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Gay marriage is 'cultural vandalism' say Christian groups (2/20/2012 6:04:43 PM)
David Cameron is to face a mass petition opposing plans to launch a "hostile strike" on the traditional view of marriage, campaigners say.Related StoriesLord Carey: 'Gay marriage would be cultural vandalism'David Cameron in EU treaty warningDavid Cameron defends European stanceEd Miliband mocks David Cameron over EuropeLord Freud: 'There is greater stability in the jobs market'Related StoriesWills and Kate become Barbie dollsNo progress in independence talksDriver used bus like a 'weapon' to hit cyclistUK-France agree on plans for war command centreCouncil 'prayer ban' overturned
Sarkozy defends record at rally (2/19/2012 8:44:16 PM)
French President Nicolas Sarkozy defends his economic record at the first big rally of his re-election campaign as opinion polls suggest he is trailing.
Magee stops Markussen in Denmark (2/19/2012 9:04:41 AM)
Brian Magee successfully defends his WBA interim super-middleweight belt as he stops Denmark's Rudy Markussen in five rounds in Denmark.
No progress in independence talks (2/17/2012 9:24:04 AM)
Prime Minister David Cameron has said he had made little progress in talks with Scottish First Minister Alex Salmond over a referendum on independence.Related StoriesAlex Salmond on the Scottish independence referendumIndependence referendum 'should be made in Scotland'David Cameron defends European stanceEd Miliband mocks David Cameron over EuropeScottish independence referendum question announcedRelated StoriesIran denies role in Thailand bomb blastsMcCoist rallies Rangers fansWoman remanded in custody over Doncaster teen stabbingRonnie Corbett receives CBE
VIDEO: Health minister defends reforms (2/17/2012 12:23:52 AM)
The health minister defends her government's reforms of the NHS in Wales after accusations of a slash and burn approach from doctors' leaders.
Baggott defends rehiring process (2/16/2012 8:24:09 PM)
Chief Constable Matt Baggott defends the PSNI's practice of employing temporary staff including former members of the RUC.
Cameron: 'I am a patriot for the whole United Kingdom' (2/16/2012 5:04:04 PM)
David Cameron is promising to keep the United Kingdom together, as he begins his visit to Scotland.Related StoriesAlex Salmond on the Scottish independence referendumIndependence referendum 'should be made in Scotland'David Cameron defends European stanceEd Miliband mocks David Cameron over EuropeScottish independence referendum question announcedRelated StoriesIran denies role in Thailand bomb blastsMcCoist rallies Rangers fansWoman remanded in custody over Doncaster teen stabbingRonnie Corbett receives CBE
PM to make case for keeping the UK (2/16/2012 11:44:03 AM)
David Cameron is promising to keep the United Kingdom together, as he meets Scotland's First Minister to discuss the independence referendum.Related StoriesAlex Salmond on the Scottish independence referendumIndependence referendum 'should be made in Scotland'David Cameron defends European stanceEd Miliband mocks David Cameron over EuropeScottish independence referendum question announcedRelated StoriesMurder probe after girl dies in DoncasterIran denies role in Thailand bomb blastsMcCoist rallies Rangers fansWoman due in court over Doncaster teen stabbing
China's Xi defends rights record (2/15/2012 8:24:13 AM)
China's leader-in-waiting, Xi Jinping, defends his country's record on human rights, at the start of a week-long visit to the United States.
Angry GMB union to debate Labour links (2/14/2012 4:24:32 PM)
One of the biggest union affiliates to Labour is set to debate its future links with the party after an "unprecedented" number of branches raised concerns, it was revealed today.Related StoriesCameron vows action on whiplash insurance claimsOsborne defends cuts despite credit rating threatGeorge Osborne defends cuts despite credit rating threat'Crazy' train-bus replacements axedDavid Cameron faces row over university post
David Cameron faces row over university post (2/14/2012 4:24:32 PM)
David Cameron was today facing an angry backlash from Tory MPs after apparently conceding defeat to Business Secretary Vince Cable over the appointment of a new "universities tsar". Related StoriesCameron vows action on whiplash insurance claimsOsborne defends cuts despite credit rating threatGeorge Osborne defends cuts despite credit rating threat'Crazy' train-bus replacements axedAngry GMB union to debate Labour links
Venue defends not booking Boyle (2/14/2012 4:05:13 PM)
The Wales Millennium Centre defends turning down a booking for controversial comedian Frankie Boyle.
