Quantum of Solace breaks UK box office records on its opening weekend - taking £15.5m in three days, according to early figures.

When a new Bond film comes out, it is invariably to a frenzy of positive press coverage far outweighing that given to any other mere action flick. But is it okay to hate James Bond?

Fictional CIA assassin Jason Bourne will appear in a fourth film, according to trade newspaper Variety.

Suave spy James Bond is recreated in a 10-acre maze made from maize at a Devon farm.

The so-called "Camden caners", the north London celebrity set, have come out in force for a fundraising concert.

Kevin Pietersen hits a superb century as England fight back on day one at Lord's.

A profile of controversial motor sport boss Max Mosley, currently suing the News of the World in the High Court.

Graduation used to be a rite restricted to students leaving university, but these days schoolchildren are getting in on the fun - with American-style proms to mark the end of the exam season.

An in-depth look at the reign of FIA president Max Mosley

Author Sebastian Faulks reveals how he set about writing his new James Bond novel Devil May Care.

A year to remember for Swansea's Roberto Martinez

A poor England scrape past Italy 23-19 in Rome with Jonny Wilkinson passing 1,000 points.

England beat Switzerland in their first manager under Fabio Capello, while Northern Ireland lose but Wales win.

A profile of Leslie Phillips, the comic actor who has been appointed a CBE in the New Year Honours List.

SP Thamilselvan, who has been killed, played a prominent role for the Tamil Tigers for years, says the BBC's Ethirajan Anbarasan.

You've got an important letter that just has to reach its destination tomorrow morning, but with the effects of the latest postal strike expected to linger throughout Wednesday, can it be done? Sure, all you need are deep pockets or some ingenuity.

Who would win in the ultimate showdown between the suave British spy and ruthless American assassin?

Bourne Ultimatum star Matt Damon says James Bond is an anachronism who will always be anchored in the 1960s.

What does it feel like to watch Star Wars for the very first time? We find out as the classic film marks its 30th anniversary.

Matt Prior becomes one of four centurions for England reach 553-5 on day two against West Indies.