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01/05/2009 10:58 PM
Blair to get US Medal of Freedom
Former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair will be awarded the US's highest civilian award next week, the White House confirms.


01/05/2009 10:11 PM
Wedgwood goes into administration
A number of firms owned by Waterford Wedgwood enter administration, as the parent firm appoints a receiver.


01/05/2009 09:56 PM
UK soldier wrote home 'every day'
The fiancee of a Devon soldier killed in Afghanistan says he would write letters to her every day.


01/05/2009 08:47 PM
More Arctic temperatures to come
The New Year Arctic weather brings sub-zero temperatures and disruption to parts of the UK, with more freezing conditions expected overnight.


01/05/2009 08:16 PM
Tasers ordered for police forces
Some 5,000 Taser stun guns have been ordered for use by police forces across England and Wales at a cost of £4m.