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| Saturday March 03 2007 Warning over shipping emissions Emissions from shipping are more than double those of aviation, and increasing at an alarming rate, reports say. More environment news Frost gets audience with Gadafy Interview on Al-Jazeera gives no sign of hope for democracy. More on Libya Rudy can't fail ... can he? Giuliani faces tough year after an astounding start in the polls. US elections 2008 News blog | World dispatch | Columnists | Audio | Business | UK latest More news and features -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Holidaying British diplomats abducted in Ethiopia Witnesses say uniformed men marched them away. World news guide: Ethiopia Found in India: the last king of France Indian lawyer acclaimed as head of royal house as Prince Philip's cousin sets out 'incredible' theory. More on France Birth amid the bloodshed, then some tough choices Iraqi parents agonise over fleeing their homeland to protect their children. Full Iraq coverage Anna Nicole Smith buried in Bahamas A saga that has captivated cable news anchors for weeks reaches the end of a chapter. Full US coverage New Orleans sues US army corps over Katrina Claim filed against US army corps of engineers for building levees incapable of withstanding Hurricane Katrina. Full US coverage In pictures Gallery: Declan Walsh at Pakistan's wildest festival. More picture galleries US madam threatens to sell phone records Lawyer claims 10,000 clients were on books. Full US coverage Australian Guantánamo inmate finally charged David Hicks charged with a single count of providing material support to terrorists. More on Australia Pakistan arrests senior Taliban commander Ex-defence minister close to fugitive leader. More on Pakistan Prosecutors target Russian clinic testing MMR vaccine Vaccine made by British drugs company accused of having disturbing side effects in a clinical trial. More on Russia Estonian online poll a world first Estonia has become the first country to allow voters in a general election to cast their ballots online. More from Technology Guardian Imaginary minister joins cabinet Andre Kasongo Ilunga was the rising star of Congolese politics. But unfortunately he never existed. More on Congo Swiss soldiers invade country by mistake Swiss soldiers march into Liechtenstein in the dead of night unbeknownst to the Swiss. Lagerfeld ages well Clothes for older customers - a prim skirt suit, perhaps, or a sober black coat - are hung on the shoulders of girls. Fashion & stylem Sunday March 04 2007 Kidnap Britons sighted in Eritrea Ethiopians fear that the abduction marks an escalation of conflict World news guide: Ethiopia Waste not, want not in £700m slum Recycling industry helping thousands escape poverty in Mumbai slum. More on India Sects slicing up Iraq Displacement continues despite moves to end sectarian violence. Full Iraq coverage News blog | World dispatch | Columnists | Audio | Business | UK latest More news and features -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Obama told of family's slave-owning history in deep South Genealogist reveals surprise in the family tree of contender in the race to be the Democrats' presidential candidate. US elections 2008 Bush joins outcry in hospital scandal As the row over filthy conditions at a top US military ward cost two army chiefs their jobs, the president vows to help veterans. Full US coverage I want to cut my hair off, says troubled Natascha Fears for mental health of Austrian kidnap victim as she celebrates 19th birthday party. More on Austria Police go on trial over Katrina killings Seven police officers set to stand trial for murders in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. More on Hurricane Katrina Full US coverage In pictures Gallery: Declan Walsh at Pakistan's wildest festival. More picture galleries Last hope for vanishing white rhinos The world's most endangered large mammal may yet be saved by human fertility methods. More environment news Farmer's son revives French voters' faith Outsider draws support from an electorate disillusioned with old divisions. French toast the return of a rock dinosaur More on France Shadow of Darfur's killers follows refugees into Chad Notebook: Orla Guerin reports from Chad, an unstable country locked in conflict with itself and Sudan. More on Sudan 'Oprah of the Middle East' flees over TV row Presenter in London amid allegations that actresses were paid to pretend they were prostitutes on her television show. More on Egyptm Monday March 05 2007 Petraeus is last best hope in Iraq The top US commander in Iraq has final chance to make the conflict a succes for the White House. Full Iraq coverage Kidnap site 'distressing' Foreign Office reacts to finding of two shot-up embassy vehicles. Graphic of region World news guide: Ethiopia Call for fairer, greener China China's premier calls for environmental protection. Analysis: Jonathan Watts More on China News blog | World dispatch | Columnists | Audio | Business | UK latest More news and features -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Global markets keep on falling Wall Street opens down but not as badly as expected. More business news Japanese PM unapologetic over 'comfort women' News blog: Shinzo Abe is resisting pressure on him say sorry for Japan's use of sex slaves in the second world war, writes Justin McCurry. Japan rules out new apology to 'comfort women' More on Japan Car bomb in Baghdad kills 26 Attack near book market. Raid finds signs of Iraqi torture Full Iraq coverage Chinese inertia stalls green revolution Despite new rhetoric over climate change, China is unlikely to see any real progress until its political system is overhauled, says Jonathan Watts. More on China More Afghan civilians killed Two incidents involving US forces leave 19 dead since yesterday. More on Afghanistan Anarchy in the DK Jakob Illeborg: Rioting between police and Denmark's youth has erupted on the normally peaceful streets of Copenhagen. But what is behind the aggression? More Comment is free Official report says US CO2 to rise by 20% Publication delayed for more than a year whilst authors argue president's efforts 'are working'. More environment news Will Cambodia's oil wealth do more harm than good? Aid workers fear resource bonanza offers new potential for corruption. More on oil and petrol Attack on Iran 'would backfire' UK nuclear expert fears for region after air strikes. Architecture threatened Full Iran coverage 'Chinky' still an old-school gangster at 96 America's oldest mobster deals with the prosecutors to keep out of jail. Full US coverage Rocket attack kills two British soldiers in Afghanistan Street protests after US forces fire on civilians. More on Afghanistan Japanese metal stolen to 'feed China's Olympic boom' Japanese police blame metal thefts on Chinese construction boom and rising world metal prices. More on Japan Democrats battle for black votes Clinton and Obama both go to Selma for same civil rights event. More on the US elections 2008 Minister upsets Italians in cyber row Protest against plans by a minister to build a campaign headquarters in the virtual reality community Second Life. More on Italy A human ear and a liver but no table legs In Michigan, two packages arrive which were expected to be parts of a table bought on eBay. Full US coverage It's only a wargame! Arabs reject US army bit-part Dozens of Arab-speaking applicants at a supposed movie casting session are wanted to play Iraqis in a US wargame. Full US coverage Health and safety check for Mickey Mouse Mickey Mouse, Cinderella and Buzz Lightyear face more danger in the workplace than most of us, new study reveals. Full US coverage Australian troops hunt East Timor rebel leader Australian troops mount a pre-dawn raid on a rebel stronghold in East Timor. More on Indonesia Britons await fate in Algeria after storm wrecks trip A retired British couple are being held under armed guard in Algeria after they were hit by a freak storm whilst sailing. News in brief Third night of unrest over Copenhagen evictions | Fitness fanatics kickstart Naked Sunday workout Tuesday March 06 2007 Libby found guilty in CIA leak trial Dick Cheney's former chief of staff, Lewis 'Scooter' Libby, was found guilty on four out of five counts of perjury and obstruction. The main players Comment: Michael Tomasky Q&A: Lewis 'Scooter' Libby trial Full US coverage Up to 90 Shias killed in Iraq Suicide bombers kill up to 90 Shia pilgrims near Kerbala. Full Iraq coverage Indonesian toll 'likely to rise' At least 70 killed on Sumatra island after earthquake. Graphic: how earthquakes happen Map: where it happened More on Indonesia News blog | World dispatch | Columnists | Audio | Business | UK latest More news and features -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- British soldier killed in Helmand Royal Marine killed in Afghanistan as Nato launches major offensive. Taliban kidnaps Italian journalist More on Afghanistan Ghana's golden jubilee 50 years of independence celebrated with fireworks display. Comment: Happy 50th Ghana Slideshow: Independence Day Coulter clash News blog: Ultra-conservative pundit Ann Coulter has united all three Republican presidential candidates in defence of one of their opponents. Cheney diagnosed with deep-vein thrombosis Full US coverage Nine US soldiers die in Iraq blasts US forces yesterday suffered heavy casualties from roadside bombs as insurgents kept up attacks on American soldiers. Full Iraq coverage Kidnapped Britons taken to Eritrea, police say Five Britons kidnapped in Ethiopia have been taken by their captors across the border to Eritrea, say Ethiopian police. Comment: Conor Foley Ambassador pleads for help in search for kidnap Britons World news guide: Ethiopia Rare lions killed in Indian reserve Poachers trapped and skinned three Asiatic lions, officials say. More on India Libya takes the long road to the free market Gadafy is making cautious concessions to a changing world, but the