Feb
2013
Articles from 2nd Feb 2013
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David Moyes urges Everton FC players to recapture spirit of 12 months ago
Feb 02 2013 | Everton FC News
DAVID Moyes has urged his Everton FC charges to recapture the spirit of a year ago as they bid to remain in the hunt for a top four finish. Read
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No concerns over Liverpool FC's defensive capabilities says assistant boss Colin Pascoe
Feb 02 2013 | Liverpool FC News
Liverpool FC assistant manager Colin Pascoe insists they have no concerns over their defensive capabilities despite some recent slip-ups. Read
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PM denies 'black money' allegations
Feb 02 2013 | UK & World News
Spain's prime minister has denied reports that allege he and members of his governing Popular Party accepted or made under-the-table payments. Read
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Minister admits smacking children
Feb 02 2013 | UK & World News
Justice Secretary Chris Grayling has defended parents' right to smack their children and admitted he did it to his own, it has emerged. Read
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Suspect device found at church
Feb 02 2013 | UK & World News
A suspect device has been discovered at a Catholic church in Co Antrim. Read
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Three men survive avalanche fall
Feb 02 2013 | UK & World News
Three men have survived falling 150 metres in an avalanche in the Scottish mountains. Read
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Police probe teenage girl's murder
Feb 02 2013 | UK & World News
Police are investigating the murder of a caring teenage college student who suffered multiple stab wounds in a frenzied attack before an attempt was made to burn her body. Read
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Oil spill 'could kill more birds'
Feb 02 2013 | UK & World News
More sea birds could die from a pollution spill that has contaminated England's south coast, wildlife experts have said. Read
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Bankers' bonuses 'must cover fines'
Feb 02 2013 | UK & World News
George Osborne has told bankers they must give up their bonuses to pay international fines imposed for the Libor rate-rigging scandal. Read
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Groundhog predicts early spring
Feb 02 2013 | UK & World News
It is Groundhog Day and Punxsutawney Phil has made his prediction - he says expect an early spring. Read
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Alleyway girl 'stabbed in head'
Feb 02 2013 | UK & World News
A 16-year-old girl was fatally stabbed to the head and face before attempts were made to set her on fire in an alleyway. Read
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Alcohol labelling plans considered
Feb 02 2013 | UK & World News
The calorie content of beer, wine and spirits will be displayed on the bottle or can under measures being considered by the Government. Read
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Man held over flag protest comments
Feb 02 2013 | UK & World News
A man has been arrested in connection with comments made on a social media site about flag protests. Read
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Five men deny gang rape charges
Feb 02 2013 | UK & World News
Five men have pleaded not guilty after being formally indicted on 13 charges, including rape and murder, in the fatal gang rape of a woman on a bus in New Delhi. Read
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Central health database condemned
Feb 02 2013 | UK & World News
Privacy campaigners and medical groups have condemned a move that will see GPs hand over patients' confidential records to a central information bank. Read
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Probe continues into oil pollution
Feb 02 2013 | UK & World News
Those responsible for a spill that could have caused the deaths of hundreds of sea birds along England's south coast could be prosecuted, wildlife experts say. Read
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Hollande in jubilant Timbuktu visit
Feb 02 2013 | UK & World News
Francois Hollande has landed in the Malian town of Timbuktu, making a triumphant visit six days after French forces parachuted in to liberate it from the rule of al-Qaida-linked militants. Read
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Zero alcohol limit urged for young
Feb 02 2013 | UK & World News
Half of UK motorists would welcome a zero drink-driving alcohol limit for young drivers, according to a survey. Read
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Gay marriage plans 'not enough'
Feb 02 2013 | UK & World News
The Government's gay marriage proposals do not go far enough, according to a poll of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community. Read
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French president to visit Timbuktu
Feb 02 2013 | UK & World News
French armoured personnel carriers have lined the streets of Timbuktu ahead of the arrival of French president Francois Hollande. Read
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Young robbers jailed for shop raid
Feb 02 2013 | UK & World News
Two teenage robbers who raided a jewellery store and then shot at members of the public as they gave chase have been jailed. Read
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Seabirds die in oily pollution
Feb 02 2013 | UK & World News
An illegal dumping of cargo oil at sea could have caused the deaths of hundreds of sea birds along England's south coast, an expert said. Read
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Hackers attack Twitter accounts
Feb 02 2013 | UK & World News
Twitter has become the latest victim in a number of high-profile cyber-attacks against media companies, saying hackers may have gained access to information on 250,000 of its more than 200 million active users. Read
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PM to meet presidents for talks
Feb 02 2013 | UK & World News
David Cameron will meet the presidents of Afghanistan and Pakistan this weekend as part of efforts to prevent a Taliban resurgence when British troops leave. Read
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'Red tape binding youth jobs drive'
Feb 02 2013 | UK & World News
Attempts to get more than a million young people into work are being hampered by excessive bureaucracy and central government control, council leaders have claimed. Read
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PM faces marriage tax breaks revolt
Feb 02 2013 | UK & World News
David Cameron faces a fresh backlash from Tory backbenchers after it emerged that marriage tax breaks will not be included in next month's Budget. Read
