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- Public sector pay 'must be fair' - PA
- French: Sub hears signal from Yemenia black boxes - AP
- Iran set to release embassy worker - PA
- Post publisher apologizes for paid dinner plan - AP
- CofE bishop 'urges gays to repent' - PA
- UK spy chief's family details posted on Facebook - AP
- Jackson interview video made public - PA
- SKorea says NKorean missiles can hit key targets - AP
- 'More typical UK weather' on way - PA
- Palin takes to Web for hints of political future, 1st Ld-Writethru, US - AP
Minister scorns calls for inquiry after images of new MI6 boss Sir John Sawers shared online by his wife Promised release will leave one remaining detainee, who faces possible trial over post-election unrest Pair killed in separate explosions during 'deliberate operation' near Gereshk, central Helmand
Paul Hayward: With Murray out, Wimbledon must make do with a master seeking a grand slam record Graham Onions also included but no place for Steve Harmison in squad to face Australia in first Test
Anushka Asthana meets Akshay Kumar, whose new film features his idol Sylvester Stallone
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John Varley: If we in business don't help recovering drug users find jobs, we are storing up future problems
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- The curious incident of the straight-A student with Asperger's syndrome
- Charlie Brooker's screen burn: 4 July 2009
- Sarah Palin resigns as Alaska's governor, raising speculation on 2012 presidential run
- Sir Alex Ferguson finds value in Michael Owen the poacher | Kevin McCarra
- Craig McLean meets Harry Potter star Daniel Radcliffe
Your step-by-step guide to lighter, greener living
5 July 2009 | Last updated eight minutes ago |
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- Investigators probing fatal blaze - PA
- Obama says Iraq will see difficult days ahead - AP
- Calls for public sector pay freeze - PA
- North Korea fires missiles in 4th of July salvo - AP
- Exiled Honduran president vows return on Sunday - AP
- Carnival atmosphere for Pride march - PA
- LA police plan for huge crowd at Jackson memorial - AP
- Neverland closes until after LA Jackson memorial - AP
Head of spending watchdog accuses leaders of failing to be honest about need for cuts Another credibility blow to Silvio Berlusconi, who is under fire for picking quake-hit town to host talks Half a million fans apply for free tickets to attend service, as Los Angeles faces $530m budget deficit Tenants say they had complained 'for years' about the tower block in south London in which six died South Africa gripped by story of Aher Arop Bol, a young refugee who now sweets while he studies law
Shane Williams and Riki Flutey help British and Irish Lions to deserved 28-9 victory in Johannesburg
Serena Williams claimed her third Wimbledon title with victory over Venus in a frankly tedious affair
Beth Ditto tells Miranda Sawyer how a gay girl from rural Arkansas became a size 28 style icon
Lemon and chilli, strawberries and balsamic ... some foods are made to be with each other. By Nigel Slater
Carole Cadwalladr meets Rebecca Miller on the eve of her latest film, The Private Lives of Pippa Lee
Director Michael Mann finds a happy balance between realistic and romantic, says Philip French
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Kevin McKenna: Ten years ago, the Queen opened the new Scottish parliament and lent it the authority and dignity that only she can confer
Catherine Bennett: Our politicians would have to hit form to match poetry of a cheating US governor
Tom Robbins on an infamous Tour de France peak that has become a rite of passage for cyclists
Continuing our France special, Ian Belcher tries winemaking, trout tickling - and a spot of boar hunting
Paul Harris on a book that claims to expose the secrets of those who made billions from social networking
Leading eye experts develop technique to reverse effects of age-related macular degeneration
High-paying City banks forced to hold more capital to protect against losses
Firm intends to extend one of its two remaining rail franchises to 2014 despite giving up east coast service
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- Britain awaiting news of Iran staff - PA
- 2 US troops die in attack on base in Afghanistan - AP
- Daughter poisoning: mother charged - PA
- On Independence Day, Liberty's crown reopens - AP
- Streets at a halt for Pride march - PA
- Yemen says plane wreckage recovered off Comoros - AP
- Former minister Henderson to quit - PA
- Ireland seeks release of Darfur aid workers - AP
South Korea says neighbour fired seven ballistic missiles on US Independence Day Police say building in which six people, including a baby, died is being treated as crime scene Discrimination case by pregnant employee causes fresh embarrassment for boss Trevor Phillips
