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Madagascar defence minister quits February 9, 2009 at 6:50 am Madagascar's defence minister resigns after police shot dead at least 28 opposition protesters at the weekend. Australia counts deadly fire toll February 9, 2009 at 6:43 am Arsonists who started some of the bushfires in Australia that have killed 135 people are guilty of mass murder, the prime minister says. Seminary sacks 'Holocaust bishop' February 9, 2009 at 6:38 am An ultra-traditionalist British bishop who has denied the Holocaust is relieved of his post at an Argentine seminary. Dance show for Apple co-founder February 9, 2009 at 6:38 am Steve Wozniak has been confirmed as a contestant on the US dance competition Dancing with the Stars. Onions, ironing boards and other reasons why we love chips February 9, 2009 at 6:13 am The aroma of fish and chips is made up of butterscotch, onion and ironing boards, scientists in Leeds have concluded. Nissan to cut 20,000 global jobs February 9, 2009 at 6:08 am Nissan is to cut 20,000 jobs worldwide as the Japanese carmaker says the global auto industry is in "turmoil". Afghan people 'losing confidence' February 9, 2009 at 6:00 am Afghans are increasingly pessimistic about the future with support for the government and Nato falling, a BBC/ABC poll finds. Italy Senate debates woman's fate February 9, 2009 at 5:58 am Italy's Senate is to discuss a decree to stop the withdrawal of life support from a comatose woman, amid a growing row. Israel enters final campaign day February 9, 2009 at 4:52 am Politicians in Israel are making their final campaign appeals to voters a day before the general election on Tuesday. Sri Lanka bomber 'kills dozens' February 9, 2009 at 4:45 am A female Tamil Tiger rebel blows herself up in north-east Sri Lanka, killing 28 people and injuring dozens, the military says. Enchanted Isles February 9, 2009 at 4:44 am Retracing Darwin's footsteps in the Galapagos Islands Venezuela synagogue suspects held February 9, 2009 at 4:33 am Seven police officers are among a group accused of ransacking a synagogue in the Venezuelan capital, Caracas. Barclays makes profit of £6.1bn February 9, 2009 at 4:30 am Barclays Bank reports profits before tax of £6.08bn for 2008, down 14% on the figures for 2007. US warns North Korea over missile February 9, 2009 at 4:25 am The head of US forces in South Korea says he has not ruled out a military response if the North test-fires a missile. Singer Brown quizzed over assault February 9, 2009 at 4:17 am R&B star Chris Brown is questioned over an assault claim after he and his girlfriend Rihanna pulled out of the Grammys. Portsmouth confirm Adams sacking February 9, 2009 at 4:05 am Tony Adams is sacked as manager of Premier League strugglers Portsmouth. Police injured in Pakistan attack February 9, 2009 at 1:54 am A suicide bomber drives a car loaded with explosives into a police check post in north-western Pakistan, injuring at least 15 officers. Obama to urge speed on stimulus February 9, 2009 at 1:51 am President Barack Obama is set to renew calls on Congress to speed up the passage of his economic stimulus plan. UK set for more winter disruption February 9, 2009 at 1:18 am Britain is braced for further disruption as a winter storm bringing snow and heavy rain is set to arrive. Marijuana testicular cancer link February 9, 2009 at 12:15 am Frequent or long-term marijuana use may raise a man's risk of testicular cancer, American research suggests. Oscar modesty February 8, 2009 at 9:45 pm This year's Bafta winners wary of awards hype Pregnancy risks for obese women February 8, 2009 at 9:36 pm Obese women in their first pregnancy have a high risk of delivering a low birthweight baby, according to British scientists. Silver sensation February 8, 2009 at 8:17 pm A billion-euro colossus ready to go into orbit 'Jilted bride' February 8, 2009 at 7:40 pm 'Abandoned' Afghan wife takes her fight to India Slumdog sweeps to Bafta success February 8, 2009 at 5:18 pm British film Slumdog Millionaire, set in Mumbai, wins seven prizes at the British Academy Film Awards in London. Storm due to bring snow and rain February 8, 2009 at 5:01 pm A winter storm is due to bring more snow and heavy rain to parts of Britain on Monday, forecasters say. Bowen diary February 8, 2009 at 4:53 pm Israel seems to be immune to election fever Ferguson calm after vital victory February 8, 2009 at 3:23 pm Sir Alex Ferguson refuses to get carried away about Manchester United's title hopes after victory at West Ham took them back to the top of the table. Allen stays top of UK music chart February 8, 2009 at 2:07 pm Singer Lily Allen remains number one in the UK singles chart for a second week. Madagascar protests 'to continue' February 8, 2009 at 1:54 pm A key opposition leader in Madagascar calls for more protests against the president, a day after security forces killed 28 of his supporters. Giggs stunner earns Man Utd victory February 8, 2009 at 12:54 pm Man Utd return to the top of the Premier League as a sublime Ryan Giggs strike sees them win 1-0 at West Ham. Obama aide urges stimulus haste February 8, 2009 at 11:57 am A top US presidential advisor calls for lawmakers to quickly draw up a final version of the financial stimulus package. Wales cruise to win over Scotland February 8, 2009 at 11:48 am Wales start the defence of their RBS Six Nations crown with a comfortable win over Scotland at Murrayfield. Iran's Khatami to run for office February 8, 2009 at 11:13 am Moderate Iranian ex-President Mohammad Khatami is to run against incumbent Mahmoud Ahmadinejad in June's election. Grim lesson February 8, 2009 at 11:05 am Zimbabwe crisis shows importance of clean water Brazil river plane crash kills 24 February 8, 2009 at 10:42 am Twenty-four people have died after a small plane crashed amid heavy rain into a river in the Brazilian state of Amazonas. Swedes investigate police racism February 8, 2009 at 10:36 am Sweden's police chief promises an inquiry after officers playing criminals and suspects on a training exercise adopt racist names. Heartbreak at baby killed by dogs February 8, 2009 at 10:36 am Prayers are said in local churches for the family of a baby boy killed by dogs at his grandmother's home. Russia 'positive' on US approach February 8, 2009 at 10:04 am Russian Deputy Prime Minister Sergei Ivanov welcomes the US promise to "re-set the button" in their relationship. Afghanistan 'tougher than Iraq' February 8, 2009 at 9:37 am The new US special envoy to Afghanistan says winning the conflict there will be "much tougher" than in Iraq. Live text - Scotland v Wales February 8, 2009 at 9:17 am Defending Six Nations champions Wales lead Scotland at half-time at Murrayfield. 'Thousands' flee Tamil Tiger area February 8, 2009 at 8:42 am More than 10,000 Sri Lankan civilians have fled the last area held by Tamil Tiger rebels in the north, the government says. Live text - Premier League February 8, 2009 at 7:30 am Man Utd travel to West Ham after Tottenham draw with Arsenal in the north London derby. League silent on baseball drug claim February 8, 2009 at 6:57 am Authorities refuse to confirm reports that Alex Rodriguez, baseball's biggest name, tested positive for steroids in 2003. Music world awaits Grammy Awards February 8, 2009 at 4:05 am The Grammy Awards ceremony is due to take place in Hollywood, with UK artists leading the way with a string of nominations. Profile: Coldplay February 8, 2009 at 4:02 am The career of the band nominated for seven Grammys Stars prepare for Bafta ceremony February 8, 2009 at 3:39 am A host of stars will grace the red carpet at the British Academy Film Awards, to be held in London on Sunday. US diplomat expelled from Ecuador February 7, 2009 at 11:58 pm Ecuador's left-wing President Rafael Correa expels a US customs attache in an argument over anti-drug policies.