index news world Virgin Media

News

World news

Anger as Burma seizes UN food aid

International aid workers are fuming after Burma's junta impounded two United Nations food aid shipments at Rangoon airport.

Fritzl to remain in custody

The Austrian man who fathered seven children by his daughter has been ordered to remain in custody for another month.

Russia parades its military might

Russia has celebrated its victory over Nazi Germany with a display of military might not seen since the collapse of the Soviet Union.

Hezbollah in control of west Beirut

Lebanon's Iranian-backed Hezbollah has taken control of west Beirut after three days of battles with pro-government gunmen.

Bush's daughter set to wed

The Bush family are gathering at the president's Texas ranch ahead of his daughter Jenna's wedding.

Olmert 'took illegal payments'

Prosecutors in Israel have revealed they are investigating Prime Minister Ehud Olmert received illegal payments.

Paedophile held after Interpol plea

A man seen abusing children in South-East Asia in images posted on the web has been arrested in the US following a global hunt.

Olympic torch lights up Everest

The Olympic torch has reached the summit of Mount Everest.

Zimbabwe opposition supporters displaced

Around 40,000 Zimbabwe opposition supporters have been displaced by militias loyal to President Robert Mugabe.

Security tight as Israel celebrates 60th

Israel is celebrating its 60th birthday with fireworks and parties amid tight security over fear of attacks by militant Palestinians.

Your space

Jerusalem ban

Was Southwark Cathedral right to ban the Jerusalem hymn?

Spreading the cost

Should all of the UK foot the bill for the London Olympics?

Look good, pay more

Should pretty people pay more tax?