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Britain: Urgent reforms demanded after election night chaos
A scathing assessment of the British polling day chaos has found more than 1,000 voters were prevented from casting their ballot.
What's up, Doc? Britain's favourite boot at 50
Their fans range from skinheads to fashion models - and more than 100 million pairs have been sold worldwide since they made their debut. Ralph Miller and Susie Mesure salute Dr Martens boots as they celebrate their half-century.
Campaigners vow to stop Britain's first TV ad for abortion services
The first television advert for abortion services in the UK is to be aired next week, prompting anger from anti-abortion groups.
Dame Kiri 'not interested' in Susan Boyle's success
Questioned about the the appeal of 'crossover' artists, Dame Kiri said: 'You insult me by even wanting to bring it into this conversation'.
Liz Hurley: Hugh Grant is 'my overall best friend'
Hugh Grant 'virtually has a bedroom' at the house Hurley shares with her husband Arun Nayar and son Damian, the actress told Zest magazine.
UFO-chasing hacker: Nasa security 'truly shocking'
Accused of "the biggest military hack of all time" Gary McKinnon is, according to the US, the most dangerous hacker in the world.
Supermodel Claudia Schiffer gives birth
Supermodel Claudia Schiffer has become a mother for the third time.
Awkward questions bring the love-in to an end
Coalition already stuttering as Tories query issues of Europe and vote system reform.
Family wins dispute over guardianship of 'human iPod'
Derek Paravicini has severe learning difficulties but is also an extraordinarily talented musician who can instantly remember the most complex of melodies.
UK Govt's bonfire of old policies
Civil servants across Whitehall have started the process of destroying schemes that they have spent years preparing.
Buy one ruling party, get one free
This may have been a shotgun wedding, but David Cameron and Nick Clegg were determined to convince us that their parties really have fallen in love.
Cameron's sure-footed journey to the top
You don't have to be a swivel-eyed conspiracy theorist to think that David Cameron was bound to be Prime Minister one day.
<i>UK election:</i> Brown offers resignation to Queen
British Prime Minister Gordon Brown resigned with a brief, emotional statement this morning.
<i>Uk election:</i> Labour gets ready for battle of the bros
Ed Miliband may stand against his elder brother, David, in the Labour leadership election.