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Tensions over British plans to drill for oil off the Falkland Islands continue to increase as Argentina's foreign minister prepares to meet the UN secretary-general.
Britain is under fire for allowing a Desire Petroleum rig to be towed 8,000 miles from Scotland to begin drilling 60 miles north of the islands. Argentina claims the Falklands ...Read more
Gordon Brown has apologised for Britain's role in sending thousands of children to former colonies where many suffered terrible abuse.
He made a formal apology to the House of Commons, finally recognising one of the most shameful episodes in British history. The PM also announced the creation of a £6 ...Read more
Pop star Cheryl Cole is separating from her footballer husband Ashley, her spokesman has confirmed.
The announcement came just hours after the X Factor judge arrived back in the UK from Los Angeles to face the ongoing rumours about her marriage. She went to the US following ...Read more
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Peter Storrie has stepped down as chief executive of Portsmouth Football Club.
A statement from the club's administrator Andrew Andronikou revealed Mr Storrie had left "in the best interests of the club" after speaking with family and friends. Mr ...Read more
The Government has announced a £270 million loan guarantee to car giant General Motors to help secure its Vauxhall operations in Britain.
Business Secretary Lord Mandelson said an outline agreement today followed detailed and "highly complex" talks between the Government and the United States owned carmaker. ...Read more
A row between British Airways and unions has escalated further following the announcement of a seven-day walkout by cabin crew.
Strikes have been set for three days from March 20 and for four days from March 27. Unite initially offered hope that the walkouts could be averted if its members voted ...Read more
It's been the big Hollywood rumour for months and now Jennifer Aniston and Gerard Butler have revealed to Sky News the truth about their relationship....Read more
Amy Winehouse has designed a clothing range for Fred Perry, bringing her edgy style to the classic British fashion label....Read more
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