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Refund concerns for scam victims - Refunds and discounts should be easier to claim by consumers who have suffered from aggressive sales techniques, Law Commissions say. [Business]

'Top up' in case of strike - PM - Motorists should top up their tanks in case a strike by fuel tanker drivers goes ahead but there is no need to queue, the PM says. [Business]

UK's Advertising Standards to investigate Apple over 'misleading' 4G claims after company offers refund in Australia - Britain's Advertising Standards Authority said that it was investigating a number of complaints that Apple's advertising for the new iPad was misleading. [Sciencw]

Illegal tyre dumping 'nightmare' - A warning is issued of the dangers of illegal tyre dumps as officials start to clear 7,000 left on farmland. [Front Page News]

Ship sinking costs Carnival $95m - The sinking of the Costa Concordia could cost parent firm Carnival up to $95m (£62m; 75m euro), the firm says. [Front Page News]

Sherlock Holmes WILL return for a third series next year, BBC confirms - Audiences were left unsure if the cantankerous detective would return after he appeared to 'die' with his reputation in tatters in Sunday night’s show. [Show Biz]

Luton airport planning expansion - Plans to increase annual passenger capacity to 18 million at London Luton Airport and create 6,000 new jobs are revealed. [Business]

Yummy mummies take to the catwalk as New York Fashion Week set to star a mothers-only runway show - Strut: The Fashionable Mom Show will give women inspiration when it comes to wearing outfits that can be easily transformed to take a mom from homes to evenings out. [Femail]

British surgeons pioneer surgery with robotic arm to fix blood vessel - Doctors at St Mary's Hospital in London have saved a man's life by performing a world-first heart operation using robotic technology. [Health]

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Get IT Together in Barnsley hold a Skype and Search session as part of Spring Online week.

With the help of the IT Recycling Company, Partners IT and BT, Project Coordinator Kerry has been able to use eight fully-funded PCs for community training on the Get IT Together project in Caerphilly.  

BT have announced their 2011 Internet Rangers Champions – stand out champs and schools helping their communities get online.

We are working with rural communities in Northern Ireland to help them get the most out of technology and the internet to improve lives and job prospects. Anita is working closely with a number of partners to help rural communities enjoy the benefits of being online.

Michael hosted a well attended launch event for the Nth Lincs Get IT Together project yesterday. Well done Michael and thanks to the Nominet Trust, BT, Study Parks and everyone else  who came to support the project.      

Citizens Online are proud to promote and support the different awards schemes offered by our partners. BT Internet Rangers Internet Rangers is all about encouraging and enabling young people to share their digital skills with older generations safely and confidently. Visit the Internet Ranges page on the BT website to see inspiring examples from previous Internet [...]

Get IT Together training sessions have begun in the village of Lochcarron in the Scottish Highlands.

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Great launch event in Caerphilly, well attended by members of the community, schools, learners, volunteers, partners and dignitaries from the funding bodies.

Louis Tomlinson of One Direction has been singled out by bandmate Niall Horan over his allegedly stinky feet - which apparently leave the rest of the group reaching for their handkerchiefs. The Sun newspaper...

Simon Cowell has launched a war of words with rival talent show The Voice, stating that the BBC1 series 'rips off' The X Factor. The Sun reports that the music mogul believes The Voice - which stars...

Mark Ronson has hit back at claims that he said that the late Amy Winehouse was "freaked out" by Adele's worldwide success, stating he has been misquoted.Earlier this week, the producer apparently...

Britain's Got Talent-winning dog Pudsey is reported to have been piling on the pounds with treats since winning the ITV1 talent show on Saturday night. And The Sun claims that his owner Ashleigh Butler...

Jennifer Lopez has been named as the World's Most Powerful Celebrity by Forbes. The Dance Again singer beat the likes of Oprah Winfrey and Justin Bieber, who came in second and third place respectively...

Jenna Whittingham has become the ninth contestant to be fired in this year's series of The Apprentice.The beauty shop owner from Lancashire was fired after she took responsibility for a disastrously...

IRELAND: Mainstream Renewables has said its 1GW deal to bring Sinovel into the Irish market is technically still in place despite the ongoing court battle between the Chinese manufacturer and AMSC.

UNITED STATES: Western Wind has agreed a deal to acquire Champlin/GEI (CGEI) Wind Holding's 4GW wind project pipeline in a $20 million deal.

