One in 10 adults worldwide is obese, according to a new study which shows that the prevalence of obesity has almost doubled since 1980.

EU leaders prepare to meet for a one-day summit on energy, the eurozone debt crisis and the ongoing political unrest in Egypt.

John Williams resigns as executive chairman at Blackburn Rovers after 14 years at the club.

Newcastle captain Kevin Nolan apologises to the club's fans for his positive comments about Andy Carroll's move to Liverpool.

A record number of people were declared insolvent in England and Wales in 2010 despite a fall in the last three months.

England coach Andy Flower criticises the length of his side's tour of Australia and wants to have more input into the team's schedule in the future.

Two of Malawi's most senior judicial officials argue over whether a new bill includes a provision that outlaws breaking wind in public.

Three members of the Pakistan cricket team and an agent are to face corruption charges, the Crown Prosecution Service announces.