Chancellor: 'Can't waver' on cuts (2/14/2012 12:44:02 PM)
Chancellor George Osborne defends continued spending cuts following a warning that the country's credit rating may be downgraded.
Malaysia defends deporting Saudi (2/13/2012 8:24:26 AM)
Malaysia defends its deportation of a Saudi journalist accused of insulting the Prophet Muhammad in a tweet, saying it cannot be seen as a safe haven.
TV: Bouncers doorman Richard Davis to swap Newport for the Middle East (2/12/2012 12:08:12 PM)
The star of the controversial TV docusoap defends the show as he packs his bags to become a bodyguard in Iraq or Libya.
Showbiz: Bouncers doorman Richard Davis to swap Newport for the Middle East (2/12/2012 5:50:13 AM)
The star of the controversial TV docusoap defends the show as he packs his bags to become a bodyguard in Iraq or Libya.
Bouncers doorman Richard Davis to swap Newport for the Middle East (2/12/2012 12:51:29 AM)
The star of the controversial TV docusoap defends the show as he packs his bags to become a bodyguard in Iraq or Libya.
Arnie and Stallone pictured in hospital together (2/10/2012 5:43:53 PM)
Arnold Schwarzenegger has posted a picture of himself on Twitter lying next to Sylvester Stallone in hospital.Related StoriesArnie and Stallone pictured in hospitalHughes at QPR 'for the long term'Health Secretary Andrew Lansley defends NHS reformsMark Hughes unveiled as QPR managerBarton deemed no threat to Terry trialRelated StoriesPrince Harry completes Apache trainingDavid Cameron: 'Capello wrong on John Terry'Harry Redknapp 'not thought about' England jobRedknapp 'will not mix Tottenham with England'FA 'have no favourites' for England job
VIDEO: Scottish Parliament (2/10/2012 5:23:57 PM)
Alex Salmond defends the awarding of contracts for the new Forth crossing to overseas firms during first minister's questions on 9 February 2012.
Uganda 'not behind anti-gay bill' (2/9/2012 3:44:04 PM)
Uganda's government defends its right to debate a controversial anti-gay bill but says the draft legislation does not have official backing.
Cameron to intervene in attempt to deport radical cleric to Jordan (2/9/2012 1:49:25 AM)
David Cameron is to intervene personally to resolve the legal deadlock over attempts to deport the radical cleric Abu Qatada to Jordan.Related StoriesBBC defends Alex Salmond Six Nations cancellationUK denies 'militarisation' of FalklandsChildren's minister faces calls for sackBoundary changes could leave Lib Dems with 11 seatsLivingstone under fire for saying Tories 'riddled' with closet gays
Pay freeze for MPs in 2012/13 (2/8/2012 6:44:35 PM)
MPs' pay is to be frozen at £65,738 for 2012/13, it was announced today.Related StoriesPM denies NHS bill 'disaster'MoD to buy new C-17 transport planeTony Blair takes questions on TwitterTory MPs demand Ken Livingstone apology over gay gaffeBBC defends Alex Salmond Six Nations cancellation
Tony Blair takes questions on Twitter (2/8/2012 6:44:35 PM)
Tony Blair took to Twitter today to promote his faith work, answer questions about life after Downing Street and gently tease his former spin chief Alastair Campbell. Related StoriesPay freeze for MPs in 2012/13PM denies NHS bill 'disaster'MoD to buy new C-17 transport planeTory MPs demand Ken Livingstone apology over gay gaffeBBC defends Alex Salmond Six Nations cancellation
Barton 'no risk' to Terry trial (2/7/2012 12:44:13 PM)
The Attorney General defends contempt of court laws after deciding not to prosecute Joey Barton for Twitter comments on the John Terry case.
Swinney defends EU nationals vote (2/6/2012 6:44:14 PM)
Finance Secretary John Swinney defends plans to let EU nationals living in Scotland vote in the independence referendum.
