US healthcare bill passes first Senate hurdle in vote    The US Senate has narrowly voted to hold a full debate on a landmark bill designed to overhaul the country's healthcare.

Michael Jackson Moonwalk glove auctioned for $350,000    A rhinestone-encrusted glove worn by Michael Jackson the first time he performed the Moonwalk has been sold at auction for $350,000 (£212,000).

Egypt's President Mubarak enters Algeria football row    Egypt's President Hosni Mubarak has stepped into a row with Algeria, vowing he will not tolerate the "humiliation" of Egyptian nationals abroad.

Swiss Authorities convict Abacha’s Son, seize $350m assets   A Swiss court has ordered the seizure of $350m (£212m) in assets from the son of Nigeria's former military ruler, General Sani Abacha.

Nigeria: The media is our problem    The Speaker of Nigeria's House of Representatives, Dimeji Bankole has accused the media of favouring the executive arm of government over the legislature.