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BBC World News
Syria troops step up Homs bombing
Heavy artillery fire rocks the restive Syrian city of Homs, in what anti-government activists are calling one of the fiercest assaults yet.
Abbas to head interim government
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas says he will head an interim unity government to prepare for elections in the West Bank and Gaza Strip.
Contador given two-year drug ban
Spanish cyclist Alberto Contador is handed a two-year ban for a doping offence, and loses his 2010 Tour de France title.
Many trapped in Lahore collapse
A factory building collapses in the Pakistani city of Lahore with many people, including women and children, feared trapped, officials say.
Romanian PM resigns over protests
Romania's Prime Minister Emil Boc steps down to "defuse political and social tension" after a series of austerity protests.
Bailout talks to resume in Greece
Party leaders in Greece are to resume crisis talks on new austerity measures demanded by EU leaders in return for funds needed to avoid defaulting on its debts.
China in EU carbon scheme 'ban'
China tells its airlines not to pay charges to the EU's Emissions Trading Scheme, aimed at cutting carbon emissions.
Queen commemorates 60-year reign
The Queen visits a school in Norfolk and there are gun salutes in London as she marks the 60th anniversary of her accession to the throne.
Deadly quake hits the Philippines
At least seven people die after a 6.7 magnitude earthquake struck the central Philippines, official reports say.
Woman runs for Mexico presidency
Mexico's governing conservative party selects its first woman candidate to run in the country's presidential election.
More floods threaten Queensland
Floods continue to threaten Queensland in eastern Australia, with 3,000 evacuated and the town of St George expecting to be worst affected.
Giants edge Patriots in stunner
The New York Giants come from behind to beat the New England Patriots 21-17 with a dramatic last-minute touchdown in Indianapolis.
VIDEO: Europe continues to freeze
The death toll has risen across Europe as countries continue to struggle with the freezing conditions.
VIDEO: Lahore factory collapses in gas blast
A factory building has collapsed in the Pakistani city of Lahore, with many people including child workers feared trapped, officials say.
VIDEO: The day Elizabeth became Queen
Sixty years ago today King George VI died and his 25-year-old daughter Princess Elizabeth became Queen.
VIDEO: One-minute World News
Watch the latest news summary from BBC World News. International news updated 24 hours a day.
VIDEO: Eritrean refugees kidnapped in Sudan
An estimated 2,000 Eritreans arrive every month in Sudan, hoping to claim asylum.
VIDEO: Angry reaction to UN Syria veto
US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has described as a "travesty" Russia and China's veto of a UN resolution condemning Syria's crackdown against anti-government protesters.
VIDEO: Thousands abandon homes in Australia
In Australia thousands of people living in the state of Queensland have been ordered to abandon their homes because of rising floodwaters.
VIDEO: Madonna performs at Super Bowl
American broadcaster NBC has apologised after the singer M.I.A. put her middle finger up during the half-time performance.
Yahoo World News
Syrian forces bombard rebel city of Homs: activists
(Reuters)
 Reuters - Syrian forces bombarded Homs on Monday, killing 50 people in a sustained assault on several districts of the city which has become a centre of armed opposition to President Bashar al-Assad, the Syrian National Council opposition group said.
Abbas to head new unity Palestinian government: senior official
(Reuters)
Reuters - Rival Palestinian factions Fatah and Hamas agreed at a meeting in Qatar on Monday to form a unified Palestinian government for the West Bank and Gaza headed by Palestinian President and Fatah chief Mahmoud Abbas, a senior Palestinian official said.
Analysis: Iran economy could limp along under sanctions
(Reuters)
Reuters - Tightening international sanctions against Iran look set to shrink its economy, push up inflation and further erode its currency, but they may fail to deliver a knock-out blow that forces Tehran to compromise on its nuclear ambitions.
Pakistan factory collapses in gas blast, 3 dead, many trapped
(Reuters)
Reuters - A three-story factory collapsed Monday in the Pakistani city of Lahore after a gas explosion, killing at least three people and trapping dozens, emergency officials said.
Romania PM Boc quits after protests
(Reuters)
Reuters - Romanian Prime Minister Emil Boc resigned on Monday, giving way to mass protests against IMF-backed austerity measures and joining leaders of other European Union states felled by soaring debts.
