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Portsmouth's perilous financial position prompts redundancies at Fratton Park (2/23/2012 12:44:35 AM)
Cash-strapped Portsmouth have been forced to make 'a number of redundancies' to help aid their battle for financial survival.
Huntington's Disease - Blocking HDACs May Be The Way (2/22/2012 7:24:02 PM)
The February 21 issue of the open access journal PLoS Biology reveals that researchers from the National University of Ireland Galway have made an important scientific discovery in the battle against Huntington's disease. Worldwide, more than 100,000 people are affected by Huntington's disease, an incurable, inherited, neurodegenerative disorder which causes uncontrolled movements, emotional disturbances, and severe mental deterioration. Estimates show that another 300,000 are likely to develop symptoms in their lifetime...
Microsoft files E.U. complaint over Google, Motorola (2/22/2012 7:24:02 PM)
BRUSSELS/NEW YORK (Reuters) - Microsoft has asked EU antitrust regulators to intervene in a patent dispute with Google and Motorola Mobility as it stepped up its battle against the Internet search giant.
YouTube hit cancer mother Sara Duncan receives marriage proposal live on Daybreak (2/22/2012 6:44:15 PM)
When Sara Duncan, from Oldham, appeared on ITV's breakfast show this morning she knew she would be talking to the presenters about her battle with breast cancer.
Breaking News: Wolves face battle for McDermott (2/22/2012 1:08:33 PM)
Wolves are facing a battle to secure Reading's Brian McDermott as their new manager with the Royals poised to offer him a new lucrative contract, Press Association Sport understands.
SFL: Division One: Partick Thistle 4 Ayr United 2 (2/22/2012 11:48:38 AM)
A KRIS DOOLAN double helped Partick Thistle battle back to claim the points and ensured basement boys Ayr failed to lift themselves off the bottom.
National Sport: Wolves face battle for McDermott (2/22/2012 11:07:22 AM)
Wolves are facing a battle to secure Reading's Brian McDermott as their new manager with the Royals poised to offer him a new lucrative contract, Press Association Sport understands.
Popular Peterborough singer loses battle with cancer (2/22/2012 9:47:00 AM)
TRIBUTES have been paid to talented Peterborough musician Danny Welsh, who has died after a five-year battle with a brain tumour.
M&S outlet goes online with Amazon outlet (2/22/2012 12:09:24 AM)
Marks & Spencer is taking on bargain fashion chains in an online battle with its dotcom outlet store
Clare White: 19-stone mother-of-three dies after gastric band surgery (2/21/2012 6:26:24 PM)
Clare White, (pictured), of Sinfin, Derbyshire, was 'keen' to have the operation after exhausting all other means of slimming down during her 14-year battle with her weight.
Streatham Redskins urged to stick together (2/21/2012 2:07:54 PM)
Casimir Madren-Britton has urged Streatham Redskins to keep on fighting as time runs out on their battle to avoid relegation, writes David Carr.
Apple's China trademark battle moves to Shanghai (2/21/2012 2:04:13 PM)
SHANGHAI (Reuters) - Apple Inc's trademark battle moves to one of China's richest cities on Wednesday when a Shanghai court will deliberate a request by troubled technology company Proview to halt the sale of iPads across the city.
'Spitfire' centre given go-ahead (2/21/2012 11:47:52 AM)
A building shaped as a double Spitfire wing at a Battle of Britain memorial gets planning approval
Streatham Redskins urged to stick together (2/21/2012 11:27:52 AM)
Casimir Madren-Britton has urged Streatham Redskins to keep on fighting as time runs out on their battle to avoid relegation, writes David Carr.
VIDEO: Indonesia's 'Mall Wars' go mainstream (2/21/2012 7:44:59 AM)
Costume clad toy gun players take to shopping centres to battle with toy guns in what started as a hobby and is now becoming a piece of marketing.
Barritt ready to fight for his place - and England glory (2/21/2012 4:28:30 AM)
England centre prepared to battle for his place, and insists he's ready for the Welsh challenge ahead
Fresh campaign over epilepsy drug (2/21/2012 2:44:13 AM)
A woman who claims her children had birth defects because of the epilepsy drug Epilim starts a new campaign after losing funds for her legal battle last year.
The delusions of X Factor and sneering job snobs who betray the young (2/21/2012 1:25:59 AM)
We are caught in a battle between those who think young people should work only if they are able to secure their dream job, and who believe that work in all shapes and forms can be valuable.
Swimming: Meet Welsh 2012 London hopefuls as Olympic Trials loom (2/20/2012 7:48:22 PM)
Welsh swimmers are getting set for one of the biggest race meets of their careers as the battle for places at the Olympic and Paralympic Games starts in London.
