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When will we have truth in advertising?

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When will we have truth in advertising? : "But what exactly is old? ''Old'' used 100 years ago meant perhaps 60 years, whereas today it would be more like 90 years. Age is a relative, not definitive, issue. Very many older people are healthy and active and in positions of responsibility well ... United Kingdom | Ireland

Will aid ever get to those who need it in Somalia?

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Will aid ever get to those who need it in Somalia? : " But if you ask veterans of that aid effort, many will tell you the most troubling brutality came from rival Somali warlords, as they callously blocked food aid for factional reasons, allowing the young, infirm and elderly to die from starvation. ... Telegraph.co.uk "

REO Marketing bosses admit unfair sales charges

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REO Marketing bosses admit unfair sales charges : "Two ex-bosses of a Derbyshire mobility aids firm have admitted using illegal sales methods on elderly customers. At Derby Crown Court, Rodney Stone, 63, of Bamford Avenue, North Wingfield, admitted 15 charges of using unfair or aggressive commercial ... United Kingdom | Ireland

Detention centre deaths spark police investigations

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Detention centre deaths spark police investigations : " However, detention is an essential part of our controls on immigration in the UK ." A man with severe mental illness was unlawfully locked up in a UK detention centre for five months and subjected to inhuman or degrading treatment, according to a high ... The Guardian "

In Ghana, LGBT community forges an alliance of allies to fight homophobic attacks

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In Ghana, LGBT community forges an alliance of allies to fight homophobic attacks : " Numerous reports say that the rumours mongering is particularly taking place amongst the diaspora in the UK . "The issue appears to be a sensitive one for the government. The Ministry of Information and the Office of the President declined to speak to ... San Diego Gay & Lesbian News "

Convicted Santa Rosa bank robber back in jail after rehab rejection

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Convicted Santa Rosa bank robber back in jail after rehab rejection : "By PAUL PAYNE A two-time convicted bank robber who riled prosecutors when he was sentenced to probation instead of prison is back in jail after being rejected by the residential treatment program he was assigned to. Darrell Stafford, 50, of Santa Rosa, ... United Kingdom | Ireland

Detention centre deaths spark police investigations

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Detention centre deaths spark police investigations : " David Wood, director of criminality and detention at the UK Border Agency, said all detainees at immigration removal centres have access to health services seven days a week. "All detainees are seen by a nurse within two hours of arrival and are given ... The Guardian "

UK seeks concerted action on euro zone crisis

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UK seeks concerted action on euro zone crisis : " LONDON (Reuters) - Britain called Friday for a "concerted international effort" to show tumbling markets that governments will act together if needed to avert financial crisis. Foreign Secretary William Hague said Britain was in touch with the United ... United Kingdom | Ireland

Michael Jackson Tribute Concert Planned; Winehouse Makes Billboard Comeback

Michael Jackson Tribute Concert Planned; Winehouse Makes Billboard Comeback “Michael Forever: The Tribute Concert” is scheduled to take place in Cardiff , Wales on October 8. Tito Jackson said, “I know my brother would be very, very proud to see all the artists that he admired and respected so much coming together for this ...

Filling Prison Beds for Profit

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Filling Prison Beds for Profit : "As a result, prisoner rehabilitation is impeded. In America, however, inmates in privately run federal prisoners can't sue authorities for civil rights violations (just individuals) unlike others in publicly run facilities. ... United Kingdom | Ireland

Response from the Ethiopian Embassy

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Response from the Ethiopian Embassy : " Ethiopian prisons undergo regular inspections by independent bodies. The ICRC gives regular training to prison staff and prisons have become rehabilitation centres so that those serving time can learn skills thus easily reintegrate into society. ... Bureau of Investigative Journalism "

Liverpool council 'should officially recognise gay quarter ...

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Liverpool council 'should officially recognise gay quarter ... : "A Liverpool council report says that the city's gay quarter should be officially recognised. A £12000 consultation ended in May after the area's residents, businesses and visitors were asked how the area could be improved. United Kingdom | Ireland

Major investor optimism in UK commercial property increasing

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Major investor optimism in UK commercial property increasing : " Optimism in the UK commercial property market, especially in London , is edging upwards but is still at levels well below a year ago, according to new research. There are glimmers of hope in several UK locations, says the latest Commercial Property ... Property Wire "

Gig for raising cash to combat homelessness

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Gig for raising cash to combat homelessness : " ... shelter and support to homeless people in Swindon since 1972 and relies on its supporters to continue the service. For more information about the charity, meeting or concert, contact Kirsty McNally on 01793 524661 or email enquire@thl.org. uk . United Kingdom | Ireland

UN rights experts urge UK to resolve eviction threat for Irish Travellers

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UN rights experts urge UK to resolve eviction threat for Irish Travellers : "“The irony of this case is that these costs do not appear to include the provision of adequate alternative accommodation for the evicted families, which are soon to be rendered homeless ,” she added. United Kingdom | Ireland

Supermax prisons: 21st century asylums

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Supermax prisons: 21st century asylums : " There is no pretence of rehabilitation in supermax prisons ; the purpose is harsh punishment. Prisoners endure supersized portions of psychological punishment as a result of strict and prolonged solitary confinement. Inmates are confined for 23 to 24 ... Aljazeera.net "

Ex-soldier beat friend to death

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Ex-soldier beat friend to death : "Jurors at the High Court in Glasgow were told both men had gone to Lindsay's home for a nightcap, after a night out. Mr Campbell was violently attacked after wrongly accusing Lindsay of stealing £400 from him. The court heard he believed Lindsay had ... United Kingdom | Ireland

Israel LGBT youth conference cancelled

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Israel LGBT youth conference cancelled : "by Jessica Geen for PinkNews.co. uk An international LGBT youth conference will no longer be held in Israel after Palestinian gay groups complained. The International LGBTQ Youth and Student Organisation (IGLYO) general assembly was to be held in Tel ... United Kingdom | Ireland

Violent armed robber from Liverpool jailed for 19 years

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Violent armed robber from Liverpool jailed for 19 years : " Published Fri 05 Aug 2011 15:43, Last updated: 2011-08-05 A ruthless criminal from Liverpool has been jailed for 19 years for a series of violent robberies and the attempted murder of a police officer. Christopher Jones, 22, from Speke, was part of an ... Click Liverpool "

Teacher sets up new charity to tackle anti-gay bullying

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Teacher sets up new charity to tackle anti-gay bullying : " by Jessica Geen for PinkNews.co. uk A north London teacher has set up a new charity to tackle homophobia in schools. Suran Dickson, 34, who has taught in schools in north London and New Zealand for the past 12 years, set up the group to encourage LGBT ... PinkNews.co.uk "

Meningitis warning as temperatures climb

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Meningitis warning as temperatures climb : "As the Met Office issued a 'level two' health alert for the UK , charity bosses in Derbyshire say they are concerned as many are now at an increased risk of viral meningitis. The Meningitis Trust is issuing the warning as viral meningitis peaks in the ... United Kingdom | Ireland