Michael Owen admits surprise at shock move to Man Utd but can't wait to prove wrong his doubters
Video (5min 16sec), How Peru's Indians are fighting to the death to protect their way of life
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Labour looks powerless in the face of events | John McDonnell
John McDonnellLions savage South Africa to regain pride and cap series for the ages
Robert KitsonZaha Hadid meets Bach and Anderszewski – and it works
Charlotte Higgins
Environmental issues, green news and shared discussion
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- Thatcher rebate deal 'was a defeat' - PA
- Palin resignation leaves questions on 2012 run - AP
- Miliband defends Iran embassy staff - PA
- SKorea says NKorea fires 6 missiles off east coast - AP
- Britons join queue for Jackson show - PA
- Iranian hardliner calls opposition leader US agent - AP
- N Korea 'conducts missile tests' - PA
- SKorea says North fires 5 missiles off east coast - AP
- Six die as fire rips through flats - PA
- Obama tells Russia's Putin the Cold War is history - AP
Latin American nation tops index ranking countries by ecological footprint and happiness of citizens
Bernie Ecclestone makes controversial remarks on dictatorships and suggests Max Mosley as good PM
(2min 59sec)Jess Cartner-Morley guides you through the latest trends
Lentils, aubergines, tomatoes and herbs - what's not to like, says Yotam Ottolenghi
How would Brüno advise Gordon Brown, style Obama and deal with the BNP? We find out
Which novels and plays - from Dickens to David Hare - have best captured current events?
Video (6min 55sec), Buzz Aldrin talks to Stephen Moss about the Apollo 11 mission 40 years ago
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Migrants in Calais need our help | Donna Covey
Donna CoveyHave England got a good 'thing' going?
Barney Ronay
Shahriar Mandanipour: We must learn from the bitter past, if we are to avoid repeating it in Iran
Polly Toynbee: False Tory outrage is crude sleight of hand to divert attention from the real wealth gap
Want to speak like a native but don't fancy an entire trip spent in a classroom? Here's the holiday for you
Germany's former cold war border today forms a nature reserve as fascinating as the country's history
Ben Goldacre: Printing speculative research about rape isn't just ridiculous, it's irresponsible
State aid necessary to cover revenue shortfalls from recession and stop rail franchises defaulting
A collection of over 60 blogs from some of the most original and insightful science writers in the world
4 July 2009
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- Three children dead in flats blaze - PA
- Guests for the Sunday TV news shows - AP
- Embassy staff in Iran 'to be tried' - PA
- Palin resigns as governor, leaves plans secret - AP
- Brits barred from Jackson memorial - PA
- Events in Palin's political career - AP
- Boyfriend jailed for car fire death - PA
- Powerful sedative found in Michael Jackson's home - AP
- Jilted partner strangled high-flyer - PA
- LA police plan for huge crowd at Jackson memorial - AP
British embassy employee to stand trial in Tehran for 'acting against national security' Two children and three-month-old baby among victims as 100 firefighters tackle blaze in Camberwell Former Republican running mate to leave office, raising speculation over 2012 White House bid UN sounds warning after 30m hectares bought up as China and Gulf states try to meet demand for food
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Roger Federer takes another step towards record 15th grand slam title, beating Tommy Haas in straight sets England striker Michael Owen has passed a medical and completed his shock move to Old Trafford Police scramble to plan for anticipated overspill of fans outside memorial at 20,000-capacity Staples Centre
Club believe Chelsea captain could be tempted by offer that would almost double his current salary
Investors attack changes to share option scheme and support union demands for better factory conditions
New director of international property seen as potential successor to Sir Stuart Rose
Tim Hayward is searching for challenging culinary experiences, so he tackles the African land snail
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Is there pensions apartheid? Well, if you're a nurse there is | Polly Toynbee
Polly ToynbeeWhy Cristiano Ronaldo gave a photographer his just desserts|Simon Burnton
Simon BurntonI'm sick of lousy art exhibitions at our national galleries | Jonathan Jones
Jonathan JonesSpectator looks in the mirror for political scandals run-down | Media Monkey
Media MonkeyThe Bristol TV that's also a PC
Jack Schofield
Stanislav Belkovsky: Obama should know this is not a mighty superpower, but a weak federation
Ben Stewart: Drax protesters' fate was sealed when the judge banned consideration of climate change
Jeremy Kay: Ahead of the Half-Blood Prince's release, who could end up the winners and, er, winners?
