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Clampdown on excessive speeders

A raft of measures is suggested to target anti-social drivers, including those who speed excessively or use drugs.

October UK retail sales fall 0.1%

Sales on the UK's high streets fell by a lower-than-expected 0.1% in October, Office for National Statistics figures show.

Jackson to appear at High Court

Michael Jackson will appear at London's High Court in person next week to counter allegations that he breached a contract.

Recession fears hit stock markets

European and Asian markets fall sharply amid growing concerns that the world economy will enter a protracted slump.

Rolls-Royce plans 2,000 job cuts

Aircraft engine maker Rolls-Royce says it plans to cut between 1,500 and 2,000 jobs in 2009, including 140 in the UK.