The government has given the review into how the Libor rate-setting system works two weeks to publish its initial proposals.

BBC: Barclays

Apple said initial sales of the iPhone 5, which began last Friday, topped two million units within the first day it began taking pre-orders setting a new company record, despite some initial disappointment that the device didn't offer more technical surprises.

WSJ: Crowds Gather at Apple Stores for iPhone 5 Launch

The report, currently at its half-way stage, is likely to recommend the setting up of more self-referral centres, where women can report rapes without initial police involvement.

BBC: Rape victim treatment 'a lottery'