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| Garcia apologises for Woods remark Sergio Garcia apologises for making what could be construed as a racist remark about world number one Tiger Woods. Murray withdraws from French Open Andy Murray withdraws from the French Open because of the back injury that forced him out of the Italian Open. Carlton Cole to leave West Ham IPL cricketer denies spot-fixing Indian fast bowler S Sreesanth, arrested over spot-fixing allegations in the Indian Premier League, insists he is innocent. Man City form New York MLS franchise Manchester City have announced a partnership with baseball's New York Yankees to form a new Major League Soccer franchise. Dettori delayed by \'medical issues\' French racing authorities await a response from jockey Frankie Dettori relating to "medical issues" before renewing his licence. Intxausti wins 16th stage of Giro Spain's Benat Intxausti wins stage 16 of the Giro d'Italia as Vincenzo Nibali maintains overall control of the race. Roma punished for Balotelli chants Roma will have to shut down part of their stadium for one game next season after the club's supporters repeated racist chants. Manager Pulis leaves Stoke City Manager Tony Pulis leaves Stoke City by mutual consent following talks with chairman Peter Coates on Tuesday. Kessler ready for Froch rematch Mikkel Kessler says "he is at his peak" before his world title fight against Carl Froch in London on Saturday. Encke will retain trophies, says BHA Encke will retain his trophies because there was no evidence his St Leger win was influenced by doping, says the BHA. |
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| Schedule/results 2012 All the results from around the world as well as the latest schedule. |
Science & Environment
| 10% of UK wildlife \'endangered\' A stocktake of UK nature suggests 60% of animal and plant species have declined in the past 50 years - and one in 10 could end up disappearing. 2013 cold start may mean fruit boom UK fruit growers could enjoy a much better harvest of apples and pears this year, following the dismal crop in 2012, experts believe. Fifty-five beaches meet new rules Fifty five beaches in England meet tough new EU standards on water quality to achieve Blue Flag awards. Ant abilities could aid robot design A study showing how ants tunnel their way through confined spaces could aid the design of search and rescue robots, say scientists. Vaccine developed for farm disease A vaccine to protect sheep and cattle from a livestock virus spread by midges has been approved by government vets. EU bathing water 2012 data released The latest data on EU bathing water quality is released, showing that 93% of more than 22,000 sampled locations meet the minimum standards. Rover drills second rock sample Nasa's Curiosity rover drills a second sample of Martian rock to deliver to its onboard laboratories for analysis in the coming days. Irish potato famine pest identified Scientists have used plant samples collected in the 19th Century to identify the pathogen that caused the Irish potato famine. UK astronaut given station date UK astronaut Tim Peake is to fly to the International Space Station, launching on a Soyuz rocket in November or December 2015. Tree health policy to \'stop spread\' Strengthening biosecurity at UK borders and a plant health risk register would help protect the nation's trees from pests and diseases, a report concludes. |
Arts & Entertainment
| Bowie bassist Bolder dies aged 62 Trevor Bolder, the bassist in David Bowie's legendary 1970s backing band Spiders From Mars, dies from cancer at the age of 62. Tearful Douglas hails Liberace role Film star Michael Douglas breaks down in tears at a press conference in Cannes while discussing his role as flamboyant pianist Liberace. Eric and Ernie\'s writer Braben dies Eddie Braben, the writer behind comedy duo Morecambe and Wise, dies at 82. Sir Elton John to top Hyde Park gig Sir Elton John is to headline a new Hyde Park festival celebrating British songwriters - Ray Davies and Elvis Costello will also play. Doors co-founder Ray Manzarek dies Ray Manzarek, keyboard player and founder member of the 1960s rock band The Doors, dies aged 74 in Germany after a long battle with cancer. Ang Lee \'pulls out\' of TV project Oscar-winning director Ang Lee pulls out of his first TV project, because he needs "some rest", after spending more than four years making and promoting Life of Pi. Musical world hails Wagner birthday The musical world will come together on Wednesday to mark the 200th anniversary of the birth of composer Richard Wagner with a series of programmes and events. Kelly Rowland joins The X Factor USA The singer will appear with Simon Cowell and Demi Lovato along with newcomer Paulina Rubio. Dancing on Ice to be axed The ice skating TV series is to be axed after one further series. Russia: Eurovision snub \'outrageous\' Russia's foreign minister calls Azerbaijan's failure to award any Eurovision points to Russia "outrageous" and promises a response. BBC to boost referendum coverage The BBC announces a new £5m investment package to help boost its coverage of the Scottish independence referendum. Streisand to receive honorary PhD Barbra Streisand is to receive an honorary doctorate of philosophy from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. |
