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Navy 'sends submarine to Falklands'

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 09:33:07 +0000

The Royal Navy is sending a nuclear submarine to the Falkland Islands amid heightened tensions between Britain and Argentina over the disputed islands, it has been reported.

Thousands join anti-Putin protests

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 09:08:03 +0000

Thousands of Russians are taking to the streets of Moscow to demand an end to prime minister Vladimir Putin's rule, challenging his bid to reclaim the presidency in March.

Afghan civilian deaths at record

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 07:49:11 +0000

Last year was the deadliest on record for Afghan civilians, a UN report said, with 3,021 killed in the war.

Gerrard: Suarez return will lift us

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 07:48:01 +0000

Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard believes the return of Luis Suarez will help the club in their bid to secure a top-four finish and win some silverware.

Best calls for Ireland consistency

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 07:43:01 +0000

Rory Best has urged Ireland to build on the consistency they displayed during the World Cup when their RBS 6 Nations opens against Wales on Sunday.

Mancini cool over strikers' form

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 07:33:01 +0000

Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini is backing his misfiring strikers to get his side's title charge back on track.