UK pensioners' incomes have risen faster than all other age groups in the last 30 years, a study shows, with the change called a "triumph of social policy".

Iranians begin casting their ballots in the country's presidential elections to choose a successor to incumbent Mahmoud Ahmadinejad.

The Prime Minister says an economic pact unveiled at Downing Street should be crucial for improving the prospects for the Northern Ireland economy.

Tens of thousands of spectators have turned out to watch Formula 1 racing teams roar around the edge of Jerusalem's Old City.

Manchester City appoint Chilean coach Manuel Pellegrini as their new manager after he signs a three-year contract.

Mosaic Community Care, the firm at the centre of a row about the poor care of an older woman in her home, is suspended by the UK trade body.

Superman Henry Cavill joined co-stars Amy Adams and Russell Crowe for the Jersey premiere of Man of Steel.

Syrian forces under President Bashar al-Assad have used chemical weapons "on a small scale" against the opposition rebels, the White House says.