Libyan leader shows no sign of disappearing from centre stage. More on Libya Australian terror suspects appear in court A group of Muslim men stockpiled chemicals similar to London July 7 bombings, a court heard today. More on Australia The gilded walls of Japan's imperial palace News that the empress of Japan is suffering from mental fatigue is symptomatic of a claustrophobic monarchy, reports Justin McCurry. More on Japan Tearful protesters fail to save historic centre · Police protect workers as building is demolished · Christian sect to take over site of Copenhagen riots World news guide: Denmark America's last hope in Iraq? Profile: General David Petraeus, by Simon Tisdall. Full Iraq coverage Trading places Seth Freedman: Israelis always ask me, 'Why are you here?' But London life seems flat, the edginess here more real. More Comment is free Markets stage fight-back London and other European markets in positive territory after Japan's Nikkei ends its five-day losing streak. Guardian Unlimited Business Bush heads for Latin America to counter Chávez appeal President George Bush promised a series of US-financed measures to help Latin America's poor. More on Venezuela China bans opening of new internet cafes China will ban the opening of new internet cafes from this July in a campaign to clamp down on online addiction and juvenile crime. More on China Asia's largest slum Audio slideshow: Recycling in the slums of Mumbai. More on India US airstrike in Kabul kills nine members of same family An American airstrike on a house near Kabul killed nine people spanning four generations of the same family. More on Afghanistan Pop star shocks Mexico with gay admission A 23-year-old pop star has become the first Mexican celebrity to publicly announce that he is gay. More on gay rights St Petersburg theatre installs jammers Russia's oldest theatre has come up with a novel solution to the problem of mobile phones going off - jam the signal. More on Russia Living costs rise in London as Oslo remains dearest city The cost of living in London has overtaken Tokyo and soared 25% above that in New York, according to a new survey. More business news Russian journalist who angered military falls to death · Colleagues scorn claims of suicide from flat window · He exposed failure of new intercontinental missile More on Russia China edges towards green Wen Jiabao advocates greener, leaner model of development. More on China Spanish cars to use different type of juice The orange groves of Valencia could soon be powering cars as a new technology is developed to turn orange peel into biofuel. More on Spain Children's slides feed Beijing Olympic metal boom Japan blame the theft of stainless steel slides on the insatiable appetite for scrap metal in booming China. More on Japan News in brief Boys videoed teaching 2-year-old to smoke pot | Hamas orders destruction of folk tale anthologies | Judges strike after police storm high court | Seven die after plane and helicopter collision Wednesday March 07 2007 Many survive Indonesia crash Nearly 100 people escape from Indonesian jet after it crashes on landing. In pictures: from the scene Injured man films aftermath Timeline: air crashes in Indonesia More on Indonesia White House aide found guilty Lewis 'Scooter' Libby found guilty of perjury in relation to events leading up to the invasion of Iraq. How Bush aide fell to earth Leader: Lies about crimes Full US coverage Ernest Gallo, 1909-2007 Workaholic overcame family grief to found famous wine brand. American wine giant dies News blog | World dispatch | Columnists | Audio | Business | UK latest More news and features -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Turkey pulls plug on YouTube over Ataturk 'insults' A Turkish court today ordered access to YouTube to be blocked because of videos allegedly insulting the founder of modern Turkey. More on Turkey Journalist 'sacked' for speaking about police brutality Russian journalist sacked from because she gave an interview to independent media about police brutality at an anti-Kremlin march, it was claimed today. More on Russia Crisis talks to save Khmer Rouge trial Critical talks to avert the collapse of a genocide trial for the extermination of 1.7 million Cambodians by Pol Pot's Khmer Rouge regime began in Phnom Penh today. World news guide: Cambodia A very public struggle for control Rafsanjani challenges Ahmadinejad over Iran's economy. World briefing: Simon Tisdall Full Iran coverage US admits extra 7,000 troops may go to Iraq Army says more soldiers needed as 110 pilgrims die in suicide attacks. Full Iraq coverage Bush's daughter bags book deal Jenna Bush to write book based on her experiences as an intern working with Unicef in central America. Guardian Unlimited Books Full US coverage US pair fall ill in Moscow from thallium poisoning · Deadly metal was blamed at first in Litvinenko case · Mother and daughter are originally from Russia More on Russia Clinton eyes new target with 'women for Hillary' campaign · Female leaders lined up to counter Obama threat · Up to 60% of voters in primaries will be women US elections 2008 Jacko's Japanese fans pay $3,500 for face time Tomorrow Michael Jackson will give a whole new meaning to the term 'golden handshake' when he greets Japanese fans prepared to pay terrific sums to meet him. More on Japan Independence day Gallery: Ghana celebrates independence from British rule. Ghana celebrates 50 years Emails shed light on astronaut's love triangle Love triangle that lay behind NASA astronaut's 900-mile drive and alleged attempt to kidnap the other woman laid bare. Full US coverage Russian generals put old foe back into their sights Russia to replace military doctrine with version that boldly identifies Nato and the west as its greatest danger. More on Russia Big blasts or tiny tugs: how to stop an asteroid catastrophe Collision with Earth is seen as inevitable, but scientists are meeting to find solution. More on space exploration Briton faces US trial over hotel rape claim · Second New York court appearance today · Charges relate to alleged incident seven years ago Full US coverage Man flew plane carrying child into house of ex-wife's mother Student pilot took eight-year-old daughter up in small plane killing the girl and himself. Full US coverage 24 hours in pictures Gallery: A selection of the best images from around the world. More galleries 'Bargain' Picassos netted fraudsters $20m Viewers of cable TV could become owners of works by some of the greatest artists of the 20th century. Guardian Unlimited Arts & entertainment Death in the desert Scientists set up DNA scheme to identify remains of Mexicans fleeing to US. Full US coverage Model to sweep floors to pay for brush with law In two weeks Naomi Campbell will begin her community service as punishment for lashing out at her former maid. Thursday March 08 2007 Iranian general missing in Turkey A former Iranian deputy defence minister has disappeared in Istanbul, amid reports that he has defected to the west. Full Iran coverage Royal faces tax evasion claims French presidential hopeful denies wrongdoing. More on France Obama's share deals questioned Campaign team says his share deals were above board. US elections 2008 News blog | World dispatch | Columnists | Audio | Business | UK latest More news and features -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Norway's Aryan children go to court Victims of Nazi scheme claim they were locked up in mental homes, denied education and faced public prejudice. More on the second world war Lucky duo share record $370m lottery Two tickets were worth $185m (£90m) each, sharing the spoils of the largest jackpot ever won in the US. Full US coverage Baby fights for life in Italy after abortion attempt · Mother wanted procedure after fears of abnormality · Law requires resuscitation if foetus shows signs of life More on Italy British push on CO2 at security council · Diplomats seek to put climate change on agenda · Foreign Office argues it is a matter of global stability More on climate change Pupils and pilgrims defy Iraqi bombers A suicide bomber killed more than 30 people and wounded dozens in a cafe north-east of Baghdad. Full Iraq coverage Wham! bang! Marvel kills off Captain America Captain America, the Marvel comics superhero, is gunned down by a sniper in the latest instalment of the comic. Full US coverage The brotherhood is gathering outside pharaoh's palace Timothy Garton Ash: By trying to strangle Egypt's Islamists, the Mubarak regime has strengthened them. More comment and debate More on Egypt Blair to urge Nato allies to head Afghan anti-opium drive Tony Blair is to urge Britain's Nato allies to take the lead in fighting the growth of opium production in Afghanistan. More on Afghanistan Children left stranded after migrants held in factory raid About 100 children were left stranded at schools and day care centres after their parents were rounded up by authorities. Full US coverage 118 people escape as burning jet makes crash landing · Alarm at recent Indonesia air and ferry disasters · Five Australians among 22 missing or killed in flames More on Indonesia Winemaker who brought wealth to California dies Founder turned a modest family brewing firm into world's largest producer. Full US coverage Jacko bags £1,800 handshakes Michael Jackson will give a whole new meaning to the term 'golden handshake' tonight when he greets Japanese fans. More music news Judges want genocide trial for Khmer Rouge leaders International judges make a final effort to try leaders of Pol Pot's regime accused of killing 1.7 million Cambodians. News in brief Camp fire to wildfire - scouts in £171,000 lawsuit | State journalist sacked for report on protest march | Charity worker Jenna Bush to publish book | Court blocks YouTube access over Ataturk posts | Thousands of rare snakes found in airport cargo | Tests show rediscovered bird is separate species | Roosevelt's war speech enters sound archive Friday March 09 2007 EU to reduce emissions by 20% Ambitious