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UK opposition leader's son dies February 25, 2009 at 8:46 am The UK opposition leader David Cameron suffers a personal tragedy with the death of his six-year-old disabled son Ivan. Day in pictures February 25, 2009 at 8:43 am Some striking images from around the world Turkish plane crash in Amsterdam February 25, 2009 at 8:32 am A Turkish Airlines plane breaks up after landing short of the runway at Amsterdam airport, killing nine people. Rwanda troops withdraw from Congo February 25, 2009 at 8:28 am Thousands of Rwandan troops start to leave DR Congo five weeks after they entered to attack Hutu rebels. Slumdog children to be rehoused February 25, 2009 at 8:27 am Two of the stars of the film Slumdog Millionaire who are still living in the Mumbai slums will be given new homes. Bangladesh offers mutiny amnesty February 25, 2009 at 8:10 am Bangladesh's prime minister offers a general amnesty to try to end a mutiny at a paramilitary HQ in the capital, Dhaka. Bad memories February 25, 2009 at 8:09 am What do the Dome and Abu Ghraib have in common? Mumbai attacks suspect is charged February 25, 2009 at 8:07 am The man identified as the sole surviving gunman from the Mumbai attacks is charged with "waging war" against India. Texting death crash peer jailed February 25, 2009 at 7:53 am Labour peer Lord Ahmed, who was texting while driving on the M1 before a fatal collision, is jailed for 12 weeks. US bill set to ease Cuba travel February 25, 2009 at 7:53 am The US House of Representatives is due to vote on a $410bn spending bill that would ease restrictions on travel to Cuba. Polar Year 'hailed as a success' February 25, 2009 at 7:42 am The International Polar Year has come to a close, as results from the massive effort continue to pour out. Report urges EU finance watchdog February 25, 2009 at 7:40 am The City of London and other financial institutions should be supervised by a new European watchdog, a report says. France's Sarkozy finds time in busy schedule to collect stamps February 25, 2009 at 7:12 am French President Nicolas Sarkozy is still finding time in his busy schedule to collect stamps, it has been revealed. UK Government backs open source February 25, 2009 at 7:06 am The UK Government says it will accelerate the use of open source software in public services. Spider-Man musical set for 2010 February 25, 2009 at 7:03 am A musical based on the Marvel comic book hero Spider-Man will open on Broadway in 2010 it has been announced. Banking group places $31bn bond order in error February 25, 2009 at 6:22 am A Japanese unit of banking group UBS says a computer error caused it to mistakenly place a $31bn bond order. Japan exports drop 46% in January February 25, 2009 at 6:07 am Japan's trade deficit hits a record as exports fall 45.7% in January compared with a year ago to hit a 10-year low. Kenyan police 'ordered to kill' February 25, 2009 at 5:12 am A Kenyan officer says the police chief ordered the killing of suspects, as a UN report is due on allegations of police brutality. Iranians start reactor test run February 25, 2009 at 4:45 am Iranian and Russian nuclear officials inaugurate a test run at Iran's first nuclear power plant at Bushehr. Arms dealer jailed for 30 years February 25, 2009 at 4:22 am A Syrian-born arms dealer is jailed for 30 years for conspiring to sell millions of dollars of weapons to Colombian rebels. Long hours link to dementia risk February 25, 2009 at 4:00 am Long working hours may raise the risk of mental decline and possibly dementia, research suggests. Art show February 25, 2009 at 3:29 am See the works of fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent Election ban for Sharif brothers February 25, 2009 at 3:26 am Pakistan's Supreme Court upholds bans on former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and his brother, Shahbaz, from elected office. More crews head to Victoria fires February 25, 2009 at 2:50 am Scores more firefighters are drafted in to battle bushfires in Australia, ahead of hot weather at the weekend. Obama's vision February 24, 2009 at 11:06 pm President Obama finds reasons to be cheerful NZ cricketers delay Zimbabwe tour