England crush Croatia 4-1, Northern Ireland win a point against Czech Republic, Scotland defeat Iceland 2-1 and Wales lose 2-1 in Russia.

Usain Bolt adds the 200m to his 100m title in a new world record while Tasha Danvers adds bronze in the 400m hurdles to earlier British success in boxing, swimming and windsurfing.

The BBC's David Amanor meets the level crossing operator in Ghana who watches matches while listening for trains.

Birmingham City Council takes action against four youths accused of anti-social behaviour.

Our latest crop of your Halloween photos from around the world.

Labour has pledged to increase funding to rebuild and refurbish primary schools. Which party's plans do you agree with most?

A second page of your views on how the issues of immigration and asylum affect the general election.

Wakeboarding enthusiasts combine fierce competition on water with a musical festival on dry land at a north Wales resort.

National Slacker Day has come around again. But with hard times beginning to bite in many offices, is it the end of the line for loafing about?

American DJ Glen Jones stays on the air for 100 hours non-stop to set a new world record for continuous radio broadcasting.

Michael Schumacher's victory in the Japanese Grand Prix means he now has three Formula One driver's titles. Can he now claim to be the greatest talent the sport has ever seen?

Chart star Moby picks up two major titles at the DanceStar 2000 awards in London.

Teenage singing star Craig David is among the artists competing for trophies at the DanceStar 2000 awards in London.

Macy Gray, Westlife and S Club 7 are among the acts hoping to be voted record of the year in a poll on prime-time TV.

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