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Front Page
| US rescuers comb tornado-hit area The rescue effort after the Oklahoma twister that killed 24 people nears an end, as it emerges the storm was more powerful than thought. Clegg and PM say coalition will last David Cameron and Nick Clegg promise that the coalition will continue up until polling day in the 2015 general election. Afghan interpreters to get UK visas Up to 600 Afghan interpreters who worked alongside British troops are set to be given the right to live in the UK, in an apparent climbdown by ministers. Cameron to push EU on tax avoidance David Cameron is to urge EU leaders to back action against the tax evasion and "aggressive" tax avoidance he says is costing all nations. Iodine lack \'may lower UK baby IQs\' Mild iodine deficiency during pregnancy could be dimming the intellect of some babies born in the UK, say researchers who studied 1,000 families. Bad weather hits retail sales again UK retail sales in April were 1.3% lower than in March as bad weather continued to dent spending, official figures show. US immigration bill passes hurdle A sweeping immigration bill that would offer a chance of citizenship to millions living in the US illegally takes a stride forward in Congress. Fifty-five beaches meet new rules Fifty five beaches in England meet tough new EU standards on water quality to achieve Blue Flag awards. Imran Khan discharged from hospital Pakistani politician Imran Khan is discharged from hospital two weeks after falling from a platform at an election campaign rally. 2013 cold start may mean fruit boom UK fruit growers could enjoy a much better harvest of apples and pears this year, following the dismal crop in 2012, experts believe. Bowie bassist Bolder dies aged 62 Trevor Bolder, the bassist in David Bowie's legendary 1970s backing band Spiders From Mars, dies from cancer at the age of 62. Mayor drives car into Tesco store A mayor drives his car through the doors of his local Tesco Express. 10% of UK wildlife \'endangered\' A stocktake of UK nature suggests 60% of animal and plant species have declined in the past 50 years - and one in 10 could end up disappearing. Gandhi\'s will and sandals auctioned Mahatma Gandhi's last will and testament sells for more than £50,000 as dozens of Gandhi memorabilia is sold at auction. Apple\'s Tim Cook defends tax claim Apple boss Tim Cook defends its tax strategy at a Senate hearing, after the tech giant is accused of being among America's largest tax avoiders. |
World
| US rescuers comb tornado-hit area The rescue effort after the Oklahoma twister that killed 24 people nears an end, as it emerges the storm was more powerful than thought. Ahmadinejad to contest bar on ally Iran's President Ahmadinejad says he will contest the disqualification of his ally Esfandiar Rahim Mashaei from next month's presidential poll. SAP in autism recruitment drive German software company SAP says it hopes to recruit hundreds of people with autism, saying they have a unique talent for information technology. Kenya leaders named in truth report Kenya's President Uhuru Kenyatta and his deputy are named in connection with post-election violence in a long-awaited report investigating human rights abuses. N Korea leader sends envoy to China North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has sent a special envoy to Beijing, state media announces, amid cooling relations after weeks of tension. IPL cricketer denies spot-fixing Indian fast bowler S Sreesanth, arrested last week over allegations of spot-fixing in the Indian Premier League, insists he is innocent. Tax and energy to dominate EU summit EU leaders will seek to curb tax evasion, which costs EU states 1tn euros a year, and bring down energy prices to boost competition. Egyptian hostages freed in Sinai Seven members of the Egyptian security forces abducted in the Sinai peninsula last week have been freed, officials say. US immigration bill passes hurdle A sweeping immigration bill that would offer a chance of citizenship to