| Zimbabwe attacks 'out of control' The US ambassador to Zimbabwe warns post-poll violence is "out of control" as a date is set for a run-off. |
| Lebanese leaders gather in Qatar Lebanon's rival leaders start talks in Qatar aimed at pulling the country back from the brink of civil war. |
| Hundreds watch New Kids comeback Reunited US boy band New Kids on the Block perform together for the first time in 15 years, in New York. |
| Italy pledges to bolster security Italy's interior minister says firm measures are needed to meet the country's 'security emergency'. |
| Saudis 'resist Bush oil pressure' Saudi Arabia rejects a US appeal to raise oil production saying there is no new demand, US officials say. |
| Sidebottom puts England in charge Ryan Sidebottom takes 4-55 on day two of the second Test as England take control against New Zealand at Lord's. |
| Man United parade off after riots Man United's parade after the Champions League final is postponed following violence in the city on Wednesday. |
| Burma official death toll jumps to 78,000 The official death toll for Burma's cyclone disaster jumps to nearly 78,000 with 56,000 missing, state TV says. |
| US resumes North Korea food aid The US announces a resumption of food aid to North Korea, thought to be facing famine this summer. |
| Kabbah ends honeymoon for trial Sierra Leone's ex-president cuts short his honeymoon to testify at the trial of former rebel leader Issa Sesay. |