Jan
2013
Articles from 9th Jan 2013
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Everton hoping to keep hold of Marouane Fellaini despite buy-out clause in his contract
Jan 09 2013 | Everton FC News
MAROUANE FELLAINI does have a buy-out clause in the lucrative contract he signed at Goodison in 2011 – but Everton hope they can satisfy the Belgian’s Champions League ambitions on Merseyside. Read
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Liverpool FC skipper Steven Gerrard says return of Lucas frees him to get forward more
Jan 09 2013 | Liverpool FC News
STEVEN GERRARD believes the return to action of Lucas Leiva has helped him get back to his rampaging best for Liverpool FC. Read
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Tributes paid to 'patriotic' sapper
Jan 09 2013 | UK & World News
The family of a British soldier shot dead by a member of the Afghan National Army (ANA) has paid tribute to the "proud, patriotic man". Read
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M&S suffers clothing sales slump
Jan 09 2013 | UK & World News
Marks & Spencer has revealed a bigger-than-expected slump in clothing sales over Christmas. Read
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57 hurt as New York ferry hits dock
Jan 09 2013 | UK & World News
At least 57 people were injured, 11 of them seriously, when a commuter ferry struck a dock in New York City's financial district during the morning rush-hour, officials said. Read
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Jessops collapse puts jobs at risk
Jan 09 2013 | UK & World News
Camera chain Jessops has become the first high-profile retail casualty of 2013 - putting 2,000 jobs at risk. Read
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Tappin wife in extradition law vow
Jan 09 2013 | UK & World News
The wife of retired British businessman Christopher Tappin has vowed to campaign for a change in extradition laws after he was jailed in the United States for arms dealing. Read
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Coalition pledge audit 'a cover-up'
Jan 09 2013 | UK & World News
The Government has published an audit of its own record in power, which Downing Street claimed showed the coalition had achieved or made progress towards the "vast majority" of pledges it made when it took office in 2010. Read
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Tappin jailed for 33 months in US
Jan 09 2013 | UK & World News
Extradited Briton Christopher Tappin has been jailed for 33 months for arms dealing after a deal with US prosecutors was given the all-clear, a court spokeswoman said. Read
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Snow expected as temperatures drop
Jan 09 2013 | UK & World News
The mild conditions enjoyed since the start of the year are set to be replaced by snow and freezing temperatures, forecasters have warned. Read
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Dozens hurt in New York ferry crash
Jan 09 2013 | UK & World News
More than 50 people have been injured, two critically, after a commuter ferry struck a dock in New York's financial district during rush hour. Read
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Royal daughter to become Princess
Jan 09 2013 | UK & World News
The Queen has declared that if the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have a daughter she will be titled Princess. Read
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Dublin flag demo may be delayed
Jan 09 2013 | UK & World News
Loyalists look set to delay plans to stage a rally in Dublin in protest at the lowering of the Union flag above Belfast City Hall. Read
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Obama 'wants strong UK voice' in EU
Jan 09 2013 | UK & World News
The Obama administration wants Britain to retain an influential role in the European Union, a senior US government official has indicated. Read
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Policymakers set to 'wait and see'
Jan 09 2013 | UK & World News
Fears of a triple-dip recession will loom large for Bank of England policymakers after a gloomy start to the year for the economy. Read
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Cameron challenges Ulster leaders
Jan 09 2013 | UK & World News
Northern Ireland's politicians must work to break down barriers of segregation to ease tensions in the province, David Cameron has told MPs. Read
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Threat to jobs as Jessops closes
Jan 09 2013 | UK & World News
Around 2,000 jobs at camera chain Jessops are under threat after the group collapsed into administration. Read
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Police to report on Savile probe
Jan 09 2013 | UK & World News
Detectives investigating the Jimmy Savile sex abuse scandal will publish a joint report this week, Scotland Yard has said, as it emerged prosecutors had received a file on a man in his 60s. Read
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Pledges record source of pride: PM
Jan 09 2013 | UK & World News
An audit of progress on Government pledges will show "a record to be proud of", David Cameron has told MPs. Read
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Eddie Kidd's wife denies assault
Jan 09 2013 | UK & World News
The estranged wife of paralysed former motorbike stunt rider Eddie Kidd has pleaded not guilty to assaulting him. Read
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Married man 'hid lover's body'
Jan 09 2013 | UK & World News
A married man killed his lover, hid her body and kept up a charade that she was still alive for 18 years, the Old Bailey has heard. Read
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PM: Welfare cuts 'fair and right'
Jan 09 2013 | UK & World News
Real-terms welfare cuts are "fair and right", David Cameron insisted as he faced Labour accusations the Government was trying to "divide the country". Read
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Axed McCririck to sue Channel 4
Jan 09 2013 | UK & World News
Racing pundit John McCririck has said he is to sue Channel 4 for £3 million claiming the broadcaster axed him from its racing coverage because he was too old. Read
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Unions warn over probation reforms
Jan 09 2013 | UK & World News
Proposals to transfer the bulk of probation services to the private sector are "dangerously misguided" and threaten public safety, unions have warned. Read
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Police services in post office plan
Jan 09 2013 | UK & World News