Tourism policy offers rare chance to see inside Swansea Castle (2/20/2012 3:09:34 AM)
IT was built by the Normans 40 years after William the Conqueror’s famous victory over King Harold at the Battle of Hastings in 1066.
Dick estate drops The Adjustment Bureau case (2/19/2012 8:24:28 PM)
Representatives of PHILIP K. DICK's estate have dropped a legal battle with movie bosses over MATT DAMON's film THE ADJUSTMENT BUREAU.
Snooker: Welsh Open: Mark Selby hits his stride as he coasts past Ronnie O'Sullivan (2/19/2012 2:49:24 PM)
MARK SELBY won the battle of the big guns last night to send crowd favourite Ronnie O'Sullivan crashing out of the Welsh Open.
Cycling: Hoy versus Kenny - it's the track of tears (2/19/2012 12:44:13 AM)
There are still five months to the Olympic Games but today sees a battle that would have graced the individual sprint final: Sir Chris Hoy versus Jason Kenny.
Battle to control Rangers rages as 50,000 fans pledge: We won't let this club die (2/18/2012 11:24:02 PM)
A bitter battle for control of Glasgow giants Rangers looms as up to four separate investigations try to determine how the club have plunged into crisis.
Steve Bruce turns down Wolves (2/18/2012 11:24:02 PM)
Steve Bruce has turned down Wolves' offer to take charge of the club's battle against relegation because they are only offering the job for the remaining 13 games of the season.
Cummings suffers fractured pelvis (2/18/2012 11:24:02 PM)
Mark Cavendish's GB team-mate Steve Cummings faces a battle to be fit for the Olympics after fracturing his pelvis in a crash.
Muhammad Ali celebrates 70th birthday with Las Vegas gala (2/18/2012 9:24:03 PM)
(Reuters) - Muhammad Ali, the legendary prizefighter who turned 70 last month, will celebrate his birthday Saturday night with a big cast of pop stars and sports icons at a Las Vegas gala to raise money for the battle against neurological disorders.
Muhammad Ali celebrates 70th birthday with Las Vegas gala (2/18/2012 9:24:03 PM)
(Reuters) - Muhammad Ali, the legendary prizefighter who turned 70 last month, will celebrate his birthday Saturday night with a big cast of pop stars and sports icons at a Las Vegas gala to raise money for the battle against neurological disorders.
Wasps 12-15 Exeter (2/18/2012 5:44:18 PM)
Ignacio Mieres wins the battle of the boot as Exeter inflict an eighth-straight Premiership defeat on Wasps.
Micah Richards defends football's racism record (2/18/2012 1:24:13 PM)
Manchester City defender Micah Richards believes English football has an 'outstanding' record in the battle against racism. Richards recently quit Twitter after being abused.
Welsh Football League: Huws Gray Alliance: Gap Connah’s Quay v Porthmadog (2/18/2012 9:48:45 AM)
GAP Connah’s Quay welcome back striker Gary O’Toole in today’s key battle at the Deeside Stadium against fourth-placed rivals Porthmadog (2.30pm).
Congress ends bitter tax battle with bill passage (2/18/2012 8:44:16 AM)
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Congress ended a three-month battle on Friday by passing legislation to extend a tax cut for 160 million workers, a boon for both the economy and Democratic President Barack Obama in this election year.
Purdy: Welsh are ready to meet Scottish fire in the Battle of the Exiles (2/18/2012 7:28:52 AM)
London Welsh lock Martin Purdy knows what to expect from neighbours London Scottish, but he is confident his side have what it takes to win the Battle of the Exiles part two.
Taxman turns trust-buster as clubs feel the EBT squeeze (2/18/2012 5:24:17 AM)
The taxman is taking the battle to Football Inc. on a range of fronts despite the failure of its tax evasion cases against former executives of Portsmouth FC as it cracks down on an industry long seen as having a dubious financial reputation.
Stephen Foley: Block on LightSquared seems the right decision (2/18/2012 1:24:23 AM)
US Outlook: Philip Falcone and the other investors behind LightSquared, an ambitious plan to build a nationwide wireless broadband network in the US, are foaming at the mouth with fury at having their plan blocked by regulators. They are throwing out accusations of political bias and manipulation of regulators by lobbyists, and they are lawyering up in anticipation of a court battle against the government. The truth doesn't lie in their conspiracy theories, though. The Federal Communications Commission did the right thing.
Purdy: Welsh are ready to meet Scottish fire in the Battle of the Exiles (2/17/2012 2:47:12 PM)
London Welsh lock Martin Purdy knows what to expect from neighbours London Scottish, but he is confident his side have what it takes to win the Battle of the Exiles part two.
Black opens up about secret cancer battle (2/17/2012 11:24:09 AM)
Veteran actress KAREN BLACK has opened up about the 2011 cancer battle she kept from fans.
