Singer Robbie Williams has launched a massive publicity drive after a three years hiatus from music. But has it worked?

More proof today, as if it were needed, that Barack Obama's administration “gets it”.

New Zealand soprano Hayley Westenra yesterday joined forces with Dame Vera Lynn to launch the UK's annual Poppy Appeal.

Nokia, the world's largest mobile phone maker, has said that it is suing its US rival Apple for infringing patents on mobile phone technology for the iPhone.

The Independent's Sean O'Grady looks at what the UK's burgeoning population could mean for future generations.

Wales would do world rugby a favour by dealing to the pompous, coach-cycling Kiwis, writes Chris Rattue.

New research examining blood loss during labour challenges current hospital practice, the New Zealand College of Midwives says.

Rob McFarland goes ghost-spotting at the favourite haunt of King Henry VIII.

Study finds screening for abnormal chromosomes could double the number of women falling pregnant.

Britain is on the brink of emerging from recession, business leaders predicted yesterday.