Leading figures from dance and beyond pay tribute to choreographer Pina Bausch, who died this week
Gallery (10 pictures): Headwear is the season's hottest accessory. Emma Sibbles offers up five key looks
Scheme to invest in renewable energy among 20 ideas to be discussed at climate conference in Manchester
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- David Carradine's death 'not suicide' says American pathologist
- Burma leader rejects UN chief's plea to visit Aung San Suu Kyi
- Scotland Yard 'investigating Tory peer over expenses'
- Feature length Michael Jackson film mooted as means to help clear debts
- BBC kills off Robin Hood as viewing figures fall
- Warnings over ticket scams as Murray mania grows
- Pathologist in Ian Tomlinson death case suspended from Home Office register
- Freedom of information regulator accused of excessive delays
- Scientists solve mystery of Scotland's shrinking sheep
- Jack Straw refuses to pardon jailed Liverpool fan Michael Shields
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Tehran claims staff members held in aftermath of protests helped instigate demonstrations 22 climate campaigners who stopped coal train bound for Drax power station found guilty of obstruction Ex-officers defend use of Vikings as MoD investigates bombing that killed senior commander and soldier US president signals tough stance by speaking with prominent opposition newspaper Novaya GazetaLast updated six minutes ago
Fourth death in UK as chief medic says Britain has enough Tamiflu and online pills may be counterfeit
Minute-by-minute report: Follow the action as Tommy Haas tries to keep Roger Federer out of the final Debbie Rowe given time to decide whether she wants to care for two children she had with pop star Former Liverpool and Newcastle striker close to joining Manchester United on free transfer
Interactive: Use our interactive map to find your ideal place to stay - as reviewed by our expert Sally Shalam
STA Travel is releasing a limited number of flights to Australia for a tenner
Supermarket criticised over treatment of agency workers in UK meat factories outside Glasgow AGM
Many of the 4.6m fixed-rate deals on gas and electricity are about to expire and bills could go up £100
Interactive: The different tactics to look out for, plus Will Fotheringham analysis of the route
(3min 02sec)Xan Brooks assesses Michael Mann's John Dillinger biopic, starring Johnny Depp
(2min 19sec) Armstrong and Aldrin walk the Earth in their cumbersome spacesuits
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Schlockbusters take years to make and cost millions, so why are they so dire? Hollywood insiders explain
The Dead Weather, Jack White's latest outlet, is wild, loose and defiantly vintage
Behind-the-scenes film about US Vogue offers a compelling portrait of all-powerful editor Anna Wintour
Jane Bussmann tells why she swapped the celebrity interview circuit for a war zone
Encouraging people to be better humans
3 July 2009 |
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- Osborne faces expenses sleaze probe - PA
- US envoy returns to post in Venezuela - AP
- Crew killed as RAF Tornado crashes - PA
- Navy investigates gay sailor's death in Calif. - AP
- Dementia risk higher for singletons - PA
- Companies recall products linked to milk processor - AP
- Scrap Trident, urges union leader - PA
- Prosecutors: Flirty juror no reason for new trial - AP
- Mandelson urged to save van jobs - PA
- SoCal-to-Vegas route wins federal designation - AP
