From German princes representing Mexico to Russian arm wrestlers competing in bobsleigh - 10 athletes to watch at Sochi

The globe is facing a "tidal wave" of cancer, and restrictions on alcohol and sugar need to be considered, say World Health Organization scientists.

New York City police have found up to 70 bags of suspected heroin in actor Philip Seymour Hoffman's home, a day after his death, US media say.

An adventurer who has spent a year running across Canada completes his 5,000-mile (8,000m) journey in Vancouver.

Employers predict a "substantial rise" in the number of graduate job vacancies this year, as confidence in Britain's economy grows.

The Civil Aviation Authority tells the BBC that the huge growth in people carrying lithium batteries on aircraft poses a growing fire risk.

The majority of councils in England are paying less than the industry recommended minimum for home care services, a BBC investigation suggests.

Joe Kinnear resigns as Newcastle's director of football after less than eight months in the role.