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- Libya marks uprising anniversary
- Libyans are marking the first anniversary of the uprising that led to the overthrow of Col Gaddafi, with celebrations planned across the country.
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- Man City to report 'racist' abuse
- Manchester City plan to complain to Uefa about the alleged racial abuse suffered by some of their players during Thursday's Europa League game at Porto.
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- Honeymoons for foodies
- From Reims to Tokyo to Sonoma, discover epicurean delights with your true love.
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- The trust issue
- Increased connectivity enables workplace flexibility, but for it to work effectively it also requires a relationship of total trust between people, writes Jean-Philippe Courtois, President of Microsoft International.
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- History's shocking styles
- Step aside Lady Gaga, fashion has been scandalising for centuries. Here are some styles from history that have startled and even outraged.
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- Where are the poor in Singapore?
- The thought of poor people may seem at odds with the city's reputation as an Asian financial hub and shoppers' haven. But the realities on the ground paint a different picture.
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- Life models stay under wraps
- There is an ancient tradition of life drawing in India, but models who are willing to pose naked are becoming a rare sight as the art form is faced with increasing political pressure and social stigma.
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UN assembly adopts Syria motion
A resolution condemning human rights violations in Syria and calling for President Assad to stand down is passed by the UN General Assembly.
Row erupts over HK hopeful cellar
Henry Tang, tipped to be Hong Kong's next chief executive, blames his wife over an illegal basement in their home that has sparked a media frenzy.
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Sergio Aguero climbs off the substitutes bench to earn Manchester City a dramatic Europa League win.
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Houston funeral streamed online
The family of the late singer Whitney Houston will allow a single video camera to record her funeral service, which takes place on Saturday.
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'Pharmacy on a chip' gets closer
US scientists say they have taken a step towards microchips being implanted under a patient's skin to control the release of drugs.
Technology
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Apple wins 'slide-to-unlock' case
Apple has won a "significant" patent dispute over Motorola Mobility surrounding a "slide-to-unlock" feature on smartphones.
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Trust aims for nature generation
The UK should move towards being a nation of nature-lovers, say National Trust leaders, with a campaign for children in the pipeline.
Travel
- Vintage Niagara Falls in winter
- For generations, visitors have flocked to the border between the US and Canada to see the natural wonder of Niagara Falls. Explore the icy beauty as they looked in the early 1900s.
- Mexico’s best-kept secrets
- Hire a set of wheels to explore this huge and varied country, and discover Unesco-listed nature reserves, dramatic landscapes, historic towns, Maya ruins and uncrowded surf spots.
- The world’s toughest adventures
- From completing Bhutan’s Snowman trek to cycling the Tour d’Afrique, these feats of endurance and endeavour push you to your mental and physical limits.
- The best weather apps for travel
- Avoid the hype with these global apps that provide updates and forecasts on the fly.
- Gambling in the Big Apple
- Take the A train to Resorts World, a bustling Queens casino that pales in comparison to Las Vegas but gives New Yorkers a closer option than Atlantic City or Connecticut.
- Honeymoons for spa-lovers
- Wedding planning certainly tests your tolerance for stress. After your aisle-walking days are behind you, bring on the relaxation at these wellness destinations.
- English comedy in Buenos Aires
- The first English language stand-up comedy show has arrived in the Argentinean capital, with both local and expat performers.
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A thirst for spy planes
The demand for drones is set to skyrocket in Asia which means new players battling for market share.
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