Archive for November 20th, 2008

Diplomats honoured for saving Jews

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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US judge orders Algerians freed

Five Algerians held at Guantanamo Bay without charge for almost seven years must be freed, a US judge has ruled.
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UK charities in Congo appeal

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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DC’s mammoth inauguration buildup

Despite Barack Obama’s inauguration still being two months away, Washington DC’s preparations are already well under way.
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Shannon hidden inside bed

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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RBS boss apologises over losses

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 price below $50 a barrel

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 on Top of the Pops return

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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Rape cases rise in Congo crisis

Aid workers are reporting a significant increase in rape cases as fighting continues in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
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