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Day in pictures March 10, 2009 at 8:38 am Eye-catching images from around the world US job prospects hit 27-year low March 10, 2009 at 8:23 am US companies' plans for hiring staff are at their weakest since the recession of 1982, a new survey says. 'Dozens dead' in Baghdad bombing March 10, 2009 at 8:15 am At least 33 people die in a suicide attack on dignitaries at a reconciliation conference in Baghdad, security officials say. Troops oust Madagascar minister March 10, 2009 at 8:14 am Madagascar's defence minister resigns after being confronted by a group of soldiers in his office, as the power struggle intensifies. Tsvangirai tribute set for Harare March 10, 2009 at 8:12 am Thousands of people are expected to pay tribute to Susan Tsvangirai in Zimbabwe's capital, on the eve of her funeral. Sri Lanka 'suicide bomb kills 14' March 10, 2009 at 7:43 am At least 14 people are killed and 35 injured in a suicide bomb attack in the town of Akuressa in southern Sri Lanka, police say. Uganda leader defends wife's job March 10, 2009 at 7:24 am Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni defends the appointment of his wife, Janet, to the cabinet. Tibetan people put through 'hell' March 10, 2009 at 7:24 am The Dalai Lama attacks Chinese rule in his Tibetan homeland, saying his people have experienced "hell on Earth". Saving rates drop to record low March 10, 2009 at 7:18 am The average interest rate for savers who want instant access to their money is now barely above zero, figures show. Arsenal warn fans of safety fear March 10, 2009 at 6:59 am Arsenal tell supporters attending Wednesday's Champions League game with Roma they may be "at risk" if they travel alone to the Stadio Olimpico. 'Universal crime' March 10, 2009 at 6:49 am What can actually be done with a captured pirate? Continuity IRA 'killed officer' March 10, 2009 at 6:22 am Dissident republicans, the Continuity IRA, claim they murdered a policeman in N Ireland, according to a Press Association report. Allen launches pared-down Tribeca March 10, 2009 at 6:16 am Woody Allen's first US movie for five years, starring Larry David, will open a smaller Tribeca Film Festival than usual. Pakistan register Broad complaint March 10, 2009 at 6:15 am The Pakistan Cricket Board lodges an official complaint against referee Chris Broad over his comments concerning the Lahore terror attack. IMF predicts a global recession March 10, 2009 at 6:11 am The world economy is likely to shrink for the first time in decades this year, the head of the International Monetary Fund warns. China hits out at US on navy row March 10, 2009 at 6:04 am China says a US Navy ship involved in a confrontation with its vessels off Hainan island broke international law. Benitez hits back at his critics March 10, 2009 at 5:52 am Liverpool boss Rafael Benitez feels he has not been given the credit he deserves for his side's performances in the Champions League in recent years. Vitamin C a 'gout preventer' March 10, 2009 at 5:23 am Making sure you get enough vitamin C could protect against the painful joint disease gout, work suggests. Stripped Assam woman in poll bid March 10, 2009 at 5:20 am An Assam tribal woman whose stripping in a protest in 2007 sparked outrage is to contest India's parliamentary election. Spotlight on Haiti March 10, 2009 at 4:58 am Ban and Clinton seek action for beleaguered nation Footage shows how elephants get fresh water from stagnant pool March 10, 2009 at 4:56 am Elephants discover how to get a drink of fresh water when faced with a stagnant pool. Q&A: NI conflict March 10, 2009 at 4:16 am What is behind the violence in Northern Ireland Palestinians launch unity talks March 10, 2009 at 4:12 am Palestinian factions are to meet in Cairo, at the start of a process they hope will pave the way for a national unity government. Chinese prices record rare fall March 10, 2009 at 4:10 am Chinese consumer prices showed an annual fall in February for the first time since 2002, figures show. Airbus company returns to profit March 10, 2009 at 2:58 am