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Scientists to review climate body
The UN secretary general asks the world's leading science academies to review the UN's climate science body.

Contractors 'divert Somalia aid'
Up to half the food aid in Somalia is routinely diverted to corrupt contractors and militants, a leaked UN report says.

Israel under pressure over homes
Israel comes under growing international pressure following its approval of new building in occupied East Jerusalem.

EU to back bluefin tuna trade ban
EU nations decide to support a ban on international trade in Atlantic bluefin tuna until stocks recover.

Russian drivers 'used as shield'
Russia launches a criminal inquiry after claims that traffic police used civilian drivers as a "human shield" to stop criminals.

Nigeria charges over Jos killings
Police say 49 people are to be charged with murder following communal violence that left scores of Nigerian villagers dead.

Iran attacks US over Afghanistan
Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad says it is the US, not Tehran, that is playing a "double game" in Afghanistan.

Berezovsky wins poison libel case
Businessman Boris Berezovsky wins his libel case over claims he was behind the murder of former Russian agent Alexander Litvinenko.

Lost Boys actor Haim dies aged 38
Lost Boys actor Corey Haim dies at the age of 38, the Los Angeles coroner's office confirms.

Israel supermarket uses parody film of Dubai assassins in advert
An Israeli supermarket chain uses spoof surveillance footage, parodying that of the alleged assassins of a Hamas commander in Dubai, in a TV advert.

Baby elephant shocks Sydney zoo with 'miracle' survival
An elephant in a Sydney zoo shocks vets by giving birth to a live baby elephant who appears to have survived labour in a coma in the womb.

Classy Man Utd crush sorry Milan
Wayne Rooney scores twice in another irresistible display as Manchester United beat Milan 4-0 on the night and 7-2 on aggregate to ease into the Champions League quarter-final.

Real crash out of Champions League
Lyon draw 1-1 in the Bernebau to earn a 2-1 aggregate win over Real Madrid.

Can US broker Middle East peace?
Joe Biden is in the region to encourage talks between the Palestinians and Israel. What can be achieved?

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Afghan anxieties
Why the UK fears politics and force are out of synch

Fighting the tide
Church authority at risk as scandals spread in Europe

Hewitt on Europe
Ashton in EU turf battle over new diplomatic team

Jumbo job
It's a big task, but how do you recycle a plane?

Day in pictures
Eye-catching images from around the world

Tough task
Challenges ahead for new president in quake-hit Chile

China's exports see big increase
China's exports surged 46% in February, figures show, raising hopes of a strong recovery in global trade.

Insurers 'face $7bn Chile bill'
The earthquake in Chile may cost the global insurance industry as much as $7bn (£4.7bn), Swiss Re estimates.

Airlines offer to give up slots
British Airways, American Airlines and Iberia offer to give up take off and landing slots in London and New York, say EU watchdogs.

Internet up for Nobel Peace Prize
The internet is among a record 237 individuals and organisations nominated for this year's Nobel Peace Prize.

Mobile phone allows boss to snoop
Mobile technology that could allow prying bosses to monitor every movement of their staff is developed in Japan.

Facebook calls for 'iconic games'
Facebook calls on game designers to make an iconic title, such as Mario or Halo, specifically for the social network.

Academy defends Fawcett snub
Actress Farrah Fawcett was not in the Oscars memorial segment because she was more known as a TV star, the Academy says.

Anna Nicole opera to be staged
London's Royal Opera House is to host the world premiere of an opera about the life of ex- Playboy model Anna Nicole Smith.

Ring may be giant 'impact crater'
Deforestation has revealed what could be a giant impact crater in Central Africa, according to Italian scientists.

Collider to shut for year to fix faults
The Large Hadron Collider must be shut down for a year starting in late 2011 to address design flaws, the BBC has learned.

'No proof' IVF aided by acupuncture
There is no evidence acupuncture or Chinese herbal medicine boost the chance of IVF success, fertility experts warn.

ANC seeks Winnie Mandela answers
South Africa's ANC asks Winnie Mandela to clarify a media report in which she apparently fiercely criticised ex-husband Nelson.

Zuma submits finance declaration
South African President Jacob Zuma submits his declaration of interests, after critics urged an inquiry into his finances.

Biden steps up pressure on Israel
The US vice-president renews criticism of Israel over an East Jerusalem building project and calls for bold steps for peace.

Haiti situation 'dire', Obama says
Barack Obama warns that the crisis in quake-hit Haiti is not over, as he meets the country's president.

'Bali bomber' killed in Indonesia
Indonesia's President Yudhoyono confirms security forces killed Bali bomb suspect Dulmatin in raids in Jakarta on Tuesday.

Firm denies Fifa sweatshop claims
A Shanghai company denies it used sweatshop labour to produce World Cup mascots, as Fifa suspends its contract.

Spanish hostage in Africa freed
A Spanish woman aid worker kidnapped in West Africa last year has been freed, the Spanish government says.

Ashton sets out diplomatic vision
The EU's foreign policy chief, Lady Ashton, tells MEPs how she will shape Europe's new diplomatic service, as officials vie for influence.

Egypt's top cleric dies aged 81
Egypt's top Muslim cleric has died suddenly in Saudi Arabia at the age of 81.

Israel sued over dead US activist
A court case brought by the family of Rachel Corrie, a US protester killed by an Israeli army bulldozer in 2003, opens in Israel.

Pakistan attack kills aid workers
Militants attack the office of a Western aid agency, killing six people and wounding others, the agency and police say.

Pakistan bans for Yousuf and Younus
The Pakistan Cricket Board issues indefinite bans to former captains Mohammad Yousuf and Younus Khan for "infighting".

Pakistan kidnap father returns to UK
The father of a British boy kidnapped in Pakistan returns to the UK against the wishes of the country's police, the BBC learns.

BA strike talks end without deal
Talks between BA and the Unite union aimed at averting strike action by cabin crew break down without agreement.

Ex-chief warns over defence funds
Ministers will have to cut back all but the most essential projects to meet a funding shortfall, a former defence chief warns.

Apology for women raped by father
Two women raped by their father over 25 years - bearing nine of his children - are given a public apology by the authorities.

Gambler awaits extradition result
A British poker champion accused of killing his wife and dumping her body in a US national park will find out in April if he is to be extradited.

Economic storm not over, says PM
Gordon Brown warns of economic storms ahead but vows not to "let you down" as the date of the Budget is announced.

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