French police have raided the offices of president Nicolas Sarkozy.

Iran is to free Sarah Shourd, one of three American hikers who have been detained for more than a year since they strayed across the border from Iraq.

The European parliament has criticised France for its expulsion of Gypsies, also known as Roma, labelling the practise racially discriminating.

"A dog teaches a boy fidelity, perseverance, and to turn around three times before lying down."