The protest organised by Sinn Féin against the armed forces' homecoming parade is 'unhelpful', the moderator of the Presbyterian Church says.

A Robert Burns enthusiast is to be the new moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland.

All the action and reaction from the the third debate between US presidential candidates John McCain and Barack Obama.

All the action and reaction from the the second debate between US presidential candidates John McCain and Barack Obama.

Students have a reputation for enjoying regularly drinking themselves into stupefaction, but there are a growing number who are deciding not to touch a drop. So how hard is it to be teetotal at university?

A blow-by-blow commentary on the debate, with reaction and analysis from pundits and the public.

Indonesia's anti-terror chief says Western governments have made it harder for moderate Muslims to tackle terrorism.

Inflation has moderated but still poses a risk to the Indian economy, India's new central bank governor says.

A German body-builder is permanently scarred from ulcers after steroid use.

The Anglican Church's 10-yearly Lambeth Conference has taken place, with more focus than ever on the issue of homosexuality.

Mike Baker says it is hard to see how performance tables can be published on the basis of this year's school tests.

A drug once used to treat hayfever "improves" symptoms in patients with Alzheimer's disease, research suggests.

BBC NI political correspondent Martina Purdy examines the legacy of Ian Paisley.

The new moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland has been sworn into office.

Falkirk manager John Hughes says he will build on Falkirk's moderate success in the SPL for next season.

Tai Chi exercises can help people with type 2 diabetes control their condition, research suggests.

Roger Hardy assess the evolving position of one of Iraq's most influential Shia Muslim leaders.

A selection of regional and other press sources commenting on Iran's election see no great surprises.

Middle aged non-drinkers can quickly cut their risk of heart disease by having a daily tipple, say researchers.

Presbyterians across Ireland pick County Antrim cleric Rev Donald Patton as the church's next moderator.