Contract negotiations between Entergy and the union representing workers at the Pilgrim nuclear plant reached an impasse Wednesday, with the company sending almost half the plant’s workforce home and workers picketing in response.

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Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce recognizes Dahlin Group's commitment to sustainable practices.

Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce recognizes Dahlin Group's commitment to sustainable practices.

Wild Dill of Alameda, California recently marked its fifth year in business, and to celebrate, the company will be offering a 15% percent discount on all purchases of over $5.00 from its line of natural and organic baby products.

Sorrento Heights by Pardee Homes opens to the public on Saturday, May 26th with model home tours, refreshments and a prize drawing for an Apple iPad. These new homes overlook Los Penasquitos Canyon; pricing is from the high $600,000s.

Tony Robertson and Greg Wickman to drive company expansion and leadership into the Resources sector.

Mireille Toulekima is an oil and gas technical advisor working on major oil and liquefied natural gas development projects in Eastern Africa

Atlanta trash removal company Haul Masters is proud to have been featured as a local junk removal team on a recent episode of TLC's Hoarding: Buried Alive.

Bernadette Bosse is recognized for her accomplishments over the past 10 years

Sorrento Heights by Pardee Homes opens to the public on Saturday, May 26th with model home tours, refreshments and a prize drawing for an Apple iPad. These new homes overlook Los Penasquitos Canyon; pricing is from the high $600,000s.

Solaire Energy Systems has been recognized by top solar panel manufacturer SunPower for their commitment to quality and customer service.

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Foreign Secretary William Hague answered questions about the UK's policy towards Afghanistan via Twitter ahead of discussions on Afghanistan at the NATO Summit in Chicago on 20-21 May,

Today the Olympic Flame will be handed to London for the third time since the birth of the Olympic Games. Its journey to the UK and the Opening Ceremony of London 2012 will begin.

Foreign Secretary William Hague today spoke to the new French foreign minister, Laurent Fabius. He congratulated Mr Fabius on his appointment and wished him well in his new role.

Over 100 Chevening Scholars from more than 40 countries came together for the 2012 Chevening Scholarships Forum.

Foreign Secretary William Hague spoke at the annual Confederation of British Industry (CBI) dinner on 16 May.

Foreign Office Minister Jeremy Browne and International Development Minister Stephen O'Brien have spoken ahead of International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia.

How diplomacy can equip Britain to succeed in the 21st century

Minister for Africa Henry Bellingham has updated Parliament following the judgement against the former President of Liberia Charles Taylor.

Foreign Secretary William Hague has announced that the UK will open two Deputy High Commissions in Hyderabad and Chandigarh, bringing the number of UK posts in India to seven.

Foreign Secretary William Hague commended all sides for their role in finding a solution which prevents loss of life after Palestinian prisoners agreed to end their hunger strike.

Becky Edwards from Cannock, Staffordshire, was so humiliated by her mishap that it forced her to change her unhealthy lifestyle - and lose more than half her body weight.

Striker has not been offered a new deal at Old Trafford.

Shadows on the ground will also turn into crescents and 'rings' of light as moon covers as much as 94% of the sun this Sunday in parts of the U.S. and Asia.

The government is "determined" to introduce a register of lobbyists before 2015, constitutional reform minister Mark Harper tells a Commons committee.

Hearts boss Paulo Sergio insists facing Hibs in the Scottish Cup final does not create extra motivation to win.

Social networking service Pinterest is to receive $100m in funding, prompting analysts to value the two-year-old firm at up to $1.5bn.

Northampton Saints director of rugby Jim Mallinder signs a new contract to extend his stay at Franklin's Gardens until 2015.

Shares in French Connection fall as the fashion retailer issues a profits warning following a continued fall in sales.

The details of Labour leader Ed Miliband's shadow cabinet following the recent reshuffle.

Frankel is poised to make his season debut in the Lockinge Stakes at Newbury, having been declared ready after an injury concern.

