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Higher oil output seen lifting Iraqi growth
The International Monetary Fund on Wednesday said Iraq's economy would expand significantly from the previous year's lows as long as the security situation allows for higher oil production and investment.
Chalker says Kenya shows need to end tribalism
The political violence in Kenya should be a warning to African countries to act quickly to resolve tribal divisions that have plagued other parts of the region, a former British government minister said on Thursday.
Geography teaching found to be 'mediocre'
Geography teaching in schools was slammed as "mediocre" in a damning report by government inspectors on Thursday which said children are not learning about climate change or eco-sustainability.
State schools warned over admissions rules
The government warned state-funded schools on Thursday to abide by strict admissions rules introduced last year to stop covert selection of pupils.
Pupil arrested after girl is stabbed
A 14-year-old boy has been arrested following the stabbing of a girl, 13, outside a south London school, police said on Thursday.
Sleaze watchdog to probe Osborne donations
The row over political funding deepened on Thursday after parliament's sleaze watchdog confirmed he was investigating a complaint made against Conservative Treasury Spokesman George Osborne.
Prince William tells of first flight nerves
Prince William talked on Thursday about his nerves ahead of the first solo flight of his RAF pilot training.
DNA linked accused to prostitute murders
Blood from two murdered prostitutes was found on a jacket worn by the man accused of killing them and three others, a court heard on Thursday.
Major hymn book goes digital
Churches across the world are able to sing the Lord's praises online after the launch of the first major digital hymn book on Thursday.
Premier announces new website to target whole of church
Premier Christian Media Trust aims to reach new parts of the church with the launch of its new website.
Turkey's Christians still concerned over safety as Bible worker trial continues
Christians in Turkey have voiced concern over their safety as the trial continues of five young men who confessed to the brutal murders of three Bible publishing workers last year.
Greek Archbishop's health worsens, treated at home
The health of Archbishop Christodoulos, head of the powerful Church of Greece, is deteriorating and doctors say he will now receive medical treatment at home according to his own wishes.
Bishop celebrates work of hospital chaplains
Bishop of Lichfield praises work hospital chaplains do in caring for both staff and patients.
Scottish churches say time for change on global warming
Kirk teams up with environmentalists to push for action against global warming.
Soul-searching in Italy after Pope scraps speech
University students poured into Vatican City on Wednesday to show their support for Pope Benedict after student protests forced him to cancel a speech at Rome's top public college.
CAFOD welcomes new International Development Director
International aid agency CAFOD has welcomed its new International Development Director, Geoff O'Donoghue.