We test the temperature of the nation this week
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Crisis in Burma is compounded by problems getting aid into the country
An earthquake of 7.9 magnitude hits China, killing more than 12,000
Three-quarters of voters think Gordon Brown is doing a bad job
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Tensions rise in Ukraine as President Yushchenko's opponents prevent his annual address
World CO2 levels reach record high, scientists warn
Care of elderly in England faces £6bn shortfall over next 20 years
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Scientists isolate gene that causes epilepsy - but only in women
Indian firm joins forces with Renault-Nissan to build world's cheapest car
Good news for cat lovers: owning one can reduce fatal heart attacks by 40 per cent
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Afghan farmers abandon poppy crops in favour of wheat
Embarrassing medical problems? You can now visit a doctor anonymously in Second Life
A new Japanese vending machine can identify - and refuse - underage smokers
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Summary: Break in the clouds for Obama as his super-delegate count overtakes Hillary's
Forecast: Storms over Westminster as MPs battle over Embryology Bill
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