A BBC Newsnight investigation uncovers evidence of secret payments from an Azerbaijani to boxing organisers, which whistleblowers allege is part of a deal to secure two gold medals at London 2012.

Edinburgh and Cambridge scientists gain new knowledge into how viruses such as flu and HIV jump between species.

Forces loyal to Libya's new government take control of the strategic southern town of Sabha, which straddles the main road south to Niger.

Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's fiery attack on Western nations in a speech to the UN General Assembly prompts a mass walkout by diplomats.

Facebook outlines plans to encourage users to share more of the media they consume, including music and movies.

Nine out of 10 MPs do not claim back money they are entitled to because of red tape, a report on the new Commons expenses body finds.

The Maldives - at risk from rising sea levels - complains of a spoof Daily Telegraph blog post saying it will be omitted from the Times World Atlas.

Scientists say doctors need better training to avoid mistakes in blood samples taken in hospital A&E departments,