A total of 22 British albums made No 1 in foreign countries this year

US toppled from No 1 slot as British influence enhances its 'soft power'

Lewis Hamilton celebrates his US Grand Prix victory
Briton’s triumph sets up a shoot-out for the F1 championship in Brazil
'It was never about a fashion show, it was just about my wardrobe'
HBO is celebrating four decades of making great TV. So, what were they up to before The Sopranos and Co?
HBO before and after 'The Sopranos'
Memoto Camera could 'capture and relive event memorable moment of your life before you even realise how special they are'
Nicola Benedetti is the youngest ever musician to close the Proms

Nicola Benedetti wants to share her music with more than the elite

Even at 80, Omar Sharif’s eyes are still mesmerising, the glittering fury captured so strikingly by David Lean on film
Omar Sharif on the 50th anniversary of 'Lawrence of Arabia'

I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! star Helen Flanagan called upon her newly-found bravery to secure more food for her fellow campers last night.

Elephant appointed artist in residence at zoo
Arguably Henry Moore’s largest sculpture, Didcot dominates the Thames Valley in south Oxfordshire, and has inspired poets and artists. It could now disappear.

English Heritage considers listing Didcot power station, once the third most hated site in Britain

David Petraeus with his wife, Holly

Infidelity brought an abrupt end to his career and the saga has had its very own domino effect

Ricky Hatton reveals why he is entering the ring once again

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General alert: The fall of David Petraeus

Infidelity brought an abrupt end to his carreer and the saga has had it's very own domino effect
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Paul Vallely: There is worse to come in Gaza

The Arab Spring has shifted alliances in the Middle East, bringing new dangers to this latest Israel-Palestinian conflict
Omar Sharif: 'It is a great film, but I'm not very good in it'

Omar Sharif: 'It is a great film, but I'm not very good in it'

It is 50 years since 'Lawrence of Arabia' came to the silver screen. Here, one of the two actors who achieved stardom in the film talks about the anniversary celebrations
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William Boyd: From Chaplin to Chekhov

'Longing', a play based on two short stories, opens next year, the writer tells Susie Mesure
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Hooray for Holyrood! Triumph of Scots film

The Highlands and cities of Scotland are enjoying a cinematic boom, as Sarah Morrison discovers
Henry Moore's cooling towers under threat

Henry Moore's cooling towers under threat

English Heritage considers listing Didcot power station, once the third most hated site in Britain
Junk-food fortunes: Sports stars cash in on advertising

Junk-food fortunes: Sports stars cash in on advertising

That's the claim made by health campaigners who want to ban famous athletes from promoting fatty foods to children
Hit me one more time: Ricky Hatton reveals why he is entering the ring once again

Ricky Hatton is back in the ring

A defeat three years ago left the boxer suicidal and resigned to retirement.
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Band from the backwoods: All hail the Alabama Shakes

A year ago, they were working deadbeat jobs in the backwoods. Now, after their lead singer turned down Simon Cowell, they’re the world’s most fêted band.