Is bitcoin going to crash? Cryptocurrency boom compared to Tulip mania
Is bitcoin in a bubble? The price of bitcoin has been soaring this year, and last week alone it jumped from $11,000 to well over $17,000, according to Coindesk.
FA launch investigation into Manchester United vs Manchester City scrap that left Mikel Arteta bloodied
The FA have begun looking into the reported bust-up between Manchester United and Manchester City players and staff that broke out at Old Trafford on Sunday.
Britain on alert as baby milk maker orders global recall over salmonella fears
Manufacturer Lactalis issues global recall after infants in France were taken ill.
HSBC says US officials will dismiss criminal charges against it
Global banking giant says the Department of Justice will ask a court to dismiss deferred charges against it.
Bitcoin explodes in value, but the world's biggest markets may still face crackdown
The launch of a US futures contract for bitcoin reflects widespread acceptance of the virtual currency, especially among investors in Asia, though regulators are wary.
China's hackers pose on LinkedIn to spy on 10,000 political officials says German spy chief
The head of Germany's domestic intelligence agency warned that China is allegedly using social networks to try to cultivate lawmakers and other officials as sources.
What are bitcoin futures? Cryptocurrency goes mainstream as value surges – will it last?
The first-ever bitcoin future jumped after it began trading on 10 December as the increasingly popular virtual currency made its debut on a major US exchange.
UN: Evacuate 137 Syrian children with severe malnutrition and conflict wounds for urgent medical care
The UN said children are stranded in a rebel-held suburb near Damascus and five have reportedly died from a lack of medical care.
Firebombs hurled at Swedish synagogue following Trump's Jerusalem move
Three have been arrested following a firebomb attack at a synagogue in Goteborg, Sweden.
'A lasting tribute to our mother': Princes William and Harry plan Princess Diana statue
Ian Rank-Broadley has been chosen by the royals create the sculpture of the late Diana, Princess of Wales.
Shadow of Mussolini falls across Italy as left rallies against rebirth of fascism
Thousands gather to protest a rise of neo-fascism across the land, following a number of violent incidents.
France bids adieu to Johnny Hallyday at legendary singer's funeral
President Emmanuel Macron and actress Marion Cotillard among those paying tribute at farewell service.
Iraq declares victory in war against Isis
A senior Iraqi military commander says his country's war against the Islamic State (Isis) group is over.
Big Little Lies season 2 will star Nicole Kidman and Reese Witherspoon
A-listers Kidman and Witherspoon confirmed to return for second series of the hit Emmy-winning HBO show.
Communists look set to win Nepal elections
Alliance of Marxist-Leninists and Maoists in Himalayan nation could form the next government in Kathmandu.
National Enquirer editor Dylan Howard 'attacked employee with cock ring'
Gossip news titan Howard faces a litany of allegations about his behaviour at both the National Enquirer and previous employers.
US unemployment at 17-year low but wage growth remains painfully slow
Jobs report makes clear the US economy is on a firm footing but income levels nowhere near boom times.
South Korea bitcoin ban? As cryptocurrency explodes, government flirts with regulation
South Korean is studying ways to regulate speculative trading in cryptocurrencies as the latest surge in prices stokes a craze over bitcoins.
What is Bitcoin and how is it created? A quick guide to the cryptocurrency craze
As the price of the world's most popular virtual currency keeps surging — to a record $17,000 on Thursday — here's a quick look at what it is and how it is "mined."
Brexit deal made on EU citizen rights and Irish border – trade talks can go ahead
Prime Minister Theresa May says the agreement guarantees the rights of 3 million EU citizens in the UK and 1 million Britons elsewhere in the bloc.
GE cuts 12,000 power jobs as demand, renewables skew market
The job cuts will mostly be outside the US and will comprise approximately 18% of the power unit's workforce.
US jail inmates 'processed by hand' following massive ransomware attack
Prison service, tax collection and social services for the elderly among victims of vicious hack attack on North Carolina local government.
Viagra goes generic: Pfizer to launch own little white pill
The little blue pill that's helped millions of men in the bedroom is turning white.
What's in a name? US retail giant Wal-Mart changing its 'legal name'
In the age of Amazon, the company is changing its legal name to reflect a shift away from mere physical stores.
Spat with Trump sees Russian parliament bar two US media outlets
Latest tit-for-tat between Russia and the US over government-funded media outlets sees Voice of America ejected.
Tech giants at war: YouTube is latest victim of Google vs Amazon feud
Feud between internet giants leads to YouTube being pulled from all Amazon home devices including Fire TV and Echo Show from 1 January.
Bank of America teller stole $160,000 from customer accounts
Bank worker used her position to withdraw the money from two savings accounts belonging to a customer.
Ireland to start collecting €13bn in tax from Apple amid legal tussle with EU
The European Commission has ordered Ireland to collect back taxes for the years 2003-2014.
Visa fires high-profile executive Jim McCarthy for 'violating' policy
Internal memo revealed the executive's departure but company declines further comment on the matter.
Lamborghini joins the boom in supercar SUVs
Automaker's Urus model enters a luxury field crowded with the Mercedes G-Class, Bentley Bentayga and the trailblazing Porsche Cayenne.