British diplomats based in Nazi Europe before the outbreak of the World War II have been honoured for their role in helping save the lives of thousands of Jews.
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Five Algerians held at Guantanamo Bay without charge for almost seven years must be freed, a US judge has ruled.
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The UK’s leading aid charities have launched an appeal to help victims of the “increasing” humanitarian crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
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Despite Barack Obama’s inauguration still being two months away, Washington DC’s preparations are already well under way.
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A jury at Leeds Crown Court has been shown a photograph of the space under the divan bed where missing schoolgirl Shannon Matthews was found.
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The Royal Bank of Scotland’s chairman has told shareholders he was “profoundly sorry” for the financial and human cost that the bank’s troubles have caused.
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Oil prices have fallen below $50 a barrel for the first time since May 2005 amid fears of recession.
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Sir Jimmy Savile, one of the original presenters of Top of the Pops, talks about the show’s special appeal, as it prepares for a Christmas comeback.
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Aid workers are reporting a significant increase in rape cases as fighting continues in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
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France’s ambassador to the UN has called for more action to protect humanitarian aid deliveries in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
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