THE funding of political parties has long been a closely guarded secret. However, the corruption and abuse of power this has engendered over the years has become an all too familiar story.

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Polls show Newt Gingrich will probably be hammered by Mitt Romney in the crucial Republican primary election in Florida tomorrow.

Italian police have arrested a businessman accused of allegedly extorting money from premier Silvio Berlusconi to ensure the man’s co-operation in a probe over recruiting prostitutes to attend wild parties at Mr Berlusconi’s home.

ITALIAN police have arrested a businessman on charges of allegedly extorting money from Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi.

Opera star Luciano Pavarotti has been admitted to hospital for observation in his hometown of Modena in northern Italy, hospital officials there said today.

Ireland must continue adopting anti-corruption measures to increase public confidence in state bodies, it was claimed today.

I’m A Celebrity contestant Danniella Westbrook revealed she has no qualms about quitting the show if the pressure builds.

TV presenter Gaby Roslin has undergone a radical image change for her new role in hit West End musical Chicago.

Martin Kemp, Michael Greco and Tamzin Outhwaite have been nominated for this year's Inside Soap Awards despite the fact they have all left EastEnders.

Michael Greco says he is gutted that Beppe is leaving Albert Square.

Beppe di Marco is to leave Albert Square this summer.