Sunday, June 6, 2010

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TOP STORIES
Israel 'to reject raid inquiry'
Israel will reject a proposed international investigation into its deadly raid on a Gaza aid flotilla, its ambassador to the US says.
  Terror charge for men held at JFK
Two men arrested at New York's JFK airport are charged with conspiring to commit an act of international terrorism in Somalia.
  BP cap catches '10,000 barrels'
BP's latest bid to cap a ruptured well in the Gulf of Mexico is now capturing more than half the estimated leak, it tells the BBC.
  Australia orders probe of Google
Australia orders an investigation of Google for possible breach of privacy while taking pictures for its Street View service.
  Tornadoes rip through US Midwest
Tornadoes and thunderstorms sweep through Illinois, Ohio and Michigan, killing seven people, US officials say.
AFRICA
DR Congo police chief suspended
The head of police in the Democratic Republic of Congo has been suspended following the death of an activist, officials say.
  Terror charge for men held at JFK
Two men arrested at New York's JFK airport are charged with conspiring to commit an act of international terrorism in Somalia.
  Fans injured in SA stadium crush
Sixteen people, including two policemen, are injured after a crush outside a South African ground hosting a World Cup warm-up game.
AMERICAS
BP cap catches '10,000 barrels'
BP's latest bid to cap a ruptured well in the Gulf of Mexico is now capturing more than half the estimated leak, it tells the BBC.
  Terror charge for men held at JFK
Two men arrested at New York's JFK airport are charged with conspiring to commit an act of international terrorism in Somalia.
  Tornadoes rip through US Midwest
Tornadoes and thunderstorms sweep through Illinois, Ohio and Michigan, killing seven people, US officials say.
ASIA-PACIFIC
Australia orders probe of Google
Australia orders an investigation of Google for possible breach of privacy while taking pictures for its Street View service.
  Obama greets new Japanese leader
Barack Obama telephones Japan's new leader Naoto Kan to pledge co-operation, amid tensions over a US military base.
  G20 stresses recovery challenges
G20 finance ministers say recovery from economic crisis has been faster than expected, but significant challenges remain.
EUROPE
Israel deports Gaza aid activists
Israel deports several activists detained after trying to sail an aid ship to Gaza in defiance of Israel's blockade.
  Slovenes back Croatia border deal
Slovenes vote to accept an agreement on a border dispute with Croatia in a national referendum.
  Pope appeals for Middle East calm
The Pope urges efforts to resolve Middle East tensions, and draws attention to the plight of Christians in the region.
MIDDLE EAST
Israel 'to reject raid inquiry'
Israel will reject a proposed international investigation into its deadly raid on a Gaza aid flotilla, its ambassador to the US says.
  Pope appeals for Middle East calm
The Pope urges efforts to resolve Middle East tensions, and draws attention to the plight of Christians in the region.
  Egyptian-Israeli marriage ruling
A Cairo court upholds a ruling urging the cabinet to consider revoking the citizenship of Egyptian men married to Israelis.
SOUTH ASIA
Afghans to hold prisoner review
Afghan President Hamid Karzai orders a review of the cases of every Taliban suspect held in the country's prisons.
  Pakistan raises defence spending
Pakistan announces a 17% increase in defence spending in the coming year as it battles to combat Islamic militants.
  Indian film gets Bollywood awards
The Indian hit comedy 3 Idiots sweeps Bollywood awards at a ceremony in Sri Lanka boycotted by the Tamil Nadu film industry.
UK
PM gives stark warning on deficit
David Cameron will say Britain's economic problems are "even worse than we thought" as he sets out why cuts are needed.
  Passengers hurt as train derails
Three people are taken to hospital after a train with about 60 passengers onboard derails and catches fire near Oban.
  Twins injured during 'fox attack'
Nine-month-old twin girls are in hospital after reports they were attacked by a fox at their home in east London.
UK EDUCATION
Watchdog criticises RE teaching
Religious education is "inadequate" in one in five secondary schools in England, according to watchdog Ofsted.
  Fifty colleges may close - report
A report for a funding body warns 50 colleges in England could close in the next few years.
  Call to end 'unfair' unpaid work
Too many professions are relying on school-leavers and graduates doing unpaid work, according to a think-tank.
ENGLAND
Services honour shooting victims
Hundreds of people attend services in Cumbria to commemorate the victims of gunman Derrick Bird.
  Twins injured during 'fox attack'
Nine-month-old twin girls are in hospital after reports they were attacked by a fox at their home in east London.
  Pub 'refused gay group drinks'
A pub chain apologises after staff allegedly refused to serve a gay Labour group in a row over their sexuality.
BUSINESS
BP cap catches '10,000 barrels'
BP's latest bid to cap a ruptured well in the Gulf of Mexico is now capturing more than half the estimated leak, it tells the BBC.
  Germany looks to rein in budget
German Chancellor Angela Merkel holds a two-day cabinet meeting to come up with a savings plan for the country's budget.
