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2013
Articles from 25th Feb 2013
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Norwich 2 Everton FC 1 - Ian Doyle's verdict on a damaging defeat for EFC
Feb 25 2013 | Everton FC News
JABBING a finger first at his watch and then the officials, David Moyes was a figure of fury as he rushed on to the Carrow Road pitch. Read
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Steven Naismith backs Nikica Jelavic to end Everton FC goal drought
Feb 25 2013 | Everton FC News
STEVEN NAISMITH is convinced misfiring Everton striker Nikica Jelavic will not wilt as he struggles to end his goalscoring drought. Read
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Martin Kelly relishing Liverpool FC battle for first-team place
Feb 25 2013 | Liverpool FC News
MARTIN KELLY is relishing the prospect of fighting for a place in the Liverpool side when he returns to action later this season. Read
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New blast shakes Syrian capital
Feb 25 2013 | UK & World News
A huge explosion has shaken the city of Damascus, according to residents and Syria's state-run TV. Read
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Police probe Rennard allegations
Feb 25 2013 | UK & World News
Scotland Yard is investigating "whether or not criminal activity has taken place" following allegations of inappropriate behaviour towards women by Liberal Democrat peer Lord Rennard. Read
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Italy election heads to a stand-off
Feb 25 2013 | UK & World News
Italy's crucial elections appear to be heading toward deadlock according to initial results. The centre-left forces of Pier Luigi Bersani moved ahead in the lower house of parliament and the camp of former premier Silvio Berlusconi gained the upper hand in the equally powerful senate. Read
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Legal bid over 'Bulger killer pics'
Feb 25 2013 | UK & World News
A number of Twitter users who posted photos claiming to show James Bulger's killer Jon Venables face a possible jail sentence after Britain's chief legal adviser launched contempt proceedings against them. Read
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Lib Dem: We 'screwed up on Rennard'
Feb 25 2013 | UK & World News
Pressure continues to mount on Nick Clegg, as Liberal Democrat president Tim Farron admitted the party "screwed up" its response to allegations of improper behaviour by former chief executive Lord Rennard. Read
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No pope vote as cardinal resigns
Feb 25 2013 | UK & World News
The Catholic Church in Britain has been left with no vote in the forthcoming conclave to elect a successor to Pope Benedict XVI following the resignation of its most senior cleric amid allegations of "inappropriate" behaviour towards fellow priests. Read
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Sex offender jailed over vet murder
Feb 25 2013 | UK & World News
A serial sex offender with "perverted desires" has been jailed for life for the rape and murder of Irish vet Catherine Gowing. Read
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Osborne 'the downgraded Chancellor'
Feb 25 2013 | UK & World News
George Osborne has been labelled the "downgraded Chancellor" and accused of being in "complete denial" over the loss of the UK's prized AAA credit rating. Read
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Contempt moves over Bulger killers
Feb 25 2013 | UK & World News
Contempt proceedings are to be brought against a number of people who posted photos claiming to show James Bulger killers Jon Venables or Robert Thompson on the internet, the Attorney General said. Read
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Polls show voters reject Berlusconi
Feb 25 2013 | UK & World News
Italian voters have apparently rejected Silvio Berlusconi's bid for a triumphant comeback with election exit polls showing a centre-left coalition in the lead. Read
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Centre left takes early poll lead
Feb 25 2013 | UK & World News
Exit polls show Pier Luigi Bersani's centre left coalition leading in an Italian election that is testing the country's resolve to maintain painful economic reforms. Read
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Father 'paranoid' over custody case
Feb 25 2013 | UK & World News
A father accused of killing his six children in a house fire had become "paranoid" about losing them in an upcoming custody battle, a court has heard. Read
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Ikea withdraws batch of meatballs
Feb 25 2013 | UK & World News
Furniture giant Ikea has withdrawn a batch of its traditional meatballs from sale in its UK stores after horse meat was discovered by Czech authorities. Read
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Pryce jury told slate 'wiped clean'
Feb 25 2013 | UK & World News
The jurors at the retrial of Chris Huhne's ex-wife have been urged to ignore anything they knew about the case and to "wipe the slate clean". Read
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Osborne faces MPs over rating blow
Feb 25 2013 | UK & World News
George Osborne is to answer to MPs for the loss of the UK's prized AAA credit rating, after Labour was granted an urgent question in the House of Commons on the issue. Read
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Church in turmoil as cardinal quits
Feb 25 2013 | UK & World News
The Catholic Church in Britain is in turmoil after its most senior cleric, Cardinal Keith O'Brien, who faces allegations of "inappropriate" behaviour, announced he is stepping down. Read
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British Gas to create 'green jobs'
Feb 25 2013 | UK & World News
British Gas has unveiled plans to create 1,000 "green" jobs over the next three years for young, unemployed people. Read
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Romanian PM eases 'invasion' fears
Feb 25 2013 | UK & World News
Britain can "rest assured" that Romanians will not rush to Britain when access restrictions are lifted at the end of the year, the country's prime minister has said. Read
