International News

UN receives Syria war crimes list
A UN panel draws up a list of Syrian officials who may be investigated for crimes against humanity, as Syrian forces renew shelling in Homs.

Somalia urged to seize its chance
World leaders urge Somalis to seize an "unprecedented" chance to rebuild their nation, at a London conference on the war-torn nation's future.

Council staff pay freeze extended
More than a million council workers will see their pay frozen for a third year, the Local Government Association confirms.

Star Church settles over hacking
Singer Charlotte Church has settled her damages claim against News Group Newspapers over the hacking of her phone, London's High Court hears.

RBS bank's loss doubles in 2011
State-controlled Royal Bank of Scotland reports a loss of £2bn in 2011, its fourth year of losses since the bank's bailout in 2008.

Inside Syria: Northern rebels press for freedom
BBC's Ian Pannell joins rebel fighters in northern Syria

I will step in for Euros - Pearce
England's caretaker boss Stuart Pearce makes himself available to take the team to the European Championship if required.

Stars pay tribute to Frank Carson
Friends and former colleagues pay tribute to "one-off" comedian Frank Carson, best remembered by his catchphrase "It's a cracker", following his death aged 85.

Maldonado quickest in Barcelona
Williams driver Pastor Maldonado set the pace on the third morning of the second pre-season test.

India disowns call to ban gay sex
India's home ministry disowns an apparent call from a top government lawyer for a landmark ruling decriminalising gay sex to be overturned.