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Boss sackings add to Chelsea loss February 13, 2009 at 7:16 am Chelsea Football Club lost £66m in the year to the end of June - including compensation for Jose Mourinho and Avram Grant. No split at Chelsea, says Wilkins February 13, 2009 at 6:46 am Chelsea assistant boss Ray Wilkins denies reports that there is a split in the dressing-room after the sacking of Luiz Felipe Scolari. Pipes of peace February 13, 2009 at 6:40 am Why water can be a path to peace rather than wars Plane crash in NY state kills 49 February 13, 2009 at 6:36 am A US passenger plane crashes into a house in Buffalo, New York, killing 49 people, including one on the ground. Rock investors lose court case February 13, 2009 at 6:36 am Former Northern Rock shareholders lose their legal challenge to the government's plan to compensate them. Sri Lanka rejects UK's new envoy February 13, 2009 at 6:07 am Sri Lanka says the UK's nomination of Des Browne as a special envoy to the country is a "disrespectful intrusion". Europe hit by economic slowdown February 13, 2009 at 5:43 am European economies contracted in the fourth quarter of 2008, with some countries registering the worst figures in decades. Iraq suicide bomb kills pilgrims February 13, 2009 at 5:27 am At least 30 people have been killed in a suicide bomb attack south of Baghdad, Iraqi police say. Sex in a recession February 13, 2009 at 5:11 am What impact is the downturn having on sexual desire? Zimbabwe cabinet to be sworn in February 13, 2009 at 4:47 am The formation of Zimbabwe's unity government is due to be completed with the swearing-in of the new ministers. UK's ban of Dutch MP criticised February 13, 2009 at 4:33 am The British government is under fire after banning a controversial Dutch MP from entering the UK over anti-Islamic remarks. Annan hints at ICC Kenyan trial February 13, 2009 at 4:23 am Kofi Annan suggests that he might send a list of Kenyan poll violence suspects to the International Criminal Court. Japanese ruling may split family February 13, 2009 at 4:02 am Japan orders a Filipino couple to leave the country due to illegal entry - leaving behind their Japan-born daughter. Unlucky or naive? February 13, 2009 at 4:01 am Awkward times for Obama as cabinet choices fall like flies Ronettes star Bennett dies at 67 February 13, 2009 at 3:57 am Estelle Bennett, former singer with The Ronettes, best known for their 1963 hit Be My Baby, dies aged 67. Microsoft bounty for worm creator February 13, 2009 at 3:42 am The software giant is offering $250,000 to help capture the person behind a nasty computer worm known as Conficker. Australian man charged with arson February 13, 2009 at 3:17 am Australian police charge a man with "arson causing death" after a week of devastating fires, which left at least 181 dead. Nine-year-old boy writes book of advice on dating February 13, 2009 at 3:04 am Ever wondered where to turn for dating advice? Primary school author Alec Greven may have the answers in his New York Times best-seller How To Talk To Girls. MLS wants Beckham future resolved February 13, 2009 at 2:30 am David Beckham could discover on Friday whether he is going to join AC Milan on a permanent deal from LA Galaxy. Air bag jacket 'could save lives' February 12, 2009 at 11:58 pm Dozens of lives could be saved every year if motorbike air bag jackets were made compulsory, according to doctors. Bleak forecast on fishery stocks February 12, 2009 at 10:47 pm Changing ocean temperatures will force many fish species to migrate towards the poles, hitting fish stocks, scientists warn. Backstage at Kew February 12, 2009 at 9:43 pm Audio tour of the botanic gardens' largest glasshouse 'Plaster cast better' for sprains February 12, 2009 at 9:30 pm Forget wrapping it in a tubular bandage - a new trial suggests the best way to treat a sprained ankle is in a plaster cast. Pre-conception diet tips ignored February 12, 2009 at 9:18 pm Women are ignoring healthy eating, alcohol and