deal agreed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 20% and produce a fifth of energy via renewable sources by 2020. Full EU coverage Israeli army 'using human shields' Israel investigates whether troops used two Palestinian children as human shields during operation. Lebanon war 'planned in advance' More on Israel & the Middle East Guantánamo trials begin in secret Trials of 14 terrorism suspects begin behind closed doors. More on Guantánamo Bay World dispatch | Columnists | Audio | Business | UK latest | News blog More news and features -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Bush strikes fuel deal amid violent protests George Bush signs fuel deal in Brazil where he is on the first leg of his Latin America tour - while Hugo Chavez continues his attacks on the US president. Brazilians protest over Bush visit Brazil's renewable energy boom More on Brazil US jaw-jaws on Iraq News blog: Mark Tran finds out what the US papers are saying about the Bush administration's return to using talk rather than force. Democrats demand troops out of Iraq by 2008 Comment: Simon Tisdall Full US coverage 'Third man' sees surge in France François Bayrou sees support rise to 24% - a whisker behind the leading candidates. More on France Racing mogul in £2.5bn Indian tax inquiry A reclusive racehorse breeder based in a small southern Indian city has emerged at the centre of 200bn rupee tax evasion investigation. More on India FBI abused Patriot Act powers, audit finds The FBI improperly and, in some cases, illegally used the USA Patriot Act to secretly obtain personal information about people in the US, a justice department audit found. Full US coverage Kidnapped Britons reported safe A group of British nationals kidnapped in Ethiopia more than a week ago are 'safe and secure', Ethiopia's foreign ministersaid today. Map: Where the kidnapping happened Film savaged by Hindu zealots opens in India Controversial Oscar-nominated Indian film has finally been released in the country in which the script is set. More on India Super-rich get richer In pictures: Some of the world's billionaires on the Forbes rich list. Guardian Unlimited Business Man guilty of Norfolk Island murder Guilty verdict in Norfolk Island's first murder trial since the tiny Pacific island was settled by descendants of the HMS Bounty mutineers. More on Australia Georgia to send more troops to Iraq Georgia's pro-western president, Mikhail Saakashvili, says the former Soviet republic is to raise the number of its soldiers serving in Iraq to more than 2,000. Full Iraq coverage Germany pushes fast-track strategy for EU constitution · Document rejected by voters in 2005 cut by 80% · Aim to have new charter in place by next February Full EU coverage Israel planned for Lebanon war in advance - PM Olmert's leaked testimony contradicts earlier remarks. More on Israel & the Middle East Muslim clerics in Australia gagged for 'double-speak' A Muslim association in Australia has banned five clerics from talking to the media for what it said were "anti-Australian" comments. More on Australia Greek Cypriots raze wall Wall that has divided Nicosia for over 30 years knocked down. Analysis: Mark Tran Special report: Cyprus Split on nuclear power threatens agreement Divisions threaten to derail the EU's campaign to assume a global leadership role in the fight against climate change. More on climate change Congo nuclear chief held over uranium sale About 100 bars reportedly missing from plant. More on Congo Anti-mafia agents hunt 'Jesus' The Cosa Nostra's 'boss of bosses', who was seized last year after 43 years on the run, had a powerful protector. More on Italy A predator becomes more dangerous when wounded Noam Chomsky: Washington's escalation of threats against Iran is driven by desire for energy resources. Full Iran coverage Coma womans's 'awakening' lasts only three days Colorado woman wakes up after six years in coma but lapses back into mysterious state. Full US coverage 24 hours Gallery: From Ballymena to Brazil, the best images from around the world. Japanese PM fuels tensions over wartime sex slaves Shinzo Abe announces a new investigation into Japan's wartime use of sex slaves. More on Japan Eurozone borrowing cost lifted to five-year high The European Central Bank raises interest rates to a five-year high. More business news Porn actors do it for Catalan The Catalan government funds a series of blue movies, deeming them useful for spreading the Catalan language. More on Spain News in brief Eight children among nine dead in Bronx blaze | Former sailor accused of supporting terrorism | Kidnap case astronaut turns in her spacesuit | Spielberg studio to take Tintin to Hollywood Saturday March 10 2007 Angry crowds hunt Bush in Brazil Brazilians take to streets with effigies and abuse while presidents cement alliance that many do not want. More on Brazil EU sets climate change example Merkel steers through 20% cut in emissions. More on climate change Ghost of Hindu Kush haunts US Six years after 9/11, Bin Laden is maddeningly out of reach. Full US coverage World dispatch | Columnists | Audio | Business | UK latest | News blog More news and features -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Russian journalists fear worst after another death Safety fears heightened by mystery plunge of man known for damaging scoops. More on Russia Palestinian, 11, says army used her as shield The Israeli army is investigating whether its troops used two Palestinian children as human shields. More on Israel & the Middle East Gingrich admits having affair at time of Clinton scandal Newt Gingrich confirmed that an extra-marital affair was ongoing at the time he forced the impeachment of Bill Clinton. Full US coverage Chef convicted of Norfolk Island killing Relief after territory's first murder trial in 150 years. More on Australia Campaigners clip wings of the vultures The light of publicity may scare away scavengers of developing world debt. More on debt relief Arrests fail to halt Iran protest Police in Iran arrest trade unionists in an unsuccessful attempt to stop thousands of teachers protesting. Full Iran coverage Dark horse opens up race for French presidency François Bayrou, the "third man" in the French presidential race, this week saw his support surge to 24%. More on France 24 hours Gallery: From Ballymena to Brazil, the best images from around the world. More on Japan FBI abused Patriot act powers, says report The FBI abused its powers under George Bush's Patriot act to obtain information about US citizens. Full US coverage US defends secrecy surrounding Guantánamo Bay hearings The US opens military hearings at Guantánamo Bay into the 14 suspects described as "high value". More on Guantánamo Bay Racehorse breeder at centre of tax evasion case A reclusive racehorse breeder in a southern Indian city is at the centre of £2.5bn tax evasion investigation. More on India Eternal wonder of humanity's first great achievements Only one still stands, but tales of the seven 'must see' monuments still grip the world's imagination. Sunday March 11 2007 'Smart' rebels outstrip US Top American generals make shock admission as Iraq leader pleads with neighbouring countries to seal off their borders. Full Iraq coverage 'Gringo go home', Bush told Chavez rally upstages US president's Latin America tour. More on Venezuela Chirac bows out amid revolution Mood in France reflects a desire for a radical break with old elitist ways. More on France World dispatch | Columnists | Audio | Business | UK latest | News blog More news and features -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- FBI hunts last of the lynchers Washington is bringing elderly Klansmen to justice for killings carried out up to 60 years ago. Full US coverage Bollywood set for the ultimate wedding Forget Liz and Arun. The union of India's real movie royalty is generating $100m. More on India Egypt in the dock over tactics of police torturers Dissidents tell of cattle prods, whips and beatings as Cairo rejects criticism of abuses in Mubarak onslaught. More on Egypt New York abuzz as Queen of Pop goes house hunting Madonna searches for property in Manhattan's most exclusive district. More music news Gay rights furore over MP's garter An Italian senator who belongs to Opus Dei and is known for her anti-homosexual views is called a sado-masochist. More on Italy Resistance hero awaits death camp son's DNA Wartime reunion story enchants French lawyers and judges. More on the second world war News in brief Military action on kidnap ruled out | 'World's oldest' woman dies aged 128 Monday March 12 2007 Sudan blamed for Darfur crimes Khartoum has orchestrated and taken part in 'large-scale international crimes', high-level UN human rights team says. Interactive: Crisis in Darfur More on Sudan Pakistan lawyers and police clash Protests grow over sacking of country's top judge. More on Pakistan BBC journalist 'kidnapped' in Gaza Palestinian police say gunmen have seized Gaza correspondent. More on Israel & the Middle East World dispatch | Columnists | Audio | Business | UK latest | News blog More news and features -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- US army hospital scandal claims third scalp White House forces army's surgeon general to resign over squalid conditions at Walter Reed military hospital. Full US coverage Seeing Berlin in virtual 3D News blog: Kate Connolly on how Berlin became the world's first city to present itself in 3D on Google Earth. More from News blog Undiplomatic ties cost drunk ambassador his job Israel recalls its ambassador to El Salvador after he was found drunk and naked apart from bondage gear. More on Israel & the Middle East Fighting for a voice News blog: Zimbabwe repression. Opposition leader jailed More on Zimbabwe US tries to stop Chávez stealing Bush's thunder US officials tried to stop South American trip becoming de facto showdown between two presidents. News blog: Peter Walker More on Venezuela Full US coverage Withdrawal plans if 