Rates tipped to hit all-time low - The Bank of England is set to cut interest rates to the lowest in its 315-year history when it makes its latest decision later. (Thu, 08 Jan 2009 08:35:09 GMT)

Rockets hit Israel from Lebanon - At least three rockets are fired from Lebanon into northern Israel raising fears that the current conflict in Gaza could spill over. (Thu, 08 Jan 2009 08:19:30 GMT)

Talks to resume Europe gas flow - Top Russian and Ukrainian officials holds talks in Moscow to try to end the row which has disrupted European gas supplies. (Thu, 08 Jan 2009 08:13:33 GMT)

Pietersen arrives back in England - Kevin Pietersen arrives back in Britain a day after his shock resignation as England captain. (Thu, 08 Jan 2009 08:01:17 GMT)

Army 'takes more Tiger territory' - Sri Lankan troops say they have taken more territory from Tamil Tiger rebels in the northern Jaffna peninsula. (Thu, 08 Jan 2009 07:26:21 GMT)