Students lose tuition fees battle (2/17/2012 11:24:09 AM)
Two teenagers lose much of their legal battle against the raising of tuition fees in England.
National Sport: Pulis proud of beaten Stoke (2/17/2012 9:48:35 AM)
Stoke boss Tony Pulis was proud of his side's efforts in Thursday's 1-0 defeat by Valencia that has left the Potters with an uphill battle to reach the last 16 of the Europa League.
Arts: Royal Wedding and Military Wives composer Paul Mealor on being the world’s most unlikely rock star (2/17/2012 8:47:26 AM)
From having his music commissioned for the Royal Wedding to breaking records with his charity single with The Military Wives Choir, it’s been an incredible 12 months for Paul Mealor. As the track prepares to battle it out for a Brit Award, Nathan Bevan asks: “What’s next?”
North Wales News: Germans win Battle for the Dragon (2/17/2012 8:47:26 AM)
FAVOURITES Germany last night held off a strong challenge from Italy and host nation Wales to record their second victory in the Battle for the Dragon culinary contest.
Wrexham FC: Wrexham striker Robert Ogleby ready to battle to break into the first team (2/17/2012 8:07:54 AM)
WREXHAM’S new striker Robert Ogleby admits he faces a tough battle to break into the first team.
Breaking News: Pulis proud of beaten Stoke (2/17/2012 8:07:54 AM)
Stoke boss Tony Pulis was proud of his side's efforts in Thursday's 1-0 defeat by Valencia that has left the Potters with an uphill battle to reach the last 16 of the Europa League.
Pulis proud of Stoke but laments what could have been after poor decisions against Valencia (2/17/2012 3:04:49 AM)
Stoke boss Tony Pulis was proud of his side's efforts in the 1-0 defeat by Valencia that has left the Potters with an uphill battle to reach the last 16 of the Europa League.
David Cameron and Novak Djokovic - caption competition: February 10, 2011 (2/17/2012 2:24:04 AM)
Each week, Sportsmail has a caption competition for you to battle it out for a brilliant prize of a £100 Sportsbook bet with our friends at Paddy Power. This week's picture features Roberto Mancini.
Top al-Qaida leader in Yemen killed (2/16/2012 6:47:59 PM)
A senior al-Qaida leader in Yemen has been killed in a family dispute and an ensuing battle then left 16 other militants dead, a security official and tribal elders said.
Hoy to battle for Olympic places (2/16/2012 1:47:13 PM)
Sir Chris Hoy and Jason Kenny will step up their battle for Britain's Olympic individual sprint place in London this week.
Greek bailout becomes battle of wills (2/16/2012 12:24:17 PM)
The battle of wills between Athens and its eurozone lenders has intensified, with Greece's finance minister accusing "forces in Europe" of pushing his country out of the euro while his German counterpart suggested postponing Greek elections and installing a new government without political parties.
Greek bailout becomes battle of wills (2/16/2012 12:24:17 PM)
The battle of wills between Athens and its eurozone lenders has intensified, with Greece's finance minister accusing "forces in Europe" of pushing his country out of the euro while his German counterpart suggested postponing Greek elections and installing a new government without political parties.
Eating in: Welsh National Culinary Team are out to defend the Dragon Trophy (2/16/2012 10:47:51 AM)
THE top chefs in Wales will be out to defend the Dragon Trophy when they compete on the final day of the Battle for the Dragon contest today.
More Chinese cities halt Apple iPad orders: reports (2/16/2012 8:25:08 AM)
HONG KONG (Reuters) - Retailers in more Chinese cities have been told by authorities to take the popular iPad tablet PCs off their shelves this week, media reports said on Thursday, due to a legal battle between a Chinese technology firm and Apple Inc over trademark issues.
James Whitaker: Former Daily Mirror royal editor dies aged 71 after battle with cancer (2/16/2012 3:44:03 AM)
The royal commentator (pictured) today lost his battle with the disease. He was with his family when he died. Tributes have flooded in for the legendary Fleet Street journalist.
Sex attack victim wins nine-year battle to see immigrant deported after his human rights claims (2/16/2012 3:44:03 AM)
Gabrielle Browne, who was sexually assaulted by immigrant youth Mohamed Kendeh (pictured left), has finally won her nine-year battle to see him deported.
Bishops plan big birth-control battle expansion (2/15/2012 6:44:02 PM)
(Reuters) - Catholic bishops, energized by a battle over contraception funding, are planning an aggressive campaign to rally Americans against a long list of government measures which they say intrude on religious liberty.
