Scientists have travelled the world looking for clues to explain the rise of asthma and other allergies.

US dominance is likely to weaken by 2025 as India and China grow stronger, a new Washington intelligence report says.

A US intelligence report on global trends, prepared ahead of President-elect Barack Obama taking office, outlines various scenarios as the world heads towards 2025.

Graeme Smith and Hashim Amla hit unbeaten centuries as South Africa reach 299-1 on day one of the first Test against Bangladesh in Bloemfontein.

The idea of a home, no matter how small, to truly call our own, has been the goal of British society in recent decades. But has it gone badly wrong and should we take a lesson from the sprawling family homes of the past, asks Lisa Jardine.

Campaigners fighting a planned eco-town near Arundel hand a petition to Downing Street.

The ability to sweat may cut the risk of developing exercise-related asthma, say scientists.

Shaun Udal and Murali Karthik guide Twenty20 champions Middlesex to a 43-run Pro40 victory over Somerset at Lord's.

A drug used to lower blood pressure could prevent or delay thousands of Alzheimer's cases, US research has suggested.

Tyron Henderson smashes seven sixes as Middlesex book their place in the Twenty20 Cup final after an eight-wicket win over Durham.

he BBC's Heather Sharp talks to Palestinian construction workers in Jerusalem in the wake of a mechanical digger attack in the city.

Many people suffer in silence with migraine - but new drugs promise better treatment than ever before

Bernie Ecclestone believes Max Mosley may not be able to fulfil his duties as FIA president, despite winning a confidence vote.

The world's smallest transistor is made out of a material that could one day replace silicon, say scientists.

A four-monthly jab could replace the need to regularly take pills to control blood pressure, scientists say.

A study may have discovered why breastfeeding might help protect children against asthma, scientists say.

You wanted a Nintendo Wii, you got a goat. Charity presents aren't top of everyone's Christmas list, but it would be churlish to show disappointment. So what's the best way to receive one?

High blood pressure may be more difficult to control in winter than in summer, research suggests.

A park-and-ride scheme near one of east Scotland's busiest commuter routes officially opens in Kinross.

England go 1-0 down in their five-match one-day series with Sri Lanka after a 119-run defeat in Dambulla.