The number of new homes started by house builders in England has fallen again, to the lowest level for three years, while private rents hit record levels.

The National Audit Office finds failings in the contract between the government and Atos, the company carrying carrying out fitness-to-work tests.

Sinagpore's non-oil exports rise in July as robust demand from Asia helps offset a decline in shipments to Western economies.

China National Gold holds preliminary talks to buy a stake in African Barrick Gold, one of Africa's largest gold miners.

At least 30 people were killed when police opened fire on striking miners in South Africa on Thursday, the country's police minister says.

Profits at betting group Rank rise 9% thanks to growth in its Grosvenor Casinos business and its online operations.

Marine energy experts in Scotland are to advise South Korea on building a tidal power testing centre.

The Ulster bank is criticised for its continuing delay in compensating customers affected by a computer failure in June.