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Wirral set for ‘unprecedented’ £77m budget crisis
Feb 02 2013 | Liverpool News
WIRRAL council is facing an unprecedented need to save £77m this coming year – twice the figure which had previously been thought. Read
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Brough inspires Giants
Feb 02 2013 | National Sport
Huddersfield made it a miserable start at Langtree Park for former coach Nathan Brown with a 40-4 success - their first away win over St Helens for 35 years. Read
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Rooney effort enough for Fulham defeat
Feb 02 2013 | National Sport
Wayne Rooney's solitary goal turned the spotlight on Manchester United's Barclays Premier League title rivals after they beat Fulham 1-0 in a match which was interrupted by floodlight failure at Craven Cottage. Read
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England secure impressive win
Feb 02 2013 | National Sport
Billy Twelvetrees marked an impressive international debut with one of England's four tries as Stuart Lancaster's men overcame Scotland 38-18 to retain the Calcutta Cup in style. Read
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South Africa in control
Feb 02 2013 | National Sport
South Africa were in a commanding position at stumps on day two of the first Test at the Wanderers, having reached 207 for three to extend their overall lead to 411 after dismissing Pakistan for a record-low Test score of 49. Read
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Carroll effort enough for Hammers
Feb 02 2013 | National Sport
Andy Carroll gave his team's fight against relegation a much-needed boost as West Ham edged past Swansea 1-0 to record just their second win of 2013. Read
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Fellaini inspires Toffees fightback
Feb 02 2013 | National Sport
Aston Villa threw away a two-goal lead as Marouane Fellaini's second of the match deep into added time denied the visitors a much-needed Barclays Premier League win at Goodison Park as the game finished 3-3. Read
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Podolski goal secures Arsenal victory
Feb 02 2013 | National Sport
Lukas Podolski's deflected free-kick proved the difference as Arsenal eked out a much-needed 1-0 victory against Stoke. Read
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Sissoko seals last-gasp win over Chelsea
Feb 02 2013 | National Sport
Moussa Sissoko paid off a sizeable part of his transfer fee with a superb double to hand Newcastle a precious 3-2 victory over European champions Chelsea. Read
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Remy blow for QPR
Feb 02 2013 | National Sport
QPR's battle for Barclays Premier League survival suffered another setback with confirmation striker Loic Remy had suffered a groin injury in training, manager Harry Redknapp revealed after the goalless draw with Norwich. Read
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Bunn hero as Canaries hold Hoops
Feb 02 2013 | National Sport
Norwich goalkeeper Mark Bunn saved a penalty as big-spending QPR were held to a goalless draw at Loftus Road. Read
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Ireland too strong for Wales
Feb 02 2013 | National Sport
Ireland made an impressive start to the RBS 6 Nations with a 30-22 win over Wales, as the Celtic rivals produced a gripping tournament opener at the Millennium Stadium. Read
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Proteas turn screw on sorry Pakistan
Feb 02 2013 | National Sport
South Africa's openers showed Pakistan how it was done at the Wanderers this afternoon, reaching 73 without loss at tea to extend their overall lead to 277 after dismissing the tourists for a record-low Test score of 49. Read
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Gallacher boosted by late eagle
Feb 02 2013 | National Sport
Two days after matching his best ever European Tour round, Scotland's Stephen Gallacher amazingly went one better in Dubai. Read
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Pakistan skittled for record low
Feb 02 2013 | National Sport
Pakistan were dismissed for their lowest Test score on Saturday, South Africa skittling the tourists for just 49 in their first innings at the Wanderers. Read
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Ferdinand happy to wait for new deal
Feb 02 2013 | National Sport
Rio Ferdinand is keen to extend his stay with Manchester United beyond the end of the season and is unconcerned by a lack of discussions about a new contract. Read
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Mancini eyeing replacement for Balotelli
Feb 02 2013 | National Sport
Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini expects to be able to replace Mario Balotelli in the summer. Read
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Ancelotti wants Beckham to match Maldini
Feb 02 2013 | National Sport
Paris St Germain coach Carlo Ancelotti has hailed the arrival of David Beckham, claiming the midfielder can match the longevity of Paolo Maldini and saying the former England captain can help the Ligue 1 club achieve great things. Read
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Redknapp defends spending
Feb 02 2013 | National Sport
Harry Redknapp believes QPR's spending is being unfairly scrutinised. Read
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Clarke gives take on Odemwingie saga
Feb 02 2013 | National Sport
West Brom manager Steve Clarke has acknowledged he would have conducted himself differently to the way QPR have handled the Peter Odemwingie transfer saga. Read
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Alonso happy to sit out Jerez test
Feb 02 2013 | National Sport
Ferrari's Fernando Alonso has played down the significance of his absence from the opening pre-season test at Jerez next week. Read
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Brown optimistic for Saints
Feb 02 2013 | National Sport
Nathan Brown is hoping his tinkering will bring back the trophy-winning days to St Helens. Read
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Wright feels strain in New Zealand damp
Feb 02 2013 | National Sport
Luke Wright was an early, but not yet worrying, casualty of a damp England training session in Whangarei on Saturday morning. Read
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Rowntree calls for England dominance
Feb 02 2013 | National Sport
Graham Rowntree demanded England prove in Saturday's Calcutta Cup showdown with Scotland that their historic triumph over New Zealand was just the start of things to come. Read
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McDermott not getting carried away
Feb 02 2013 | National Sport
Leeds coach Brian McDermott admits his side may find it difficult to consistently reach the standards they hit in the 36-6 season-opening victory over Hull at Headingley. Read
