The commuter belt areas of Woking in Surrey and Falkirk in central Scotland are among 11 towns which outperformed London in a list of the biggest house-price percentage rises over the year.
Major winners Darren Clarke and Rory McIlroy are both recognised in the New Year Honours List.
Tottenham will not make a move for Carlos Tevez in the January transfer window as signing the striker would place the club's long-term future in danger, according to manager Harry Redknapp.
The US stock market is ending a tumultuous year right where it started.
Craig Bellamy scored twice against his former club and captain Steven Gerrard came off the bench to add a third as Liverpool came from behind to beat Newcastle 3-1 at Anfield.
Manchester United striker Federico Macheda's agent claims the Italian is "95%" certain to join QPR on loan in the January transfer window.
An 18-year-old man has been charged with the murder of a teenager who was stabbed to death while babysitting her young niece and nephew.
Russell Brand and Katy Perry have split up after 14 months of marriage.
Russell Brand and Katy Perry have split up after 14 months of marriage.
Swansea have secured the signing of Cliftonville striker Rory Donnelly on a three-and-half-year deal.
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