Jan
2010
Articles from 2nd Jan 2010
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Cartoonist attack: accused in court
Jan 02 2010 | National News
A Somali man has appeared in court in Denmark charged with attempting to murder the artist whose cartoon of the Prophet Muhammad outraged the Muslim world three years ago. Read
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I helped Eminem kick drugs: Elton
Jan 02 2010 | National News
Sir Elton John has revealed that he has helped rapper Eminem with his drug problem but said he would only help people who wanted him to. Read
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Town defiant over Islamic march
Jan 02 2010 | National News
Residents of town famous for honouring dead British soldiers returning from Afghanistan have reacted defiantly to news that a controversial Islamic group is to march through its streets. Read
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More chaos as big freeze continues
Jan 02 2010 | National News
The freezing weather brought widespread chaos as heavy snow created treacherous driving conditions and caused a number of sporting events to be cancelled. Read
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Cameron calls for year of change
Jan 02 2010 | National News
David Cameron has fired the starting gun on the general election campaign, insisting he is the man to lead Britain to a brighter future. Read
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Blast victim 'epitome of a warrior'
Jan 02 2010 | National News
An Army bomb disposal expert who died following an explosion in Afghanistan was the "epitome of a warrior" who showed fearless courage in a bid to make the country safer, his commanding officers has said. Read
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Tributes to 'hero' killed in blast
Jan 02 2010 | National News
An Army bomb disposal expert who died following an explosion in Afghanistan was the "epitome of a warrior", his commanding officer said. Read
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Police foil bid to kill cartoonist
Jan 02 2010 | National News
A Somali man is under heavy guard at a Danish hospital after police stopped him from killing an artist whose cartoon of the Prophet Mohammed outraged the Muslim world. Read
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Cameron unveils 'war cabinet' plan
Jan 02 2010 | National News
David Cameron have unveiled plans for creating a cross-party 'war cabinet' to oversee operations in Afghanistan as he kicked off a potentially long run-in to the general election. Read
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UK-flagged cargo ship hijacked
Jan 02 2010 | National News
A British-flagged cargo ship has been hijacked off the coast of Somalia, officials said. Read
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Legionnaires' inquiry at hospital
Jan 02 2010 | National News
Health chiefs are investigating a possible outbreak of legionnaires' disease at a hospital which was recently under scrutiny for blood-splattered equipment and an unusually high patient mortality rate. Read
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Cameron: 2010 the year for change
Jan 02 2010 | National News
Conservative leader David Cameron has called for economic, social and political change in his first speech of the New Year. Read
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Police urged to clarify web rules
Jan 02 2010 | National News
The Police Federation has called for constabularies to clarify their own internet rules after it was revealed that hundreds of police workers were disciplined for looking at inappropriate online material. Read
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Elton helps Eminem get over drugs
Jan 02 2010 | National News
Sir Elton John has revealed that he has helped rapper Eminem with his drug problem but said he would only help people who wanted him to. Read
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Town 'defiant' over Islamic march
Jan 02 2010 | National News
A town famous for honouring dead British soldiers returning from Afghanistan reacted defiantly to news that a controversial Islamic group is to march through its streets. Read
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Al Qaida blamed for failed attack
Jan 02 2010 | National News
President Barack Obama has blamed al Qaida for an attempted Christmas Day terrorist attack. Read
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Motorists face penalty charge hike
Jan 02 2010 | National News
Motorists face a £15 hike in punishments for driving offences to fund a government scheme for compensating victims of crime. Read
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Major critical of Iraq war motives
Jan 02 2010 | National News
Former Prime Minister Sir John Major has criticised successor Tony Blair over the Iraq war, saying his main motive appeared to have been regime change. Read
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Canoe family suffer hypothermia
Jan 02 2010 | National News
A family of four are recovering from hypothermia after their canoe capsized in an "icy cold" river. Read
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Man shot at home of Mohammed artist
Jan 02 2010 | National News
A man is facing two charges of attempted murder after he was shot by police while trying to enter the home of a cartoonist who outraged many Muslims with his depiction of the Prophet Mohammed, Danish security sources said. Read
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More freezing conditions expected
Jan 02 2010 | National News
The Arctic start to the new year is set to continue for the first half of the month with fresh snowfall, severe frosts and ice on the roads, forecasters have said. Read
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Travellers to pay more for tickets
Jan 02 2010 | National News
Some main line rail fares have risen, with Tube and London bus ticket prices also increasing. Read
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Soldier killed in blast to be named
Jan 02 2010 | National News
An Army bomb disposal expert who died following an explosion in Afghanistan is expected to be named. Read
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Freed hostage back to normal life
Jan 02 2010 | National News
Freed hostage Peter Moore is beginning his return to normal life after spending time with his family. Read