'surge' fails US plan 'to withdraw soldiers from Iraq and emphasise training if troop increase fails'. Blix: Blair used spin to justify war Bush asks for more Iraq troops Full Iraq coverage Cash dispute delays opening of Iranian reactor Funding row delays start of Iran's first nuclear power plant, Russian company building the facility says. Iran to take nuclear case directly to UN Full Iran coverage Chirac says farewell to politics President prepares departure. News blog: Chirac bids adieu More on France UK-style rules 'may have prevented friendly fire death' Killing of UK soldier by US pilots would not have happened under UK rules of engagement, inquest hears. Full Iraq coverage Playing the al-Qaida card World briefing, Simon Tisdall: Morocco is playing on fears of terrorism to maintain control of Western Sahara. More world briefings So you think you live in a democracy? Comment is free, Ronald Dworkin: The US and UK are falling far behind the conditions of genuine democracy. More from Comment is free Swiss man faces up to 75 years for insulting Thai king Swiss man faces long jail term after conviction for lese-majeste for insulting revered king. World news guide: Thailand China calls for fewer executions State's top legal bodies call for less use of the death penalty. More on China More general attorney than attorney general News blog: Mark Tran finds little support for Alberto Gonzales and his apparent distrust of the constitution. More from News blog Republican war critic set to run for president Chuck Hagel to announce he is to seek the Republican nomination for next year's presidential contest. Full US coverage Poisonous ants avoid annihilation News blog: Peter Walker on monks having trouble with an infestation because of vows not to harm living creatures. More from News blog UN to decide Kosovo future after talks fail Serbian and ethnic Albanian leaders ended a year of fruitless negotiations over Kosovo at the weekend. More on Kosovo Children born with HIV survive into teens Children with HIV surviving into adolescence, overturning assumption that virtually all die before five. More on Zimbabwe It's a stick-up: Italy's new bandits use wild west tactics · Sleeper trains targeted by night-time thieves · Gangs pull emergency cord to escape from trains More on Italy Separate rooms come into vogue in US · Two master suites likely in 60% of designer houses · Getting away from snores could save a marriage Full US coverage Vehicle of kidnapped embassy staff recovered UK investigators return to desert camp where five embassy workers and relatives kidnapped. Tokyo victims of US firebombing sue Japan A group of Tokyo residents has demanded compensation from the Japanese government for starting the war. More on the second world war Russian party cries foul after being excluded Voters went to the polls in 14 of Russia's 86 regions amid claims that opposition parties were marginalised. More on Russia Remnants of stolen lives to finally be seen Largest collection of Nazi death camp records to be opened up to historians. More on the second world war Cancún faces new beach battle The resort of Cancún is fighting the forces of nature again, a year after Hurricane Wilma. Guardian Unlimited Environment Hitler's honour lives on in G8 summit town German town forced to make embarrassing admission that Adolf Hitler is still an honorary citizen. More on Germany March 11 memorial unveiled Cylindrical glass tower etched with names of 191 victims of Europe's worst attack by Islamists unveiled. More on Spain Mauritania holds landmark free election Democratic civilian rule is on the brink of being restored to Mauritania after a landmark free election. Two Britons die on Norwegian ski trek · Third man is stable after being found by Red Cross · Trio got lost in snowstorm as they headed for hut News in brief MP calls for international help over refugee crisis | Marijuana-filled lorry abandoned on road | Woman who died at home not found for four years Tuesday March 13 2007 Police 'tried to kill Tsvangirai' Zimbabwe's opposition leader sent for hospital tests after appearing in court with head wound. World briefing: Simon Tisdall Leader: Collapse of a regime More on Zimbabwe Bush heads home empty-handed US president has little to show from Latin America tour. Full US coverage Le Pen country Audio slideshow: Angelique Chrisafis and Dan Chung in National Front heartland. Le Pen clings to heartland More on France World dispatch | Columnists | Audio | Business | UK latest | News blog More news and features -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Divide and rule in Zimbabwe World briefing, Simon Tisdall: Despite the recent violence, Mugabe is far from losing his grip on power - for now. More on Zimbabwe Bush pondered firing all attorneys White House wanted to sack all 93 US attorneys at the start of George Bush's second term in 2004. News blog: Mark Tran Full US coverage Britons kidnapped in Ethiopia released Five Britons kidnapped in Ethiopia have been released, foreign secretary Margaret Beckett says. World news guide: Ethiopia Surreal Berlusconi trial begins as it means to go on Long-awaited trial of Silvio Berlusconi begins in dramatic fashion with a defendant locked in a cage. More on Italy Demonstrator killed in protest over 60p bus fare rise One dead and dozens injured in clashes in central China as thousands take to streets over bus fares. More on China No word on missing BBC journalist BBC still has no confirmation of whereabouts of Alan Johnston, who has reportedly been kidnapped in Gaza. Masked gunmen kidnap British reporter in Gaza Foreign journalists are too useful to resist More on Israel & the Middle East Hope over N Korea nuclear deal UN's chief nuclear inspector expresses optimism that North Korea will comply with disarmament agreement. Full North Korea coverage High court blow for Rwandan genocide accused Four men accused of taking part in 1994 genocide failed in high court bid to avoid extradition from UK. More on Rwanda British soldiers cleared over Iraqi abuse Two soldiers were cleared today of failing to ensure their men did not abuse Iraqis in Basra. Pessimistic Pentagon studies fallback options in Iraq Full Iraq coverage Letter proves Speer knew of Holocaust plan Newly discovered letter by Hitler's architect Albert Speer offers proof he knew about plans to exterminate Jews. More on the second world war Viacom sues Google and YouTube Media conglomerate files $1bn lawsuit accusing search engine giant of 'massive copyright infringement'. Is the GooTube shootout Viacom's last chance saloon? More business news Stallone charged with importing banned hormone Airport staff found 48 vials of the human growth hormone Jintropin in Sylvester Stallone's luggage. More on Australia Evangelical Christians attack use of torture by US Statement critical of US policy towards detainees and repudiating torture as a tactic in the war on terror. Full US coverage Nepalese PM calls for end to monarchy Nepalese monarchy effectively ended by prime minister's call to clear the way for a republic. World news guide: Nepal Morocco plays on terror fears in Sahara peace bid Simon Tisdall: Morocco is seeking international backing for a new peace plan for the Western Sahara. More world briefings Russia displays looted German treasure Exhibition fails to end row over ownership of artefacts stolen by the Red Army in 1945. More on Russia Israeli ambassador found drunk and naked with sex toys Tsuriel Raphael discovered at residence drunk, naked, bound and surrounded by sex toys. More on Israel & the Middle East 160,000-year-old jaw redefines origins of species · North African fossil hints at ties to humans today · Find shows growth of complex society More science news and features US army surgeon general quits in hospital row Scandal over hospital treatment of wounded returning from Iraq and Afghanistan claims biggest scalp yet. Full US coverage Sudan accused of orchestrating Darfur abuses · International response to region's crisis 'inadequate' · Islamic states try to block damning report's delivery. More on Sudan Swiss man faces 75 years jail for insulting Thai king Swiss man convicted of lese-majeste for insulting the country's revered king. World news guide: Thailand China's legal bodies want cut in executions China should reduce use of death penalty and stop humiliating death-row prisoners, top legal bodies declare. More on China Musharraf's removal of chief justice sparks clashes Lawyers clash violently with riot police as protest grows over the ousting of Pakistan's top judge. More on Pakistan Relatives of missing Iranian general accuse US of kidnap Accusations contradict western intelligence claims that the senior Iranian general has defected. Full Iran coverage Perón's widow faces asset freeze Lawyers ask for some $7m (£3.5m) of assets inherited from husband to be frozen by Spanish court. More on Argentina British skiers who froze to death not properly equipped Two skiers who froze to death on Norwegian mountain were warned of deteriorating weather. World news guide: Norway Water of life Explosion of life triggered as floodwaters flow into world's largest ephemeral lake in outback Australia. More on Australia News in brief Police put €2m price on head of diamond thief | Senator in chain protest as Leonardo goes to Japan Wednesday March 14 2007 Mugabe rival in intensive care Mugabe regime unrepentant as Morgan Tsvangirai says his beating was an inspiration to continue his struggle. Tsvangirai sent to hospital World briefing: Simon Tisdall More on Zimbabwe Congress set for full Iraq debate Republican senators end blocking tactics over withdrawal debate. Full US coverage Attack on al-Qaida Video: Iraqis themselves are turning on al-Qaida. GuardianFilms World dispatch | Columnists | Audio | Business | UK latest | News blog More news and features -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- US general splits opinion with gay remarks News blog, James Sturcke: op US general's remarks come just as commanders in Iraq plead