Claim of mass miscarriage of justice due to flawed evidence in paedophile investigation British commander, first to have died in active service since Falklands, one of two soldiers killed Huge assault to take and hold river valley in bid to increase security for locals ahead of elections President chides Russian prime minister Putin for 'cold war' approaches to relations with the US French investigators studying wreckage of Airbus Flight AF447 believe jet did not disintegrate in air
Serena Williams will play her sister Venus in the Wimbledon final after epic win over Elena Dementieva
Devastating spell of 5-21 by Brett Lee turns innings and saved face for Australia against England Lions
Can a show put on by two gay men really reflect what it's like to be a woman? Maddy Costa finds out
Jane Bussmann on why she swapped the celebrity interview circuit for a war zone. By Patrick Barkham
The Dead Weather, Jack White's latest outlet, is wild, loose and defiantly vintage. By Will Hodgkinson
Schlockbusters take years to make, and cost millions - so why are they so dire? By Ravi Somaiya
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In praise of ... Ezra Nawi | Editorial
EditorialAndy Murray has the stature to ignore harsh lessons of history and make final leap | Paul Hayward
Paul HaywardReaders recommend: Songs featuring dialogue
Paul MacInnesRoy Greenslade: Washington Post cancels daft cash-for-access proposal
Pub Quiz @ Develop: Have I Got Games News For You II
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Peter Tatchell: Brown should not be boasting about his gay-friendly credentials when he supports the ban on same-sex marriage
Leading rail industry lawyer says government has strong case for terminating two other franchises
467,000 Americans lost jobs in June, far worse than analysts expected, as recession grips US economy
Milder winters caused by global warming to blame for decrease in size of St Kilda sheep, experts say
A collection of over 60 blogs from some of the most original and insightful science writers in the world
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- Iran still holding two UK embassy staff
- Blast near Pakistan capital kills at least five and leaves 20 injured
- Doctors call for alcohol ads to be banned
- UK military costs in Afghanistan rise towards £3.5bn
- Graduate unemployment figures set to rise by 22,000
- Start making budget cuts, Cameron tells government
- Mandelson condemns planned postal strike
- Police dogs left in car die in heatwave
- Cherie Booth backs call for radical prison overhaul
- Burning coal means pollution and death, Drax hijack defendant tells court
Health secretary tells Commons containment strategy now gives way to 'treatment phase' Flight 447 went down so quickly that passengers had no time to react, says French head investigator Soldier goes missing as US marines and Afghan forces launch new offensive against Taliban insurgents Parliamentary commissioner for standards confirms he is looking into allowances of shadow chancellor Justice secretary declines appeal by Michael Shields, jailed in Bulgaria for attempted murder of barman
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Cash-strapped Washington Post sells tickets to dinners hosted at home of publisher Katharine Weymouth Torrential storms hit north-east England and south Wales and south-west put on alert
Hot tea? Chillies? What are you eating and drinking to keep cool during Britain's heatwave?
Gallery (10 pictures): Mess about by the river with panama hats, picnics in the sun, and a bit of rowing
American came from behind to set up final with her sister in enthralling semi against Elena Dementieva
South African banned after clash with the Lions' Luke Fitzgerald insists his rugby is hard but fair
A YouTube-based tribute to the comic actor best known for her role in Are You Being Served?