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Rating downgrade hits sterling
Feb 25 2013 | UK & World News
Britain's loss of its prized AAA credit rating intensified the pressure on sterling, despite another rally for London's top flight shares index. Read
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Car deliberately driven at police
Feb 25 2013 | UK & World News
Two policemen were injured when a car was deliberately driven at them after a routine stop. Read
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'Nothing to hide' on Rennard: Clegg
Feb 25 2013 | UK & World News
Nick Clegg has insisted that he has "got nothing to hide" over the way he dealt with concerns raised over alleged inappropriate behaviour by the Liberal Democrats' former chief executive, Lord Rennard. Read
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Most cannot name their police boss
Feb 25 2013 | UK & World News
Almost 90% of people cannot name the police and crime commissioner (PCC) for their area, according to a new poll. Read
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Oil investment at 30-year high
Feb 25 2013 | UK & World News
Investment in the North Sea oil and gas industry is at its highest for over 30 years, according to a report. Read
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Cameron to hold talks with Kerry
Feb 25 2013 | UK & World News
New US secretary of state John Kerry is to hold talks with David Cameron on his first foreign visit. Read
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Osborne braced for rating reaction
Feb 25 2013 | UK & World News
George Osborne is braced for financial markets to deliver their first reaction to Britain's loss of its prized AA credit rating. Read
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Clegg faces questions over Rennard
Feb 25 2013 | UK & World News
Nick Clegg is facing questions over a cover-up after he admitted knowing five years ago that there were concerns about alleged sexual harassment by Lord Rennard. Read
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Oscars host Seth starts the show
Feb 25 2013 | UK & World News
This year's Oscars kicked off with host Seth MacFarlane introducing the show. Read
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Rolex tops superbrands list again
Feb 25 2013 | UK & World News
Swiss watchmaker Rolex has retained its place at the top of an annual list of UK superbrands. Read
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Money value 'falls 67% in 30 years'
Feb 25 2013 | UK & World News
The value of money has plummeted by two thirds (67%) over the last 30 years as the cost of everyday goods has rocketed, research has found. Read
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One in three 'not saving any money'
Feb 25 2013 | UK & World News
Almost one third of the UK population, equating to 15 million people, is not managing to put away anything in savings, a report has warned. Read
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UKBA 'endangers pregnant refugees'
Feb 25 2013 | UK & World News
UK border officials have been attacked in a damning report for endangering the health of hundreds of pregnant women and their babies. Read
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'Concern' over Google privacy rules
Feb 25 2013 | UK & World News
The majority of Britons are concerned about their online privacy and back an investigation into internet giant Google's data policies, campaigners have said. Read
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Guide explains law changes to young
Feb 25 2013 | UK & World News
Children and young people will be given a guide written specifically for them to explain how changes to the law could affect their lives. Read
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Parents struggling to feed children
Feb 25 2013 | UK & World News
Children are being sent to school with cold chips or a packet of biscuits in their lunchbox as families face a squeeze on their budgets, a new survey claims. Read
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Stars hit red carpet for the Oscars
Feb 25 2013 | UK & World News
Some of Hollywood's biggest stars have strolled down the red carpet ahead of the Oscars. Read
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Stock Market report: February 25, 2013
Feb 25 2013 | Business News
London’s top flight index appeared to shrug off the loss of the UK’s AAA credit today, with subdued trading across the Atlantic proving a greater concern to investors. Read
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Manchester set to take part in Liverpool's International Festival of Business
Feb 25 2013 | Business News
LIVERPOOL’S hosting of the International Festival of Business in 2014 is making such a “phenomenal” impact that even its great rival Manchester is set to take part. Read
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Primark driving ABF figures
Feb 25 2013 | Business News
Primark delivered more forecast-busting sales figures today after an “outstanding” performance over the winter. Read
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Business Week Ahead - your briefing on what's happening from February 25 to March 1
Feb 25 2013 | Business News
HELLO and welcome to the Business Week Ahead - a weekly briefing and analysis on events to watch out for across the next seven days. Read
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Vigil held in Liverpool today for Beatles legend George Harrison’s 70th birthday
Feb 25 2013 | Liverpool News
A VIGIL was being held today for what would have been Beatle George Harrison’s 70th birthday. Read
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Nick Clegg’s office knew of sexual harrassment claims about Liverpool-born Lord Rennard
Feb 25 2013 | Liverpool News
NICK Clegg has admitted his office knew for years of claims that the Liverpool-born former chief executive of the Liberal Democrats had sexually molested staff. Read
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Legislation on HS2 trainline which will speed up Liverpool to London rail journeys to be announced
Feb 25 2013 | Liverpool News
