World & UK News for 16 February 2012

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UN General Assembly condemns Syria Feb 16 2012

The United Nations General Assembly has approved a resolution backing an Arab League plan that calls for Syria's president to step down and strongly condemns human rights violations by his regime.Read

Underwear bomber jailed for life Feb 16 2012

A Nigerian who tried to blow up an international flight near Detroit on behalf of al Qaida has been sentenced to life in prison without parole.Read

Aretha to sing at Whitney's funeral Feb 16 2012

Aretha Franklin and Stevie Wonder will sing at the private funeral for Whitney Houston on Saturday in what promises to be a very musical service.Read

I'll treasure my CBE, says Corbett Feb 16 2012

Comedian Ronnie Corbett has spoken of his delight at receiving the CBE from the Queen at Buckingham Palace.Read

Strike ballot challenge dismissed Feb 16 2012

A legal challenge by a leading construction firm against a strike ballot in a long-running row over pay and conditions has been dismissed.Read

MMR row doctor decision 'fair' Feb 16 2012

The decision to strike off an eminent doctor over the MMR jab controversy has been defended at the High Court as "just and fair - not wrong".Read

Judge jails 'evil' killer for life Feb 16 2012

A judge has said he was close to tears as he jailed a murderer who he branded "cold-blooded" and "evil beyond belief" for a brutal hammer and knife attack on an elderly couple in their own home.Read

Ailing Rangers 'attracts interest' Feb 16 2012

Rangers' administrators have received "several expressions of interest from parties not connected to the club" since taking over the running of the Scottish league champions.Read

Cameron urges voters to keep Union Feb 16 2012

David Cameron has defended the political union between Scotland and England, urging voters north of the border to reject independence in exchange for more powers.Read

EU seeks to defuse Greek debt row Feb 16 2012

The EU has sought to defuse the row between Greece and some eurozone countries over its bailout bid.Read

Death blaze prisoners 'not charged' Feb 16 2012

Many of the prisoners in a Honduran jail where fire killed more than 350 inmates had never been charged, let alone convicted, according to a Honduran government report.Read

Iran trio 'targeted Israel envoys' Feb 16 2012

Three Iranians detained after accidentally setting off explosives in Bangkok were planning to attack Israeli diplomats, Thailand's top policeman says. It was the first confirmation by local officials that the group was plotting attacks in Thailand.Read

Gunmen free 118 from Nigeria jail Feb 16 2012

Armed attackers have stormed a federal prison in Nigeria, killing one guard and freeing 118 inmates in a new assault demonstrating the instability in the nation.Read

Parties 'interested' in Rangers Feb 16 2012

Rangers' administrators have received "several expressions of interest from parties not connected to the club" since taking over the running of the Scottish league champions.Read

Teenager faces jail for riot attack Feb 16 2012

A teenager is facing jail for attacking a Malaysian student in an "exceptional" act of violence during the summer riots.Read

Tribute paid to teenage stab victim Feb 16 2012

The parents of a 13-year-old girl who died after being stabbed have paid tribute to her as "the most beautiful, intelligent and bright young girl".Read

No assurances offered over Qatada Feb 16 2012

A Jordanian prince has refused to give assurances over whether radical cleric Abu Qatada would get a fair trial if he were deported to Jordan.Read

No movement in independence talks Feb 16 2012

Prime Minister David Cameron said he had made little progress in talks with Scottish First Minister Alex Salmond over a referendum on independence.Read

Implant clinics 'referring to NHS' Feb 16 2012

Some private clinics at the centre of the breast implant scandal are claiming they do not have "the skills" to treat affected patients, experts have warned.Read

Reject referendum 'for more powers' Feb 16 2012

Prime Minister David Cameron has promised to consider more powers for Scotland if voters reject independence in a referendum.Read

Nestle spends £500m on UK growth Feb 16 2012

Kit Kat-to-Yorkie firm Nestle has promised £500 million of investment in its UK operation as it looks to build on a "strong year" in 2011.Read