lifestyle advice before they get pregnant, British research suggests. Throw your hands in the air - kids learn more quickly with gestures February 12, 2009 at 8:24 pm Toddlers who use gestures more often have better vocabularies on reaching school age, US researchers say. Another Obama cabinet pick quits February 12, 2009 at 6:19 pm Republican senator Judd Gregg withdraws as President Obama's nominee for commerce secretary, citing policy differences. Irish dramatist Hugh Leonard dies February 12, 2009 at 6:08 pm Irish playwright Hugh Leonard, whose father-and-son drama Da won acclaim on Broadway, dies at 82. Hamas 'set for truce with Israel' February 12, 2009 at 5:38 pm A long-term truce between Hamas and Israel may be announced in days, Hamas officials say in Cairo. Hiddink refuses to concede title February 12, 2009 at 5:22 pm New temporary Chelsea coach Guus Hiddink has insisted that Chelsea are still in the title race. Privacy groups slam new rules February 12, 2009 at 5:02 pm US privacy groups criticise new rules to address online privacy and urge Congress to draw up legislation. Swiss 'race' attack stuns Brazil February 12, 2009 at 4:53 pm Brazil summons the Swiss envoy over an alleged skinhead attack in Zurich on a pregnant Brazilian woman. Eriksson receives Mexico support February 12, 2009 at 4:30 pm Sven-Goran Eriksson is given the "total support" of the Mexican Football Federation after Mexico's World Cup qualifying defeat to the United States. Global slump 'US security threat' February 12, 2009 at 4:19 pm The top US intelligence official, Dennis Blair, says that the global economic crisis is the main threat facing America. 'More tribe killings' in Colombia February 12, 2009 at 3:48 pm Claims of 10 members of the Awa tribe in Colombia being killed, after the reported murder last week of 17. Tsvangirai sees activists in jail February 12, 2009 at 3:14 pm Zimbabwe's Prime Minister Morgan Tsvangirai spends his first full day in office visiting political prisoners, his spokesman says. Economy woes push oil below $34 February 12, 2009 at 3:06 pm Oil prices fallen to below $34 on doubts that a US stimulus package will reinvigorate the economy. It's quiz time! February 12, 2009 at 2:46 pm Which politician denies grooving to Abba hits? Archbishop attacks love of money February 12, 2009 at 1:59 pm The Archbishop of York, John Sentamu, says taxes must rise to help those worst affected by the recession. Results confirm Israeli deadlock February 12, 2009 at 1:03 pm The final results of Israel's election confirm that neither of the two main parties can form a government on its own. Ethnic tensions February 12, 2009 at 12:36 pm Is Karachi facing a return to its violent past? India welcomes Mumbai admission February 12, 2009 at 11:58 am India says Pakistan's admission the Mumbai attacks were partly planned on its soil is a "positive development". First draft of Neanderthal genome February 12, 2009 at 10:51 am The "first draft" of a complete Neanderthal genome has been sequenced from fossils in Croatia. Lethal bombs in Mosul and Kerbala February 12, 2009 at 10:49 am A bomb attack in Iraq has killed several Shia pilgrims, while in the northern city of Mosul, four police were killed by a car bomb. Kenyan MPs reject violence court February 12, 2009 at 10:47 am Kenyan MPs vote against a bill to set up an election violence tribunal, saying suspects should be tried at The Hague. China milk scandal firm bankrupt February 12, 2009 at 10:32 am A Chinese food group at the centre of a contaminated milk scandal is declared bankrupt with debts of $160m. Career options February 12, 2009 at 10:32 am Indian army's latest enemy is a shortage of men Banned Dutch MP held at Heathrow February 12, 2009 at 10:29 am A Dutch MP who is banned from the UK is to be sent back to the Netherlands after landing at Heathrow. It's a vision thing - Gandhi's spectacles up for sale February 12, 2009 at 10:18 am Mahatma Gandhi's spectacles, which he once said gave him "the vision to free