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TOP STORIES
	Afghan security move 'this year' Afghanistan could control security in some of its provinces by the end of 2010, a summit on the country's future says.
	Sarkozy foe wins France smear row French ex-PM Dominique de Villepin is cleared of smearing Nicolas Sarkozy in 2004 as the two men vied for power.
	Catcher in the Rye novelist dies American novelist JD Salinger, author of classic 20th Century book The Catcher in the Rye, has died aged 91, his son says.
	Bernanke reappointed as Fed chief Ben Bernanke is approved to serve a second four-year term as chairman of the Federal Reserve after a vote in the US Senate.
	Microsoft sees 60% jump in profit Microsoft reports a 60% jump in profit, thanks to "exceptional demand" for Windows 7, which it released in October.

AFRICA
	Kenya's PM role 'to be scrapped' Kenyan MPs agree to scrap the position of prime minister in a draft constitution being drawn up as part of a power-sharing deal.
	Sudan like a powder keg, says AU The African Union's top diplomat Jean Ping says Sudan is like a powder keg and warns of catastrophe if the south votes for independence.
	Algeria 0-4 Egypt Egypt stroll to their third successive Africa Cup of Nations final, overcoming Algeria 4-0, with their great rivals finishing the game with eight men.

AMERICAS
	Obama hopes for rail grant boost US President Barack Obama pledges $8bn to build high-speed rail links, a day after his first State of the Union speech.
	Catcher in the Rye novelist dies American novelist JD Salinger, author of classic 20th Century book The Catcher in the Rye, has died aged 91, his son says.
	Bernanke reappointed as Fed chief Ben Bernanke is approved to serve a second four-year term as chairman of the Federal Reserve after a vote in the US Senate.

ASIA-PACIFIC
	Indonesia protest over corruption People take to the streets in Indonesia, as part of anti-corruption protests to mark 100 days of the new administration.
	US man 'detained' in North Korea North Korea says it has detained a US citizen for illegally entering its territory across the China border.
	China says domestic demand 'key' China's vice-premier, Li Keqiang, tells a forum at Davos that domestic demand is key for China's economic growth.

EUROPE
	Sarkozy foe wins France smear row French ex-PM Dominique de Villepin is cleared of smearing Nicolas Sarkozy in 2004 as the two men vied for power.
	Greece denies EU bail-out needed Greece's Prime Minister George Papandreou denies speculation that it will have to be bailed out by the European Union.
	Toyota set for global car recall Toyota announces the recall of vehicles in the US, Europe and China over concerns about faulty accelerator pedals.

MIDDLE EAST
	Two activists 'executed in Iran' Iran executes two men held during the period of unrest that erupted after June's presidential poll, unconfirmed reports say.
	Yemen calls for Gulf assistance Yemen's prime minister urges its oil-rich neighbours to do more to lift it out of poverty, in an interview with the BBC.
	US Senate approves Iran sanctions The US Senate votes in favour of fresh sanctions against Iran over its defiance of UN demands on its nuclear programme.

SOUTH ASIA
	Afghan security move 'this year' Afghanistan could control security in some of its provinces by the end of 2010, a summit on the country's future says.
	Sri Lanka 'may act' over Fonseka Sri Lanka may take action against defeated opposition presidential candidate Sarath Fonseka, the defence secretary says.
	Bangladesh executes Mujib killers Bangladesh executes former army officers convicted of killing the country's independence leader Sheikh Mujibur Rahman in 1975.

UK
	MMR doctor 'broke research rules' A doctor who first suggested a link between the MMR jab and autism acted unethically, the official medical regulator finds.
	Blair poised to face Iraq inquiry Former PM Tony Blair is to be questioned by the Iraq inquiry on Friday about the decision to take the UK to war in 2003.
	MP wins £18,000 expenses appeal A Lib Dem MP ordered to pay back almost £18,000 in expenses has won his appeal and will not have to return any money.

UK EDUCATION
	Universities report fees benefits Universities tell a review how they - and students - have benefitted from tuition fees.
	Poor white boys 'not catching up' New figures show three-quarters of England's poorest boys are not achieving a good level of development in the early years of school.
	Parents share time off for babies New fathers will be able to take six months' leave if the mothers return to work, the government confirmed.

ENGLAND
	Timing clue to children's deaths Two children died less than 24 hours before being found in the back of a car in East Sussex, police reveal.
	Investigation into surgeon's work A surgeon in Leeds is being investigated over concerns about his treatment of patients, including one who had his leg amputated, a hospital trust says.
	Council Twitter users face rebuke Councillors in Cornwall could face being reported to the authority's standards committee for using social networking sites during meetings.

BUSINESS
	Microsoft sees 60% jump in profit Microsoft reports a 60% jump in profit, thanks to "exceptional demand" for Windows 7, which it released in October.
	Greece denies EU bail-out needed Greece's Prime Minister George Papandreou denies speculation that it will have to be bailed out by the European Union.
	Bernanke reappointed as Fed chief Ben Bernanke is approved to serve a second four-year term as chairman of the Federal Reserve after a vote in the US Senate.