February 24, 2009 at 9:01 pm New Zealand's cricket team delays its forthcoming tour of Zimbabwe by a year citing "security concerns". Council tax rises 'to be limited' February 24, 2009 at 7:12 pm Council taxes are likely to rise by 3% in England this year as local authorities try to help recession-hit families. Six hurt in Mardi Gras shooting February 24, 2009 at 6:59 pm Six people - including a baby - are hurt after a shooting incident at a New Orleans Mardi Gras parade. Ferguson rues lack of away goal February 24, 2009 at 6:47 pm Manchester United's showing in the 0-0 draw with Inter Milan delights boss Sir Alex Ferguson, although he regrets his side's failure to score. Upbeat Obama to address Congress February 24, 2009 at 6:10 pm Barack Obama is to use a speech to Congress to vow that the US will emerge stronger from the economic crisis, aides say. All eyes on Tiger February 24, 2009 at 5:49 pm Arizona comes to a standstill as Tiger Woods prepares to return after eight months out Zimbabwe teachers to end strike February 24, 2009 at 5:46 pm Teachers in Zimbabwe agree to end a year-long strike after the government promises to review salaries. Wall Street bounces back from low February 24, 2009 at 5:36 pm US shares bounce back from Monday's 12-year lows, led by banks, following comments from the Federal Reserve's chairman. DNA identifies Peruvian victims February 24, 2009 at 5:05 pm DNA is used for the first time to identify victims of Peru's civil conflict in the 1980s and 1990s, investigators say. Arsenal earn narrow win over Roma February 24, 2009 at 4:38 pm Robin van Persie's penalty gives Arsenal a 1-0 lead going into the away leg of their Champions League clash against Roma. Man Utd tie in balance after draw February 24, 2009 at 4:36 pm Manchester United and Inter Milan share a 0-0 draw in a lively Champions League clash in Italy. Drink a day raises cancer risk February 24, 2009 at 4:00 pm Drinking one glass of wine a day is enough to increase the risk of developing cancer, a UK charity warns women. Spain makes Guantanamo offer February 24, 2009 at 3:57 pm Spain agrees "in principle" to take some inmates released from the US camp at Guantanamo, which is due to close within a year. UK vetoes release of Iraq war dossier February 24, 2009 at 2:17 pm Jack Straw vetoes the publication of minutes of key Cabinet meetings in the run-up to the Iraq war. Nazi row bishop leaves Argentina February 24, 2009 at 2:10 pm A British Catholic bishop embroiled in a Holocaust denial row flies out of Argentina after being told to leave the country. Remote hope February 24, 2009 at 12:52 pm Change slow to come to isolated Afghan north US soldiers hurt in Iraq attack February 24, 2009 at 11:20 am At least three US soldiers are hurt and an Iraqi interpreter is killed after being shot by Iraqi policemen in the northern city of Mosul. Mother fought to save blast girl February 24, 2009 at 11:19 am A mother pleaded with her nine-year-old daughter not to die after she was caught up in a gas explosion, an inquest hears. US recession 'may last into 2010' February 24, 2009 at 11:11 am Federal Reserve chairman Ben Bernanke warns Congress that the US recession may last beyond the end of the year. US retailers report profit falls February 24, 2009 at 11:05 am Some of the US's best-known retailers report sharp slumps in profits as consumer confidence continues to slide. Hudson pilot makes funds appeal February 24, 2009 at 10:53 am The pilot of a plane that ditched into the Hudson River after its engines failed appeals for more investment to keep the airline industry safe. Italy and France pen nuclear deal February 24, 2009 at 10:52 am Italy and France sign a nuclear co-operation agreement in Rome to revive nuclear power in Italy. Murdoch 'racist' cartoon apology February 24, 2009 at 10:49 am New York Post owner Rupert Murdoch apologises for a cartoon which critics said was a racist depiction of President Obama. Fire engulfs New York apartments February 24, 2009 at 9:59 am A blaze in a six-storey apartment block in New York's Chinatown area kills one person and injures at least 21. Hard question February 24, 2009 at 9:26 am Is this woman really the brainiest in Britain?