Colombia frees councilman held since 2009 by FARC
The year-old councilman Marcos Baquero was released by Colombia's FARC and handed to the Red Cross and Senator Piedad Cordoba in a jungle handing over. He flew to Villavicencio and embraced his family, marking the first of five promised releases as peace talks remain uncertain.
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Police contact thousands over News of the World phone hacking
British police said they would inform thousands of people whose names appeared in documents tied to the News of the World phone hacking scandal. About 3,000 cell numbers were recovered, and every person linked to those numbers will be contacted as the investigation expands. John Prescott said police indicated new evidence supporting his hacking victim claim.
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Mexican journalist Aristegui fired stirs freedom of expression debate
In Mexico City, Carmen Aristegui says MVS radio dismissed her for not apologizing over remarks about a congressman's accusation that President Calderon is an alcoholic. Officials deny government pressure, while critics cite ongoing media independence concerns and state advertising influence.
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Berlusconi claims sex trial bid aims to topple him
Milan prosecutors seek to try Silvio Berlusconi on charges of paying for sex with a 17 year old girl and cover up accusations. The scandal tests the weakened premier as he faces legal fights and a political rift with an ex-ally.
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