Warning: Cut rates or job losses will soar

Unemployment set to hit 2m and house prices will fall 30%, Bank of England expert predicts
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David Prosser's Outlook: Blanchflower's iceberg alert is spot on, but the MPC won't change course

The Sea of Galilee, crucial to the local fishermen, has been used to irrigate Israel's countryside and brought blooms to the desert, but critics say the pumping should be halted

A biblical tragedy in the Sea of Galilee

An arid country, Israel relies on the waters where Jesus sailed to irrigate its farmland and supply its homes. But now the lake is drying up – and only drastic action will save it

Return of the apartheid party

The National Party, which imposed the yoke of apartheid to divide and rule South Africa for much of the previous century, is being resurrected to contest next year's national elections where it will take on its old nemesis, the African National Congress.

William M Gumede: We need an opposition, but one with credibility

Film reveals the ups and downs of Valentino's love life

To those who can afford hisdesigner creations, Valentino is a fashion deity: the last genuine haute couturier, whose classical garments have adorned and been adored by socialites and celebrities of the calibre of Jackie Kennedy, Elizabeth Taylor, Gwyneth Paltrow and Uma Thurman.

Assistant Commissioner Tarique Ghaffur outlining his grievances at a press conference yesterday

Britain's top Asian officer accuses Met chief of racism

Sir Ian Blair was facing a battle to survive as Commissioner of the Metropolitan Police last night after Britain's most senior Asian officer publicly accused him of racial discrimination.

Police division: The Met at war

Democrats gather in their thousands to hear Obama

In their tens of thousands, the faithful and the fearful of the Democratic Party flocked into the wide open jaw of Denver's Invesco Field last night to witness Barack Obama delivering a nomination acceptance speech that they pray will propel him to the Oval Office.

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Mohammed al-Majed, came to the seaside town of Hastings in order to learn English. But instead of spending six weeks immersing himself in the culture of a historic fishing port, he was killed in a racially motivated assault

Murder of Qatari student exposes the race hatred rife in Hastings

To a young, ambitious and well-educated boy from a wealthy Middle Eastern family, the historic English seaside town of Hastings would seem an ideal place to spend six weeks learning English and about Britain.

Bill Clinton speaks in praise of Barack Obama at yesterday's democratic convention

Bill comes through for Barack – and is right on message

He came on to the strains of "Don't stop thinking about tomorrow," the anthem of his victorious campaigns of 1992 and 1996. But when the delirious applause that greeted him finally subsided, Bill Clinton made clear that tomorrow – and the Democratic party – now belongs to Barack Obama.

The Croatia manager, Slaven Bilic, is believed to have get-out clauses in his contract which would allow him to take the West Ham job

Bilic stands by as Curbishley fights for future at Upton Park

Alan Curbishley is under increasing pressure at West Ham United, with the Croatia coach, Slaven Bilic, understood to be interested in succeeding him at Upton Park should he be sacked.

Electoral funding rules ban anonymous donations of more than �200 making Banksy's gift to the Labour party inadmissible

He's anonymous, so Banksy's gift is inadmissible

When Banksy offered one of his highly sought-after canvases to Labour to auction for Ken Livingstone's ill-fated re-election campaign, the party's high command was jubilant.

Pope angry over crucified green frog sculpture

Retailers suffer worst month in quarter of a century

Retailers delivered their worst performance for nearly a quarter of a century last month and there is little sign of relief for them any time soon.

Internet maps 'demolish British history'

Internet mapping is wiping the rich geography and history of Britain off the map, Britain's most senior cartographer warned yesterday.

James Daley: I finally got an apology from the police for losing my bike

Gotcha! How to swat a fly, and know that it will die

The enduring mystery of why it is so difficult to swat a fly has been solved by scientists who believe they can now offer technical advice on how to hit a fly before it has chance to escape.

Politicians blamed for health inequalities that kill the poor

People are dying "on a grand scale" around the world because of social injustice brought about by a "toxic" combination of bad policies, politics and economics, the World Health Organisation has said.

Ugly fish, tasty dish: chefs extol the sustainable virtues of the gurnard

If the seabed had mirrors, the gurnard would surely swim by without a glance.

US judge makes potential landmark ruling for online copyright

BBC denies Whitehall unit influenced al-Qa'ida report

The BBC has admitted that a senior journalist making a programme about al-Qa'ida met members of a government propaganda unit before the programme was broadcast.

UCAS Clearing Search 2008

This is the official UCAS clearing search where it's really easy to find the right course whether you're a home or international student. Search for universities and courses in all regions and levels.

Review: Get Loaded in the Park 2008

Edexcel exam board to help re-mark school SATs papers

One of Britain's biggest exam boards, Edexcel, has been called in to help re-mark this year's national curriculum tests after record requests from schools. Teachers have asked for more than 40,000 reviews of pupils' scripts from the tests for 11- and 14-year-olds.

Number of 'inadequate' childminders doubles in a year, say inspectors

Hull's Graeme Horne is hoping to make up for the disappointment
of missing out on a Challenge Cup final

Graeme Horne: 'It would be a boost to have my brother back – I just don't want him in my place'

Three years ago Hull's Graeme Horne was left out of the season's showpiece after playing in every round. This year he has the shirt, but his fit-again older sibling may complicate the picture.