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Censored February 6, 2009 at 8:09 pm Reprints of Nazi-era press stir German controversy US senators 'agree' economy bill February 6, 2009 at 7:59 pm US Senate Democrats say they have agreed a economic stimulus package than President Obama wanted. Boeing in $3bn air force contract February 6, 2009 at 7:38 pm Boeing receives a US Air Force contract for 15 C-17 military cargo aircraft, worth nearly $3bn (£2bn). Scans 'no aid for back pain care' February 6, 2009 at 7:01 pm The routine use of scans in patients with lower back pain does not improve outcomes according to US scientists. West Indies edge ahead of England February 6, 2009 at 5:36 pm West Indies close day three of the first Test against England in Jamaica with a lead of 34 at 352-7. Jobs battle February 6, 2009 at 4:53 pm Unemployment in one of the US's worst hit states Actor Bale speaks out over rant February 6, 2009 at 1:42 pm Film star Christian Bale phones a Los Angeles radio station to apologise for a tirade on the set of the new Terminator movie. Climate history 'helps conserve' February 6, 2009 at 1:21 pm Understanding a region's climatic history can help conservationists find new species, a study suggests. UN halts Gaza aid over 'thefts' February 6, 2009 at 1:10 pm A UN relief agency suspends relief imports into Gaza after 10 trucks of food are seized, in what Hamas says is a "mistake". Italian right-to-die move blocked February 6, 2009 at 1:04 pm The Italian cabinet orders doctors to continue feeding a comatose woman, despite a court order allowing the nutrition to stop. Obama denounces stimulus hold-up February 6, 2009 at 12:43 pm US President Barack Obama says the Senate's delay in passing his economic stimulus bill is "inexcusable and irresponsible". Job cuts ground Flight Simulator February 6, 2009 at 12:24 pm The future of Microsoft's long running Flight Sim series has been cast into doubt, after the software firm laid-off the entire development team. Zimbabwe judge frees MDC's Biti February 6, 2009 at 12:17 pm A judge drops a treason case against Tendai Biti, a key figure in Zimbabwe's MDC opposition. US unemployment rate reaches 7.6% February 6, 2009 at 11:51 am The US economy lost 598,000 non-farm jobs during January, figures show, as unemployment hits a 16-year-high. Test spots prions on equipment February 6, 2009 at 11:46 am Scientists have perfected a highly sensitive test to detect vCJD-causing proteins on surgical instruments. Did Russia's strongman meet his Waterloo at a private party? February 6, 2009 at 11:20 am An Abba tribute band says it performed a private concert for Russian PM Vladimir Putin - a claim denied by his spokesman. Red Cross 'incites S Lanka panic' February 6, 2009 at 11:00 am Sri Lanka's government accuses the Red Cross of inciting panic over the military operation against Tamil Tiger rebels. Joy and concern February 6, 2009 at 10:32 am Mixed emotions at Pakistani nuclear scientist's release Top Gear presenter sorry for PM remark February 6, 2009 at 10:09 am Top Gear presenter Jeremy Clarkson says he is sorry for calling Gordon Brown a "one-eyed Scottish idiot". Goa glamour February 6, 2009 at 9:37 am Glitz and business mix at the IPL cricket auction Live text - West Indies v England February 6, 2009 at 9:32 am England seek further wickets after lunch following Stuart Broad's two wickets in three balls before the interval on day three of the first Test. 'Pants politics' February 6, 2009 at 9:08 am Israel's political system 'threatens its existence' Researcher bereft after rare lizard dung hoard thrown away February 6, 2009 at 8:55 am A university has apologised to a student for throwing out his treasured collection of rare lizard droppings. Day in pictures February 6, 2009 at 8:32 am The most striking images from around the world Another way? February 6, 2009 at 8:30 am Radical views on how to overcome the economic crisis Cholera diary February 6, 2009 at 8:24 am Clean water vital - but Zimbabweans don't like the taste Miley Cyrus denies racist pose February 6, 2009 at 7:13 am Teenage star Miley Cyrus defends a photo which shows her making a slant-eyed gesture, saying they were taken "out of context". Australian pilot lands his plane in harbour February 6, 2009 at 7:12 am The pilot of a light aircraft is forced to land in Darwin harbour after engine trouble in northern Australia. German industrial output plunges February 6, 2009 at 7:05 am German industrial output sees a record fall in December, after a sharp contraction in manufacturing activity. Sarkozy defends plans for economy February 6, 2009 at 6:53 am French President Nicolas Sarkozy defends his plans to revive the economy, saying state aid for banks has cost nothing.