Tory MPs rebel over wind farms (2/6/2012 3:44:17 PM)
More than 100 Conservative MPs have written to Prime Minister David Cameron demanding a dramatic cut in subsidies for wind farms.Related StoriesDavid Cameron and Ed Miliband agree on Scotland at PMQsDavid Cameron defends European stanceEd Miliband mocks David Cameron over EuropeDavid Cameron and Ed Miliband hurl insults at PMQsLabour leader Ed Miliband calls for 'fairness'Related StoriesAshton Kutcher visits Demi Moore at LA homeJohn Terry to 'lose captaincy'Chris Huhne to face charges over speeding 'evasion'Over 200 feared dead in Syria clashesPressure on Huhne to deny 'golden parachute'
Regular drinking could triple mouth cancer (2/6/2012 3:44:17 PM)
A Government campaign is advising that regularly drinking two large glasses of wine or two pints of beer a day could triple cancer risks.Related StoriesDrinkers 'should spend two days a week dry'Health Secretary Andrew Lansley defends NHS reformsRelated StoriesPressure on Huhne to deny 'golden parachute'Robin Gibb feeling 'fantastic'
Hampton: Defending Hester's bonus (2/6/2012 12:24:11 AM)
RBS chairman defends Stephen Hester's bonus
Joblessness fall sparks 11-year high for Nasdaq (2/5/2012 1:04:07 AM)
The Nasdaq stock index surged to its highest level in 11 years, after data showed US unemployment fell significantly in January.Related StoriesFacebook to cash-in on mobile advertisingAdministrators at war: Rights to Stanford assets disputed in UK courtsCity fears Bill will not protect UK from rivalsUnilever boss defends scrapping of 'unjustified' final salary pension schemeThe business week in review: Facebook's flotation, Xstrata, Fred the Shred
Race body chair defends decisions (2/3/2012 8:44:32 AM)
The chair of trustees at an under-fire Welsh charity defends her actions over the last few weeks.
AUDIO: TripAdvisor 'is about common sense' (2/2/2012 5:23:57 AM)
TripAdvisor's Emma Shaw defends the website against criticisms from the Advertising Standards Authority.
Frampton eases to win over Hughes (2/1/2012 7:04:28 AM)
Carl Frampton successfully defends his Commonwealth super-bantamweight title with an impressive seventh-round stoppage against Kris Hughes in London.
David Cameron in EU treaty warning (1/31/2012 11:44:14 PM)
David Cameron has threatened to launch legal action against European institutions.Related StoriesDavid Cameron defends European stanceEd Miliband mocks David Cameron over EuropeEd Miliband hits back at Len McCluskeyPM's vow on 'unwelcome' jobs tollDavid Cameron and Ed Miliband agree on Scotland at PMQsRelated StoriesUK 'will continue' with Afghan missionFlorida highway pile-up kills tenThe Help wins big at the SAG AwardsCameron under fire over European U-turnSpectacular icy scenes on Mount Tai in China
Bodies found in Canterbury pond (1/31/2012 11:44:14 PM)
A police investigation is under way after the bodies of two men were found in the same pond in Canterbury.Related StoriesHeckler interrupts Kelvin MacKenzie at the Leveson InquiryKelvin MacKenzie on Anne Diamond at the Leveson InquiryHeckler disrupts Leveson InquiryKelvin MacKenzie defends The Sun at the Leveson InquiryTeenager arrested over Freckleton house fire deathsRelated StoriesThree dead after building collapse in BrazilPIP implant boss released on bail
Ferguson backs under-fire De Gea (1/29/2012 10:43:55 AM)
Sir Alex Ferguson defends goalkeeper David de Gea after Manchester United's 2-1 FA Cup defeat by Liverpool.
Miliband and Cameron clash on NHS (1/25/2012 2:24:53 PM)
Labour leader Ed Miliband calls for the government's NHS overhaul to be scrapped - but Prime Minister David Cameron defends the plans.
US college defends IRA tapes role (1/24/2012 12:05:53 PM)
Boston College defends its role in fighting legal action to obtain details of interviews carried out with former paramilitaries.
