US gun show sells 'without check' Posted: 31 Jan 2011 12:57 PM PST Undercover New York investigators bought pistols from an Arizona gun fair without undergoing a background check, Mayor Michael Bloomberg said.  
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Egypt needs 'orderly transition' Posted: 31 Jan 2011 12:58 PM PST The EU calls for an "orderly transition" to a broad-based government in Egypt, in response to protests against President Mubarak.  
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US envoy in Cairo for talks Posted: 31 Jan 2011 12:42 PM PST State department spokesman says ex-ambassador to Egypt is in capital to reinforce US message to Mubarak's government.  
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US toughens sanctions on Belarus Posted: 31 Jan 2011 12:49 PM PST The US joins the EU in widening its sanctions on Belarus leaders, following a crackdown on dissent after December's election.  
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Federal Judge Rules Health Law Violates Constitution Posted: 31 Jan 2011 01:06 PM PST A federal judge said the insurance mandate in the health care law made the whole law unconstitutional, going farther than a judge in Virginia had. The ruling was stayed pending appeal.  
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EU, U.S. Clamp Down on Belarus President Posted: 31 Jan 2011 12:46 PM PST The European Union and U.S. Monday banned travel and froze assets for Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko and 155 of his associates, in response to human-rights abuses following December's election.  
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Torres set for talks with Chelsea Posted: 31 Jan 2011 11:49 AM PST Liverpool give permission for striker Fernando Torres to hold talks with Chelsea after the clubs agree a transfer fee.  
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Many 7/7 injuries 'unsurvivable' Posted: 31 Jan 2011 12:21 PM PST Most 7/7 victims who were not killed instantly, but later died, would probably not have lived even with medical treatment, inquests have been told.  
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U.K. Delays Bribery Law Posted: 31 Jan 2011 12:29 PM PST The U.K. has delayed implementation of a new antibribery law after businesses voiced concerns over the rules' clarity, specifically which companies would be affected and which actions could be interpreted as bribery.  
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Egypt army rules out using force Posted: 31 Jan 2011 12:33 PM PST Egypt's army vows it will not use force against demonstrators, as the government says it is preparing to open talks with the opposition.  
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Jordan protests pressure king, but respect for monarchy remains Posted: 31 Jan 2011 11:47 AM PST |
U.N. told North Korea has more secret atomic sites: envoys Posted: 31 Jan 2011 12:22 PM PST UNITED NATIONS (Reuters) - A U.N. Security Council committee has been told that North Korea, which has exploded two nuclear devices, may have additional secret atomic facilities, council diplomats said on Monday.  
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UK set for high end climate costs Posted: 31 Jan 2011 12:06 PM PST The UK is likely to feel bigger costs from climate change than most other EU countries, a report concludes - mainly due to projected sea level rise.  
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Regulators Tighten Scrutiny of Baby Sleep Products Posted: 31 Jan 2011 12:59 PM PST The Consumer Products Safety Commission has begun a crackdown on an extensive line of products.  
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Chrysler Reports $199 Million Loss for Quarter Posted: 31 Jan 2011 11:23 AM PST The carmaker pledged to return to profitability this year on the strength of new products.  
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Egypt's Muslim Brotherhood: A force to be feared? Posted: 31 Jan 2011 11:21 AM PST The scenes in Egypt have been dramatic, as thousands turn out onto the streets demanding that President Hosni Mubarak resign after 30 years in power.  
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Unrest in North Africa and Middle East may spread to Syria Posted: 31 Jan 2011 11:37 AM PST What began as a popular uprising that toppled the Tunisian government before spreading into Algeria, Jordan, Yemen, Sudan and, of course, Egypt, may now be headed for Syria.  
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Peers reach deal on AV vote bill Posted: 31 Jan 2011 12:35 PM PST Peers reach a deal to end the deadlock over plans for a referendum on the Westminster voting system.  
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Cowen will not stand in election Posted: 31 Jan 2011 12:18 PM PST Irish Prime Minister Brian Cowen says he will not contest the upcoming general election.  
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Hundreds Protest Against Putin Posted: 31 Jan 2011 11:12 AM PST About 500 people demonstrated in a central Moscow square on Monday to demand the ouster of Prime Minister Vladimir Putin and his "rule of thieves," with some protesters comparing Russia's leader with Egypt's embattled president.  
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