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Outgoing Bank of England official says the US has done better in tackling risky banks

Samsung Galaxy Gear 2 smartwatch could arrive in the first quarter of 2014, industry sources claim.

Military strikes an option if Syria delays chemical weapons destruction, says US.

Markets await Fed monetary stimulus decision on tapering QE, due 18 September.

Professor suing union for discrimination after it cancelled his talk as it 'supports the Palestinian people'.

Russian president says military strike on Syria could spark new terror attacks and worsen Middle East situation.

Jianlin is richest in China with $22bn net worth as property tycoons dominate top 10.

Candidate Bill de Blasio heads Democratic primary while Joe Lhota wins Republican race to replace Michael Bloomberg.

US and Russia to explore a diplomatic solution to solve Syrian crisis.

US president postpones Congress vote on Syria military action but remains sceptical about Assad's pledge.

Leader launches Labour party fightback with bridge-building speech at TUC conference.

TUC general secretary calls for greater role of unions in economy

KPMG/REC report sends strong yet mixed signals on the economy.

Violence breaks out after fortnight of tension following death of three men in brawl over local woman.

Exhibition at National September 11 Memorial & Museum features part of building, dented from plane's impact

Spread of banned weapons is 'an evil we must stand up to', foreign secretary warns.

EU foreign policy chief Catherine Ashton urges Washington to await UN inspectors' report.

Prophesises say Book of Isaiah referring to the destruction of Damascus links Syria crisis with Second Coming and End of Days.

Watchdog says the Universal Credit Programme lacks direction and was poorly planned, managed and resourced.

Review recommends long-term investment overseen by independent infrastructure commission.

The GMB, one of the UK's biggest unions, slashes funding to the Labour party.

US president in Sweden says it's not his credibility on the line over Ghouta response but that of entire international community.

Powerful Israel lobby group in Washington accused of encouraging self-censorship of Syria reprisal report.

TUC research shows an average 6.3% fall in real terms pay for those working 40 hours a week.

US military chief Martin Dempsey says Russia could come to Assad's aid if attacked.

A deal with Nestle has seen Google announce the next version of its software will be called Android 4.4 or KitKat.

Beirut-based insurgent leader's talks come as US plans military strike against Assad.

Economic recovery weak because of three years of Osborne austerity, says TUC.

US Marine sends message to President Obama on Syria Gas Attack response.

David Cameron can't and won't flip on Syria vote says Nick Assinder, IBTimes.co.uk Political Editor.