Police services will be offered in a post office in a trial scheme held as Scotland Yard faces making cuts of £500 million. Read
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New strain of vomiting bug blamed
Jan 09 2013 | UK & World News
A new strain of norovirus has been responsible for the majority of recent cases of the winter vomiting bug, health experts said. Read
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Flag flies over Belfast City Hall
Jan 09 2013 | UK & World News
The Union flag is flying over Belfast City Hall to mark the Duchess of Cambridge's birthday. Read
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Bond baddie Bardem gets Bafta nod
Jan 09 2013 | UK & World News
Javier Bardem's performance as Bond villain Raoul Silva in Skyfall has been recognised with a Bafta nomination. Read
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Morning news headlines for January 9, 2013
Jan 09 2013 | UK & World News
ED Miliband accused David Cameron of pursuing a strategy of “divide and rule” after the House of Commons voted in favour of legislation to impose real-terms cuts on welfare; a dossier detailing progress on 480 pledges made by the coalition Government, will acknowledge some targets have been missed and the armed forces are now so dependent on technology their ability to operate could be “fatally compromised” by a sustained cyber attack. Read
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Oprah to interview Lance Armstrong
Jan 09 2013 | UK & World News
Lance Armstrong has agreed to a rare televised interview with Oprah Winfrey that will air next week. Read
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Londoners celebrate Tube milestone
Jan 09 2013 | UK & World News
London Underground turns 150 today. Read
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Day-Lewis tipped for Bafta success
Jan 09 2013 | UK & World News
Daniel Day-Lewis is expected to land a Bafta nomination later for his critically acclaimed performance as US president Abraham Lincoln. Read
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Vote to delay Chavez inauguration
Jan 09 2013 | UK & World News
Venezuelan politicians have voted to postpone the inauguration of ailing president Hugo Chavez for his new term, prompting complaints from opponents who called it a violation of the constitution. Read
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Miliband hits out at welfare cuts
Jan 09 2013 | UK & World News
Ed Miliband has accused David Cameron of pursuing a strategy of "divide and rule" after the House of Commons voted in favour of legislation to impose real-terms cuts on welfare. Read
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Syrian rebels to attend conference
Jan 09 2013 | UK & World News
Leaders of the rebellion against Syria's President Bashar Assad are due to join a conference in Britain designed to focus minds internationally on planning for political transition in the Middle Eastern country. Read
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Warning on social care funding gap
Jan 09 2013 | UK & World News
The funding gap for providing adult social care in the capital will amount to £907 million within five years, according to a report published by London Councils. Read
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Councils cut road safety spending
Jan 09 2013 | UK & World News
Councils are making huge profits from parking charges while cutting road safety spending, according to newly published figures. Read
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Labour to force vote on rail fares
Jan 09 2013 | UK & World News
Labour will force a Commons vote on proposals for super-peak train fares in a bid to derail Government plans. Read
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Health regulator criticised by MPs
Jan 09 2013 | UK & World News
The regulator of health and social care in England has not earned public confidence, a scathing report by MPs has concluded. Read
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Coalition audit to be published
Jan 09 2013 | UK & World News
David Cameron and Nick Clegg are set to publish a dossier detailing progress on 480 pledges made by the coalition Government, which will acknowledge that some targets have been missed, it has emerged. Read
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Military 'vulnerable to cyber risk'
Jan 09 2013 | UK & World News
The armed forces are now so dependent on information technology that their ability to operate could be "fatally compromised" by a sustained cyber attack, MPs have warned. Read
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Prisoner rehab to become compulsory
Jan 09 2013 | UK & World News
Prisoners serving sentences under 12 months will be forced to undertake a period of rehabilitation upon release under proposed reforms. Read
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Stock Market report: January 9, 2013
Jan 09 2013 | Business News
London’s blue-chip share index powered to its highest level for more than four years as America’s earnings season got off to an upbeat start. Read
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New £620m orders boost for Airbus
Jan 09 2013 | Business News
Airbus today announced a £620m order from Middle East Airlines-Air Liban (MEA), the flag carrier of Lebanon, for 10 A320neo (new engine option) Family aircraft. Read
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Confidence high among North West small firms
Jan 09 2013 | Business News
Confidence among small business owners across the North West is rising as they enter the new year, although they still see support and action by the Government as essential for them to match their ambitions. Read
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Liverpool redevelopment schemes on hold after objections to plans
Jan 09 2013 | Liverpool News
TWO major student developments in Liverpool city centre were put on hold by councillors. Read
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River Alt to be moved to clear Merseyside Amazon development site
Jan 09 2013 | Liverpool News
PLANS to re-route the River Alt to help clear the way for a huge Amazon warehouse in Liverpool have been submitted to the city council. Read
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Giles ready to get going
Jan 09 2013 | National Sport
Ashley Giles does not expect a honeymoon period in his new role as England's one-day coach and admits his side are up against it in India. Read
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Swansea secure first-leg advantage
Jan 09 2013 | National Sport
