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US to Increase Army by 22,000 July 20, 2009
Defense Secretary Robert Gates announced Monday that he plans to increase the size of the U.S. Army by up to 22,000 troops.
Jaguar Cuts 300 Jobs July 16, 2009
Jaguar Land Rover is cutting another 300 jobs at its Halewood factory and will stop producing the smaller "X-Type" cars at the end of the year.
Sudanese Women Flogged for Wearing Trousers July 13, 2009
Several Sudanese women have been flogged as a punishment for dressing "indecently", according to a local journalist who was arrested with them.
England Forces Ashes Draw July 12, 2009
Paul Collingwood's determined effort proved just enough today as England secured a nailbiting Ashes Test draw in Cardiff.
Honduras Lifts Curfew July 12, 2009
Honduran authorities on Sunday lifted a curfew imposed since the ousting of President Manuel Zelaya two weeks ago — a sign the interim government is trying to restore normality to life in the crisis-gripped country.
Webber Claims First F1 Victory July 12, 2009
Mark Webber recovered from a disastrous start to claim his first victory in Formula One, winning the German Grand Prix on Sunday in a second successive 1-2 for his Red Bull team.
If You’re Going to Legalise Online Gambling & ... July 12, 2009
Then you should really have a place that either regulates it or provides good accurate information about it. Maybe even a rating system so you can really get the best value for your money.
To be more specific, I'm talking about online casinos, and the need to list them in order of popularity, ranking, ratings, and success, in an online ...
Cheney Told CIA to Hide Project from Congress July 12, 2009
The Central Intelligence Agency withheld information about a secret counterterrorism program from Congress for eight years on direct orders from former Vice President Dick Cheney, the agency’s director, Leon E. Panetta, has told the Senate and House intelligence committees, two people with direct knowledge of the matter said Saturday.
Iran General: Troops ‘Willing to Die’ July 12, 2009
A top Iranian general said government troops are "ready to sacrifice our lives" rather than back down in the face of protests over June's disputed presidential election.
China Closes Mosques in Urumqi July 10, 2009
Five major mosques near the center of violence last weekend in Urumqi, the capital of China's far-west Xinjiang region, were closed Friday morning, state-run media reported.
Thousands of Tamils Dying in Refugee Camps July 10, 2009
About 1,400 people are dying every week at the giant Manik Farm internment camp set up in Sri Lanka to detain Tamil refugees from the nation’s bloody civil war, senior international aid sources have told The Times.
Ebola Found in Pigs July 9, 2009
A form of ebola virus has been detected in pigs for the first time, raising concerns it could mutate and threaten humans, scientists report.
Robin van Persie Signs Long-Term Arsenal Deal July 8, 2009
Robin van Persie has agreed a new long-term deal with Arsenal, the club has confirmed. The 25-year-old Dutchman was the Gunners' leading scorer last season with 20 goals from 44 appearances.
Murdoch Papers Paid £1 Million to Hacking Victims July 8, 2009
Rupert Murdoch's News Group Newspapers has paid out more than £1m to settle legal cases that threatened to reveal evidence of his journalists' repeated involvement in the use of criminal methods to get stories.
Pakistan Admits Creating Terrorist Groups July 8, 2009
Asif Zardari told a meeting of former senior civil servants in Islamabad, it was time to be honest about their deployment.
N. Korea Suspected of Cyber-Attack on S. Korea July 8, 2009
North Korea is suspected of launching a cyber attack that paralysed the websites of South Korean and United States government agencies, banks and businesses, the first such large-scale attack attempted by the isolated communist state.
UK Banks to Face Tougher Regulations July 8, 2009
UK banks will face tougher regulation and consumers will get more protection, under reforms to the financial system proposed by the chancellor.
N. Korea Test-Fires More Missiles July 4, 2009
North Korea fired three missiles off its eastern coast Saturday, South Korea said, in what was likely to be seen as a message of defiance to the United States on its Independence Day holiday.
Michael Owen Moves to Man. Utd. July 3, 2009
Michael Owen has sealed his shock move to Manchester United.
Iran Cleric Hints UK Embassy Staff to be Tried July 3, 2009
A top Iranian cleric said Friday that some of the detained Iranian staffers of the British Embassy in Tehran will be put on trial, and he accused Britain of a role in instigating widespread protests that erupted over the country's disputed presidential election.
Roddick Bests Murray at Wimbledon Semi-Final July 3, 2009
Britain's long wait for a men's finalist at Wimbledon goes on after Andy Murray lost a nail-biting semi-final against Andy Roddick.
UK School Placement Fraud Case Dropped July 3, 2009
A London council has dropped a test prosecution against a mother accused of lying about her address to secure a place for her son at a primary school, it emerged today.
Bomb Explodes Outside Greek Tax Office July 3, 2009
A powerful bomb exploded outside an Athens tax office early today causing considerable damage but no injury, Greek police said.
Syria Offers Invitation to Obama July 3, 2009
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has issued an informal invitation to President Barack Obama to visit Damascus for talks, in a sign that relations between the two countries may gradually be thawing.
Rogue Trader Responsible for Oil Price Spikes July 3, 2009
PVM Oil Associates, the world's biggest over-the-counter oil brokerage, says it lost nearly $10 million this week because of unauthorized trades that caused a temporary spike in Brent crude markets.
UK Expects 100,000 Swine Flu Cases a Day in August July 2, 2009
The rising numbers of swine flu cases mean trying to contain the virus is no longer an option, the government says.
Virgin Atlantic Cutting 600 Jobs July 2, 2009
Virgin Atlantic has announced plans to axe almost a tenth of its services this winter with the loss of up to 600 jobs as the recession continues to bite into the airline industry.
N. Korea Test-Fires Two Short-Range Missiles July 2, 2009
North Korea test fired what appeared to be two short-range missiles off its east coast on Thursday, South Korea's Yonhap news agency reported.
Oscar Winner Karl Malden Dies Aged 97 July 1, 2009
Malden starred in TV's 'The Streets of San Francisco' and made famous the American Express catchphrase 'Don't leave home without it.' He appeared in more than 50 films over his long career.
Hong Kong Democracy March July 1, 2009
Thousands of people joined a pro-democracy march here on Wednesday, although the turnout fell short of a candlelight vigil held nearly four weeks ago to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square crackdown in Beijing.
Jackson Will Names Diana Ross as Guardian July 1, 2009
Michael Jackson named the singer Diana Ross, as the guardian of his children should his mother not be able to care for them.
Great Train Robber, Ronnie Biggs, Refused Parole July 1, 2009
Mr Straw said the Great Train Robber was "wholly unrepentant" about his actions and had "outrageously courted the media" while on the run from prison.
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