The US state of South Dakota enacts a law allowing school districts to arm teachers, with backers saying it will prevent mass shootings in schools.

Five police officers have been injured and offices have been damaged during rioting in Newtownabbey, County Antrim.

Dentists could one day be able to replace missing teeth with ones newly grown from gum cells, say British researchers.

Radical cleric Abu Qatada is arrested for allegedly breaching bail conditions, days ahead of the government's latest attempt to deport him.

Queens Park Rangers boss Harry Redknapp says he would be hopeful of avoiding relegation if his side can reach 37 points.

Conservative Party chairman Grant Shapps tells activists to focus on voters' priorities and not strategising as they prepare for the next election.

Britain's Chris Froome wins the fourth stage of the Tirreno-Adriatico to move up to second in the overall standings.

Diplomats investigate claims by Nigerian militant group Ansaru that it has killed seven foreign hostages, including a Briton.