October 2011
Cardinals Take World Series to Game 7 |
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The St Louis Cardinals staged an unbelievable comeback to beat the Rangers 10-9 in Game 6 of the World Series. [...] |
Iranian Actress Sentenced to 90 Lashes Released |
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An Iranian actress who was sentenced to 90 lashes for appearing in a banned film was reportedly released on Monday. [...] |
Gay Military Personnel Sue US Government |
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A group of gay married soldiers are suing the US government over gay couples’ exclusion from entitlement to military benefits. [...] |
Queen Asks for Full Equality for Women |
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The Queen has asked world leaders to support women and their role within the society during a summit in Australia. [...] |
Campaigners Occupy Belo Monte Dam |
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“We will not be silent. We will shout out loud,” says protester, as hundreds refuse to leave Belo Monte dam. [...] |
Daily Aspirin Protects Vulnerable From Bowel Cancer, According to Study |
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A study has found that as little as two aspirin a day can dramatically reduce the risk of bowel cancer. [...] |
Markets Rally on Eurozone Deal |
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Financial markets have risen sharply today in response to European leaders’ initiatives to resolve the long running sovereign debt crisis. [...] |
Government Set to Extend Mandatory Sentences |
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Groups remain concerned as the government plans to extend mandatory life sentences. They are risking “public safety”, says shadow minister. [...] |
Women Burn Veils to Protest Against Government’s Violent Attacks in Yemen |
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Hundreds of Yemeni women have set fire to their veils to call on the government to stop attacks on protesters. [...] |
Picasso Paintings Found in Serbia |
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Police have “located” two Picasso paintings that were stolen in 2008. Officials made the announcement filled with “pride and joy”. [...] |
