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Azerbaijan air force head killed February 11, 2009 at 3:22 am The commander of Azerbaijan's air defence force has been shot dead outside his house in the capital, Baku, officials say. Shares fall after US banking plan February 11, 2009 at 3:14 am Global markets give the $1.5 trillion US bank bail-out plan a muted response, following sharp falls overnight on Wall Street. Can stock market gamblers blame it all on their genes? February 11, 2009 at 3:11 am Some people who take big risks on the stock market can blame their genes for their behaviour, work suggests. Tsvangirai to be sworn in as PM February 11, 2009 at 3:07 am Zimbabwe opposition leader Morgan Tsvangirai is to be sworn in as PM in President Robert Mugabe's unity government. UK unemployed may top two million February 11, 2009 at 3:04 am The number of jobless people in the UK could pass two million for the first time since 1997 when figures are published later. Deadly attacks hit Afghan capital February 11, 2009 at 2:57 am Ten people are killed and 30 injured in attacks on government buildings in Kabul claimed by the Taleban, an official says. Asif receives one-year drugs ban February 11, 2009 at 2:55 am An Indian Premier League (IPL) drugs tribunal hands Pakistan bowler Mohammad Asif a one-year ban after testing positive for nandrolone. Regular eggs 'no harm to health' February 11, 2009 at 2:50 am Eating as many eggs as you want is unlikely to damage your health by raising cholesterol, research confirms. China's exports see sharp decline February 11, 2009 at 2:13 am China's exports dropped 17.5% in January from a year earlier, the biggest drop in more than 10 years, official data shows. Fire aftermath 'too distressing' February 11, 2009 at 1:22 am Australian police stop some residents of fire-hit areas from returning home, saying the scenes are too gruesome. Afghans 'urgently need US troops' February 11, 2009 at 12:52 am The most senior US soldier, Adm Mike Mullen, says more US troops are needed urgently in Afghanistan. Tough choice February 10, 2009 at 10:04 pm It was not easy for Tsvangirai to join Zimbabwe cabinet Deadly gun fights in north Mexico February 10, 2009 at 9:11 pm Gun battles between suspected drug gang members and troops leave 21 dead in northern Mexico, police say. Obese mothers 'risk spina bifida' February 10, 2009 at 8:29 pm Mothers-to-be who are obese are more likely to have a baby with spina bifida, researchers say. Chinese whispers February 10, 2009 at 8:10 pm Criticism of China's human-rights record softening? Bigger picture February 10, 2009 at 7:12 pm RAF's new spy plane takes to the Afghan skies Taking on pirates February 10, 2009 at 7:01 pm The EU taskforce protecting ships off Somalia Feeling the pain February 10, 2009 at 6:30 pm President Obama reaches out to Americans in Florida Terry hints at divided Blues camp February 10, 2009 at 6:26 pm Chelsea captain John Terry hints at a divided Stamford Bridge dressing room and says he is shocked at the sacking of manager Luiz Felipe Scolari. Hiddink lined up for Chelsea job February 10, 2009 at 5:54 pm Russia coach Guus Hiddink is set to become the new manager of Chelsea as talks with the Dutchman continue. Israelis await election outcome February 10, 2009 at 5:17 pm Counting is under way in Israel's general election, with exit polls suggesting a narrow lead for the ruling Kadima party. Chelsea close in on Hiddink deal February 10, 2009 at 4:56 pm Chelsea hope to appoint Russia boss Guus Hiddink as their new manager until the end of the season, and are keen to finalise a deal before Saturday. US Senate approves stimulus plan February 10, 2009 at 3:24 pm The US Senate passes an $838bn economic stimulus bill backed by President Obama, despite opposition from Republicans. Interpol issues Saudi group alert February 10, 2009 at 2:52 pm Interpol issues alerts for 85 men thought to be plotting attacks against Saudi Arabia, in its largest-ever group alert. Bushfire victims February 10, 2009 at 11:38 am A Briton tells of losing a sister and two nephews Marking history February 10, 2009 at 11:21 am John Simpson sees the Iranian revolution turn 30 German judges study Lisbon Treaty February 10, 2009 at 11:20 am German ministers defend the EU's Lisbon Treaty during a hearing at the country's constitutional court. Cohen donates to bushfire victims