European aerospace group EADS made a profit of 1.57bn euros in 2008 despite the uncertain economic climate. Children of older fathers perform 'less well' March 9, 2009 at 9:25 pm Children of older fathers perform less well in a range of brainpower tests during infancy and early childhood, a study found. A hot day can spell bad news for migraine sufferers March 9, 2009 at 8:37 pm A hot day can spell bad news for migraine sufferers, increasing their risk of an attack, say researchers. Progress report March 9, 2009 at 8:08 pm Halfway through Obama's first 100 days Lifeblood draining March 9, 2009 at 8:01 pm Remittances to Senegal dwindle as credit crisis bites Police officer shot dead in N Ireland March 9, 2009 at 7:52 pm A police officer is killed during an attack near a school in Craigavon, County Armagh, police have reported. Ford staff accept working changes March 9, 2009 at 7:10 pm Workers at Ford accept a wage freeze and other changes to their contracts, amid plummeting car sales in the US. UN criticises UK 'rendition role' March 9, 2009 at 6:04 pm Britain is accused of taking part in US "renditions" of terror suspects, in a United Nations report. England set for final-day charge March 9, 2009 at 5:41 pm England close on 80-3 with a lead of 82 going into the last day of the final Test against West Indies in Trinidad. Murder probe after aircraft death March 9, 2009 at 4:55 pm Two people are arrested on suspicion of murder after a man is hit by a gyrocopter at an airfield in Warwickshire. Bolivia orders US diplomat to go March 9, 2009 at 4:49 pm Bolivian President Evo Morales orders the expulsion of a US diplomat whom he has accused of colluding with opposition groups. Kallis leads South Africa revival March 9, 2009 at 3:26 pm Jacques Kallis and AB de Villiers keep South Africa in with a chance of a draw, and even an improbable win, on day four of the second Test in Durban. China's Hu urges Tibet stability March 9, 2009 at 2:33 pm China's President Hu calls for a "Great Wall against separatism" ahead of the 50th anniversary of Tibet's failed uprising. YouTube to block UK music videos March 9, 2009 at 2:00 pm YouTube blocks access to premium music videos in the UK after failing to reach a licensing agreement with the Performing Right Society. Soldiers' tale March 9, 2009 at 1:44 pm The Red Army pair who stayed on in Afghanistan IMF warns of slow African growth March 9, 2009 at 1:05 pm The International Monetary Fund says Africa's growth rate will be halved because of the global recession. Israeli West Bank mines 'illegal' March 9, 2009 at 1:00 pm An Israeli human rights group asks the High Court to call a halt to "illegal" mining in the occupied Palestinian West Bank. Day in pictures March 9, 2009 at 12:43 pm Eye-catching images from around the world Chinese ships 'harass' US vessel March 9, 2009 at 12:41 pm Five Chinese ships have manoeuvred dangerously close to a US navy vessel in the South China Sea, the US government says. UN 'protecting' Madagascar rival March 9, 2009 at 12:39 pm United Nations staff in Madagascar say they are giving protection to opposition leader Andry Rajoelina. Chimp in Swedish zoo 'planned' stone attacks on visitors March 9, 2009 at 12:14 pm A male chimpanzee provides compelling proof that animals may be able to plan for future events and moods. UK aid convoy crosses into Gaza March 9, 2009 at 11:43 am A large convoy bringing aid from the UK reaches Gaza after a 24-day journey through Europe and Africa. Richard Black March 9, 2009 at 11:13 am Eyes on Obama and a whale of a week for climate Shakespeare's first theatre found March 9, 2009 at 10:48 am Archaeologists in London believe they have unearthed the remains of the theatre where Romeo and Juliet had its premiere. Drug firms in $41bn giant merger March 9, 2009 at 10:40 am Merck is to buy rival Schering-Plough in a $41.1bn deal, creating one of the world's biggest drug companies. Man's underpants shredded in fight with kangaroo March 9, 2009 at 10:18 am A man in Australia suffers scratched buttocks and shredded underpants wrestling a kangaroo out of his house.