millions living in the US illegally takes a stride forward in Congress. Notre-Dame suicide a \'political act\' France's far-right leader Marine Le Pen pays tribute to the man who killed himself in the Notre-Dame de Paris cathedral, saying it was a "political act". Parents quit Singapore death probe The family of a US man found hanged in Singapore withdraw from an inquiry into his death, saying they no longer have confidence in the system. Imran Khan discharged from hospital Pakistani politician Imran Khan is discharged from hospital two weeks after falling from a platform at an election campaign rally. Russia: Eurovision snub \'outrageous\' Russia's foreign minister calls Azerbaijan's failure to award any Eurovision points to Russia "outrageous" and promises a response. Pacy pigeon Bolt sets world record A Belgian racing pigeon called Bolt is sold to a Chinese businessman for a world record price of 310,000 euros (£260,000; $400,000). |
UK
| Afghan interpreters to get UK visas Up to 600 Afghan interpreters who worked alongside British troops are set to be given the right to live in the UK, in an apparent climbdown by ministers. Clegg and PM say coalition will last David Cameron and Nick Clegg promise that the coalition will continue up until polling day in the 2015 general election. 10% of UK wildlife \'endangered\' A stocktake of UK nature suggests 60% of animal and plant species have declined in the past 50 years - and one in 10 could end up disappearing. Cameron to push EU on tax avoidance David Cameron is to urge EU leaders to back action against the tax evasion and "aggressive" tax avoidance he says is costing all nations. Iodine lack \'may lower UK baby IQs\' Mild iodine deficiency during pregnancy could be dimming the intellect of some babies born in the UK, say researchers who studied 1,000 families. Murray withdraws from French Open Andy Murray withdraws from the French Open because of the back injury that forced him out of the Italian Open. 2013 cold start may mean fruit boom UK fruit growers could enjoy a much better harvest of apples and pears this year, following the dismal crop in 2012, experts believe. HMRC to miss tax credit fraud target The UK tax authority's failure to hit a target of reducing tax credit fraud and error has "cost the taxpayer dear", a committee of MPs says. Nationwide mortgage lending rises The UK's largest building society, Nationwide, says its share of the mortgage market has reached a record high. Fifty-five beaches meet new rules Fifty five beaches in England meet tough new EU standards on water quality to achieve Blue Flag awards. |
Politics
| Clegg and PM say coalition will last David Cameron and Nick Clegg promise that the coalition will continue up until polling day in the 2015 general election. Cameron to warn EU summit over tax David Cameron is to urge EU leaders to back action against the tax evasion and "aggressive" tax avoidance he says is costing all nations. Afghan interpreters to get UK visas Up to 600 Afghan interpreters who worked alongside British troops are set to be given the right to live in the UK, in an apparent climbdown by ministers. Commons votes to back gay marriage The House of Commons votes to allow gay marriage in England and Wales, despite 161 MPs opposing the government's plans. Driver held over Commons \'breach\' A woman is detained by police after attempting to drive through the main gates of the House of Commons. Pay more tax, Miliband tells Google Labour leader Ed Miliband is to criticise Google's tax arrangements when he speaks at an event organised by the internet search giant. Union boss clashes with Mandelson Unite leader Len McCluskey hits back at claims by Lord Mandelson that his union is trying to rig Labour candidate selection. Scotland \'can afford independence\' Scotland can "more than afford" to be a successful independent country, its first minister says as he launches a paper outlining the nation's economic strength. NHS boss set to retire next year The head of the NHS in England Sir David Nicholson is stepping down from the post next year. A&E units on cliff edge - NHS chiefs A&E units are on a cliff edge, say NHS leaders as MPs start an inquiry into the state of emergency care. Pound falls after dip in inflation The pound falls after lower fuel prices lead to a lower-than-expected inflation rate of 2.4% for April. Sir Cyril abuse claim inquiry widens Police investigate 10 people over allegations of sex abuse at a residential school after claims former MP Sir Cyril Smith abused boys there. SDLP \'giving two fingers to victims\' The sister of an IRA murder victim has accused the SDLP of "putting two fingers up to victims" over its bid to block a bill on special advisers. |
