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Europe worries dent stock markets
Asian and European stock markets fall sharply as investors worry over the growing level of financial turmoil in Europe.
Suicide blast hits Sri Lanka town
A suicide blast in a Sri Lankan town kills a former general and at least 26 other people, the defence ministry says.
Nobel prize for viral discoveries
The discovery of HIV and work linking a virus to cervical cancer jointly win the Nobel Prize for Medicine.
Deadly earthquake hits Kyrgyzstan
An earthquake kills at least 65 people in Kyrgyzstan, near its mountainous border with China, officials say.
Menezes officers 'not at fault'
The police did nothing wrong in the run-up to the shooting of Jean Charles de Menezes, a policewoman tells the inquest into his death.
Companies 'need green directors'
Businesses must change their attitude to green issues, the World Conservation Congress is told as it opens.
India 'not a threat to Pakistan'
Pakistan's President Zardari says India has never been a threat to Pakistan, and describes militants in Kashmir as terrorists.
EU opens 'job centre' in Africa
The EU opens a "job centre" in Mali, hoping fewer young Africans will risk their lives to go to Europe.
Starbucks denies it wastes water
US coffee-shop chain Starbucks defends itself against claims of a serious waste of water by leaving taps running in its stores all day.
Goat 'condoms' to curb Kenyan herd numbers amid drought
Drought forces Kenyan herdsmen to turn to traditional contraception to control goat population, the BBC's Ruth Nesoba reports.
Poland fail to meet Fifa deadline
Poland risk suspension from all competitions and losing the right to co-host Euro 2012 after missing a Fifa deadline to reinstate their FA.
Liverpool rocked by Skrtel injury
Martin Skrtel may face a lengthy spell on the sidelines after injuring knee ligaments in Liverpool's 3-2 win at Manchester City.
Mauritania coup protest broken up
Police break up a protest in favour of Mauritania's ousted president, ahead of an AU deadline for his release.
Obama digs up past McCain scandal
US Democratic presidential nominee Barack Obama attacks rival John McCain over his links with a 1980s financial scandal.
N Korea 'buying weapons not food'
A S Korean lawmaker alleges that the North has spent tens of millions of dollars on weapons, despite food shortages.
Iceland's bank shares suspended
Trading in Iceland's six biggest financial shares is suspended, says the country's stock exchange.
Livni concerned for peace talks
Time is running out for a peace deal between Israel and the Palestinians, Israel's PM designate Tzipi Livni has warned.
Fury over Zardari Kashmir comment
Kashmiris react with anger after Pakistani President Asif Zardari is quoted as describing militants fighting India as "terrorists".
Bank uncertainty hits UK shares
UK shares fall sharply, with the FTSE 100 down 5% as investor concern grows for the health of European banks.
No extra safety for German savers
The German government will not pass any new legislation to provide extra protection for savers, the BBC learns.
Single jab cancer therapy backed
A major study has proved a single dose of chemotherapy is the best way to cure testicular cancer in many patients.
Big cat kill caught on BBC webcam
BBC webcams in Kenya's Masai Mara Reserve catch some remarkable pictures of lions in action.
Chihuahua is box office top dog
Canine film Beverly Hills Chihuahua is best in show in the North American box office, according to early estimates.
Europeans sought over hack attack
The FBI is seeking a British man and his German accomplice over attacks on web shops selling satellite TV equipment.
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Europe worries dent stock markets
Asian and European stock markets fall sharply as investors worry over the growing level of financial turmoil in Europe.
Suicide blast hits Sri Lanka town
A suicide blast in a Sri Lankan town kills a former general and at least 26 other people, the defence ministry says.
Nobel prize for viral discoveries
The discovery of HIV and work linking a virus to cervical cancer jointly win the Nobel Prize for Medicine.
Deadly earthquake hits Kyrgyzstan
An earthquake kills at least 65 people in Kyrgyzstan, near its mountainous border with China, officials say.
Menezes officers 'not at fault'
The police did nothing wrong in the run-up to the shooting of Jean Charles de Menezes, a policewoman tells the inquest into his death.
Companies 'need green directors'
Businesses must change their attitude to green issues, the World Conservation Congress is told as it opens.
India 'not a threat to Pakistan'
Pakistan's President Zardari says India has never been a threat to Pakistan, and describes militants in Kashmir as terrorists.
EU opens 'job centre' in Africa
The EU opens a "job centre" in Mali, hoping fewer young Africans will risk their lives to go to Europe.
Starbucks denies it wastes water
US coffee-shop chain Starbucks defends itself against claims of a serious waste of water by leaving taps running in its stores all day.
Goat 'condoms' to curb Kenyan herd numbers amid drought
Drought forces Kenyan herdsmen to turn to traditional contraception to control goat population, the BBC's Ruth Nesoba reports.
Poland fail to meet Fifa deadline
Poland risk suspension from all competitions and losing the right to co-host Euro 2012 after missing a Fifa deadline to reinstate their FA.
Liverpool rocked by Skrtel injury
Martin Skrtel may face a lengthy spell on the sidelines after injuring knee ligaments in Liverpool's 3-2 win at Manchester City.
Mauritania coup protest broken up
Police break up a protest in favour of Mauritania's ousted president, ahead of an AU deadline for his release.
Obama digs up past McCain scandal
US Democratic presidential nominee Barack Obama attacks rival John McCain over his links with a 1980s financial scandal.
N Korea 'buying weapons not food'
A S Korean lawmaker alleges that the North has spent tens of millions of dollars on weapons, despite food shortages.
Iceland's bank shares suspended
Trading in Iceland's six biggest financial shares is suspended, says the country's stock exchange.
Livni concerned for peace talks
Time is running out for a peace deal between Israel and the Palestinians, Israel's PM designate Tzipi Livni has warned.
Fury over Zardari Kashmir comment
Kashmiris react with anger after Pakistani President Asif Zardari is quoted as describing militants fighting India as "terrorists".
Bank uncertainty hits UK shares
UK shares fall sharply, with the FTSE 100 down 5% as investor concern grows for the health of European banks.
No extra safety for German savers
The German government will not pass any new legislation to provide extra protection for savers, the BBC learns.
Single jab cancer therapy backed
A major study has proved a single dose of chemotherapy is the best way to cure testicular cancer in many patients.
Big cat kill caught on BBC webcam
BBC webcams in Kenya's Masai Mara Reserve catch some remarkable pictures of lions in action.
Chihuahua is box office top dog
Canine film Beverly Hills Chihuahua is best in show in the North American box office, according to early estimates.
Europeans sought over hack attack
The FBI is seeking a British man and his German accomplice over attacks on web shops selling satellite TV equipment.
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