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BU to fund over 100 research ventures
Bournemouth University has announced a new programme to offer 100 doctoral opportunities to postgraduates. Laura Curtis looks at the launch of the new programme as this will provide 44 fully-funded and match-funded studentships and a further 60 Vice-Chancellor doctoral scholarships for candidates from a range of disciplines.
Murdoch’s double boost to Sun staff
Rupert Murdoch is a man under pressure to preserve his businesses and his reputation. His visit to the Sun newsroom today was seen as positive by many, but his declaration of a new Sunday weekly was greeted with scepticism from some quarters. Mark Wilson examines his message to staff at the Sun.
Tanker crew faces murder trial in India
Indian police and coast guard are questioning the entire crew of an Italian cargo ship that fired at an Indian fishing trawler, killing two men. Laura Curtis reports on the Italian navy who say the crew members fired in self-defence, after initially firing warning shots, because they feared their vessel was about to be attacked by pirates.
Protests in Bahrain: Storify
Thousands of protesters tried to march to the former site of the Pearl monument, but were met by police blocking their way, firing tear gas and stun grenades. Laura Curtis looks at the protesters who have vowed to reoccupy the area to mark the anniversary.
How Libya has fared post-Gaddafi
Libyans are celebrating the first anniversary of the uprising against Muammar Gaddafi with fireworks and slogans. Ashley Crowson's timeline looks at the key events in Libya since the ousting of the dictator.
Libyans celebrate uprising anniversary
Libyans are celebrating the first anniversary of the uprising against Muammar Gaddafi with fireworks and slogans. Ashley Crowson looks at the key events in post-Gaddafi Libya.
Our selection of coffee places in Poole
There are two kinds of people. Those who love coffee and those who will learn to love coffee. If you belong to either group (and chances are you will), Ilker Kocas's photo essay explores the places to get your caffeine hit on Poole High Street.
Powerful explosion in Mogadishu
A powerful explosion has rocked the Somalian capital, Mogadishu. Officials say two people have been found wounded. Andria Archontides reports on the blasts as authorities arrest two suspected suicide car bombers.
Natenyahu visit might cause diplomatic tension with Turkey
The possible Israeli involvement in the oil reserves issue might cause a bigger conflict in the region. Ilker kocas looks at the possible conflict in the East Mediterranean Sea.