US defends comedian Jay Leno jibe (1/24/2012 8:23:37 AM)
The US defends comedian Jay Leno's right to free speech after India condemned a reference he made to the holiest Sikh shrine.
VIDEO: Scottish Parliament (1/20/2012 4:03:56 PM)
Alex Salmond defends his government's efforts to tackle unemployment in Scotland during first minister's questions.
Gillan sells home near HS2 route (1/16/2012 1:23:58 PM)
Welsh Secretary Cheryl Gillan defends the sale of her home close to the planned High Speed 2 rail route after criticism from Labour.
Miliband defends pay freeze move (1/15/2012 12:24:11 PM)
Labour leader Ed Miliband defends his party's decision to support the government's pay freeze for public sector workers, despite union criticism.
France downplays rating downgrade (1/14/2012 5:24:55 PM)
French PM Francois Fillon defends his government's economic policies following the decision by Standard and Poor's to downgrade the country's credit rating.
Osborne backs regional pay deals (1/14/2012 6:24:02 AM)
George Osborne defends local pay deals
Briton fails in bid to halt extradition (1/14/2012 12:24:26 AM)
A retired businessman has vowed to fight on to end his "nightmare" after failing in a High Court bid to halt his extradition to the US on charges of conspiring to sell batteries for Iranian missiles.Related StoriesOxford don held suspicion of professor murderAli Dizaei 'abused police powers'How did a giant diamond stolen in a daring London raid end up in a Hong Kong pawnshop?Widow defends suspect in Oxford deathJailbreak pair face trial after grenade left on Dalglish's wall
Golf: Donald won’t duck defence of PGA crown (1/13/2012 6:30:14 AM)
LUKE DONALD is relishing the prospect of returning to the scene of his coronation as world No.1 seven months ago when he defends his BMW PGA Championship title at Wentworth from May 24-27.
UK spies will not face torture charges (1/12/2012 5:04:27 PM)
No British spies will be charged over their alleged complicity in the torture of two terror suspects, according to Keir Starmer QC.Related StoriesKelvin MacKenzie defends The Sun at the Leveson InquiryHeckler disrupts Leveson InquiryMiliband calls for 'fairness'Katy Perry's music is 'appalling', says David CameronChelsea receive bid for Alex
Star Wars TV series delays (1/12/2012 5:04:27 PM)
High production costs mean it will be a while until we see a Star Wars live action series on our TV screens.Related StoriesKelvin MacKenzie defends The Sun at the Leveson InquiryHeckler disrupts Leveson Inquiry
Chelsea receive bid for Alex (1/12/2012 5:04:27 PM)
A rival Premier League club have put in a bid for defender Alex, according to Chelsea manager Andre Villas-Boas.Related StoriesKelvin MacKenzie defends The Sun at the Leveson InquiryHeckler disrupts Leveson InquiryMiliband calls for 'fairness'Katy Perry's music is 'appalling', says David CameronUK spies will not face torture charges
PIP implants - no free replacement (1/11/2012 6:44:03 PM)
Harley Medical Group defends refusal to replace without charge
Dickens site shuts in 200th year (1/11/2012 6:44:03 PM)
The Charles Dickens Museum in central London defends its decision to close for refurbishment during the 200th anniversary year of the author's death.
Former policeman held in hacking investigation (1/11/2012 3:44:42 PM)
An ex-Scotland Yard officer is under arrest over allegations of unauthorised leaks to a journalist.Related StoriesKelvin MacKenzie defends The Sun at the Leveson InquiryGadgets previewed at CES 2012Heckler disrupts Leveson InquiryPolish prosecutor shoots himself after press conferenceEric Cantona makes French 'presidential bid'
Katy Perry's music is 'appalling', says David Cameron (1/11/2012 3:44:42 PM)
David Cameron may have caused a few fireworks after he reportedly slammed Katy Perry's music as "appalling".Related StoriesTwenty-storey building implodes in Houston, TexasTom Hiddleston: 'Making The Avengers was amazing'Kelvin MacKenzie defends The Sun at the Leveson InquiryHeckler disrupts Leveson InquiryMiliband calls for 'fairness'
Nigeria militants defend attacks (1/11/2012 2:47:19 PM)
The leader of Nigeria's Boko Haram Islamist militants defends recent attacks on Christians, saying they are revenge for killings of Muslims.
