Robert Levinson, a retired FBI agent who disappeared in Iran four years ago, is alive, according to the US State Department.

The US space agency's (Nasa) attempt to launch its latest Earth observation mission ends in failure after the launch rocket failed to release its payload.

The cost of prescriptions in England is to rise by 20p to £7.40, the government announces, making England the only part of the UK still charging.

The West Indies team bus is struck by stones thrown by Bangladesh supporters following their side's humiliating nine-wicket defeat in Mirpur.

Details of a shake-up of Commons seats are published with 60 fewer MPs across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.

A dentist who faced charges of breaking wind and belching in front of patients and staff is struck off.

Championship leader QPR says it is in discussions to sell a 67% stake in the club, but says a deal is not certain.

A baby has died and another child is in isolation at Glasgow's Princess Royal Maternity hospital after contracting an infection.