for more troops. More from News blog Global stocks tumble again London's FTSE 100 index crashes more than 160 points amid renewed turmoil in world markets. More business news Spain divided as hopes grow for Eta arms handover Claim that Basque separatists are to make symbolic handover of arms adds fuel to already heated debate. More on Spain Six protesters die in Indian land clashes India's attempt to imitate China's economic boom by handing farmland to big business turns violent. More on India Heading south In pictures: Bush in Latin America. Anti-Bush protests in Mexico Bush heads home empty-handed No sex please, we're Japanese Couples who prefer a good night's sleep to fumbling on the futon could be to blame for the falling birth rate. More on Japan EU calls on Syria to help in Lebanon and Iraq Foreign policy chief urges Syria to help stabilise Lebanon and Iraq during visit marking thaw in relations. Europe leads bid to bring Syria in from cold More on Syria Aids strategy a root out of misery News blog, David Beresford: South Africa's Aids new plan may help divert HIV sufferers from 'natural' remedies. More on South Africa More on Aids & HIV 24 hours In pictures: A selection of the best images from around the world. In pictures Muslim militants execute nine Thai bus passengers Separatist violence in southern Thailand's boils over as suspected Muslim militants ambush commuter minibus. World news guide: Thailand White House closes ranks over 'purge' of prosecutors White House rejects calls by Congress for senior staff to give evidence in growing row over prosecutors. Full US coverage Iran accuses Hollywood of 'psychological warfare' Government, MPs and bloggers denounce film depicting Greek and Persian battle at Thermopylae in 480BC. The 300 movie is a glorious camp video game Full Iran coverage Guatemala's 'baby factory' US under pressure to curb trade as 1% of babies go abroad. World news guide: Guatemala Ethiopia blames Eritrea for kidnappings Former British hostages speak of ordeal as Ethiopia accuses its neighbour of orchestrating the abduction. World news guide: Ethiopia World news guide: Eritrea Nuclear agency says North Korea ready to negotiate Pyongyang open to talks on shutting nuclear programme once financial sanctions lifted, IAEA chief says. Full North Korea coverage Better the Tiger you know for Sri Lanka News blog: Colombo's deal with a Tamil Tigers splinter group has caused more civilian deaths, says Mark Tran. More from News blog Harry Belafonte at 80 Singer and actor has devoted most of his life to activism. Full US coverage Obama loses ground in campaign · Clinton impresses with 'commanding' speech · Latest head-to-head woos Jewish lobby US elections 2008 Billionaire Chelsea owner Abramovich divorces wife Russian tycoon divorces his wife in what is thought to be one of the world's largest divorce settlements. More on Russia Surreal Berlusconi trial begins as it means to go on Long-awaited trial of Silvio Berlusconi begins in dramatic fashion with a defendant locked in a cage. Italian paparazzi king paid off by Berlusconi's daughter More on Italy A trip to Le Pen's heartland Audio slideshow: Angelique Chrisafis and Dan Chung in the National Front's stronghold. More on France Starbucks to blend its own music The coffee company has announced it is expanding into the music business. Guardian Unlimited Music Hamas government acts to free kidnapped BBC man Palestinian government says it is working to release Alan Johnston, the BBC's Gaza correspondent. More on Israel & the Middle East The world stands by while Darfur burns Jonathan Freedland: Plea from 14 UN humanitarian bodies on behalf of people in western Sudan is ignored. More comment and debate Nepalese PM's U-turn may seal monarchy's fate Nepal's previously pro-monarchist prime minister said it was time to clear the way for a republic. World news guide: Nepal Iconic casino razed to the ground Last remaining bit of Las Vegas legend lit up with fireworks and laser beams before crashing down. Full US coverage US general calls gays immoral Gay rights groups criticised head of the US joint chiefs of staff for calling homosexuals 'immoral'. More on gay rights News in brief Rocky landing for Stallone down under | Protester dies in riot over hike in bus fares Thursday March 15 2007 Mugabe lashes out at critics Robert Mugabe tells west to 'go hang' and attacks Zimbabwe opposition's 'violent campaign'. Battered Tsvangirai defiant In praise of ... Morgan Tsvangirai More on Zimbabwe Al-Qaida man 'admits' killing Pearl Khalid Sheikh Mohammed 'admits' beheading US journalist. Comment is free: Jason Burke Blog: Confessor draws sceptics 'I was responsible for 9/11' More on the 9/11 attacks Rebels kill 49 Indian police Maoist rebels attack remote police station in forests of eastern India. More on India World dispatch | Columnists | Audio | Business | UK latest | News blog More news and features -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Balkans on the brink World briefing, Simon Tisdall: Russian power play over Kosovo could trigger a new European war. More world briefings More on Kosovo Australian army imposter gatecrashed security meetings Truck driver and convicted armed robber attended top-level military meetings after posing as army officer. More on Australia Vietnamese boy joins Jolie family Angelina Jolie in Vietnam to complete final stages of adopting three-year-old boy, her advisers confirm. Jolie and Pitt in Vietnam to adopt boy, 3 Guardian Unlimited Film Palestinian factions agree on deal Hamas and Fatah factions agree to coalition cabinet. More on Israel & the Middle East Friendly fire victim's widow in direct appeal to Bush Widow of Matty Hull appeals to US president for help in finding out truth about her husband's death. Full Iraq coverage An end to isolation Comment is free, Ian Black: Javier Solana's visit to Syria shows the EU is at willing to do business again with a key player in the Arab-Israeli conflict. More from Comment is free Banana firm fined for paying off Colombian paramilitaries Chiquita admits paying protection money to group implicated in abuses and cocaine smuggling. More on Colombia Full US coverage Rare Borneo leopard identified as new species Rare leopard that hunts in south-east Asia has been identified as an entirely new species of great cat. More on conservation Conrad Black's lawyer gets on wrong side of judge Embarrassing start to proceedings with attorney pulled up for comments to media before trial started. Guardian Unlimited Business Full US coverage Attack on al-Qaida Video: Iraqis themselves are turning on al-Qaida. GuardianFilms Pakistani president faces revolt Pervez Musharraf comes under renewed pressure as lawyers take to the streets again. More on Pakistan Charity calls for compensation for flower workers Workers in Kenya and Colombia supplying flowers for Mothers Day face serious health problems, charity warns. More on Colombia More on Kenya Freed Ethiopia hostages return to UK Five Europeans kidnapped by rebel group in northern Ethiopia and held for almost two weeks fly to the UK. World news guide: Ethiopia Bush and Blair threaten new Sudan sanctions · Bashir asks to renegotiate deal on peacekeepers · US to block transactions involving dollars More on Sudan Sushi knives are out for Michelin critics · French gourmets' bible to publish first Tokyo guide · Japanese chefs question Europeans' expertise More on Japan Six protesters die in Indian land clashes · Riot police battle farmers over new economic zones · Loss of livelihoods fuels violence in West Bengal More on India Judge rules Khartoum behind attack on USS Cole US federal judge blames Sudan for al-Qaida attack on the USS Cole in 2000 that killed 17 seamen. More on al-Qaida For Russia's poor it is just getting worse Petro-dollars fail to trickle down to pensioners, jobless and government workers. More on Russia I'm no hero, says woman who saved 2,500 children · Poland puts 97-year-old forward for Nobel prize · Social worker smuggled Jews out of Warsaw More on the second world war Spain divided over Eta deal Claim Basque separatist group to make symbolic handover of arms adds fuel to an already heated debate. More on Spain Google to erase information on billions of searches Google to erase personal data on billions of internet searches in attempt to secure privacy of its users. More from Technology Guardian 'Life saving' marijuana case lost Woman whose doctor says marijuana is only medicine keeping her alive is not immune from prosecution. Full US coverage Birthrate fear as Japanese prefer sleep to sex Exhausted couples who prefer a good night's sleep could be to blame for Japan's rapidly declining birthrate. More on Japan A trip to Le Pen's heartland Audio slideshow: Angelique Chrisafis and Dan Chung in the National Front's stronghold. More on France Victim's mother in court over Austria kidnap claims Hearing into whether mother of Austrian kidnap victim Natascha Kampusch involved in abduction. More on Austria Spartans film is psychological war, says Iran In Iran's pantheon of hated western symbols Hollywood is established as place of cultural decadence. Full Iran coverage Friday March 16 2007 Mugabe 'at war' with dissidents Zimbabwean opposition leaders say there is no going back in campaign to drive Robert Mugabe from power after police beat up opponents of the regime. Mugabe tells west to 'go hang' More on Zimbabwe Pakistani police trash TV station Opposition leaders detained in protests over top judge's ousting. More on Pakistan Spector prepares to face music Dan Glaister: The murder trial of the man behind the wall of sound. Audio slideshow: Troubled genius More on Phil Spector's trial World dispatch | Columnists | Audio | Business | UK latest | News blog More news and features -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Olmert attempts to shrug off unpopularity Israeli PM tries to restore political standing ahead of eport expected to criticise handling of Lebanon war. More on Israel & the Middle East Emails show