Rafael Benitez endured a torrent of abuse from Chelsea's fans as the Blues slumped to an embarrassing 2-0 defeat to Swansea in the first leg of their Capital One Cup semi-final at Stamford Bridge. Read
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Lancaster: Clark can seize second chance
Jan 09 2013 | National Sport
England coach Stuart Lancaster has put his trust in Calum Clark after giving the controversial Northampton forward a second chance to build his international career. Read
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Chelsea wage bill falls below City
Jan 09 2013 | National Sport
Chelsea have been overtaken by Manchester City as the biggest payers in the Premier League, the Stamford Bridge club's accounts have confirmed. Read
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Green proposes Rangers quit Scotland
Jan 09 2013 | National Sport
Rangers chief executive Charles Green believes the club should attempt to quit Scottish football if league reconstruction plans are approved. Read
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Baggies to keep Lukaku
Jan 09 2013 | National Sport
West Brom are to retain the services of on-loan Chelsea striker Romelu Lukaku for the remainder of the season, the midlands club have confirmed. Read
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N'Diaye completes Black Cats move
Jan 09 2013 | National Sport
Sunderland have completed the signing of midfielder Alfred N'Diaye from Bursaspor for an undisclosed fee, the Barclays Premier League club have confirmed. Read
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Adebayor heading to African Nations Cup
Jan 09 2013 | National Sport
Emmanuel Adebayor has been included in Togo's African Nations Cup squad despite the striker hinting Andre Villas-Boas was not totally happy about him playing in the competition. Read
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Monty no idea over Ryder captaincy
Jan 09 2013 | National Sport
Colin Montgomerie has no idea about his chances of becoming Ryder Cup captain again next week - but said: "I am excited and honoured and very flattered really that my name's been put in the frame". Read
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Beckham decision expected next week
Jan 09 2013 | National Sport
David Beckham will make a decision on his future next week after receiving 12 formal offers from around the globe - but the former England captain is not expected to return to the Barclays Premier League. Read
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Clark handed England recall
Jan 09 2013 | National Sport
Northampton forward Calum Clark has been recalled to the England squad for the RBS 6 Nations after serving a 32-week ban for breaking the elbow of an opponent. Read
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Beckham to ponder 12 worldwide offers
Jan 09 2013 | National Sport
David Beckham will make a decision on his future next week with the former England midfielder having received 12 formal offers from around the globe. Read
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Pietersen signs full central contract
Jan 09 2013 | National Sport
Kevin Pietersen's return to the England fold has been finalised after the star batsman signed a full central contract with the England and Wales Cricket Board. Read
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N'Diaye in Sunderland talks
Jan 09 2013 | National Sport
France Under-21 international Alfred N'Diaye is in talks with Sunderland, the club has confirmed. Read
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McCririck begins legal proceedings
Jan 09 2013 | National Sport
Former Channel 4 Racing pundit John McCririck has started legal proceedings against the broadcaster as he seeks damages totalling £3million following his axing from its racing coverage. Read
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New deal for Wisdom
Jan 09 2013 | National Sport
Liverpool defender Andre Wisdom has signed a new long-term contract after establishing himself in the first-team squad this season. Read
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Armstrong to explain all
Jan 09 2013 | National Sport
Lance Armstrong will break his silence over allegations of drug doping after it was announced he is to be interviewed by Oprah Winfrey next week. Read
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Fourie allowed to stay in UK
Jan 09 2013 | National Sport
South Africa-born former England flanker Hendre Fourie has been told by immigration officials he can stay in the United Kingdom, despite voicing fears he could be deported. Read
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Osman talks up Toffees
Jan 09 2013 | National Sport
Leon Osman believes the current Everton team is the best since he made his debut a decade ago. Read
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Morley: Wolves can do the double
Jan 09 2013 | National Sport
Warrington captain Adrian Morley believes his team can justify their tag as favourites to complete the elusive double in 2013. Read
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Derbyshire pull off Chanderpaul coup
Jan 09 2013 | National Sport
West Indies batsman Shivnarine Chanderpaul has signed a two-year contract with LV= County Championship Division One side Derbyshire. Read
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Croft reveals injury nightmare
Jan 09 2013 | National Sport
England and Leicester flanker Tom Croft has revealed how close he came to being paralysed after breaking his neck in the spring. Read
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Daley coach warning over criticism
Jan 09 2013 | National Sport
Tom Daley's coach has warned the diver could quit the sport if he continues to be criticised over his media commitments. Read
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Benitez: Ba arrival will benefit Torres
Jan 09 2013 | National Sport
Interim manager Rafael Benitez believes Demba Ba's arrival at Chelsea will help make Fernando Torres a better player. Read
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Hernandez: We have to stop Mata
Jan 09 2013 | National Sport
Pablo Hernandez has identified his former Valencia room-mate Juan Mata as the man Swansea must stop if they are to see off Chelsea in the semi-finals of the Capital One Cup. Read
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Parkinson: Win was best yet
Jan 09 2013 | National Sport
Bradford manager Phil Parkinson did his best to put a lid on expectation but claimed his side's 3-1 Capital One Cup semi-final first-leg win over Aston Villa at Valley Parade topped their triumph over Arsenal in the previous round. Read
