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Racism in Football: Blatter Plays Down Blunder as Suarez Faces FA Charge
FIFA president Sepp Blatter moved to play down the controversy surrounding his comments after claiming racist abuse between players on the pitch should be settled with a handshake.
Aliaa Magda Elmahdy, Nude Blogger: Social Media and The Arab Spring
For Aliaa Magda Elmahdy, 'the nude, Egyptian blogger,' blogging represents an opportunity to stand against oppression while claiming her own freedom of expression.
Martin Johnson: ‘I Thought it was the Right Time to Go’
Martin Johnson has publicly confirmed his decision to resign as the England team manager in a press conference at Twickenham, suggesting it was a considered decision made on the basis that it "was the right time to go".
Aliaa Magda Elmahdy, Nude Blogger, Hits Back at Her Critics
Aliaa Magda Elmahdy, the Egyptian blogger whose naked pictures triggered a heated debate on Twitter, hit back at sexist comments attacking her on her blog.
Aliaa Magda Elmahdy, Nude Blogger: In Pictures
Egyptian blogger, Aliaa Magda Elmady who published a series of naked pictures on Twitter in a protest against Islamism has sparked a heated debate on Twitter.
Adele Tells Fans She's OK Following Throat Operation
Singer Adele has finally told her fans how she is “on the mend” following her potentially career damaging throat operation.
Central Line Travel News: Rush Hour Chaos Caused By Emergency Repairs
The Central Line has caused havoc for London workers after emergency repair shutdown the line between White City and Marble Arch.
Aliaa Magda Elmahdy, Nude Blogger: The Fight for Women's Rights in the Arab Spring
The case of an Egyptian blogger, Aliaa Magda Elmahdy, who published a series of naked pictures on Twitter in a protest against Islamism is emblematic of the radical changes undergoing in the Arab world.
Aliaa Magda Elmahdy: Egyptian Blogger's Nude Pictures Trigger Heated Debate
Egyptian blogger, Aliaa Magda Elmahdy, who published a series of naked pictures on Twitter in a protest against Islamism has sparked a heated debate on Twitter.
Occupy Wall Street Evictions: NYPD Defy Court Order and Won’t Open Zuccotti Park
Justice Lucy Billings issued a restraining order under the Supreme Court of the United States which enabled protesters to stay at Zuccotti Park which the New York Police Department are refusing to acknowledge.
Jason Gardiner Left Shaken After Knifepoint Mugging
The Dancing On Ice judge was robbed at knifepoint for his iPhone on Sunday night
Palestinian 'Freedom Riders' Defy Israeli 'Segregation' by Boarding Settler Buses
A group of Palestinian activists are reportedly re-enacting the U.S. Civil Rights Movement's Freedom Rides in the American South by boarding segregated Israeli settler buses to Jerusalem.
Facebook Investigates Porn 'Virus' Attack
Facebook is looking into reports that the site has been hit by a 'virus' that posts hardcore pornography and violent images in users' timelines.
Occupy Wall Street: Judge Rules Eviction Illegal
Lawyers for the protesters have obtained a temporary restraining order which will stop anyone from evicting the Occupy Wall Street protesters from Zuccotti Park permanently, with a judge ruling the eviction early Tuesday morning as illegal.
Egyptian Blogger Poses Nude to Protest Islamic Extremism
An Egyptian blogger posed naked in a series of pictures published on Twitter under her real name sparking mixed reactions among her followers. Some praised her move, while others left outrageous comments on that.
Occupy Wall Street: New York Police Move into Evict Protesters
The police began evicting the Occupy Wall Street protesters in New York this morning at around 2am local time, barring the press from entry and threatening to remove press passes should anyone come close.
Miley Cyrus Hits Back At ‘Fat’ Claims: Celebrities Who Have Embraced New Womanly Curves
The singer and actress says that she ‘loves’ her curvy figure following media claims that she has gained weight
Jennifer Lopez Becomes a Cougar, Dates Toy-Boy Backing Dancer
Jennifer Lopez joins the likes of Demi Moore and Madonna after falling for 25-year-old backing dancer.
Respected Cricket Writer Peter Roebuck Dies in Balcony Fall
Former Somerset captain turned respected cricket writer and commentator Peter Roebuck has committed suicide in South Africa.
Lady Gaga v Adele: 'Little Monsters' Taunt British Star
Lady Gaga’s supporters head to internet to criticise the singer’s biggest rival Adele over her weight
Miley Cyrus Slams Critics for Calling Her Fat
American popstar and actress Miley Cyrus has hit back at media claims that she has gained weight by urging fans to be proud of their figures, no matter what size.
Metropolitan Police Warn 'Robust' Reaction to Armistice Day Protests
London's Metropolitan Police is warning people off of any potential disruption of Armistice Day ceremonies, threatening to deal with people "robustly".
Remembrance Day: Twitter to Host Armistice Day Service, Including Hymns and a Two-Minute Silence
Twitter users Friday will be able to take part in Armistice Day, as a memorial service is planned to take place on the social networking site.
Police Review to Close After 118 Years
Popoular British policing magazine to close citing 'changes in the marketplace' have forced it to shut down.
Rihanna To Debut New Single 'You Da One' This Friday
The Pop superstar announces that her follow up to hit ‘We Found Love’ will be coming out on 11 November.
Fifa Reverses England Team Poppy Ban Decision
Fifa has reversed its decision not to allow England to wear poppies in their friendly match against Spain on Saturday.
Kindle Fire to Launch in US Next Week, Will Include Facebook, Twitter, Angry Birds and More
Amazon has announced that its Kindle Fire tablet will have access to a catalogue of thousands of Android applications and games when it goes on sale in the US on November 15.
British Government Ignore Anonymous Hackers' Threat: Plans for Social Media Bans Proceed
Home Secretary Theresa May has confirmed that the UK government is proceeding with its plans to grant police the power to block "trouble makers" from social media sites such as Twitter and Facebook despite the Anonymous collective's "warning" not to do so.
Nicki Minaj Pays Tribute to Rapper Heavy D
Rapper, aged 44, is pronounced dead after collapsing at his Beverly Hills home.
3-Week Rugby Ban on Samoan Fuimaono-Sapolu for Twitter Remark
The Samoan centre player, Eliota Fuimaono-Sapolu, has been banned for three weeks by the Rugby Football Union (RFU) after being found guilty on two charges of posting critical comments on a social networking website about the Rugby World Cup (RWC)and the International Rugby Board (IRB).