Argentina and Britain's Unfinished War: Hate Email, Harrassing Calls and Prince William
(Time.com)
Time.com - Whether called the Falklands or Las Malvinas, the south Atlantic islands are once again the center of a diplomatic row as the 30th anniversary of a brief war approaches
Dutch hopes grow for natural ice skating marathon
(AP)
AP - The deep freeze gripping much of Europe means the Netherlands' almost mythical "Eleven Cities Tour" ice skating marathon could be staged later this month for the first time in 15 years, organizers said Monday.
Palestinians move toward end of political rift
(AP)
 AP - The main Palestinian political rivals on Monday took a major step toward healing their bitter rift, agreeing that Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas would head an interim unity government to prepare for general elections in the West Bank and Gaza Strip.
Mexico party picks woman as presidential candidate
(AP)
 AP - A major political party in Mexico has chosen a female presidential candidate for the first time, as the ruling party bet that a charismatic former congresswoman will help it erode the lead held by its powerful rival.
Obama's grandma injured after car rolls in Kenya
(AP)
AP - A relative of Barack Obama says the president's step-grandmother suffered minor injuries after a car she was traveling in rolled over.
China says Tibet facing "urgent" task to maintain stability
(Reuters)
Reuters - China's mountainous region of Tibet is facing an urgent task to maintain stability and all government workers must be on their highest guard ahead of the Tibetan New Year and the fourth anniversary of riots, a newspaper said on Monday.
Canadian Muslims issue fatwa against "honor killing"
(Reuters)
Reuters - A group of Canada's leading Muslim clerics has issued a fatwa against so-called "honor killings," just a week after three members of an Afghan Canadian family were convicted of a gruesome quadruple murder that triggered a national debate about cultural values.
Correction: Australia helicopter deaths story
(AP)
AP - In a story Feb. 5 about the deaths of two filmmakers in an Australian helicopter crash, The Associated Press reported erroneously the location of the crash. Nowra is 97 miles (156 kilometers) south of Sydney, not north.
Americans face prosecution as Egypt ignores Clinton, Congress
(The Christian Science Monitor)
The Christian Science Monitor - Egypt is bringing criminal charges against at least 40 people, including some American citizens, over the foreign funding of nongovernmental organizations, sharply raising the stakes in a standoff with the US that has put $1.3 billion in US military aid to Egypt at risk.
Russia and China Challenge the West on Syria: What Implications for Iran?
(Time.com)
Time.com - The breach among the Permanent Five members of the U.N. Security Council in Saturday's vote on Syria's increasingly bloody power struggle could have profound implications for Syria's immediate future
BBC Sports News
BBC Americas News
US and Israel 'in unison' on Iran
The US is working closely with Israel to use diplomacy to prevent Iran from becoming a nuclear power, President Barack Obama says.
Egypt 'to try foreign NGO staff'
Egypt says it is to try 43 people - including Americans and other foreigners - over the alleged illegal funding of non-governmental organisations.
Giants edge Patriots in stunner
The New York Giants come from behind to beat the New England Patriots 21-17 with a dramatic last-minute touchdown in Indianapolis.
Mitt Romney wins Nevada caucuses
Front-runner Mitt Romney declares victory in the Republican caucuses in Nevada, as he seeks to win his party's presidential nomination.
JFK mistress reveals new details
Mimi Alford, a former mistress of President John F Kennedy, reveals new details of their relationship in a book, according to US media reports.
US anger at Syria veto 'travesty'
US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton deplores as a 'travesty' Russia and China's veto of a UN resolution condemning Syria's violent crackdown on protesters.
Obama urges 'keep recovery going'
Barack Obama challenges Congress to keep the recovery going as new data shows unemployment down to its lowest rate in three years.
Film-maker Zalman King dies at 70
Film-maker Zalman King, best known for writing and producing the hit movie Nine and a Half Weeks, dies aged 70.
Cancer charity in funding U-turn
A major US breast cancer charity reverses a decision to cut funding to reproductive health group Planned Parenthood, after a furious outcry.
Wikileaks suspect to face trial
Wikileaks suspect Bradley Manning, charged with leaking thousands of classified documents, will face a court martial, says the US Army.
Saigon fall reporter dies at 79
George Esper, who reported on the fall of Saigon for the Associated Press during the last days of the Vietnam war, dies at the age of 79.
Artist set for Facebook windfall
A US graffiti artist who painted Facebook's offices is set to become a millionaire when the social network begins trading as a public company.
Paula Abdul to leave US X Factor
The talent show judge confirms she's leaving - a day after the exit of Steve Jones and Nicole Scherzinger was announced.
American Airlines cuts 13,000 jobs
The loss-making parent company of American Airlines says it will shed 13,000 jobs - around 15% of its workforce.
