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At least two "large and extremely dangerous" tornadoes wreck homes, flip trucks, uproot trees and ground flights near Dallas, Texas.

At least two "large and extremely dangerous" tornadoes wreck homes, flip trucks, uproot trees and ground flights in Texas.

The man who allegedly shot and killed seven people at a university in Oakland, California, was targeting a female school administrator, police say.

At least two "large and extremely dangerous" tornadoes wreck homes, flip trucks, uproot trees and ground flights near Dallas, Texas.

Nick Clegg launches the Liberal Democrats' English local elections campaign, but admits the polls will be "tough" for his party.

Thousands of homes in the North East are affected by power cuts caused by wintry weather.

Last month's enduring sunny spells meant that it was the third warmest March on record - and the hottest since 1957 - the Met Office says.

A rescue operation is underway after a cargo ship runs aground near a quarry jetty off the Conwy coast in rough seas.

Ugandan families tell of struggles with incurable nodding disease

The small retailer who was sold a derivatives contract

Why do so many people think Timbuktu is not real?

Ugandan families tell of struggles with incurable nodding disease

How hard is it to convict a killer when there is no body?

Why do so many people think Timbuktu is not real?

How universities might have greater involvement in A-levels

How hard is it to convict a killer when there is no body?

Sir Paul McCartney's son James on playing the Cavern Club

How universities might have greater involvement in A-levels

Live text commentary as a Lionel Messi-inspired Barcelona knock out AC Milan and Bayern Munich beat Marseille in Champions League quarter-finals.

Lionel Messi scores two penalties as Barcelona brush off AC Milan to book their place in the last four of the Champions League.

In-form Woods 'as good as ever'

Champions League football Live

England fight back with two late wickets after Mahela Jayawardene's second century in as many Tests leads Sri Lanka's recovery.

Live text commentary as Barcelona host AC Milan and Bayern Munich face Marseille in Champions League quarter-final second legs.

Sportsday Live - breaking news Live

Jayawardene stalls England again

Pendleton plans to 'go even faster' Watch

Landmark Test run for Samaraweera

Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg says plans for new email and web monitoring laws are "not draconian" and safeguards for privacy and civil liberties are "guaranteed".

The government will not "ram legislation through Parliament" to increase monitoring of emails and web usage, the deputy prime minister says.

Sir Paul McCartney's son James on playing the Cavern Club

How hard is it to convict a killer when there is no body?

The lifeguard who helped popularise skateboarding

How universities might have greater involvement in A-levels

Will robots ever have true artificial intelligence?

Sir Paul McCartney's son James on playing the Cavern Club

Last month's enduring sunny spells meant that it was the third warmest March on record - and the hottest since 1957 - the Met Office says.

The man who allegedly shot and killed seven people at a university in Oakland, California, was targeting a female school administrator, police say.

The man who allegedly shot and killed seven people at a university in Oakland, California, was targeting a female school administrator, police say.

Nick Clegg launches the Liberal Democrats' English local elections campaign, but admits the polls will be "tough" for his party.

Plans to let universities dictate the content of A-level papers are welcomed by the exam regulator - but accused of being a "quick-fix gimmick" by teachers.

Last month's enduring sunny spells meant that it was the third warmest March on record - and the hottest since 1957 - the Met Office says.

England take two late wickets to seize the initiative after a Mahela Jayawardene century had rescued Sri Lanka on day one of the second Test.

England fight back with two late wickets after Mahela Jayawardene's second century in as many Tests led Sri Lanka's recovery in Colombo.

Plans to let universities dictate the content of A-level papers are welcomed by the exam regulator - but accused of being a "quick-fix gimmick" by teachers.

The man who allegedly shot and killed seven people at a university in Oakland, California, was targeting a female school administrator, police say.

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad is unlikely to be able to hold on to power much longer, his exiled uncle Rifaat tells the BBC.

Plans to let universities dictate the content of A-level papers are welcomed by the exam regulator - but accused of being a "quick-fix gimmick" by teachers.

Landmark Test run for Samaraweera

Pendleton plans to 'go even faster' Watch

James Murdoch is to step down as chairman of BSkyB after more than four years, but will remain on the board.

James Murdoch has resigned his position as chairman of broadcaster BSkyB after more than four years, but will remain on the board.

