Iranian forces face off US warships in the Strait of Hormuz; the US brands the encounter as “hostile”
Thousands are left homeless by floods in Southern Africa
Research blasts Labour’s “dishonest” school league tables
Prison officers are considering industrial action as Jack Straw moves to ban strikes
China imposes further restrictions on its citizens’ internet freedom
40 per cent of law firms plan to take on less legal aid work, according to survey
Welsh Assembly appoints the UK’s first Commissioner for Older People
Observers accept Georgia’s elections as largely fair, despite opposition claims
The Co-op chain becomes the latest supermarket to ban battery-farmed eggs
Gun laws will be tightened to help tackle gang violence
Congolese rebels meet government representatives for peace talks
Gordon Brown plans NHS screening to help fight strokes and heart disease
Summary:
Murky atmosphere with dubious league tables and donations rows
Forecast:
Wintry, though certain presidential candidates will be feeling the heat
Craig Burnett
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