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Liverpool kick-off 2013 by hosting Sunderland, as the Reds look to maintain a fast-fading challenge for European football next season

Alan Smith says Arsene Wenger would be particularly disappointed with Arsenal's efforts against Southampton, as the side missed an opportunity to join the top four.

Chelsea consider loaning Marko Marin to Bayer Leverkusen ahead of approach for striker Andre Schürrle

Arsenal want to sign Atletico Madrid forward Adrian Lopez as they continue to worry that Theo Walcott will leave in the summer.

Campaigners say fares have risen 50% in decade yet commuters still face service cuts.

Arsenal are reportedly monitoring Plymouth Argyle midfielder Luke Young.

Digital downloads from services like iTunes accounted for 97 percent of singles sales in the UK in 2012, and 3.7bn tracks were streamed online, as CD sales continue to fall.

Andre Villas-Boas has revealed that Tottenham Hotspur are still interested in signing Brazilian duo Leandro Damiao and Willian.

Arsene Wenger criticises players' lack of effort and commitment as Southampton hold Arsenal to 1-1 draw

Chelsea face QPR for the West London Derby on Wednesday.

Walcott has been linked with a move away from the Emirates in recent times.

Manchester United have ramped up interest in Chelsea duo Frank Lampard and Ashley Cole.

Spectacular fireworks watched by millions mark new year celebrations.

As the Premier League reaches the half-way point, IBTimes UK assess the fortunes of those clubs at either end of the table ahead of the second half of the campaign

Ban on naming two women also facing child sex charges with Lostprophets frontman flouted on social network.

Tottenham host relegation candidates Reading on New Year's Day, with Andre Villas-Boas looking to hunt down former club Chelsea for third place

Arsenal have reportedly tabled a £10m bid for Atletico Madrid forward Adrian Lopez.

Businesses lost £205m to cybercrime in 2012 and is fighting a losing battle, says police chief.

Wenger will rely on Theo Walcott to strike against Southampton on New Year's Day.

QPR have entered into negotiations with Liverpool for the sale of Joe Cole in the January transfer window

Air ambulance crew treats teenager at scene after OAP robbed in north London street.

86-year-old will marry Harris, 26, on New Year’s Eve after she cancelled their first wedding in June 2011.

Liverpool, Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur are all reportedly keeping tabs on Schalke 04 midfielder Lewis Holtby.

Manchester United are considering an £8m bid for Crystal Palace's Wilfried Zaha

Luis Suarez scored a sublime double to pile the misery on Queens Park Rangers and end 2012 on a winning note for Liverpool at Loftus Road.

Arsenal reported to be interested in £5m Southampton left-back Luke Shaw.

Chelsea have emerged as favourites to sign Newcastle United striker Demba Ba.

Arsenal and Arsene Wenger have a new transfer target - Manchester City's Brian Marwood.

QPR host Liverpool on the final day of 2012 Premier League fixtures, with Harry Redknapp looking for Rangers' second win of the season

Theo Walcott refuses to comment on his Arsenal future after scoring his second hat-trick of the season in a 7-3 Premier League win over Newcastle United