Business
| Apple\'s Tim Cook defends tax claim Apple boss Tim Cook defends its tax strategy at a Senate hearing, after the tech giant is accused of being among America's largest tax avoiders. Bad weather hits retail sales again UK retail sales in April were 1.3% lower than in March as bad weather continued to dent spending, official figures show. HMRC to miss tax credit fraud target The UK tax authority's failure to hit a target of reducing tax credit fraud and error has "cost the taxpayer dear", a committee of MPs says. Microsoft unveils Xbox One console Microsoft unveils the third generation of its video games console in an event at its headquarters at Redmond, Washington. SAP in autism recruitment drive German software company SAP says it hopes to recruit hundreds of people with autism, saying they have a unique talent for information technology. Nationwide mortgage lending rises The UK's largest building society, Nationwide, says its share of the mortgage market has reached a record high. SSE profits up after cold weather The cold weather helps energy supplier SSE to report a rise in profits, despite disruption from heavy snow and a fine from regulators. Cameron to push EU on tax avoidance David Cameron is to urge EU leaders to back action against the tax evasion and "aggressive" tax avoidance he says is costing all nations. Japan sees 10th trade deficit in row Japan posts its tenth straight monthly trade deficit as a weaker yen increases the cost of imports more than it helps boost exports. Hong Kong probes commodities market Hong Kong Mercantile Exchange, which trades commodities, is being probed by the police and market regulators over alleged financial irregularities. Record closing high for US shares Shares on Wall Street picked up on Tuesday to a new all-time high as investors bet that the US central bank would continue supporting the economy. JP Morgan boss wins shareholder vote JP Morgan chairman and chief executive Jamie Dimon will keep both jobs after shareholders voted in his favour. Marks and Spencer sees profits fall Marks and Spencer reports a big fall in annual profits, as troubles in its clothing division continue. Former Saab cars chiefs arrested Three former top executives from car maker Saab Automobile have been arrested in Sweden on suspicion of accounting fraud charges. Scotland \'can afford independence\' Scotland can "more than afford" to be a successful independent country, its first minister says as he launches a paper outlining the nation's economic strength. |
Technology
| Microsoft unveils Xbox One console Microsoft unveils the third generation of its video games console in an event at its headquarters at Redmond, Washington. Flickr revamp revealed by Yahoo Yahoo revamps its Flickr photo-sharing service, offering users up to 1TB of storage if they accept adverts. Pirate movie sites blocked in UK Big UK net firms have begun blocking access to two movie streaming sites accused of flouting copyright laws. Wi-fi shut down in Guantanamo alert The US military's wireless internet service inside Guantanamo Bay has been shut down following threats by Anonymous hackers Ex-Nokia team makes rival smartphone A smartphone created by former Nokia employees is unveiled ahead of its release later this year. Apple\'s Tim Cook defends tax claim Apple boss Tim Cook defends its tax strategy at a Senate hearing, after the tech giant is accused of being among America's largest tax avoiders. Ant abilities could aid robot design A study showing how ants tunnel their way through confined spaces could aid the design of search and rescue robots, say scientists. China \'state hackers renew attacks\' State-sponsored hackers are renewing their attacks on the US after a three-month hiatus, according to the New York Times. Facebook review \'at all levels\' Facebook tells Newsbeat it will not rush a review of violent content after beheading videos were removed from the site. Pupils \'need early porn warnings\' Young children should hear about the dangers of pornography as soon as they have access to the internet, head teachers say. Vodafone sales hit by European slump Vodafone's full-year sales slip for the first time in eight years as tough economic conditions in Europe take their toll on customers. Millions hit in Yahoo Japan hack Up to 22 million login names may have been stolen during a hack attack on Yahoo Japan, the web firm warns. Man lists 12,000 call menu options An IT manager who grew frustrated with call centre menus has catalogued shortcuts to thousands of phone services Mixed review for BBC Online services A review of BBC Online and the Red Button service by the BBC Trust finds audiences are served well but BBC Online has failed to hit its reach target. US questions Google on Glass privacy US politicians are seeking reassurances from Google that its smart spectacles will respect personal privacy. |
