The George Bush presidency has been rich pickings for those in one line of work - comedy. But with Barack Obama's election win steeped in historical significance, America's new leader seems, for the moment, to be beyond comic reproach, says John O'Farrell.

Christine Ohuruogu storms to victory in the 400m to add to three earlier golds for Great Britain in the cycling and sailing.

Padraig Harrington seals his second successive Open Championship with a magnificent final-round of 69 at Birkdale.

How the last four candidates in this year's The Apprentice measure up.

Pop music is back in fashion, if the Brit award judges are to be believed. Find out who the leading contenders are and listen to clips.

England secure an impressive 42-run win at Edgbaston to take a 2-1 series lead against India.

Padraig Harrington clinches the Open title after a four-hole play-off with long-time leader Sergio Garcia.

Sergio Garcia leads by two strokes after an even-par 71 on day two of the Open Championship at Carnoustie.

Sergio Garcia fires a 65 to lead after day one of the Open Championship.

Spooks actress Keeley Hawes is to play DCI Gene Hunt's new sidekick in the Life on Mars sequel.

She's wowing audiences in the US version of Strictly Come Dancing and confounding her critics, but is Heather Mills an inspiration or irritation for other amputees?

Oscars panellist Aileesa Lim offers her reaction to the announcement of this year's Academy Award nominations.

Find out about the Sound of 2007's top 10 artists and listen to full tracks.

The legendary Secret Policeman's Ball comedy and music show for Amnesty International is to make a return.

Juan Pablo Montoya could be handed an early Nascar debut in the sport's second-tier series.

Our expert judging panel reveals the 10 songs they think could win Eurovision this year.

Lara Croft, the ballsy, under-dressed first lady of gaming returns to glory in Tomb Raider Legend.

BBC Sport looks at the improvements in England paceman Kabir Ali's game.

The use of psychic powers adds a novel twist to the action in two new video games.