Facebook unveils plans to float
The world's largest social networking site, Facebook, confirms plans to raise $5bn (£3.16bn) in a share sale and reveals it made $1bn profits.
Canada country profile
Provides an overview of Canada, including key events and facts about the world's second-largest country
Regions and territories: Puerto Rico
An overview of Puerto Rico, including key facts, political leaders and notes on the media
Regions and territories: St Pierre and Miquelon
An overview of the sole French territory in North America
United States country profile
Provides an overview of the United States, including key events and facts about this superpower
VIDEO: Groundhog day spells long winter
A groundhog in Pennsylvania has, according to tradition, suggested there will be no let-up in the wintry weather.
Washington Post Sports
Super Bowl 2012: Eli Manning and Tom Coughlin survive a tumultuous year to come out on top again
INDIANAPOLIS — All week long the New York Giants’ Eli Manning and Tom Coughlin were obscured by who they weren’t.
Eli by his older, more-famous brother’s off-field drama, by the championship résumé of his counterpart Tom Brady, a quarterback even Joe Montana called the greatest of all time.
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Rick Ankiel signs minor league contract with Nationals
The Nationals signed outfielder Rick Ankiel to a minor league contract, a person with knowledge of the agreement said, adding depth to Washington’s thin center field competition with a player who performed well for them when healthy in 2011.
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American soccer players abroad: Sacha Kljestan scores for Anderlecht
GOALKEEPERS
Tim Howard 90 minutes in Everton’s 1-1 draw at Wigan
Brad Friedel and Spurs at Liverpool on Monday
Brad Guzan in 18, didn’t play in Aston Villa’s 2-1 loss at Newcastle
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Super Bowl halftime: NBC, NFL apologize for M.I.A.’s gesture, expletive
This time, the problem with the Super Bowl halftime show was a flip, not a slip.
NBC and the NFL have apologized for an obscene gesture and expletive by M.I.A. near the end of the Super Bowl XLVI halftime show starring Madonna.
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Super Bowl 2012: Tom Brady passes Joe Montana
Putting together touchdown drives at the end of the first half and at the beginning of the second, New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady accomplished something besides putting points on the board. He broke a Super Bowl record set by his boyhood idol, Joe Montana.
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Super Bowl 2012: Giants tight end Travis Beckum tears ACL; Jake Ballard hurt (updated)
Updated at 10:15 p.m.
New York Giants tight end Travis Beckum tore his anterior cruciate ligament early in the second quarter of Super Bowl XLVI on Sunday night. In the second half, tight end Jake Ballard hurt his knee and left the game.
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Dmitry Orlov takes another puck to the face
In the third period of Sunday’s 4-1 loss to Boston, Capitals rookie defenseman Dmitry Orlov was struck under the visor by a deflected puck. It was the second straight afternoon in which Orlov was hit in the face by a puck.
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Super Bowl 2012: Giants beat Patriots 21-17 in heartstopping repeat of 2008
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Fourth quarter:
The Giants drove 88 yards for what would be the winning touchdown, a series highlighted by an incredible pass and catch from Eli Manning to Mario Manningham that covered 38 yards.
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Super Bowl ads 2012: The game’s best commercials
Follow along with live analysis of the ads
Watch and rate all Super Bowl ads
Super Bowl’s most sexist ads
10 commercials that deserve a second look
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Super Bowl 2012 live: Chad Ochocinco goes for the gold — teeth
The first surprise of Super Bowl XLVI came when the New England Patriots released wide receiver Tiquan Underwood on Saturday night and added defensive lineman Alex Silvestro to the lineup.
That couldn’t compare, though, to the look Patriots wide receiver Chad Ochocinco sported when he took the field. He had gold headphones and his matching gold mouthguard. Hey, at least he’s on the active list this week. What are the chances he’ll have a big game, that this is what Bill Belichick has been saving him for?
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Super Bowl 2012: Giants vs. Patriots Live
The New England Patriots and New York Giants take the field today for Super Bowl XLVI in a rematch of their epic title game in 2008. Will Eli Manning and the Giants’ vaunted pass rush repeat the feat? Or will Tom Brady and Bill Belichick win a fourth Super Bowl together to solidify the Patriots’ status as
one of the greatest NFL dynasties ever
?
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TODAY'S WEATHER
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Current Forecast for Leesburg
Monday, 6 February 2012
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CLEAR
27°F
100%
WSW at 3 mph
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10 miles
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