Plans to let universities dictate the content of A-level papers are welcomed by the exam regulator - but accused of being a "quick-fix gimmick" by teachers.

Last month's enduring sunny spells meant that it was the third warmest March on record - and the hottest since 1959 - the Met Office says.

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad is unlikely to be able to hold on to power much longer, his exiled uncle Rifaat tells the BBC.

Plans to let universities dictate the content of A-level papers are welcomed by the exam regulator - but accused of being a "quick-fix gimmick" by teachers.

Wintry weather returns to much of Scotland - with about six inches of snow in many parts of Aberdeenshire.

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad is unlikely to be able to hold on to power much longer, his exiled uncle Rifaat tells the BBC.

Plans to let universities dictate the content of A-level papers are welcomed by the exam regulator - but accused of being a "quick-fix gimmick" by teachers.

Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg says plans for new email and web monitoring laws are "not draconian" and safeguards for privacy and civil liberties are "guaranteed".

Wintry weather returns to much of Scotland - with about six inches of snow in many parts of Aberdeenshire.

Plans to let universities dictate the content of A-level papers are welcomed by the exam regulator - but accused of being a "quick-fix gimmick" by teachers.

Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg says plans for new email and web monitoring laws are "not draconian" and safeguards for privacy and civil liberties are "guaranteed".

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad is unlikely to be able to hold on to power much longer, his exiled uncle Rifaat tells the BBC.

The UK economy has shown a few signs of improvement in the first three months of this year but is still weak, the British Chambers of Commerce says.

Wintry weather returns to much of Scotland - with about six inches of snow in many parts of Aberdeenshire.

The Home Office will bring forward plans to monitor the calls, emails, texts and website visits of everyone in the UK "as soon as parliamentary time allows".

Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg says plans for new email and web monitoring laws are "not draconian" and safeguards for privacy and civil liberties are "guaranteed".

• James Murdoch quits UK newspapers
• Murdoch's email to Sun staffers
• Murdoch declares war on 'enemies'

Plans to let universities dictate the content of A-level papers are welcomed by the exam regulator - but accused of being a "quick-fix gimmick" by teachers.

James Murdoch is to step down as chairman of BSkyB but will remain on the board.

'University A-levels' challenged

Plans to let universities dictate the content of A-level papers are welcomed by the exam regulator - but accused of being a "quick-fix gimmick" by teachers.

James Murdoch resigns from BSkyB

James Murdoch is to step down as chairman of BSkyB but will remain on the board.

The Home Office will bring forward plans to monitor the calls, emails, texts and website visits of everyone in the UK "as soon as parliamentary time allows".

James Murdoch is to step down as chairman of BSkyB but will remain on the board.

• Q&A: UK plan to monitor web usage
• Analysis: Will web 'snoop' plans work?

The UK economy has shown a few signs of improvement in the first three months of this year but is still weak, the British Chambers of Commerce says.

The Home Office will bring forward plans to monitor the calls, emails, texts and website visits of everyone in the UK "as soon as parliamentary time allows".

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad is unlikely to be able to hold on to power much longer, his exiled uncle Rifaat tells the BBC.

The UK economy has shown a few signs of improvement in the first three months of this year but is still weak, the British Chambers of Commerce says.

Sri Lanka close the first of the second Test against England on 238-6.

England take two late wickets to seize the initiative after a Mahela Jayawardene century had rescued Sri Lanka on day one of the second Test.

Not been paying attention to Parliament? Not to worry. Here are the big moments and best debates from the previous fortnight.

Ed Miliband has accused David Cameron of having "something to hide" in the row over donations and access to ministers.

Ed Miliband has accused David Cameron of having "something to hide" in the row over donations and access to ministers.

Not been paying attention to Parliament? Not to worry. Here are the big moments and best debates from the previous fortnight.

Centurion Mahela Jayawardene is removed by Graeme Swann after rescuing Sri Lanka on day one of the second Test against England.

England take late wickets on day one to take charge of the second Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo.

Why do some people not realise Timbuktu is real?

Why do so many people think Timbuktu is not real?

The UK economy has shown a few signs of improvement in the first three months of this year but is still weak, the British Chambers of Commerce says.

The Home Office says it will bring forward plans to monitor the calls, emails, texts and website visits of everyone in the UK "as soon as parliamentary time allows".

