This week's Best of Britain photos show the many different angles of people's pride in England.

With the World Cup in full swing, one photo shows a house wrapped with fabric in the shape of St. George's Cross ahead of the match against the United States.  While another shows a man with a British flag being held back by police during a counter-protest.

Also with their patriotic pride on display is a long line of Chelsea Pensioners, spectators at the Trooping the Colour ceremony, and the glamorous hats at the Royal Ascot.

Photos of a kite festival in Blackheath and tennis at the Queen's Club Championships close off the series.

Seattle Police are investigating after an officer was filmed punching a girl in the face.

Estonia hosts its first ever mosquito-catching competition.

A sombre and frail Nelson Mandela has attended the funeral of his great-granddaughter, Zenani.

Robbie Earle admits he may have been "naive" after World Cup tickets allocated to him were found being used for "unauthorised purposes".

A new telescope equipped with the world's most powerful digital camera is to observe the night sky.

Britain's ambassador to Iran was summoned to the Foreign Ministry in Tehran after allegations of UK involvement in terrorist plots.

Israel has confirmed it is easing a land blockade of the Gaza Strip.

BP's boss Tony Hayward will face a tough grilling from US politicians over its recent oil spill disaster at a Congressional hearing.

A United Express plane with 36 people on board has skidded off the runway at Ottawa's airport, causing minor injuries to two crew members.

Celebrations of Chile's first World Cup win in 48 years got a little out of hand on Wednesday in the capital, Santiago.