The Queen is giving up 25 of her patronages including the NSPCC and Barnardo's, says Buckingham Palace.

Sadio Mane's injury-time goal secures a dramatic Liverpool victory over Everton in a lacklustre Merseyside derby at Goodison Park.

Donald Trump wins electoral college vote, confirming his election as the 45th US president.

UN Security Council adopts resolution calling for monitors to observe Aleppo mass evacuations.

Surgeons describe a new treatment for early stage prostate cancer as "truly transformative".

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon is to set out her government's proposals for Scotland's future relations with Europe after Brexit.

A deep sea octopod, dubbed Casper after the film ghost, may be at risk from mining, scientists say.

Italy is seeking parliamentary approval to borrow up to €20bn (£17bn) to support its banking sector.