Rangers staff 'not cut immediately' Feb 16 2012

Administrators for Rangers Football Club have said "no immediate cuts" will be made to playing staff before it meets the players.Read

Banks 'must change or be broken up' Feb 16 2012

The banking sector may be broken up unless it shows a "step-change" in competition, the head of the Office of Fair Trading has said.Read

Let's stay together, says Cameron Feb 16 2012

David Cameron has said his "hope and wish" is that Scots would vote to stay in the United Kingdom.Read

Extradition date for retired Briton Feb 16 2012

A retired British businessman who has failed in his appeals over extradition will be sent to the United States on Friday next week, his lawyer has said.Read

Pay call over Whitehall tax issue Feb 16 2012

Whitehall mandarins must be paid more to put an end to secretive deals that enable them to avoid paying tax, it has been claimed.Read

Chris Huhne and ex-wife in court Feb 16 2012

Former energy secretary Chris Huhne made his first appearance in court over a charge of perverting the course of justice after he allegedly dodged a speeding penalty.Read

Woman in court over stabbed girl Feb 16 2012

A woman has been remanded in custody charged with the murder of a 13-year-old girl who was found fatally stabbed in a park.Read

PM to make case for retaining Union Feb 16 2012

David Cameron will vow to fight to keep the United Kingdom together, just hours before a key meeting with Scotland's First Minister on an independence referendum.Read

Ex-minister Chris Huhne in court Feb 16 2012

Former energy secretary Chris Huhne has arrived at court for his first appearance accused of perverting the course of justice.Read

Caution on Botox migraine treatment Feb 16 2012

A health watchdog has called for more information before it can recommend Botox for the treatment of chronic migraines on the NHS.Read

Man quizzed over vicar's murder Feb 16 2012

Police have been given more time to question a man on suspicion of murder after a clergyman was stabbed to death at his vicarage.Read

Huhne in court alongside ex-wife Feb 16 2012

Former energy secretary Chris Huhne is expected to make his first appearance in court accused of perverting the course of justice.Read

PM to make case for retaining union Feb 16 2012

David Cameron is to vow to fight to keep the United Kingdom together, just hours before a key meeting with Scotland's First Minister on an independence referendum.Read

Hundreds die in worst jail fire Feb 16 2012

Nearly 360 people have died after a fire tore through an overcrowded Honduras prison, the world's deadliest prison fire in a century.Read

Woman to face court over girl death Feb 16 2012

A woman is due to appear in court charged with the murder of a 13-year-old girl who was found fatally stabbed in a park.Read

Student loan penalty plan 'ditched' Feb 16 2012

Plans to impose penalties on students who pay off university loans early are being ditched, the Government is expected to announce next week.Read

EU seeks tighter scrutiny of Greece Feb 16 2012

European finance ministers have insisted on much tighter oversight of Greece's spending and austerity efforts, despite assurances that Athens will go ahead with promised cuts and reforms to secure a 130 billion euro (£108 billion) bailout.Read

358 killed in Honduras jail fire Feb 16 2012

Some 358 people have died after a fire tore through an overcrowded prison in Honduras, officials have said.Read

Union 'really precious', says PM Feb 16 2012

Saving the Union is not an issue of policy but a matter of the "head, heart and soul", David Cameron has said before a visit to Scotland.Read

Money transfer app 'revolutionary' Feb 16 2012

A "revolutionary" app enabling people to send and receive money just by using mobile phone numbers is to be made available to consumers across the UK.Read

Olympic ticket 'secrecy' criticised Feb 16 2012

London 2012 has been criticised for potentially damaging public trust, support and confidence by being unnecessarily secretive about ticket sales.Read

Families 'battle to make ends meet' Feb 16 2012

More than 70% of families are financially "on the edge", according to new research.Read

Yobs 'costing firms £9.8bn a year' Feb 16 2012

Yob culture is a growing issue for British business, causing losses of £9.8 billion last year alone, according to new research.Read

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