India", are to be sold at an auction in New York. Pakistan admits India attack link February 12, 2009 at 10:04 am A senior Pakistani official admits for the first time that deadly attacks in Mumbai were partly planned in Pakistan. Pope condemns Holocaust denial February 12, 2009 at 9:38 am Pope Benedict says Holocaust denial is intolerable, as he meets US Jewish leaders over a controversial bishop's comments. Kidman donates to bushfire appeal February 12, 2009 at 9:32 am Nicole Kidman joins Russell Crowe and Hugh Jackman in a TV appeal for the victims of the Australian bushfires. One's had an online makeover - Queen relaunches her website February 12, 2009 at 9:20 am The Queen's website has been relaunched at Buckingham Palace, in the company of world-wide web inventor Sir Tim Berners-Lee. Live text - Murray v Seppi February 12, 2009 at 9:18 am Andy Murray continues his quest for glory in Rotterdam as he faces Italian Andreas Seppi. Freed weapons ship docks in Kenya February 12, 2009 at 9:05 am A ship recently freed by Somali pirates is arrives in Kenya to offload arms, amid controversy over its cargo. EU backs video games for children February 12, 2009 at 9:03 am Video games should have a "red button" parents can hit to turn off titles unsuitable for their children, say MEPs. US retail sales unexpectedly rise February 12, 2009 at 9:02 am US retail sales unexpectedly increased by 1% in January, which economists suggest is due to New Year discounting. Defiant optimism February 12, 2009 at 8:58 am The challenges facing Georgia's president Gaza to export Valentine's blooms February 12, 2009 at 8:33 am Israel is to allow 25,000 flowers to be sent from Gaza to Europe for Valentine's Day, the first export from the territory in a year. Six killed in N Caucasus violence February 12, 2009 at 8:27 am Four Russian policemen and at least two suspected rebels die in fighting in Ingushetia, in Russia's troubled North Caucasus. Day in pictures February 12, 2009 at 8:25 am Eye-catching images from around the world How President Sarkozy wooed 'wild' Bruni on blind date February 12, 2009 at 8:05 am French President Nicolas Sarkozy "proposed" to Carla Bruni within two hours of meeting the former model, it has been claimed. US 'lost track of Afghan weapons' February 12, 2009 at 7:33 am The US has failed to keep proper records of many thousands of weapons shipped to Afghanistan, a leaked report says. India pair found guilty of murder February 12, 2009 at 7:23 am An Indian businessman and his servant are convicted of murdering a young girl in a case involving the deaths of 19 people. Growing threat February 12, 2009 at 7:03 am Space collisions highlight need for orbital vigilance More Sri Lanka wounded evacuated February 12, 2009 at 6:53 am The Red Cross evacuates a further 160 sick and wounded people trapped by fighting in northern Sri Lanka. Truancy jailing every two weeks February 12, 2009 at 6:39 am There has been a huge increase in truancy penalties for parents in England, reaching 10,000 prosecutions a year. Russian and US satellites collide February 12, 2009 at 6:37 am US and Russian satellites collide in space, creating a cloud of debris above Siberia in the first reported accident of its kind. Ancelotti rules out Chelsea move February 12, 2009 at 6:09 am AC Milan boss Carlo Ancelotti says he has no intention of leaving the club to take charge at Chelsea. Chinese investment in Rio Tinto February 12, 2009 at 6:03 am Anglo-Australian miner Rio Tinto says China's state-owned Chinalco is to invest a further $19.5bn in the business. 2016 hopefuls February 12, 2009 at 5:18 am Guide to the four candidate cities Lincoln's legacy February 12, 2009 at 4:06 am US celebrates Abraham Lincoln's bicentenary Exercise 'cuts colon cancer risk' February 12, 2009 at 3:55 am Bowel cancer screening will save more than 2,200 lives in the UK every year by 2025, researchers say. Old Afghanistan February 12, 2009 at 2:52 am Explore Afghanistan of a century ago, in sound and images