US judge grants injunction against Fredrik Colting's book depicting J D Salinger's hero at 76
(16min 05sec) The Public Enemies director, Michael Mann, tells what drew him to the Dillinger story
(2min 34sec) Bard of Barking performs new protest song in Guardian's Glastonbury campervan
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Crunch time for expanding prisons | David Wilson
David WilsonKen Bates loses high court libel case | David Conn
The week in geek: Can Steven Spielberg make Oldboy family friendly? | Ben Child
Ben ChildRoy Greenslade: Washington Post offers cash-for-access at $25,000 a go
Roy GreensladeCurrent gen console user-base hits 24m in UK
Keith Stuart
Jury in case of climate campaigners who hijacked coal train retires after hearing final statements
As the Leeds Loves Food festival kicks off today, Tony Naylor picks the city's 10 best value eateries
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- Youths binge-drink 20 units a week - PA
- 1 dead, 4 hurt in SoCal dental office shooting - AP
- First report into Air France crash - PA
- 1 dead, 4 hurt in SoCal dental office shooting - AP
- Crackdown on anti-social behaviour - PA
- China opposed to tariff plan in US climate bill - AP
- Doubt over future transport schemes - PA
- Teen clung to Comoros plane wreckage for 13 hours - AP
- Biggs family promises to fight on - PA
- Which Al Franken will show up in Washington? - AP
Leak reveals transport funding crisis as East Coast mainline nationalised The first major operation under President Barack Obama's strategy to stabilise Afghanistan has begun Iran opposition leader calls for release of 'children of revolution' and urges protests to continue
'We understood that our world had changed and that we could pinpoint this change to almost the second' Andy Murray says huge attention he's receiving will not impede him in his quest to win Wimbledon
The US sisters are likely to be too strong for Dinara Safina and Elena Dementieva in the semi-finals
Yorkshire-born actor was best known for playing Mrs Slocombe in BBC sitcom Are You Being Served?
120 lorries needed to move rock group's circular stage but $100m seen as money well spent
Firm announces it will cut capacity as rival BA asks Acas to mediate in pay and jobs dispute with unions
Bankers 'resorted to the roulette wheel' to keep up with each other, says Bank of England official
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Another death, another IPCC failure | Carolynn Gallwey
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Michael White's political briefing: Trust is easy to lose, impossible to regain
Michael WhiteCarlos Tevez's summer whine whiffs of self-regard and sour grapes | Lawrence Donegan
Breakfast briefing: O2 ready to announce Palm Pre date?
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Geoffrey Wheatcroft: Regieoper makes opera directors superior to Mozart. So where next?
Madeleine Bunting: If Berlusconi sets the tone at the G8, it will be a disaster for a Labour goal
The Open Library hopes to unite the net and the printed word by creating a web page for every book
Activists accused of hijacking a power station coal train mount vigorous political defence of their actions
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- Train robber Biggs refused parole - PA
- Judge strikes down Conn. interior designer law - AP
- Mother begs Moors Murderer for info - PA
- Meltdown 101: Shuttered stores' sites still sell - AP
- Iran releases more UK embassy staff - PA
- Jackson's will cuts out ex-wife Debbie Rowe - AP
- Comedy star Mollie Sugden has died - PA
- Pentagon: Military cooperation on hold after coup - AP
- Jackson leaves everything to family - PA
- Schwarzenegger declares Calif. fiscal emergency - AP
Business secretary blames 'market conditions' for failure to press ahead with partial sale Government suffers shock defeat, by just three votes, over bill to clean up parliament CCTV shows police aggression against man who died of heart failure in police station Jack Straw refuses to grant 79-year-old train robber parole within days of his 80th birthday Tehran frees three more but still detains one embassy employee for 'significant role' in unrest
Gallery (10 pictures): We give you the full lowdown on Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
Astronauts, Desmond Tutu and a Jacko tribute – U2 must be back on the road, writes Giles Tremlett
Lyon striker Karim Benzema has joined Real Madrid for a minimum of £30m, which could rise to £35m
Roger Federer deals with Croat's powerful services to secure 6-3, 7-5, 7-6 victory and reach semis
Oil giant continues to fund lobby groups that question reality of global warming in breach of public pledge
Simple fertility 'fingerprint' test could tell women how likely they are to get pregnant
Letter from Africa: David Smith on how the World Cup could help break down racial barriers
Successes in education and health, but big challenges remain, says Madeleine Bunting
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Geoff Dyer prefers to forget three episodes in his life and should have been in jail. Did he get lucky?
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