The US economy contracted at an annualised pace of 1% in the first three months of 2014, according to the latest official estimate.

An elephant apparently takes a selfie on a visitor's phone after he drops it at a safari park.

Colombia's Julian Arredondo wins stage 18 at the Giro d'Italia, while compatriot Nairo Quintana retains the pink jersey.

Roy Keane is a "strong character" who would be a good Celtic manager, according to defender Charlie Mulgrew.

The Police Service of Northern Ireland's new chief constable is to be George Hamilton, who will replace Matt Baggott.

The police watchdog urges the Metropolitan Police to stop an officer quitting so he can face misconduct proceedings after a death in custody.

The glory and ghosts of the Olympic venue give sibling rivals mixed feelings as they return to the city that defined their careers

The Royle Family star Sue Johnston is joining the cast of hit ITV period drama Downton Abbey, in a guest role.