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Highway deaths hit lowest level since ?50s Fewer people are dying on America's highways as more motorists buy into buckling up and embracing safety innovations. A sour economy that dampened traveling instincts also is a contributor. Indiana stakes claim to electric car industry The so-called "RV Capital of the World" may soon be able to bill itself the "EV Capital of the World." What a difference a letter makes. One killed as twisters hit Arkansas Twisters strike parts of Arkansas, killing one, injuring at least three and destroying a handful of homes.

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Underground to axe up to 800 jobs Fire destroys Shoreditch offices Fans sentenced for brawl on Tube Inmates transfer was 'deliberate' MPs broke expenses rules

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High-speed rail plans announced Plans for a new high-speed rail network, featuring 250mph trains, have been announced by Transport Secretary Lord Adonis. Three MPs arrive in court over expenses Jim Devine, Elliot Morley and David Chaytor are all expected to deny false accounting. Man dies after 'abuse from youths' Sixty four-year-old David Askew, who had learning difficulties, collapsed and died outside his home in Greater Manchester after years of abuse from youths.