Karl Rove's role in prosecutors sackings Pressure mounts on White House over allegedly political sacking of eight US federal prosecutors. Full US coverage World breaks temperature records Planet's warmest period on record during northern hemisphere winter, according to US scientists. Arctic may lose all ice by 2040 Soldier's friendly fire death 'unlawful' Coroner hits out at US military over death of British soldier killed in 'assault' on convoy. Victim's widow asks Bush to aid hunt for truth Full Iraq coverage Without a trace Declan Walsh reports on Pakistan's disappeared. Audio: Declan Walsh Haditha officer defends actions US marine charged with the killing of 18 Iraqi civilians 'followed military procedures'. Full Iraq coverage New law strengthens China's private property rights China takes further step away from its communist with laws strengthening rights for individuals and firms. More on China Castro 'in perfect shape' to stand in 2008 elections Cuban president in 'perfect shape' to stand for parliament, says head of national assembly. Márquez avoids 80th birthday to walk with Castro More on Cuba US troops kill five Afghan policemen US forces mistakenly killed five Afghan policemen in clash in south of country, government in Kabul says. More on Afghanistan Lost civilisation Cartoon: Steve Bell on Bush's tour of Latin America. More cartoons by Steve Bell Balkans on the brink World briefing, Simon Tisdall: Russian power play over Kosovo could trigger a new European war. More world briefings Iran cracks down on teachers' pay protests Authorities signal determination to break teachers' pay revolt by arresting up to 1,000 people. Full Iran coverage Democrats defeated in Iraq timetable vote Democratic party hopes of tying Bush to a timetable for US troop withdrawal from Iraq suffer setback. Full US coverage Conrad Black Profile: Former Telegraph owner links trial to his lifestyle. MediaGuardian.co.uk Russia joins west in turning sanctions screw on Iran Moscow agrees to tighten UN sanctions, day after announcing delay in supply of nuclear fuel to it. More on Russia Japanese internet tycoon guilty of securities fraud Controversial Livedoor entrepreneur Takafumi Horie sentenced to two-and-a-half years in prison. The life and times of Takafumi Horie More on Japan 9/11 man boasts of Pearl death · Gruesome claim detailed in Pentagon transcript · Detainee's boast of link to 31 plots More on al-Qaida Attack on al-Qaida Video: Iraqis themselves are turning on al-Qaida. GuardianFilms Israel risks isolation as Hamas-Fatah coalition begins · Europe and UK sound out moderates in new cabinet · US fails to join boycott over peace conditions More on Israel & the Middle East Need a mortgage? No problem Aggressive selling has plunged millions of badly-off Americans into financial disaster Full US coverage Musharraf vows to stay out of top judge's trial Pervez Musharraf has promised not to interfere with the disciplinary case against Pakistan's top judge. More on Pakistan Russia tightens grip on EU energy supply · Concerns increased over dependency on Moscow · Putin signs deal for oil pipeline to Greece More on Russia India's Maoist insurgency gathers pace · Pro-government militia fighters among casualties · Rebels' strength may draw army into direct conflict More on India Murder victim 'wrote message with her blood' Message apparently written in blood by dying murder victim enables Italian police to reopen murder case. More on Italy Brazilian looters flee with £1m in cash after plane crash · Four die as light aircraft comes down in woodland · Police find money in local settlement after chase More on Brazil US banana firm fined $25m Chiquita to pay a $25m (£13m) fine after admitting it paid terrorists for protection in Colombia. More on Colombia Minister given liver transplant South Africa's minister of health, Manto Tshabalala-Msimang, has had a liver transplant. More on South Africa The $1,000 caviar pizza The humble pizza has come a long way from its 19th century origins as an oven-baked Neapolitan favourite. Full US coverage News in brief Gunman shot dead after killing three in rampage | Interpol seeks Iranians over Buenos Aires blast | Curator and husband looted top museum | Palestinians lobby to take part in Eurovision Saturday March 17 2007 Inside Mugabe's crumbling state At the end of a week that saw protests violently crushed, Chris McGreal reports on a nation sliding into chaos. The enemy within More on Zimbabwe Pakistani police trash TV station Major TV station targeted as protests grow over ousting of top judge. Leader: Justice denied More on Pakistan 'Fascism is in fashion' In an extract from her final book, Anna Politkovskaya chronicles the death of Russian democracy. More on Russia World dispatch | Columnists | Audio | Business | UK latest | News blog More news and features -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Friendly fire death was a criminal act, coroner rules · British soldier's death in Iraq 'entirely avoidable' · Widow speaks of feeling badly let down by US Full Iraq coverage Olmert defiant as calls grow for resignation · Israeli prime minister admits he is unpopular · He calls media criticism a 'cauldron of poison' More on Israel & the Middle East Phil Spector and the wall of charges After four years of denials, claims and bizarre court appearances, legendary producer faces murder trial. Audio slideshow: Troubled genius More on Phil Spector's trial Full US coverage CIA spy says cover blown by own side · Plame claims government destroyed her career · Lives put in danger by 'reckless' leak Full US coverage Without a trace Declan Walsh reports on Pakistan's disappeared. Audio: Declan Walsh 'I try to forget - but i can't' Rory McCarthy meets Huda Ghalia, the shy girl who became a symbol of Palestinian despair. More on Israel & the Middle East Police raid on theatre saves a lobster from certain death Police raid Milan playhouse to save a lobster from being bludgeoned to death and eaten on stage. More on Italy UN man escapes Gaza kidnap bid Head of Gaza's UN refugee mission narrowly missed being kidnapped after gunmen opened fire on his car. More on Israel & the Middle East Take the Coca out of Cola, Bolivian farmers say Coca farmers want to reclaim leaf as part of Bolivia's cultural heritage by forcing drinks giant to change brand name. Lost civilisation Cartoon: Steve Bell on Bush's tour of Latin America. More cartoons by Steve Bell Iran crushes teachers' pay protest Authorities in Iran arrest up to 1,000 teachers in crackdown that signals their determination to break a pay revolt. Full Iran coverage Finnish PM improves his prospects · Kiss-and-tell published in run-up to election · Affair began at Ikea and ended with text message Kremlin chiefs get own lane in Moscow tunnel Russian president is to get his own fast lane in a tunnel that is meant to relieve traffic congestion. More on Russia Majorca protest over expansion Thousands on Spanish island expected to protest against new developments today. More on Spain Attack on al-Qaida Video: Iraqis themselves are turning on al-Qaida. GuardianFilms Sunday March 18 2007 Suicide chlorine bombers hit Iraq Baghdad security faces new threat as rebels' gas weapon is unleashed against coalition forces. Full Iraq coverage 'Emergency law' in Zimbabwe Opposition parties stand defiant as Mugabe makes more threats. Zimbabwe MP tells of ordeal More on Zimbabwe Gang mayhem grips Los Angeles Conflict between Hispanic and black gangs spreading across LA. Full US coverage World dispatch | Columnists | Audio | Business | UK latest | News blog More news and features -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Israel snubs Palestinian coalition The new, more moderate government installed in Palestine yesterday has not been recognised by Israel. More on Israel & the Middle East Fee row stalls Khmer Rouge trial Genocide trial of former Khmer Rouge leaders in Cambodia saved from collapse after tense 10-day meeting of judges. Fiennes scales his toughest challenge Sir Ranulph Fiennes reaches the summit of the Eiger after successfully scaling its treacherous north face. New Fab Four on track to rock the US Amy Winehouse and the Fratellis spearhead Britain's latest chart assault Guardian Unlimited Music Lost civilisation Cartoon: Steve Bell on Bush's tour of Latin America. More cartoons by Steve Bell £100m drug cash haul Police have confiscated $206m (£105m) from a criminal gang stretching from Asia to Central and North America. Top French tennis coach faces sex abuse claims French tennis coach Regis de Camaret in custody awaiting trial amid allegations of sex abuse and rape. More on France Why Pakistan is crucial to the world's stability Denis Macshane: Time and again, the West has turned its back on Pakistan. That mistake should not be made again. More on Pakistan Refugees flee Sri Lanka fighting Aid workers unable to cope as number of refugees fleeing fighting in eastern Sri Lanka rises dramatically. Attack on al-Qaida Video: Iraqis themselves are turning on al-Qaida. GuardianFilms A meeting of great minds Notebook: Some of our greatest mathematical minds are chatting when the topic turns to money, and Hollywood. More on Italy Monday March 19 2007 Bush defends Iraq presence Leaving Iraq now would have devastating consequences for US security, George Bush warns on fourth anniversary of start of attack on Iraq. 