Ramires hit the home side's post with a shot late on, while Nicolas Anelka was denied by Tim Howard and Jack Rodwell had an effort saved by Cech.

BBC: Everton 1-1 Chelsea

Both Michael Howard and Jack Straw insisted that they must have the right to vary the terms of a life sentence, if the twin requirements of retribution and deterrence are to be met.

ECONOMIST: Myra Hindley

As McCain approached Super Tuesday, he sometimes ticked off a list of Republican elders who are backing him: former New Hampshire Senator Warren Rudman, former Tennessee Senator Howard Baker, former Missouri Senator Jack Danforth, Senator Pete Domenici, of New Mexico.

NEWYORKER: On the Bus

Though Labour in opposition backed most of Mr Howard's initiatives, the present home secretary, Jack Straw, is urging a different balance between custodial and non-custodial penalties.

ECONOMIST: Crime

Jack Straw has made himself a hate figure among liberals by out-toughing Michael Howard on crime.

ECONOMIST: Would Prime Minister Blair be a radical?