German state prosecutors quiz Ecclestone - German state prosecutors confirm questioning Formula 1 boss Bernie Ecclestone over the 2006 sale of the sport's commercial rights. [Motorsport]

O'Driscoll declines royal invite - Ireland rugby captain Brian O'Driscoll turns down the chance to attend Friday's royal wedding in order to prepare for Leinster's Heineken Cup semi-final. [Rugby Union]

Wembley Arena to host 2012 events - Wembley Arena is confirmed as the venue for badminton and rhythmic gymnastics events at the 2012 Olympics. [Gymnastics]

Biggest transfer saga ever? - LeBron James's summer move has basketball fans enthralled [Basketball]

Aberdeen sign goalkeeper Howard - Goalkeeper Mark Howard completes a move to Aberdeen after being released from his contract at St Mirren. [Football]

Racing in crisis, says Johnston - Middleham trainer Mark Johnston says the racing industry needs to change if it is to survive. [Horse Racing]

ITV sacks Earle over cup tickets - ITV World Cup pundit Robbie Earle is sacked by the broadcaster after tickets for his family and friends were passed onto a third party. [World Cup]

Tuesday's World Cup 2010 round-up - Carlos Tevez says only outright victory in South Africa will suffice for Argentina [World Cup]

Cup chiefs rule out vuvuzela ban - World Cup organisers say they will not ban vuvuzelas from stadiums in South Africa despite numerous complaints. [World Cup]

Cahill hopeful of beating Germany - Australia and Everton midfielder Tim Cahill is hopeful his side can get a positive result from their World Cup opener against Germany. [World Cup]

Kings College has been targeted by a bomb threat this morning.

CONTROVERSIAL plans to build a new housing estate between Aylesbury and Waddesdon have been put on hold.

An internal report warns that Kent County Council may have to withdraw millions of pounds invested in tobacco companies.

ASHBOURNES new Heritage Centre has added a new display, which showcases a Royal visits, an historic Ashbourne firm and the story of a German gun that was dumped in the pond. The centre in Church

Media organisations win a High Court battle over police orders to relinquish film of the evictions from the Essex traveller site.

Employees at Clinton Cards in Barnet face losing their jobs after the business’s administrators announced yesterday it would be closing 350 stores.

Meet Cambridgeshires version of the Angel of the North.

A student from Barnet and Southgate College has qualified for the England Students’ Rugby Team.

Striker Michael Owen reveals on Twitter that Manchester United have not offered him a new contract.

This swan, its mate and their cygnets are being cared for by animal welfare staff, after being washed out of their home by last...

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Fraud costs UK billions every year - Fraud losses cost each UK adult £621 a year, according to the National Fraud Authority (NFA). [22 January 2010] The total cost of fraud losses to the ... [Crime Stoppers]

Get Me Wardrobe - With the Shops at Target selling dresses inspired by Laure Heriard Dubreuil's lust-inducing closet—all at less than $50—the talk at last night's preview party was naturally about clothes.

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Don't let the pickpockets win! CRIMESTOPPERS ANNOUNCES NEW CRIME CAMPAIGN - Crime-fighting charity Crimestoppers, is warning young people to be on their guard when out and about to help prevent them from becoming a victim of p... [Crime Stoppers]

Most wanted distraction burglars target the elderly - Crime-fighting charity, Crimestoppers, is today launching a list of 10 Most Wanted people sought in connection with distraction burglaries and warning... [Crime Stoppers]

Will Young Claims Best-Selling Single Title - It's been more than 10 years since Will Young won Pop Idol but the singer's debut release, Evergreen, is still the best-selling single of the 21st century. Released as a double A-side with Anything Is... [MTv News]

Madonna's World Tour Hit By Two-Day Delay - Madonna's upcoming MDNA tour is to be delayed by two days, according to a statement on her website. The world tour was due to kick off on 29 May at the Ramat Gan Stadium in Tel Aviv but has been pushed... [MTv News]

Jessie J Shows Support For Music Is Great Week - Jessie J has been selected as an ambassador for a new campaign that aims to celebrate the British music scene.The Voice coach has shown her support of Music Is Great Week ahead of its launch on 14th... [MTv News]

The Voice: First Live Show Contestant Songs Revealed - The Voice live shows are almost upon us with the full list of song choices for this weekend being revealed. Team Will and Team Tom will battle it out on tomorrow's first live final (28th April), with... [MTv News]

Knife crime searches not effective - Knife crime has risen in some parts of London, despite more police using stop and search powers. [26 January 2010] Knife crime rose by 8.6% in Southwa... [Crime Stoppers]

 
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