February 10, 2009 at 10:12 am Singer Leonard Cohen gives A$200,000 (£90,000) to aid victims of the Australian bushfires ahead of a concert in Victoria. Hiddink begins talks with Chelsea February 10, 2009 at 9:46 am Chelsea are given permission to speak to Russia manager Guus Hiddink about succeeding sacked boss Luiz Felipe Scolari. Boat rescues Sri Lanka civilians February 10, 2009 at 9:46 am The Red Cross evacuates 400 sick and wounded civilians who had been trapped by fighting in north-east Sri Lanka. Thefts and vandalism put brakes on popular Paris bike scheme February 10, 2009 at 9:40 am A popular bicycle rental scheme in the French capital runs into problems just 18 months after its successful launch. Mexican troops swoop on police HQ February 10, 2009 at 9:24 am Soldiers detain the police chief and 36 officers in the Mexican resort of Cancun over the murder of an ex-army general. Live: Israeli general election 2009 February 10, 2009 at 8:43 am Live coverage of the first day of the Israeli general election. Italy seeks clarity on euthanasia February 10, 2009 at 8:34 am Italy's politicians seek new right-to-die laws, after the death of a woman whose case became a cause celebre. South Africa poll set for April February 10, 2009 at 8:08 am South Africa's President Kgalema Motlanthe announces that general elections will take place on 22 April. UK former banking bosses say 'sorry' February 10, 2009 at 8:01 am Former bank bosses offer "profound" apologies while giving evidence to MPs about the financial crisis. Sarkozy pays first visit to Iraq February 10, 2009 at 7:53 am French President Nicolas Sarkozy is in Iraq - the first visit by a French leader since Saddam Hussein's overthrow in 2003. England call up Worsley & Tindall February 10, 2009 at 7:41 am Flanker Joe Worsley and centre Mike Tindall win recalls to the England team for Saturday's Six Nations game against defending champions Wales. Biti to get Zimbabwe finance post February 10, 2009 at 7:30 am Leading MDC figure Tendai Biti is selected as Zimbabwe's new finance minister in the Tsvangirai-Mugabe unity government. Day in pictures February 10, 2009 at 7:26 am Striking images from around the world Iran 'ready for dialogue with US' February 10, 2009 at 7:11 am Iran's president says he welcomes talks with the US, as his country marks the anniversary of the Islamic revolution. Toddler survives pool 'drowning' February 10, 2009 at 7:06 am A two-year-old girl has made an almost complete recovery after spending nearly 20 minutes at the bottom of a pool. South African TV channel makes 'Bush is dead' Bushism February 10, 2009 at 6:46 am A South African news programme mistakenly announces the death of former US President George W Bush. US to unveil new bank bail-out February 10, 2009 at 6:30 am US Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner is set to announce how he intends to spend the remaining $350bn of the bail-out fund. Obama begins cybersecurity review February 10, 2009 at 6:27 am A 60-day review of how well the US copes with relentless cyberattacks has been kicked off by Obama's security chief. Australia police target arsonists February 10, 2009 at 6:26 am Australian police say they are confident of catching arsonists they blame for some of the devastating bushfires in Victoria. Flying giant February 10, 2009 at 5:52 am The great Jumbo - four decades of the Boeing 747 Taiwan's ex-first lady pleads guilty February 10, 2009 at 5:03 am A former Taiwanese first lady pleads guilty to money-laundering and forgery charges. Singer Brown dropped from gum ad February 10, 2009 at 4:52 am R&B star Chris Brown is removed from a US chewing gum ad campaign after being quizzed by police over an assault complaint. Hard times February 10, 2009 at 4:32 am Downturn bites in once thriving US financial hub Fatal fire destroys Beijing hotel February 10, 2009 at 4:32 am Chinese state TV is blamed for a fire at a landmark hotel in Beijing, in which a firefighter died. 'Arctic unicorns' in spectacular display February 10, 2009 at 4:08 am Remarkable footage of elusive narwhal is captured by a BBC team. Bad debt leads to big loss at UBS February 10, 2009 at 2:30 am UBS, Switzerland's largest bank, reports a 2008 loss of 19.7bn Swiss francs ($16.8bn), due to bad debts at its investment unit. Revolution year February 10, 2009 at 12:01 am A look back at 1989, when Europe was reshaped