'No immigration link' to UK unemployment (1/10/2012 8:24:17 PM)
Immigration has little or no impact on the number of people unemployed in the UK, according to a report.Related StoriesScotland 'may be offered independence vote'Sharp drop in City vacanciesKelvin MacKenzie defends The Sun at the Leveson InquiryHeckler disrupts Leveson InquiryEU to bring forward Iran oil embargo decision
Miliband calls for 'fairness' (1/10/2012 8:24:17 PM)
Ed Miliband has vowed to challenge the vested interests "squeezing" the living standards of ordinary people.Related StoriesSharp drop in City vacanciesTom Hiddleston: 'Making The Avengers was amazing'Kelvin MacKenzie defends The Sun at the Leveson InquiryCameron: 'Olympics legacy secured'Heckler disrupts Leveson Inquiry
Artist music criticised by Novak (1/10/2012 4:44:55 PM)
The French director of The Artist defends using music from Alfred Hitchcock's Vertigo in his Oscar-tipped film after a strongly-worded complaint from its star Kim Novak.
Mohan more cautious since the Leveson Inquiry (1/10/2012 11:24:23 AM)
The Sun's editor, Dominic Mohan, has told the Leveson Inquiry that he has been acting with extra caution when considering stories.Related StoriesKelvin MacKenzie defends The Sun at the Leveson InquiryHeckler disrupts Leveson Inquiry
Polish prosecutor shoots himself after press conference (1/10/2012 11:24:23 AM)
A Polish military prosecutor shot himself on Monday after cutting short a news conference.Related StoriesUnited draw Liverpool in Round FourKaty Perry breaks Twitter silenceKelvin MacKenzie defends The Sun at the Leveson InquiryGadgets previewed at CES 2012Heckler disrupts Leveson Inquiry
Heckler disrupts Leveson Inquiry (1/9/2012 6:04:03 PM)
Proceedings at the Leveson Inquiry into press standards were briefly halted on Monday morning by a heckler in the gallery.Related StoriesTom Hiddleston: 'Making The Avengers was amazing'Kelvin MacKenzie defends The Sun at the Leveson InquiryGadgets previewed at CES 2012Cameron: 'Olympics legacy secured'Mohan more cautious since the Leveson Inquiry
Cameron: 'Olympics legacy secured' (1/9/2012 6:04:03 PM)
Britain is on track to secure a lasting legacy from the 2012 Games, according to Prime Minister David Cameron.Related StoriesMore Olympic ticketing problemsDavid Cameron: '2012 will be a tough year for the economy'Scotland 'may be offered independence vote'Kelvin MacKenzie defends The Sun at the Leveson InquiryHeckler disrupts Leveson Inquiry
Gadgets previewed at CES 2012 (1/9/2012 6:04:03 PM)
Attention has turned to Las Vegas as gadgets of the future are on display at the Consumer Electronics Show.Related StoriesCameron backs curbing top pay packagesUnited draw Liverpool in Round FourKaty Perry breaks Twitter silenceKelvin MacKenzie defends The Sun at the Leveson InquiryHeckler disrupts Leveson Inquiry
Tom Hiddleston: 'Making The Avengers was amazing' (1/9/2012 6:04:03 PM)
Just one year ago, Tom Hiddleston was a relative unknown, but now he's set to become one of 2012's biggest stars, thanks in part to his appearance in The Avengers.Related StoriesChelsea 'will not sell Frank Lampard'South Park: The Game first screenshots revealedTwenty-storey building implodes in Houston, TexasKelvin MacKenzie defends The Sun at the Leveson InquiryHeckler disrupts Leveson Inquiry
Unemployment 'could reach nearly three million in 2012' (1/5/2012 2:24:04 PM)
Experts are predicting another tough year in the jobs market in 2012, claiming that unemployment will reach 2.85 million.Related StoriesNew Year message: Nick Clegg warns of 'great challenges'Nick Clegg warns of 'great challenges' in 2012Retailer D2 Jeans enters administrationCameron defends use of vetoPublic borrowing fallsRelated StoriesPublic borrowing fallsExcessive card charges to be bannedUK firm Bombardier wins new £188m contractRetailer D2 Jeans enters administrationBarratts collapse costs 1,600 jobs
Dalglish defends Suarez reaction (1/4/2012 9:04:04 AM)
Kenny Dalglish defends Liverpool's conduct during the Luis Suarez affair and insists the full facts have not been made public.
