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Syria using children as human shields, UN says

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Today's focus is on Syria - with Russia accused of supplying attack helicopters to Assad, and the press asking if the West will ever take action. Also, we look at protests in Moscow, and the Olympic opening ceremony - set to feature real sheep, and a recreation of the Glastonbury mosh pit.

IN THE PAPERS
By Elena CASAS
Brown approves full-body scanners at UK airports
04/01/2010 - IN THE PAPERS

Brown approves full-body scanners at UK airports

In today's international press headlines: Britain's Gordon Brown approves full-body scanners at UK airports, and Dubai inaugurates the tallest tower in the world.
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A new breed of terrorists
04/01/2010 - IN THE PAPERS

A new breed of terrorists

Today in the French papers: "Libération" takes a look at a new kind of terrorist. Meanwhile in France, January sales officially don't start until Wednesday, but some stores have opened their doors early.
Yemen: "militants ready to attack"
30/12/2009 - IN THE PAPERS

Yemen: "militants ready to attack"

In today’s press review, we talk about the terrorist threat in Yemen following the failed Christmas day plot.
“Sweet talk in French politics”
30/12/2009 - IN THE PAPERS

“Sweet talk in French politics”

In today’s press review, we look at what 2009 was like for French politicians. Discover the “biggest fibs of the year”.
UK: “Drug Brit executed in China”
29/12/2009 - IN THE PAPERS

UK: “Drug Brit executed in China”

In today’s international press review, we focus on the execution of Akmal Shaikh in China.
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