LEGISLATION for a high speed rail line which will cut journey times from Liverpool to London was announced today. Read
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Bale bags brace as Spurs move into third
Feb 25 2013 | National Sport
Gareth Bale scored yet another brilliant last-gasp winner to move Tottenham up to third after a cracking London derby in which they edged West Ham 3-2 at Upton Park. Read
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Contract extension for Schneiderlin
Feb 25 2013 | National Sport
Midfielder Morgan Schneiderlin has signed a four-year contract extension at Southampton. Read
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Sutton predicts bright future
Feb 25 2013 | National Sport
Great Britain's next generation of track cyclists are "heading towards greatness", according to head coach Shane Sutton. Read
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Kearney sticks up for under-fire Kidney
Feb 25 2013 | National Sport
Ireland full-back Rob Kearney insists only the players can be held accountable for a troubled RBS 6 Nations campaign that appears to be doing terminal harm to the reign of head coach Declan Kidney. Read
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Cahill admits Blues are fatigued
Feb 25 2013 | National Sport
Defender Gary Cahill believes a "ridiculous" fixture list is endangering Chelsea's hopes of qualifying for the Champions League. Read
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Toure: We'll keep pushing United
Feb 25 2013 | National Sport
Manchester City talisman Yaya Toure has vowed not to give up in the title race. Read
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Ford expected to face Wales
Feb 25 2013 | National Sport
Scotland hooker Ross Ford should be fit to face Wales in a fortnight despite having to have his face patched up following the side's RBS 6 Nations win over Ireland. Read
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Rangel backs Laudrup for manager prize
Feb 25 2013 | National Sport
Angel Rangel believes Michael Laudrup should be named manager of the year after leading Swansea to the first major silverware of their 101-year history. Read
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BT acquire ESPN channels
Feb 25 2013 | National Sport
BT's emergence as a serious challenger to BSkyB for sports rights continued after it was announced that the telecommunications giant has acquired ESPN's UK and Ireland TV channels business. Read
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Parkinson focuses on play-off push
Feb 25 2013 | National Sport
Phil Parkinson is ready to open talks over a new Bradford contract - but he also has a promotion campaign to plan for. Read
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Parkinson reveals fear factor
Feb 25 2013 | National Sport
Bradford manager Phil Parkinson admitted he feared a second-half massacre in the Capital One Cup final against Swansea at Wembley on Sunday. Read
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Salford make ambitious bid for Tomkins
Feb 25 2013 | National Sport
New Salford owner Dr Marwan Koukash has made an audacious and unlikely bid to sign Wigan and England star Sam Tomkins. Read
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Michu makes Laudrup plea
Feb 25 2013 | National Sport
Michu helped fire Swansea to Wembley glory and then told manager Michael Laudrup to ignore any potential suitors and lead the Welsh club back into European competition. Read
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Balotelli reportedly racially abused
Feb 25 2013 | National Sport
Mario Balotelli's return to the Milan derby was marred on Sunday night by reports of racial abuse from supporters of his former club Inter. Read
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Poulter rising but Kuchar takes glory
Feb 25 2013 | National Sport
Matt Kuchar and Ian Poulter are both back in the world's top 10, but it is the American who is really celebrating. Read
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James returns with star status
Feb 25 2013 | National Sport
Becky James returned home from Minsk a double world champion and the new star of the Great Britain track cycling team. Read
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Anderson: Wakefield deserved to win
Feb 25 2013 | National Sport
Huddersfield coach Paul Anderson watched his side maintain the only 100% record in Super League with a nailbiting 18-16 victory at Wakefield before admitting the best team lost. Read
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Young - Irish were worthy winners
Feb 25 2013 | National Sport
Wasps director of rugby Dai Young conceded his high-flying side were second-best as they crumbled to a 30-19 defeat to London Irish at the Madejski Stadium. Read
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Mancini not concerned by standings
Feb 25 2013 | National Sport
Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini told his players to ignore the table after beating Chelsea to keep their faint Barclays Premier League title hopes alive. Read
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Ireland 'ashamed' after defeat
Feb 25 2013 | National Sport
Donnacha O'Callaghan admitted Ireland felt "a bit ashamed" by Sunday's 12-8 RBS 6 Nations defeat to Scotland at Murrayfield. Read
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Pardew demands top-four form
Feb 25 2013 | National Sport
Newcastle boss Alan Pardew has demanded top-four form from his team after seeing them edge themselves six points clear of the battle for Barclays Premier League survival. Read
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Johnson reminded of Rumble in the Jungle
Feb 25 2013 | National Sport
Scotland interim head coach Scott Johnson watched his team do the rugby equivalent of the rope-a-dope then admitted it will not do if the team are to mount a serious RBS 6 Nations title challenge. Read
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Laudrup shoulders blame for penalty row
Feb 25 2013 | National Sport
Swansea manager Michael Laudrup has held his hands up over the spot-kick spat in Sunday's Capital One Cup final at Wembley. Read
