Monthly Archives: April 2011

‘Paradise’

Written on April 30, 2011 by Editor - Top News Stories

29 April 2011 Last updated at 19:46 ET Dennis Tito’s jubilant return to Earth: “I just came back from paradise!” Ten years ago, US multi-millionaire Dennis Tito became the world’s first-ever space tourist. He is said to have paid $20m … Continue reading →

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Wedding figures top 24m in the UK

Written on April 30, 2011 by Editor - Top News Stories

30 April 2011 Last updated at 06:27 ET The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge travelled down the Mall after leaving Westminster Abbey More than 24 million viewers in the UK watched Friday’s royal wedding on the BBC and ITV, with … Continue reading →

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Sharks beat Red Wings 2-1 in OT in Game 1 (AP)

Written on April 30, 2011 by Editor - Sports News

SAN JOSE, Calif. – After spending most of the second half of the season in the minors, Benn Ferriero was thrilled when he learned he would make his playoff debut in the opener for San Jose on his 24th birthday. … Continue reading →

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VIDEO: Tourist’s lucky escape from bear in China

Written on April 30, 2011 by Editor - BBC World News

A tourist in China got more than he bargained for, while out looking for wildlife. The man spotted a brown bear by the side of the road in Xinjiang province and started to film it on his mobile phone. But … Continue reading →

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A bug’s life

Written on April 30, 2011 by Editor - Top News Stories

29 April 2011 Last updated at 20:05 ET By James Painter Antisana Glacier, Ecuador The area around the Antisana glacier is a rich area for research Of all the things to worry about, it is not immediately obvious why anyone … Continue reading →

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Randolph carries Grizzlies past Spurs, into semis (AP)

Written on April 30, 2011 by Editor - Sports News

MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The Memphis Grizzlies have learned when Zach Randolph wants the ball, get him the ball. The power forward scored 17 of his 31 points in the fourth quarter Friday night, almost single-handedly knocking out the top-seeded Spurs … Continue reading →

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New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival kicks off (AP)

Written on April 30, 2011 by Editor - Entertainment News

NEW ORLEANS – He danced, drink in hand, to the music of British rhythm and blues artist Jon Cleary, but there was no one act that drew Ray Ladonceur to the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival on Friday’s opening … Continue reading →

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Royal couple depart for honeymoon

Written on April 30, 2011 by Editor - BBC World News

30 April 2011 Last updated at 06:43 ET The duke and duchess have gone to an undisclosed location The royal newly-weds have left Buckingham Palace to begin their honeymoon, following a day and night of marriage celebrations. The Duke and … Continue reading →

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‘Tesco protest’ suspects hunted

Written on April 30, 2011 by Editor - Top News Stories

29 April 2011 Last updated at 20:15 ET Continue reading the main story Images on Avon and Somerset Police site A series of CCTV images have been issued of suspects being hunted after protests turned violent in Bristol. Police made … Continue reading →

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Royal couple fly off from palace

Written on April 30, 2011 by Editor - Top News Stories

30 April 2011 Last updated at 06:43 ET The couple are now the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge The royal newly-weds have left Buckingham Palace to begin their honeymoon, following a day and night of marriage celebrations. The Duke and … Continue reading →

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