  Prudential: 'No new bid for AIA'
UK insurer Prudential has said it has no plans for a renewed bid for AIA, the Asian business of US insurer AIG.
ENTERTAINMENT
Pixies cancel Israel concert date
US rock group Pixies cancel their first concert in Israel, days after a deadly raid on a Gaza-bound aid flotilla.
  The Thick Of It dominates Baftas
Political satire The Thick Of It scoops three TV Baftas, while Ant and Dec win their first ever award from the academy.
  Guetta and Johnson top UK charts
French DJ David Guetta and Hawaiian singer-songwriter debut at the top of the UK's single and album charts.
SCIENCE & ENVIRONMENT
BP cap catches '10,000 barrels'
BP's latest bid to cap a ruptured well in the Gulf of Mexico is now capturing more than half the estimated leak, it tells the BBC.
  Successful blast-off for Falcon 9
SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket, which could one day carry astronauts, launches successfully on its maiden test flight.
  Amazon forest fires 'on the rise'
Forest fires in the Amazon are increasing and could jeopardise efforts to curb forest-related emissions, a study finds.
TECHNOLOGY
Australia orders probe of Google
Australia orders an investigation of Google for possible breach of privacy while taking pictures for its Street View service.
  Bangladesh lifts Facebook block
Bangladesh unblocks Facebook after officials say the website agreed to remove caricatures of the Prophet Muhammad.
  Smart clothes offer emotional aid
Textiles that monitor stress levels and take action to calm their wearers have been developed by researchers.
HEALTH
Brain scan 'lie detector' warning
Measures are needed to stop brain scans being misused by courts, insurers and employers, experts are warning.
  Brain 'helps control cholesterol'
The amount of cholesterol circulating in the bloodstream is partly regulated by the brain, a study in mice suggests.
  One-shot radiation 'hits cancer'
A single dose of radiation is as effective against breast cancer as weeks of post-operative radiotherapy, a study suggests.
ON THIS DAY NEWS FROM THE BBC ARCHIVES
  1944: D-Day marks start of Europe invasion
Thousands of Allied troops are landing on the beaches of Normandy in northern France at the start of a major offensive against the Germans.
  1984: Troops raid Golden Temple in Amritsar
Nearly 300 people are killed as Indian troops storm the Golden Temple in Amritsar, held by Sikh militants.
  1966: Black civil rights activist shot
James Meredith, the first black man to brave the colour bar at the University of Mississippi, is shot in the back and legs while on a civil rights march.

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TOP STORIES
Nadal powers to fifth French Open
Rafael Nadal beats Robin Soderling in straight sets to win his fifth French Open title and regain the world number one ranking.
  Holland stick with injured Robben
Winger Arjen Robben will remain part of the Dutch World Cup squad after a scan reveals his hamstring injury is not as serious as first thought.
  Fans injured in SA stadium crush
Sixteen people, including two policemen, are injured after a crush outside a South African ground hosting a World Cup warm-up game.
  Benitez set for Inter Milan talks
Former Liverpool boss Rafael Benitez is poised to hold talks with Inter Milan, who are looking for a replacement for Jose Mourinho.
  Pacquiao 'waiting on Mayweather'
Promoter Bob Arum claims Manny Pacquiao is ready to take on Floyd Mayweather Jr in a highly-anticipated mega-fight.
FOOTBALL
King confident he can remain fit
England defender Ledley King believes his body will stand up to the rigours of playing matches in quick succession during the World Cup.
  Holland stick with injured Robben
Winger Arjen Robben will remain part of the Dutch World Cup squad after a scan reveals his hamstring injury is not as serious as first thought.
  Benitez set for Inter Milan talks
Former Liverpool boss Rafael Benitez is poised to hold talks with Inter Milan, who are looking for a replacement for Jose Mourinho.
CRICKET
Ruthless England seal innings win
England secure a 2-0 series whitewash over Bangladesh after winning the second Test at Old Trafford by an innings and 80 runs.
  Paine steps in for injured Haddin
Australia have called up keeper Tim Paine for their forthcoming one-day matches in England and Ireland.
  Hants sign all-rounder Christian
Hampshire sign Australian all-rounder Daniel Christian for the duration of their FP t20 campaign.
TENNIS
Nadal powers to fifth French Open
Rafael Nadal beats Robin Soderling in straight sets to win his fifth French Open title and regain the world number one ranking.
  Schiavone win down to self-belief
French Open champion Francesca Schiavone says believing in herself was the key to her stunning French Open win.
  5 live tennis on Twitter
Latest gossip from BBC's tennis team (external site)
MOTORSPORT
Hamilton expects Button battles
Lewis Hamilton anticipates further racing tussles with McLaren team-mate Jenson Button following their one-two finish at the Turkish Grand Prix.
  Pedrosa storms to Mugello victory
Repsol Honda's Dani Pedrosa wins the Italian MotoGP at Mugello from pole position.
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