UK soldier killed in Afghanistan
A soldier from 1st Battalion the Yorkshire Regiment has been killed in Afghanistan, the Ministry of Defence announces, adding that his family are aware. Related Blogs
Three held over Boxing Day murder
Three youths are arrested over the stabbing death of teenager Seydou Diarrassouba on London’s Oxford Street during the Boxing Day sales. Related Blogs
Babysitter stab accused in court
An 18-year-old man is remanded in custody charged with the murder of a teenage babysitter in Hertfordshire. Related Blogs
Bird flu virus kills Chinese man
A man who had been diagnosed with China’s first case of bird flu in more than a year dies in the southern city of Shenzhen, health officials say. Related Blogs
Calls for drink danger education
Young people should be given advice on the dangers of alcohol when they access sexual health services, a group of health experts recommends. Related Blogs
Police trial lie detector testing
A British police force begins using lie detector tests on suspected sex offenders in a trial which could be widened. Related Blogs
Nigeria attacks prompt emergency
Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan declares a state of emergency in areas targeted by Islamist militants, who killed dozens on Christmas Day. Related Blogs
UK to review breast implant data
A review of the data used to assess the risks posed by faulty breast implants is to be carried out by the government, Health Secretary Andrew Lansley says. Related Blogs
Revellers mark turn of the year
Revellers around the world celebrate the end of 2011 and herald in 2012 with fireworks and parties on New Year’s Eve. Related Blogs
Weekly addresses look ahead to 2012
– In their weekly addresses Saturday, President Barack Obama and Georgia Republican Sen. Johnny Isakson looked back on the landmark legislative battles of 2011 while reminding listeners of the issues on the table in 2012 Obama said that upcoming decisions by Congress and the White House would come to define the direction of the country [...]
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