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Suspect tracked down by police dog
A dedicated police dog has been praised for successfully tracking a suspect for two miles.
Camilla's penchant for raw peas
The Duchess of Cornwall has dined at lavish state banquets and eaten dishes prepared by the world's best chefs but she revealed one of her favourite foods - raw peas.
Deaded bliss for zombie newlyweds
A couple dressed as the "undead" have tied the knot in the UK's first zombie-themed wedding.
Pie-makers face off for top title
Almost 1,000 pies of every stripe and filling are being considered for a top national food title.
Ultimate break for Doctor Who fans
A Doctor Who fanatic is offering devotees of the sci-fi series the ultimate overnight stay - in his room which he has turned into a shrine to his favourite TV programme.
Hefty fine for cigarette litter man
A smoker caught throwing away a cigarette butt in the street will have to cough up £560 after failing to pay a much smaller fine.
National Library seeks 'Wikipedian'
The National Library of Scotland (NLS) is looking to recruit Scotland's first "Wikipedian".
Deaded bliss for zombie newlyweds
A couple dressed as the "undead" have tied the knot in the UK's first zombie-themed wedding.
Eye signs deter bicycle thieves
Bike thefts have been significantly reduced simply by putting pictures of staring eyes above cycle racks, researchers say.
Takeaway to host photography show
A pop-up photography exhibition is to be held at a takeaway - with free fried chicken on offer for people who attend.
Ceremony marks asparagus season
The first cut of the season's asparagus has been delivered to shops in an eccentric ceremony in the heart of England.
'Meteor' lights up Argentinian sky
Concert-goers in northern Argentina have been treated to a light show with a difference.
Clegg slams council's magician cost
Liberal Democrat leader Nick Clegg has attacked a Conservative council for spending money on a motivational magician while announcing cuts in other areas.
Tea-drinkers 'average 3 cups a day'
Britain's reputation as a nation of tea-lovers has been confirmed with a new study showing that one in four people has at least five cups a day.
Hackers hit FIFA Twitter accounts
FIFA has confirmed that the Twitter accounts of president Sepp Blatter and the World Cup team have been hacked, with a series of controversial messages left on both.
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