'I regret toppling Saddam' Former Iraqi VP 'to hang at dawn' Peter Walker: A lucky strike Full Iraq coverage US releases frozen N Korea funds Nuclear talks resume in Beijing after US unfreezes Pyongyang accounts. Full North Korea coverage Naomi goes for cleaner image Supermodel chauffeur-driven to warehouse for community service. Audio: Ed Pilkington in New York Full US coverage World dispatch | Columnists | Audio | Business | UK latest | News blog More news and features -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Russian mine blast kills 61 At least 61 Russian coal miners were killed today in a methane gas explosion, and fears were growing for those still trapped underground. More on Russia Former Iraqi vice president 'to hang at dawn' Iraqi officials request transfer of Taha Yassin Ramadan from US custody for execution tomorrow. Full Iraq coverage New York police charged over killing turn themselves in Two New York police detectives today turned themselves in after being charged with manslaughter in the killing of an unarmed black man on his wedding day. Full US coverage Burma produces first vintages German engineer with no experience in viticulture helps Burma join list of wine-producers. More on Burma Confession triggers appeal in Daniel Pearl case Briton on deathrow in Pakistan to appeal after Guantanamo inmate's confession over murdered reporter. More on Pakistan Climate change expert slates US 'interference' in research White House interference reveals 'flaws' in democracy, according to leading US climate scientist. More from Environment Full US coverage US to open talks with Palestinian coalition ministers · American officials will not meet Hamas members · Israel insists it will not deal with new government More on Israel & the Middle East Two dollars bought mugger 17 years in jail · Half a life later, campaign overturns severe penalty · Same judge gave a white man probation for murder Full US coverage Troubled genius Audio slideshow: As Phil Spector's trial opens, we profile the man behind the 'wall of sound'. Full coverage: Phil Spector trial Voters can't send a message to you Rudy News blog: Mark Tran sees Rudy Giuliani sign up to a networking website only to block incoming visitors. More from News blog Mugabe opponent beaten again Opposition spokesman Nelson Chamisa seized at airport on his way to EU conference in Brussels. More on Zimbabwe Italian militant turned crime writer caught in Brazil Former terrorist turned bestselling writer who fled France in 2004 is arrested in Brazil. More on Brazil More on Italy Putin authorised Litvinenko killing, says tycoon Russian president authorised murder of former spy, exiled tycoon Boris Berezovsky says in interview. More on Russia France's 'son of soil' ruffles rivals Tractor-driving François Bayrou sets out his vision for the nation. More on France Emigrants from Latin America send home £32bn lifeline · Record sum dwarfs foreign direct investment and aid · Remittances saved up to 10m families from poverty World news guide: Latin America Plague of beetles raises fears for American beauty Beetle infestation could destroy 90% of Colorado's distinctive lodgepole pine forests. More environment news 'Bong' banner is test case for student free speech US supreme court to decide if school was wrong to punish student for banner reading 'Bong hits for Jesus'. Full US coverage Clinton's Stars and Stripes proves file-sharers' hit Fuzzy video of Hillary Clinton's off-key rendition of Star Spangled Banner garners 1.1 million online viewers. More on the US elections 2008 Tragic story of Mussolini's wife made into film Film to be made about woman whom Italy's fascist dictator tried to airbrush out of history. More on Italy Bar fee dispute delays Khmer Rouge hearings Proposed £2,500 charge for lawyers to take part in Cambodia's genocide trial threatens to derail process. News guide: Cambodia Attack on al-Qaida Video: Iraqis themselves are turning on al-Qaida. GuardianFilms News in brief Islamic school attack kills three boys and sparks riot | Khartoum suspends all cooperation with ICC Tuesday March 20 2007 Saddam's vice-president hanged Taha Yassin Ramadan hanged for Dujail killing of 148 Shias. Comment is free: Salam Pax Comment is free: Sami Ramadani Stand firm on Iraq, pleads Bush UK firms face fraud allegations Full Iraq coverage WWF warns of freshwater crisis Some of the world's best-known rivers 'at risk of drying up'. Guardian Unlimited Environment 'Their business is jihad' Declan Walsh visits a hotbed of Islamic militancy at the heart of Pakistan's capital. More on Pakistan World dispatch | Columnists | Audio | Business | UK latest | News blog More news and features -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Muslim Brotherhood decries 'anti-terrorism' referendum Egypt's Muslim Brotherhood protests at plans for a referendum on legal changes designed to crack down on terrorism. More on Egypt Pressure increases on US attorney general to resign George Bush calls Gonzales to reassure him his job is safe. Comment: Michael Tomasky Full US coverage Siberian mine deaths rise to 105 British consultant is feared to be among the victims of Russia's worst mining accident in a decade. More on Russia Chávez v his allies News blog: Rory Carroll on the Venezuelan president 's ultimatum to members of his ruling alliance. More from News blog Russian care home fire kills 62 Blaze sweeps through a nursing home in southern Russia killing at least 62 people. More on Russia Mad Macs Comment is free, Brian Whitaker: McDonald's wants the definition of 'McJob' changed. Many staff would agree. More from Comment is free Please look after me News blog: Would you have this bear shot, asks Kate Connolly. More from News blog GM mosquitoes offer new hope Significant but controversial boost in fight against malaria with development of GM mosquitos. More science news and features Celebrity boot camp: Campbell's garbage shift Supermodel Naomi Campbell begins community sentence for phone assault on her housemaid. Audio: Ed Pilkington in New York Full US coverage Mugabe threat to expel envoys Zimbabwe's president, Robert Mugabe, warns diplomats not to aid opposition activists. Opposition prepares for final push More on Zimbabwe Free my son, BBC reporter's father pleads Concern mounts for the safety of Alan Johnston, abducted in the Gaza Strip a week ago. More on Israel & the Middle East Kenya sets world first with money transfers by mobile · Banking system bypassed by using text messages · Phone networks size up global trade worth billions More on Kenya Many happy returns Cartoon: Steve Bell on the fourth anniversary of the Iraq invasion. More cartoons by Steve Bell Beijing finally embraces modern British art Beijing show coincides with exhibition of Chinese contemporary artists in UK. More on China Bush appointees 'watered down greenhouse science' Bush administration ran a systematic campaign to play down the dangers of climate change, Congress told. Full US coverage Inside the dragon's lair Did Anna Politkovskaya interview the man who had her killed? The final extract of her last book. More on Chechnya Troubled genius Audio slideshow: Richard Williams profiles Phil Spector. Guardian Unlimited Music Winemaker ferments a revolution in Burma Vineyard set up by German engineer is improbable addition to growing list of world's wine producers. More on Burma German envoy attacks US policy Washington has forfeited legitimacy and credibility in eyes of most of world, senior German official argues. More on Germany Jury selection begins in Spector trial Murder trial begins four years after actor who starred in cult movie shot dead in foyer of his home. Full coverage: Phil Spector trial Brazil holds runaway Italian terrorist of 1970s Brazilian police to transfer Cesare Battisti to federal police headquarters where he will face extradition. More on Brazil German drill sergeants on trial for abuse Biggest scandal in the German army's post-war history with 18 training officials on trial for abusing recruits. More on Germany Hidden fossil, flying dragon Xianglong zhaoi is the first lizard fossil in the world to be found with gliding ribs. More on China Poland to ban schools from discussing homosexuality Teachers face the sack, fines or imprisonment if they ignore ban on discussing homosexuality. More on gay rights News in brief Police officers surrender in 'racist' shooting case | Five more judges resign over chief justice removal Wednesday March 21 2007 'Child decoys' used in Iraq US commanders are investigating an incident in which two children appeared to be used as decoys to get past an American checkpoint in a car that was then blown up with the pair still inside. Full Iraq coverage Fighting returns to Somalia Rebels drag bodies of two soldiers through Mogadishu. World news guide: Somalia The Children of Baghdad Video: Second of three films looks Iraq's most vulnerable children. Iraq reaches out to insurgents The quest to leave Baghdad Comment: Simon Jenkins Full Iraq coverage World dispatch | Columnists | Audio | Business | UK latest | News blog More news and features -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Chirac finally backs Sarkozy Nicolas Sarkozy today declared himself 'very touched' by outgoing president Jacques Chirac's support for his bid to succeed him. News blog: Just Jacques More on France Bush aides called to testify over prosecutor sackings Congressional Democrats today set up a showdown with the White House as a panel approved subpoenas for Karl Rove and other White House aides, Louis Fisher: The politics of privilege Full US coverage Blair joins African calls for action on Zimbabwe Prime minister Tony Blair today pledged to press the EU to impose tougher sanctions against Zimbabwean president Robert Mugabe's regime. South Africa under fire for failure to act in Mugabe crisis More on Zimbabwe Woolmer's death is suspicious, say police The death of Pakistan cricket coach and former England Test batsman Bob Woolmer is being treated as suspicious, Jamaican police said today. Guardian Unlimited Sport Magazine defamed Russia's richest woman, court rules Yelena Baturina was £2,150 better off today after a court in Moscow upheld her complaint against the Russian edition of Forbes magazine. MediaGuardian.co.uk More on Russia 24 hours In pictures: A selection of the best images from around the world. In pictures Tamiflu warning in Japan after child suicides and injuries Concerns about the anti-flu drug Tamiflu deepened today after doctors in Japan were warned against prescribing it to teenagers. More on Japan Ahmadinejad weighs into row over US film Iran's president today attacked western filmmakers