Britain resists EU bid to set new target on renewable energy
London. The government will oppose attempts to set a new renewable energy target within the EU, in a move that could put at risk tens of billions of pounds of green investment and tens of thousands of new jobs.

Internet - vital frontline in war against extremism: The Independent
London. The major battle in the war against extremism is being fought over the internet by elite teams stationed behind keyboards and engaged in winning the hearts and minds of would-be terrorists, The Independent writes in the aftermath of the Woolwich attack.

Thousands complete last mile of Boston Marathon
Washington. Thousands of runners have completed the final mile of Boston Marathon, five weeks after they were forced to abandon the race after two bombs exploded, BBC reports.