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'Race role' in tobacco smoke risk

Saturday 17th of March 2007, 0:00
related countries: United States

Race may play a role in how a child's body is affected by cigarette smoke, US research suggests.
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Caution urged on climate 'risks'

Saturday 17th of March 2007, 0:49
related countries: United Kingdom

Two leading UK climate researchers say "overplaying" the global warming message risks confusing the public.
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Iraq unveils reconstruction plan

Saturday 17th of March 2007, 1:14
related countries: Iraq

Iraq spells out a five-year reconstruction plan at a key United Nations conference on its future.
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First gay unions in Mexico City

Saturday 17th of March 2007, 2:25
related countries: Mexico

The first civil partnerships among same-sex couples are celebrated in Mexico City under new legislation.
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Ugandan ex-troops win $2bn payout

Saturday 17th of March 2007, 2:26
related countries: Uganda

Ugandan judges say the government must pay $2bn in back-pay to troops who served under ex-presidents.
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UN hopeful over North Korea deal

Saturday 17th of March 2007, 3:34
related countries: North Korea

The UN's nuclear chief says he is hopeful North Korea will meet a deadline for closing nuclear facilities.
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US soldier guilty in Iraq killing

Saturday 17th of March 2007, 4:45
related countries: Iraq, United States

A US soldier is found guilty of negligent homicide in the deaths of three detainees in Iraq.
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F1: Raikkonen takes pole

Saturday 17th of March 2007, 7:11
related countries: Aruba

Ferrari's Kimi Raikkonen claims pole position for the Australian Grand Prix on Sunday.
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N Korea warning on nuclear deal

Saturday 17th of March 2007, 10:46
related countries: North Korea, United States

North Korean negotiators want the US to free about $25m of frozen assets before any nuclear deal is reached.
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Pressure for Zimbabwe change

Saturday 17th of March 2007, 12:13
related countries: Zimbabwe

As international concern grows over the mistreatment of Morgan Tsvangirai, Peter Biles reports on the mood in Zimbabwe.
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Iraqis killed by chlorine bombs

Saturday 17th of March 2007, 13:53
related countries: Iraq

Three chlorine gas attacks in Iraq kill eight people and wound hundreds, including six US troops.
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European skiers safe in Kashmir

Saturday 17th of March 2007, 14:48
related countries: India
related places: Srinagar

Three European skiers who went missing in the mountains of Indian-administered Kashmir reappear in Srinagar.
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Police clash with Lahore lawyers

Saturday 17th of March 2007, 15:40
related countries: Pakistan
related places: Islamabad

Police in Lahore fire teargas to disperse hundreds of lawyers rallying against the removal of Pakistan's top judge.
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Seven die in Russian air crash

Saturday 17th of March 2007, 15:53
related countries: Russia

At least seven people die and more than 20 are hurt after a passenger aircraft crash-lands in central Russia.
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Tendulkar achieves superhero status

Saturday 17th of March 2007, 16:13
related countries: India

India's star batsman becomes a comic book character
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Rugby: France win Six Nations

Saturday 17th of March 2007, 18:39
related countries: Italy, France, United Kingdom

France claim the Six Nations title on points difference from Ireland as Wales beat England to avoid the Wooden Spoon.
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India-Bangladesh as it happened

Saturday 17th of March 2007, 18:56
related countries: Trinidad and Tobago, Bangladesh

Bangladesh overhaul India's 191 all out for a major World Cup shock.
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AU concern at Zimbabwe violence

Saturday 17th of March 2007, 19:06
related countries: Zimbabwe

The African Union breaks its silence on Zimbabwe, urging the government to respect human rights.
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US accused over environment

Saturday 17th of March 2007, 20:15
related countries: Germany, United States

Germany says the United States has blocked progress on two key issues to protect the global environment.
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Cricket: Bangladesh upset India

Saturday 17th of March 2007, 21:11
related countries: Trinidad and Tobago, India

Bangladesh record a shock five-wicket victory over India in World Cup Group B at the Queen's Park Oval, Trinidad.
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Israel shuns Palestinian cabinet

Saturday 17th of March 2007, 21:20
related countries: Israel

Israel says it will not deal with the new Palestinian coalition government, as its cabinet is sworn into office.
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Ireland shock sends Pakistan home

Saturday 17th of March 2007, 23:01
related countries: Pakistan, Jamaica

Ireland secure a famous win over Pakistan in the World Cup to send the 1992 champions home.
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