Hard times for the Cannes Film Festival, at least in terms of the splashy Hollywood films for which the world's most prestigious cinema showcase is known.

Rob Gray marvels at the contrasts in hospitality as he and his friends set off on their overland motorbike trip from Vladivostok to London.

British Prime Minister Gordon Brown resigned with a brief, emotional statement this morning.

Amy Laughinghouse finds Nottingham abuzz over the outlaw's latest incarnation.

British Prime Minister Gordon Brown has announced he will resign as leader of the Labour Party by September at the latest, after his party lost 90 seats in the UK election.

The opening of Europe's financial markets tonight will unleash a battle that may decide the fate of the single currency.

A new book shines the spotlight behind the scenes of some of London's style gurus, focusing on their interior design at home.

Eyjafjallajokull in Iceland has reminded the world again that it has the power to disrupt international travel.

Britain's beleaguered election officials face more criticism after it emerged eligible voters living in New Zealand missed out on casting their ballot.

The ash cloud from Iceland's Eyjafjallajokul volcano is still causing havoc for flights across the Atlantic.

Britain's election has turned into political drama, with David Cameron making an offer to the Lib-Dems.