Health
| Iodine lack \'may lower UK baby IQs\' Mild iodine deficiency during pregnancy could be dimming the intellect of some babies born in the UK, say researchers who studied 1,000 families. NHS boss set to retire next year The head of the NHS in England Sir David Nicholson is stepping down from the post next year. A&E units on cliff edge - NHS chiefs A&E units are on a cliff edge, say NHS leaders as MPs start an inquiry into the state of emergency care. Flu drug bill \'shocking waste\' The government squandered taxpayers' money on a drug to treat flu, a public spending watchdog says. Deadly virus kills Tunisian man A man has died of the novel coronavirus (NCoV) in Tunisia, in what is believed to be the first such case in Africa. Specialist hospital care plans due A major shake-up for specialist hospital services, including A&E, will be announced later by five health boards in south Wales. Bed-sharing \'raises cot death risk\' Sharing a bed with your newborn baby increases the risk of sudden death syndrome - commonly known as cot death - fivefold, research suggests. Bipolar woman\'s battle for abortion The High Court in London is judging whether a pregnant woman with bipolar disorder has the mental capacity to request an abortion. NHS urged to improve use of drips The lives of hospital patients who are put on a drip are being placed at risk by poor attention by staff to intravenous fluid care, experts warn. Chief inspector of GPs post created A chief inspector of GPs is to be appointed as part of a push to improve services outside of hospitals, ministers are set to announce. Premature babies have \'brain arrest\' Premature birth may interrupt vital brain development processes, medical scans reveal. Hospital criticised on patient death An Essex hospital is criticised by a health watchdog for "missing opportunities" to save the life of a woman with disabilities. Fatal \'superbug\' not being monitored One of the most concerning classes of hospital 'superbug' is not being tracked by the Department of Health, it is revealed. Joint \'NHS and care budget needed\' Ministers have been told they must go further with their overhaul of social care in England by merging its budget with the NHS. Barefoot running injury concern The trend for barefoot running could lead to injuries in some runners, a small study suggests. |
Education & Family
| East End music free school approved A music school for deprived teenagers in east London and two schools for autistic children are among the latest wave of free schools to be approved. UK shared exam system faces break up The shared A-level and GCSE system for England, Wales and Northern Ireland should no longer be continued, says Education Secretary Michael Gove. University course made for cheating Cheating by students is being investigated in a US university course dedicated to understanding the hidden world of academic deception. School cuts \'no harm to standards\' A think tank report argues that 18% of public spending on schools could be cut without damaging standards. FE college teaching \'must improve\' An advisory group for Labour calls for a tougher line on teaching standards in further education colleges. Student \'suicidal thoughts\' warning There is an unidentified problem with stress, depression and suicidal thoughts on university campuses, warns a survey from the National Union of Students. O\'Dowd makes A-level re-sit changes Education Minister John O'Dowd has announced some changes to A-levels in Northern Ireland following a local consultation. Parents of truants to face fines Parents of children who are regular school truants are to be fined up to £120 from September, says the Welsh government. Pupils \'need early porn warnings\' Young children should hear about the dangers of pornography as soon as they have access to the internet, head teachers say. Walk-to-school numbers \'falling\' Fewer children are walking to school in the UK, campaigners say. Targets \'risk pupil well-being\' Pupils' well-being and education should not be sacrificed to meet new targets, the leader of a head teachers' union tells its annual conference. Minister heckled by head teachers Education Secretary Michael Gove receives one of the angriest receptions of his three years in office as he appears before head teachers in Birmingham. \'Fanatical\' Gove attacked by union The education secretary is like a "fanatical personal trainer" who urges schools to jump higher and run faster, a head teachers' leader is to say. |