Archive for June, 2008

Battling ‘liberal’ Church policies

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The BBC’s Robert Pigott reports on the traditionalists within the Anglican Church who are ready to fight any liberal policies.

France Telecom shelves $40bn bid

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France Telecom abandons its offer to buy rival Teliasonera after the Nordic firm rejected its offer.

Knitwear firm proposes job cuts

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Knitwear company Pringle of Scotland says it may stop manufacturing in Hawick, with the loss of 80 jobs.

Two arrested over double stabbing

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A man and woman are arrested after two men are stabbed in a North Yorkshire town.

Development planned for Moorlands

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A £7m development is being planned for the Staffordshire Moorlands.

New town celebrates its 60th year

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Events are planned to mark the anniversary of Scotland’s only "self-sustaining" new-town.

A new start for Egyptian cinema

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Critics believe a new Egyptian film could further help an industry just beginning to climb out of severe decline.

Man is knocked out in city attack

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Two "good Samaritans" who helped a man who was knocked unconscious in a fight are asked to come forward.

Physics teacher shortage warning

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One in four secondary schools in England does not have any specialist physics teachers, says a survey.

Fermanagh security alert ongoing

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A security alert continues in County Fermanagh as police carry out a number of searches.