ENTERTAINMENT
	Catcher in the Rye novelist dies American novelist JD Salinger, author of classic 20th Century book The Catcher in the Rye, has died aged 91, his son says.
	Haiti Now album number one in US A charity album featuring performances from the Hope For Haiti Now telethon goes straight the top of the US album chart.
	Perfecting the art of destruction Artist Michael Landy, who once destroyed his possessions in the name of art, turns a gallery into a giant bin for the disposal of artworks.

SCIENCE & ENVIRONMENT
	Fusion energy hurdle swept aside Experiments at the National Ignition Centre in the US show a potential obstacle to producing energy by laser fusion has been swept aside.
	Climate data sound - science head The government's chief scientist says his confidence in climate science is unshaken, but warns against trying to be too precise.
	New dinosaur solves bird puzzle A newly discovered fossil has shed light on the mystery of why a group of dinosaurs looks like birds.

TECHNOLOGY
	iPad to 'kickstart' tablet market Analysts and industry watchers say that Apple's long-awaited iPad tablet could reverse the fortunes of the tablet PC industry.
	Fusion energy hurdle swept aside Experiments at the National Ignition Centre in the US show a potential obstacle to producing energy by laser fusion has been swept aside.
	Deadline looms for Google Books Authors and firms file objections with a New York court to reject a deal that would allow Google to build a vast digital library.

HEALTH
	MMR doctor 'broke research rules' A doctor who first suggested a link between the MMR jab and autism acted unethically, the official medical regulator finds.
	C-sections 'do not harm feeding' A Caesarean or instrumental birth does not impact upon how long a mother breastfeeds, research suggests.
	Diabetes sugar 'can go too low' Intense treatment to lower blood sugar in diabetes patients may prove nearly as harmful as leaving glucose levels high, study finds.

ON THIS DAY NEWS FROM THE BBC ARCHIVES
	1986: Seven dead in space shuttle disaster The American space shuttle Challenger explodes killing all seven astronauts on board.
	1953: Derek Bentley hanged for murder Teenager Derek Bentley is executed at Wandsworth Prison in London for his part in the murder of Pc Sidney Miles.
	1982: US general rescued from Red Brigade Italian police rescue US Brigadier General James Dozier who has been held hostage by the Red Brigade for 42 days.

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TOP STORIES
	Algeria 0-4 Egypt Egypt stroll to their third successive Africa Cup of Nations final, overcoming Algeria 4-0, with their great rivals finishing the game with eight men.
	Ghana 1-0 Nigeria Ghana reach the final of the Africa Cup of Nations after an Asamoah Gyan goal leads them to a 1-0 victory over Nigeria.
	Robinho joins Santos in loan deal Manchester City's unhappy Brazil international Robinho is to join his former club Santos on a six-month loan.
	I can win Aussie title - Murray Andy Murray believes he can end Britain's 74-year wait for a male Grand Slam singles winner after beating Marin Cilic to reach his maiden Australian Open final.
	Serena out to end Henin fairytale Justine Henin and Serena Williams prepare to resume a fierce rivalry in Saturday's Australian Open final after the Belgian's dream run in only her second tournament since coming out of retirement.

FOOTBALL
	Algeria 0-4 Egypt Egypt stroll to their third successive Africa Cup of Nations final, overcoming Algeria 4-0, with their great rivals finishing the game with eight men.
	Ghana 1-0 Nigeria Ghana reach the final of the Africa Cup of Nations after an Asamoah Gyan goal leads them to a 1-0 victory over Nigeria.
	Robinho joins Santos in loan deal Manchester City's unhappy Brazil international Robinho is to join his former club Santos on a six-month loan.

CRICKET
	India without Dravid and Yuvraj Injuries force Rahul Dravid and Yuvraj Singh to miss India's first Test against South Africa.
	Arthur explains decision to quit Mickey Arthur says "differences" between himself and Cricket South Africa forced him to step down as coach of the national team.
	Australia v Pakistan latest score Australia seek to maintain their 100% record when they take on Pakistan in the fourth one-day international of the series.

TENNIS
	I can win Aussie title - Murray Andy Murray believes he can end Britain's 74-year wait for a male Grand Slam singles winner after beating Marin Cilic to reach his maiden Australian Open final.
	Serena out to end Henin fairytale Justine Henin and Serena Williams prepare to resume a fierce rivalry in Saturday's Australian Open final after the Belgian's dream run in only her second tournament since coming out of retirement.
	Nadal allays knee injury concerns World number two Rafael Nadal hopes to have recovered from the knee injury that forced him out of the Australian Open within a matter of days.

MOTORSPORT
	Ferrari aim high with new F1 car Ferrari take the wraps off their new Formula 1 car at their base in Italy, saying they expect it to return them to the front.
	Rossi tries his hand at F1 with Ferrari MotoGP world champion Valentino Rossi switches from two wheels to four as he takes the wheel of a Ferrari F2008 Formula 1 car at the Circuit de Catalunya racetrack near Barcelona.
	Raikkonen agrees rallying switch Former Formula 1 champion Kimi Raikkonen agrees to race for Citroen's junior team in the 2010 World Rally Championship.

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