The Home Office says it will bring forward plans to monitor the calls, emails, texts and website visits of everyone in the UK "as soon as parliamentary time allows".

The UK economy has shown a few signs of improvement in the first three months of this year but is still weak, the British Chambers of Commerce says.

Mahela Jayawardene completes a second century in as many Tests to again rescue Sri Lanka against England in Colombo.

Centurion Mahela Jayawardene is removed by Graeme Swann after rescuing Sri Lanka on day one of the second Test against England.

Sir Paul McCartney's son James on playing the Cavern Club

How do you paint an aeroplane?

How do you paint an aeroplane?

Sir Paul McCartney's son James on playing the Cavern Club

Why do some people not realise Timbuktu is real?

The complex world of dating for disabled people

Sir Paul McCartney's son James on playing the Cavern Club

Why do some people not realise Timbuktu is real?

How do you paint an aeroplane?

Sir Paul McCartney's son James on playing the Cavern Club

The lifeguard who helped popularise skateboarding

How do you paint an aeroplane?

Will robots ever have true artificial intelligence?

The lifeguard who helped popularise skateboarding

Telescopes of the Atcama

Will robots ever have true artificial intelligence?

England look for further wickets in the final session of the first day of the second Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo.

Mahela Jayawardene completes a second century in as many Tests to again rescue Sri Lanka against England in Colombo.

A 43-year-old former student is arrested after seven people are shot dead at a private college in Oakland, California, police say.

The Home Office says it will bring forward plans to monitor the calls, emails, texts and website visits of everyone in the UK "as soon as parliamentary time allows".

The last 10 police and military hostages held by Colombia's Farc rebels are released after more than a decade but an unknown number of civilians remain in captivity.

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad is unlikely to be able to hold on to power much longer, his exiled uncle Rifaat tells the BBC.

Will robots ever have true artificial intelligence?

Ugandan families tell of struggles with incurable nodding disease

Telescopes of the Atcama

Will robots ever have true artificial intelligence?

The giant snake that stalked a prehistoric planet Earth

Telescopes of the Atcama

Disquiet over plans to monitor online activity

How do you paint an aeroplane?

Wintry weather returns to much of Scotland - with reports of up to 10 inches of snow in Aberdeenshire.

Wintry weather returns to much of Scotland - with about six inches of snow in many parts of Aberdeenshire.

BBC science editor David Shukman reports on renewed attempts by the UK government to develop ways of making power stations greener.

The last 10 police and military hostages held by Colombia's Farc rebels are released after more than a decade but an unknown number of civilians remain in captivity.

BBC science editor David Shukman reports on renewed attempts by the government to develop ways of making power stations greener.

BBC science editor David Shukman reports on renewed attempts by the UK government to develop ways of making power stations greener.

Sri Lanka reach 155-4 at tea on the first day of the second Test against England in Colombo.

England look for further wickets in the final session of the first day of the second Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo.

Education Secretary Michael Gove sends a letter to examinations regulator Ofqual in which he says universities should create a new set of A-levels.

Plans to let universities dictate the content of A-level papers are given a cautious welcome by teachers and the head of exam regulator Ofqual.

Sri Lanka continue to rebuild after England take early wickets on day one of the second Test in Colombo.

Tim Bresnan removes Thilan Samaraweera to England a much-needed breakthrough on the first day of the second Test.

Sri Lanka resume after lunch on day one of the second Test after James Anderson takes three wickets in the morning session.

Sri Lanka continue to rebuild after England take early wickets on day one of the second Test in Colombo.

A 43-year-old former student is arrested after seven people are shot dead at a private college in Oakland, California, police say.

A renewed attempt to develop ways of making power stations greener is set to be unveiled by the government.

A 43-year-old former student is arrested after seven people are shot dead at a private college in Oakland, California, police say.

The UK economy has shown a few signs of improvement in the first three months of this year but is still weak, the British Chambers of Commerce says.

A renewed attempt to develop ways of making power stations greener is set to be unveiled by the government.

Wintry weather returns to northern parts of Scotland - with reports of up to 10 inches of snow in Aberdeenshire.

Blackburn 0-2 Man Utd

Sportsday Live - breaking news Live

The lifeguard who helped popularise skateboarding

Disquiet over plans to monitor online activity

Telescopes of the Atcama

The lifeguard who helped popularise skateboarding

The giant snake that stalked a prehistoric planet Earth

Telescopes of the Atcama

How the government plans to monitor internet usage

The giant snake that stalked a prehistoric planet Earth

Manchester United open up a five-point lead over Manchester City at the top of the Premier League thanks to a 2-0 win at Blackburn.

