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Jackson doctor denies manslaughter Michael Jackson's doctor, Conrad Murray, denies a charge of involuntary manslaughter over the singer's death. Sri Lanka arrests election loser The defeated candidate in Sri Lanka's presidential election, General Sarath Fonseka, is arrested for "military offences". Fresh Iran sanctions 'only path' The US says new sanctions against Iran are the "only path" after Tehran said it was stepping up uranium enrichment. Yanukovych 'to win Ukraine poll' Ukraine's pro-Moscow Viktor Yanukovych will win presidential elections, officials say, but PM Yulia Tymoshenko is defiant. ICC rejects Darfur rebel charges War crimes charges against a Darfur rebel leader are dropped by International Criminal Court judges. Pitt and Jolie sue Sunday paper Hollywood couple Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt sue the News Of The World newspaper over allegations about their relationship. Avalanche kills troops in Kashmir India says at least 17 soldiers have been killed after an avalanche struck a high-altitude military training camp in Kashmir. German pensioners in kidnap trial Four pensioners appear in a German court charged with kidnapping a financial adviser they blamed for bad investments. Giant deep sea fish filmed Scientists film the giant serpent-like oarfish in its natural deep sea habitat in the Gulf of Mexico for the first time. Sword lord - swallower sets world record with 18 blades An Australian performance artist sets a world record by swallowing 18 swords at the same time. Katrina tragedy 'inspired Saints' New Orleans Saints' quarterback Drew Brees said the Hurricane Katrina disaster inspired his side to a 31-17 Super Bowl win over Indianapolis Colts. Warne blasts Strauss Test absence Shane Warne describes England captain Andrew Strauss's decision to miss his country's tour of Bangladesh next month as disrespectful. How should the world react to Iran? The US says sanctions are the "only path" after Iran said it was stepping up uranium enrichment. What is your reaction? Ex-Merrill boss takes over at CIT The former chief executive of Merrill Lynch, John Thain, was at the heart of the bonus row - now he has a new job as boss of US lender CIT. Xstrata resumes dividend payments Mining group Xstrata is to resume dividend payments despite reporting a drop in full-year profits. Indian economy 'to grow by 7.2%' India's economic growth forecast raises the chance that state support could be withdrawn. China shuts down hacking website Three people are arrested as China's largest training website for hackers is shut down, state media reports. Pirate bill could 'breach rights' An influential group of MPs and peers says the government's plans on illegal file-sharing could breach the rights of net users. Shuttle makes final night flight The US space agency (Nasa) has launched its shuttle Endeavour on a mission to the International Space Station (ISS). Avatar dethroned at US box office Romantic drama Dear John knocks sci-fi blockbuster Avatar off the top spot in the North American box office in its opening weekend. Video premiere for Haiti single The music video for Simon Cowell's Haiti charity single, featuring Leona Lewis and Cheryl Cole, has been released. Enceladus water story reinforced The Cassini probe returns yet more data to back up the idea of a sub-surface sea on Saturn's moon Enceladus. Genes reveal 'biological ageing' Scientists say they have pinpointed gene variants that might show how fast people's bodies are ageing. Exercise 'can cut gallstone risk' Doing lots of exercise drastically cuts the risk of developing painful gallstones, UK researchers have found. Migrants saved from Gulf of Aden Somali fishermen save some 126 migrants who were reportedly forced into the sea at gunpoint by traffickers. Africa malaria drugs 'low-grade' Many Africans with malaria are getting low-grade drugs, according to a study of Uganda, Senegal and Madagascar. Snow misery continues in US Fresh snow is forecast to hit the Mid-Atlantic US as some cities remain largely paralysed for a third day by blizzards. Costa Rica elects female leader Costa Ricans elect Laura Chinchilla as president, the first woman to occupy the post in the Central American nation. Australia tightens migrant rules Australia's immigration minister says policy will change to focus on skilled migrants, to support mining and health needs. Body found on US flight to Japan Japanese officials try to identify a body found in the landing gear compartment of a flight that arrived in Tokyo from New York. France and Russia in warship deal France is to sell Russia an advanced helicopter assault ship, and is considering a request for three others, officials say. UK police commander jailed for corruption Metropolitan Police Commander Ali Dizaei is sentenced to four years for misconduct and perverting the course of justice. Iran opposition leader 'jailed' An Iranian opposition leader is jailed for six years over unrest following June's disputed presidential election, reports say. Al-Qaeda offshoot calls for jihad Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula calls on Muslims in the region to wage holy war against the US and its allies. Asif barred from England matches Pakistan will be without key fast bowler Mohammad Asif for the two Twenty20 internationals against England later this month. Villages empty before Afghan push Hundreds of villagers leave a Taliban-controlled area of Afghanistan ahead of an expected Nato-led offensive. Cameron attacks Brown on expenses David Cameron accuses Gordon Brown of being in "headlong retreat" after Labour suspends the MPs facing expenses charges. UK soldier killed in Afghanistan A UK soldier from 36 Engineer Regiment has been killed by an explosion in Afghanistan, the Ministry of Defence says. Iraq cabinet debate 'not blocked' Cabinet ministers were not prevented from discussing the legality of invading Iraq, says Jack Straw. Speaker warns MPs over comments Speaker John Bercow warns MPs not to risk the chances of a fair trial for the three MPs facing charges over their expenses. Six appointed to parading group The office of the first and deputy first minister confirm who will be on a working group to examine the issue of parading. Life term for missing wife killer A wealthylandowner from Gloucestershire is ordered to serve at least 18 years in prison for murdering his wife. |
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