for portraying his country as 'savage'. Full Iran coverage Israel hit by general strike Nationwide open-ended strike stops international flights and shuts down public services. More on Israel & the Middle East Bush phone call fails to defuse pressure on Gonzales · Power struggle centres on firing of prosecutors · Cross-party attack on attorney general Leader: Congress bites back Full US coverage Take in the view In pictures: The new tourist attraction at the Grand Canyon. In pictures 27kg of opium - another day in the Afghan war on drugs Despite an improved counter-narcotics strategy, poppy production is greater than ever, reports Julian Borger. More on Afghanistan Way, José! Comment is free: Farmers' hero José Bové should liven up a dull race for France's presidency, says Colin Randall. Full coverage of the French elections More from Comment is free North Korea holds its tongue until funds released Nuclear talks make little headway as Pyongyang sticks to its demand ro receive frozen funds worth $25m. Full North Korea coverage World's great rivers drying up Nile, Ganges, Yangtze and others face man-made collapse: WWF. Guardian Unlimited Environment South Africa under fire for failure to act in Mugabe crisis Zimbabwe's archbishop accuses South Africa of failing to use its power to force change in his country. More on Zimbabwe Witch hunt Hundreds of Indian women are killed or disfigured every year after being branded witches. Raekha Prasad reports. More on India 'Robbers use guns. He used lies' Opening of Conrad Black trial hears claims of greed, lust for power and $60m theft. MediaGuardian.co.uk 'Their business is jihad' Declan Walsh visits the Red Mosque, a hotbed of Islamic militancy at the heart of Pakistan's capital. More on Pakistan Troubled genius Audio slideshow: Richard Williams profiles Phil Spector. Guardian Unlimited Music Italian released after Taliban deal Taliban fighters released in return for freedom of Italian journalist Daniele Mastrogiacomo. More on Afghanistan Court censures Poland for denying abortion rights European court of human rights ruled that Poland was failing to guarantee access to lawful abortions. World news guide: Poland Muslim Brotherhood decries 'anti-terrorism' referendum Egypt's opposition protests at plans for referendum on legal changes designed to tackle terrorism. More on Egypt Hurley launches India's Hello! The first Indian edition of Hello! magazine was launched in Delhi with Liz Hurley on the cover. More on India Central America drug cartels take double hit Police in seize more than 19 tonnes of cocaine and £106m in cash in separate operations. World news guide: Latin America US Communist party's archives opened to the public · Lenin interview among 2,000 donated documents · Post-McCarthy era history given to New York library Full US coverage Google joins Apple in race to launch mobiles in Europe Several leading European mobile phone companies are being courted by Apple and Google. Guardian Unlimited Business News in brief Saddam's deputy is fourth to be hanged | Rising CO2 in seawater threatens shellfish | Trade unionist murders soar to 84 in year | Scores drown after truck causes bridge to collapse Thursday March 22 2007 Baghdad blast shakes UN chief · Rocket lands yards away · First visit by Ban Ki-moon · Baghdad in insurgent talks Q&A: Talks with insurgents US investigates 'child decoys' Full Iraq coverage Fighting hits Pakistan's tribal belt Government hails killing of Islamist radicals; claims of 135 dead denied by tribal sources. Audio slideshow: Waziristan More on Pakistan 'Woolmer had a broken neck' Pakistan team quizzed as police deny they are treating death as murder. Guardian Unlimited Sport World dispatch | Columnists | Audio | Business | UK latest | News blog More news and features -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- US struggles to avert Turkish intervention in Iraq US scrambles to head off 'disastrous' Turkish military intervention in Kurdish-controlled northern Iraq that threatens to open up third front in battle to save Iraq. More on the Kurds More on Turkey The campaign goes on, says Edwards John Edwards is to continue his campaign for the Democratic presidential nomination despite his wife suffering a recurrence of cancer. Full US coverage EU agrees open skies deal British government backs deal that heralds revolution in transatlantic air travel after winning 11th hour amendment. Q&A: Open skies Full EU coverage Pill stops cow burps Scientists invent pill to cut bovine burping and save planet. Guardian Unlimited Environment North Korea talks break down over frozen funds North Korean negotiators walked out of nuclear disarmament talks today over $25m of frozen funds. Full North Korea coverage Sons for sale Despite the 200th anniversary of the end of the slave trade, Sarah Left finds Ghanaian boys are still sold. World news guide: Ghana Mogadishu street battles rage for second day Government troops and their Ethiopian allies clash with Islamist forces for the second day running. Soldiers burned in Mogadishu World news guide: Somalia Woolmer's widow not ruling out murder Results of second post-mortem on late Pakistan cricket coach and former England player due later today. Woolmer death suspicious, say police More on Pakistan Al Gore triumphs in Congress Oscar-winner delivers well-honed climate change warning. Full US coverage Chirac finally backs Sarkozy in presidential race French president announces his support for the interior minister's bid to succeed him. Full coverage of the French elections Mass trial of Islamists begins in Morocco Fifty charged with planning to overthrow monarchy as court is to hear of alleged suicide bomb campaign. World news guide: Morocco Map suggests Cook was pipped by Portugal Charts found in bookshop cast doubt on Britain's claim to discovery of Australia. More on Australia Europe needs a bold new story Timothy Garton Ash: The EU at 50 has got the blues. Leaders must discover their common ground. Full EU coverage The Children of Baghdad Video: Second of three films looks at Iraq's most vulnerable children Full Iraq coverage Independence is only solution for Kosovo UN envoy will tell security council that independence is the only viable option for the province. More on Kosovo 27kg of opium - another day in the Afghan war on drugs Despite a more sophisticated strategy, poppy production is greater than ever, reports Julian Borger. More on Afghanistan Elite force sent in to curb escalating violence in Rio 1,000 members of security force will be deployed in Rio de Janeiro to counter escalating violence. More on Brazil Nasa grounds its ideas factory Lack of funds forces closure of brainstorming institute that dreamed up space elevator and crops on Mars. More on space exploration BP bosses to meet Putin Mounting expectation that the Kremlin will make moves to buy out the 50% stake in TNK-BP. Guardian Unlimited Business Billionaire rents luxury homes to Hawaii's poor Japanese billionaire selects families to rent multimillion-dollar home for $150 (£76) a month. More on Japan 24 hours In pictures: Some of the best images from around the world. More picture galleries Tamiflu warning in Japan after child suicides Doctors told not to give drug to teenagers as concern rises over favoured treatment for bird flu. 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Guardian Unlimited Business Rothko expected to fetch $46m Painting by US artist Mark Rothko expected to fetch $46m (£23.4m) when it is auctioned in May. Guardian Unlimited Arts & entertainment Saturday March 24 2007 Police pursue match-fixing theory Bob Woolmer may have been intending to expose foul play. Yard veteran grapples with mystery Gangsters behind illegal betting Vaughan: cricket is still corrupt Act of a trained killer Guardian Unlimited Sport Free our sailors, UK tells Iran Britain demands return of 15 sailors seized by the Iranian navy. US and UK fail to find smoking gun Iran flexes new-found muscles Protecting Iraq's oil supply Full Iran coverage The European Union at 50 A look at what represents old and new Europe half a century on. 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Iranians blame UK Full Iran coverage Captain quizzed on Woolmer Pakistan's cricket captain and two other officials questioned by police investigating Bob Woolmer's murder. Focus: Can cricket ever recover? Guardian Unlimited Sport Orang utans face extinction The palm oil trade is wiping out one of man's closest relatives. Guardian Unlimited Environment World dispatch | Columnists | Audio | Business | UK latest | News blog More news and features -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Mao's forgotten son dies Mao Anqing lived through the most tumultuous era in the history of modern China but spent his last years as an unknown recluse. More on China Evidence shows 'suicide' student was beaten to death Compelling new evidence suggests that a 22-year-old Briton was murdered, contradicting the authorities' verdict of suicide. 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More on Zimbabwe As the EU turns 50, Pope says it's on path to oblivion · Europe 'ignoring Christian roots' says Benedict XVI · Merkel seeks more power for the European Union Special report: the Pope Confident Turkey looks east, not west Simon Tisdall: Turkey was not invited to Europe's big birthday bash yesterday. More on Turkey Amazon groups claim victory as soy plant closes Environmentalists in Amazon celebrate after authorities shut down US-owned soy distribution plant. More on conservation The Children of Baghdad Video: Second of three films looks at Iraq's most vulnerable children Full Iraq coverage Fighting for air: frontline of war on global warming Progress comes at a high price for China and India, but there are grounds for hope. More on climate change Baader Meinhof prisoner freed two days early Former Baader Meinhof militant, Brigitte Mohnhaupt, was released from prison yesterday after serving 24 years. 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