2011 was the year that shame died (12/30/2011 12:44:06 AM)
Unrepentant bankers, looters and politicians. And, oh yes, an unapologetic oaf of a royal bridegroom. DOMINIC SANDBROOK defends his gloomy view of 2011.
Dalglish defends team over Suarez (12/23/2011 12:44:16 PM)
Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish defends his players after they were criticised for their public backing of Luis Suarez.
BNP's charity leaflets 'absurd' (12/22/2011 3:04:12 PM)
The BNP defends its decision to leaflet residents in Coventry, asking them to donate their scrap metal to help "British" charities.
Unions reject pension offer (12/20/2011 4:04:04 PM)
Britain's biggest civil service union has dealt a blow to hopes of an early end to the bitter dispute involving millions of workers.Related StoriesTube workers to hold series of strikesClarkson: 'Strikers should be shot'Related StoriesCameron defends use of vetoTube workers to hold series of strikesSignal workers to strikeLondon Underground legal bid to halt Tube strike
Council grit bin policy defended (12/19/2011 2:24:05 PM)
A senior Scottish Borders councillor defends the authority's recently adopted policy on the provision of grit bins.
Board defends whistle-blower call (12/16/2011 5:24:13 PM)
NI's Health and Social Care Board defends its decision to call in police and the Cabinet Office in London to find NHS whistle-blowers.
Leona Lewis: No song is sacred (12/16/2011 6:24:14 AM)
Leona Lewis defends her Nine Inch Nails cover
£200,000 phone hacking payment to Tessa Jowell (12/14/2011 9:44:23 AM)
Former Cabinet minister Tessa Jowell has accepted £200,000 in damages after her phone was targeted by the News of the World.Related StoriesHugh Grant and JK Rowling among Leveson witnessesJames Murdoch quits as NGN directorDavid Cameron plans early access to new drugsMosley: Why I challenged 'Nazi orgy' storyKate McCann 'violated' by paperRelated StoriesDavid Cameron plans early access to new drugseBay athlete sells himself onlineNoW checks more 'informal'Cameron defends use of veto
Boxing: Nathan Cleverly to fight in Cardiff in 2012 (12/14/2011 8:47:54 AM)
NATHAN CLEVERLY is set to fight in his homeland for the first time as a world champion when he defends his WBO light-heavyweight title in Cardiff early in the new year.
VIDEO: Miliband: PM 'let Britain down' (12/13/2011 6:44:14 PM)
As David Cameron defends his decision to use his veto during last week's European summit in Brussels, Labour leader Ed Miliband accuses the prime minister of letting Britain down.
Canada under fire over Kyoto exit (12/13/2011 5:24:03 PM)
France, China and Japan criticise Canada for formally withdrawing from the Kyoto Protocol on climate change, but Australia defends Ottawa's decision.
EU treaty and debt crisis: as it happened December 9, 2011 (12/11/2011 4:43:53 AM)
Deputy PM Nick Clegg says two-speed Europe would "be bad for growth and jobs in this country", as Cameron defends treaty veto.
No choice but to move up - Khan (12/9/2011 11:04:02 PM)
Amir Khan says he will have no choice but to move up to welterweight if he successfully defends his WBA and IBF light-welterweight titles against Lamont Peterson.
Minister defends school banding (12/9/2011 2:23:53 PM)
Education minister Leighton Andrews defends a banding system which identifies the best and worst performing schools in Wales, saying support is in place for those that need it.
Amir Khan v Lamont Peterson big fight build-up: in pictures (12/9/2011 11:24:03 AM)
In pics: all the build-up from Washington as Amir Khan defends WBA and IBF belts.
Veena was topless but 'not nude' (12/8/2011 6:23:52 PM)
Pakistani actress Veena Malik defends pictures in an Indian men's magazine, saying she was "topless" but not "nude" in the controversial shoot.
