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Singapore's economy averts a recession, as it reported better-than-expected growth data for the fourth quarter.

The increasing abundance of native roe deer appears to be having an impact on woodlands, a study suggests.

More than a billion pounds was spent in 2012 for the first time on downloaded videos, music and games.

A new system, which aims to deposit cash payments for welfare programmes directly into the bank accounts of the beneficiaries, is being piloted in India

Manufacturing activity in China expands for the third month in a row, adding to hopes of a rebound in the world's second-largest economy.

Filmmakers reveal brutal side of giraffes' rituals

Was this parasite-based diet history's weirdest eating fad?

A new system for cutting carbon emissions starts in California today.

President Barack Obama urges the House of Representatives to back a Senate-approved deal to stave off "fiscal cliff" tax and spending measures.

Many unwanted gifts end up on auction sites like eBay, but how many items can you list before the taxman catches up with you?

France's President Francois Hollande says he still plans to raise the top rate of income tax after his 75% plan was struck down on technical grounds.

India's debt-ridden Kingfisher Airlines loses its flying permit after a deadline to renew its suspended licence expires, the aviation regulator says.

Newham Council in east London is becoming the first local authority in England to introduce a compulsory system of landlord registration.

Some people might think that getting married in a year with the number 13 in the date could be unlucky - but it could actually save you money.

The US Senate approves a deal to avert a combination of tax hikes and spending cuts known as the "fiscal cliff", hours after missing a deadline.

Might the recent economic downturn be to blame for the rise in ghost sightings?

Asian economies face regional and global challenges in 2013

The UK has begun its year-long presidency of the G8 group of nations, which will include hosting a summit in Northern Ireland.

London's Newham Council becomes the first local authority in England to target rogue landlords by imposing a compulsory registration scheme.

We seek some slightly more reliable predictions for tech in 2013

Wall Street shares close up 1.3% after President Obama says that a deal to avoid the fiscal cliff is in sight.

US President Obama says a deal to avoid the so-called "fiscal cliff" of tax rises and spending cuts is "within sight", as a midnight deadline looms.

Portugal's president signs into law a controversial 2013 budget imposing big tax increases.

A ban on the import of second-hand fridges takes effect in Ghana in a bid to reduce energy consumption and harm to the environment.

The bagpipe business is thriving in Pakistan, with the instrument proving popular to play as well as being a successful export.