Sri Lanka win the toss and bat against England, who bring in Tim Bresnan and Steve Finn, in the second Test in Colombo.

A 43-year-old ex-student at a California college opened fire in one of its classrooms, killing seven, before his arrest at a nearby store, police say.

A 43-year-old former student is arrested after seven people are shot dead in a classroom at a California college, police say.

A 43-year-old ex-student at a California college opened fire in one of its classrooms, killing seven, before his arrest at a nearby store, police say.

Education Secretary Michael Gove sends a letter to examinations regulator Ofqual in which he says universities should create a new set of A-levels.

Education Secretary Michael Gove sends a letter to examinations regulator Ofqual in which he says universities should create a new set of A-levels.

A 43-year-old ex-student at a California college opened fire in one of its classrooms, killing seven, before his arrest at a nearby store, police say.

The chairman of the body representing 5,000 petrol stations writes to the Energy Secretary calling for urgent talks over the fuel "crisis".

A renewed attempt to develop ways of making power stations greener is set to be unveiled by the government.

France deports two radical Islamists and says it will expel three more in an apparent response to the killings of seven people by an Islamist gunman in Toulouse.

The UK economy has shown a few signs of improvement in the first three months of this year but is still weak, the British Chambers of Commerce says.

Telescopes of the Atcama

The lifeguard who helped popularise skateboarding

The giant snake that stalked a prehistoric planet Earth

Telescopes of the Atcama

Why is France out of step in the treatment of autism?

The giant snake that stalked a prehistoric planet Earth

Telescopes of the Atcama

Why do some people not realise Timbuktu is real?

The reality of life as a British spy

Will robots ever have true artificial intelligence?

How the government plans to monitor internet usage

Sir Paul McCartney's son James on playing the Cavern Club

The giant snake that stalked a prehistoric planet Earth

Telescopes of the Atcama

Why is France out of step in the treatment of autism?

The giant snake that stalked a prehistoric planet Earth

Are Asian voters getting fed up with Labour?

Why is France out of step in the treatment of autism?

A selection of some of the best images from around the world

How the government plans to monitor internet usage

A gunman who allegedly killed seven people at a university in the Californian city of Oakland has been detained at a shopping centre, police say.

The gunman who killed seven people and injured three others at a California college is named by police as 43-year-old One Goh.

The reality of life as a British spy

Telescopes of the Atcama

How the government plans to monitor internet usage

The reality of life as a British spy

The giant snake that stalked a prehistoric planet Earth

How the government plans to monitor internet usage

...that should be April Fools, but aren't

The giant snake that stalked a prehistoric planet Earth

A candle is lit at the UK's Centre of Remembrance to mark the 30th anniversary of the Falkland Islands invasion, as the Argentine president describes the UK's continued control over the territory as "an injustice".

A gunman who allegedly killed seven people at a university in the Californian city of Oakland has been detained at a shopping centre, police say.

The chairman of the body representing 5,000 petrol stations writes to the Energy Secretary calling for urgent talks over the fuel "crisis".

Education Secretary Michael Gove sends a letter to examinations regulator Ofqual in which he says universities should create a new set of A-levels.

A gunman who allegedly killed seven people at a university in the Californian city of Oakland has been detained at a shopping centre, police say.

The chairman of the body representing 5,000 petrol stations writes to the Energy Secretary calling for urgent talks over the fuel "crisis".

Education Secretary Michael Gove sends a letter to examinations regulator Ofqual in which he says universities should create a new set of A-levels.

France deports two radical Islamists and says it will expel three more in an apparent response to the killings of seven people by an Islamist gunman in Toulouse.

France deports two radical Islamists and says it will expel three more in an apparent response to the killings of seven people by an Islamist gunman in Toulouse.

The UK economy has shown a few signs of improvement in the first three months of this year but is still weak, the British Chambers of Commerce says.

A 15-year-old boy who murdered his mother with a hammer after writing a murder plot based on a soap opera is detained for a minimum of 16 years.

France deports two radical Islamists and says it will expel three more in an apparent response to the killings of seven people by an Islamist gunman in Toulouse.