It's World Philosophy Day - an opportunity to contemplate one's very existence and whether computer monitors really exist, says David Bain.

Exeter City manager Paul Tisdale says he is still proud of his side despite their crushing 6-1 defeat at home by Chesterfield.

The man who wrote 100 Things to Do Before You Die has died in the US, before completing his own list. Why did his book in 1999 spark a publishing phenomenon?

As part of a series of features following the route of the Olympic torch around China, the BBC focuses on Qufu, the home town of Confucius.

Australian veteran Greg Norman is philosophical after his third-placed finish in the Open.

A 10-foot bronze statue of Scottish economist and philosopher Adam Smith goes on display in Edinburgh.

The BBC's Magdi Abdelhadi visits Fez in Morocco for the city's 14th festival of sacred music.

Labour MP Tom Harris caused a row last week when he said people should stop being so "bloody miserable" and appreciate what they have. Philosopher Julian Baggini considers whether we are a nation of whingers and asks if that is such a bad thing anyway.

Croatia boss Slaven Bilic puts on a brave face after his side go out of Euro 2008 on penalties to Turkey.

Victor Piturca accepts his Romania side lost to the better team after a 2-0 defeat by Holland sees Italy pip them to second place in Group C.

When Havi Carel was diagnosed with a rare life threatening condition she turned to her philosophy training to help her cope.

Southend United manager Steve Tilson refuses to be too downbeat about the end of their 13-match unbeaten run at Tranmere.

Two 300-year-old letters penned by English philosopher John Locke are discovered.

Repairs are being carried out to secure sculptures erected to commemorate the life and work of a philosopher.

On the 75th anniversary of the World Service, the BBC asked top European thinkers for their ideas on freedom of speech.

Prince Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall tour the shine of one Islam's leading poets and philosophers in Turkey.

Actors from the Harry Potter series of films are weaving a little magic for fans in Belfast.

Nicolas Sarkozy is the most pro-US president in generations, but French opinion is divided on what this means, writes Hugh Schofield.

England captain Phil Vickery is not dwelling on being a replacement against Tonga but on proving his worth to the team.

Carlisle caretaker boss Greg Abbott is philosophical after their unbeaten league start is ended.