The Prime Minister backs plans from Virgin Media to double the broadband speed for over four million of its customers.

Former chancellor Alistair Darling urges Labour, the Conservatives and the Lib Dems to work together to defeat those pushing for Scottish independence.

Motorway restaurant group, Little Chef, says it is to close 67 of its 161 outlets and make between 500 and 600 job cuts.

Pakistan's army warns PM Yousuf Raza Gilani that his criticisms will have "serious ramifications", heightening tensions with the government.

A woman is keeping a pony in her house because she says there is nowhere suitable on the isle of Lewis where it can be stabled over the winter.

The Doomsday Clock, a symbolic gauge of nuclear danger, is moved a minute closer to midnight because of inadequate progress on nuclear and climate issues.

Payday loan company Wonga hits back after being branded "irresponsible" for targeting students on its website with 4,000% APR loans.

A letter handwritten by Ludwig van Beethoven in which he complains about his lack of money is uncovered in Germany.