Watchdog defends economy forecast (12/6/2011 9:44:03 PM)
The head of the Office for Budget Responsibility defends its forecasts for growth in the economy after MPs accuse it of getting them "horribly wrong".
Jeff Powell: Amir Khan must cope across the pond as home fight remains far away (12/6/2011 9:43:53 AM)
Amir Khan's quest for wider trans-Atlantic recognition continues apace as he defends his world light-welterweight titles in Washington, where his challenger, Lamont Peterson, resides.
Amir Khan: I'm not scared to fight anybody (12/4/2011 3:46:52 PM)
AMIR KHAN enters ­another fighter’s backyard next Saturday when he defends his world titles against former street kid ­Lamont Peterson in Washington DC.
AMIR, THERE ’N’ EVERYWHERE (12/4/2011 12:29:02 AM)
AMIR KHAN enters ­another fighter’s backyard next Saturday when he defends his world titles against former street kid ­Lamont Peterson in Washington DC.
VIDEO: Streep defends Thatcher portrayal (12/1/2011 5:44:13 PM)
Actress Meryl Streep defends her portrayal of former Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher in new film The Iron Lady.
Streep defends Thatcher portrayal (12/1/2011 5:44:13 PM)
Actress Meryl Streep defends her portrayal of former Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher as a frail old woman suffering from dementia in The Iron Lady.
James Bond star Daniel Craig hits out at celebrities who sell their privacy and then moan when it's gone (11/29/2011 8:07:02 PM)
JAMES BOND star Daniel Craig has told he fiercely defends his privacy - and issued a warning to stars who want it both ways.
Film: Daniel Craig: Why I'm keeping my marriage details under wraps (11/29/2011 4:09:03 PM)
James Bond star Daniel Craig has told he fiercely defends his privacy – and took a swipe at stars who want it both ways.
James Bond star Daniel Craig warns celebrities who sell their privacy and then moan when it's gone (11/29/2011 4:09:03 PM)
JAMES BOND star Daniel Craig has told he fiercely defends his privacy - and issued a warning to stars who want it both ways.
James Bond star Daniel Craig hits back at celebrities who sell their privacy and then moan when it's gone (11/29/2011 12:08:22 PM)
JAMES BOND star Daniel Craig has told he fiercely defends his privacy - and took a swipe at stars who want it both ways.
Why Oxbridge teasers are not as eccentric as they seem (11/28/2011 10:24:13 AM)
Mary Beard reflects on the purpose of the much-maligned Oxbridge interview and defends the "would you rather be an apple or a banana" school of questioning.
Johnson defends World Cup regime (11/25/2011 6:04:12 PM)
Former England boss Martin Johnson defends his regime following leaked reports into their World Cup failure.
Uproar over India retail reform (11/25/2011 10:44:02 AM)
There is uproar in India's parliament over the opening up of the retail market to global chains, as the trade minister defends the move.
Committee chair defends US trip (11/25/2011 8:24:02 AM)
The chairman of the assembly's employment and learning committee defends plans for a trip to San Diego in the United States.
VIDEO: Andrew apologises for World Cup performance (11/24/2011 5:44:22 PM)
Rob Andrew apologises for England's performance on and off the pitch at the World Cup in New Zealand but defends his own position as elite director at the Rugby Football Union.
Lansley defends looped NHS video (11/22/2011 10:04:13 AM)
Health Secretary Andrew Lansley defends a welcome message played on a continuous loop in hospitals in which he tells patients their care "really matters to me".
Scandal-hit Microsoft admits blow to morale (11/20/2011 2:03:44 AM)
The US software giant defends itself after recent claims of bad behaviour.
Poyet backs Suarez over race row (11/18/2011 12:24:19 PM)
Brighton manager Gus Poyet defends Liverpool striker Luis Suarez and says "I will go to court to prove he's not racist".
Blatter: I have fought racism all my life (11/18/2011 4:08:21 AM)
Under fire FIFA chief defends himself over 'fix it with a handshake' comments
Gingrich defends Freddie Mac work (11/17/2011 4:45:56 PM)
Facing more scrutiny amid a poll surge, Republican presidential hopeful Newt Gingrich defends his work for a federal mortgage lender reviled by the right.