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Obama pleads for Koran row calm
US President Barack Obama warns Americans they must not turn on each other in the row over a pastor's threat to burn the Koran.
Church abuse detailed in Belgium
Harrowing details of alleged sex abuse by Roman Catholic clergy in Belgium are released by an official Church investigator.
Japan uncovers centenarian 'scam'
More than 230,000 elderly people in Japan who are listed as being aged 100 or over are unaccounted for, officials said following a nationwide inquiry.
Several die in California blast
At least four people have been killed in an explosion which tore through a town near San Francisco, officials say.
US jobs recovery 'painfully slow'
US President Barack Obama has said that progress in pulling the American economy out of recession has been 'painfully slow'.
Exchange of fire near Gaza border
A rocket fired from the Gaza Strip explodes in Israel, hours after Israeli air raids against Hamas targets in the Palestinian territory.
Iran denies 'secret atomic plant'
Iran rejects claims by dissident groups that it has almost completed a secret uranium-enrichment facility near Tehran.
Merkel ally quits in WWII furore
An ally of Germany's Chancellor Merkel will quit a top party post after suggesting Poland may carry as much blame as Hitler for triggering World War II.
NZ no-go zones stay amid tremors
New Zealand delays plans to lift no-go zones in quake-hit Christchurch after major aftershocks rock the city.
Guinea poll head guilty of fraud
The head of Guinea's election commission and another senior official are sentenced to a year in prison for fraud during June's first round presidential vote.
Japan extends captain's detention
Hours after China demands the release of a Chinese boat captain detained in Japan, a Japanese court rules he can be held for a further 10 days.
Accidental stowaway home after four-month odyssey
A nine-year-old Indian boy who mistakenly ended up on a cross-country train adventure is reunited with his family - four months later.
Pop banned at Australian funerals
The Catholic Archbishop of Melbourne has banned pop songs and football anthems from funerals.
US officials try to stop spy book
The US Department of Defense is trying to stop the distribution of a book by a former intelligence officer.
US judge challenges army gay ban
A federal judge rules that a ban on homosexuals serving openly in the US military is unconstitutional, in the latest challenge to the law.
Gang strike paralyses El Salvador
Much of El Salvador's public transport grinds to a halt after street gangs force a shutdown to protest at anti-gang legislation.
Obama contradicts Mexico claims
US President Barack Obama contradicts claims made by his secretary of state that Mexico is dealing with a 'drugs insurgency'.
Air Zimbabwe strikers 'face sack'
Air Zimbabwe has warned striking pilots that they could lose their jobs unless they return to work, according to state media.
Swazi 'torture' threat condemned
Swaziland unions condemn the prime minister's suggestion that dissidents should be whipped on their feet with spikes.
Freshwater turtles 'in decline'
More than a third of freshwater turtle species are now threatened with extinction, Conservation International says.
China imports in surprise surge
China reported a surprise surge in imports during August, leading to a fall in its trade surplus to $20bn.
Man held after Danish hotel blast
Danish police hold a man injured by a small blast at a Copenhagen hotel amid reports he was a would-be suicide bomber.
Strike by players to halt Serie A
Players in Serie A plan to strike in a fortnight's time in a protest over their rights.
Al-Qaeda men escape Baghdad jail
Four prisoners with ties to al-Qaeda have escaped from the US-controlled section of Baghdad's Karkh prison, US officials say.
Saudi website for fatwas closes
The popular Islam Today website, run by the Saudi cleric Salman al-Awdah, has closed its section offering thousands of Islamic religious rulings.
Pakistan trio set to return home
The three Pakistan cricketers questioned by police over alleged spot fixing are to fly home.
Manipur police on murder charges
A court in India's Manipur state issues warrants for the arrest of nine policemen charged with killing an unarmed man.
40,000 police jobs 'threatened'
As many as 40,000 front-line police jobs may be at risk across England and Wales if 25% funding cuts go ahead, the Police Federation says.
Royal Mail sell-off is confirmed
The government confirms it is to press ahead with a complete sale of Royal Mail, following an updated review of the postal service.
Microsoft executive to lead Nokia
Finnish mobile phone giant Nokia appoints Microsoft business manager Stephen Elop as its new head after a profits slump.
Deutsche 'set to raise 9bn euros'
Shares in Germany's Deutsche Bank fall sharply after reports that it is planning to raise 9bn euros to shore up its finances.
US cuts wheat production forecast
The US Department of Agriculture cuts its forecast for global wheat production in 2010-11, but by less than expected.
Live - England v Pakistan
Pakistan are battling for runs after England set them 275 to win the first one-day international at Chester-le-Street.
Vettel heads Ferrari duo at Monza
Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel steals Ferrari's thunder to set the pace in practice at the Italian Grand Prix.
Ferguson brushes off Rooney talk
Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson refuses to discuss Wayne Rooney's off-field problems or the hostile reception he might face at Everton on Saturday.
C4 bids farewell to Big Brother
Former air steward Brian Dowling is the bookies' favourite to win Ultimate Big Brother as the Channel 4 reality show comes to an end.
Cyrus Cylinder is loaned to Iran
The British Museum settles a dispute with Iran's national museum over the loan of ancient Persian treasure the Cyrus Cylinder.
Record deal for Smith's daughter
Will Smith's daughter, Willow, nine, signs a record deal with rapper Jay-Z's label Roc Nation and releases debut single Whip My Hair.
Checkout protest at Greek shops
Activists protesting against Greece's austerity measures are trying a new form of civil disobedience.
Bomb scare toy pony blown up
A child's toy sparked a bomb scare in Orlando after it was left unattended in a cul-de-sac.
Mudslide swamps Italian village
An amateur cameraman has filmed the scene from Atrani in southern Italy when a mudslide crashed through the village.
Cyclist's long hunt for missing son
An Australian man who cycled round Europe for three months looking for his missing son is to be reunited with him after two-and-a-half years.
US Muslims' views on their country
As Muslims around the world begin the Eid festival, marking the end of Ramadan, US citizens reflect on the standing of their religion in their country.
Homes set ablaze in San Francisco
Dozens of homes have been set ablaze near San Francisco International Airport, after a reported explosion.
US marines rescue ship from pirates
US Marines have boarded and seized a vessel hijacked by pirates off the coast of Somalia, navy officials say.
Versailles cartoon art controversy
An exhibition by Japanese artist Takashi Murakami at the Palace of Versailles is surprising visitors.
One-minute World News
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Seeing into space
Stunning images captured by earthbound astronomers
In pictures
Muslims around the world celebrate the festival of Eid al-Fitr
Rally for peace
The tennis players with a message in US Open final
Danger line
De-mining on the volatile Israeli-Lebanese border
Day in pictures
The most striking images from around the world
Food for thought
Should riot-hit Mozambique switch to cassava bread?
Eid-9/11 clash
US Muslims advised to keep celebrations low-key
Hero's welcome?
Russia's returning spies will find it difficult to adjust