"A life well lived": Royal reporter James Whitaker's life in pictures (2/15/2012 2:06:59 PM)
Tribute to the former Daily Mirror royal editor, who lost his battle with cancer this morning aged 71
Stelios keeps heat on in easyJet board pay battle (2/15/2012 3:05:33 AM)
EASYJET founder Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou is confident of victory in his battle with the budget airline's board despite three major shareholders siding with the company.
Capita wins the battle, but not yet the war (2/15/2012 1:13:19 AM)
The battle for the British Army's recruitment contract ended in victory for Capita yesterday, as it fought off a charge from a coalition of Serco and Logica to be declared preferred bidder.
Bishops plan aggressive expansion of birth-control battle (2/14/2012 11:44:03 PM)
(Reuters) - Catholic bishops, energized by a battle over contraception funding, are planning an aggressive campaign to rally Americans against a long list of government measures which they say intrude on religious liberty.
Breaking News: Rangers FC enters administration (2/14/2012 11:28:44 PM)
Rangers Football Club has gone into administration following a tense court battle with HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC).
UK & World News: Rangers FC enters administration (2/14/2012 11:14:47 PM)
Rangers Football Club has gone into administration following a tense court battle with HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC).
The politics of UK credit rating (2/14/2012 10:26:28 PM)
John Pienaar on Osborne and Balls battle over Moody's warning
Breaking News: Rangers FC enters administration (2/14/2012 7:07:53 PM)
Rangers Football Club has gone into administration following a tense court battle with HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC).
Breaking News: Rangers appoint administrators (2/14/2012 7:07:53 PM)
Rangers have appointed administrators Duff and Phelps after a court battle with Her Majesty's Revenue & Customs.
Rangers FC enters administration (2/14/2012 6:25:06 PM)
Rangers Football Club has gone into administration following a tense court battle with HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC).
Breaking news: Rangers FC enters administration (2/14/2012 5:28:32 PM)
Rangers Football Club has gone into administration following a tense court battle with HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC).
National Sport: Rangers appoint administrators (2/14/2012 4:28:33 PM)
Rangers have appointed administrators Duff and Phelps after a court battle with Her Majesty's Revenue & Customs.
SPL: Rangers in crisis: Club officially enter administration and are immediately docked 10 SPL points (2/14/2012 4:28:33 PM)
RANGERS Football Club officially entered administration this afternoon. The club appointed administrators Duff and Phelps after a court battle with Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs.
Rangers go into administration (2/14/2012 4:24:32 PM)
Rangers have today appointed administrators Duff and Phelps after a court battle with Her Majesty's Revenue & Customs.Related StoriesRangers lodge intention to go into administration
Sheridan appeal remains on hold (2/14/2012 4:05:13 PM)
Tommy Sheridan is back in court weeks after leaving prison in the latest round of his seven-year battle with the News of the World.
Rangers 'in administration race' (2/14/2012 1:44:04 PM)
Rangers Football Club is involved in a legal battle with the tax authorities to appoint an administrator.
Portsmouth chief vows to fight on (2/14/2012 1:04:03 PM)
Portsmouth chief executive David Lampitt says the club will fight on and promises fans he will not give up in the battle to save it.
Arsenal hunt Benfica starlet Rodrigo (2/14/2012 12:46:22 AM)
Arsenal have lined up Spain Under 21 striker Rodrigo as a potential replacement for Robin van Persie but face a battle with Inter Milan to prise him away from Benfica.
Ministers 'fully behind' Lansley and NHS reforms, says Cameron (2/14/2012 12:36:15 AM)
David Cameron will stage a high-profile hospital visit tomorrow as he attempts to win the public-relations battle over the Government's controversial health reforms.Related StoriesHS2 rail link may face legal challenge'Progress' made in referendum talks, says Alex SalmondMinisters 'fully behind' NHS plansMiliband brother returns with talk on party 'mess'Warsi to make case for faith on Vatican trip
Catholics lean slightly toward Romney (2/14/2012 12:05:34 AM)
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Despite a battle over birth-control policy between the White House and Roman Catholic leaders, U.S. Catholics' political views differ little from those of non-Catholic voters, according to Reuters/Ipsos poll results released on Monday.
Apple launches new legal attack on Samsung phones (2/13/2012 2:03:42 PM)
(Reuters) - Apple Inc raised the stake in an intensifying global patent battle with Samsung Electronics by targeting the latest model using Google's fast growing Android software, a move which may affect other Android phone makers.
In pictures: 12th Century church fire (2/13/2012 1:23:49 PM)
Fire crews battle a blaze at a 12th Century church
Apple launches new legal attack on Samsung phones (2/13/2012 7:24:28 AM)
(Reuters) - Apple Inc raised the stake in an intensifying global patent battle with Samsung Electronics by targeting the latest model using Google's fast growing Android software, a move which may affect other Android phone makers.
Apple launches new legal attack on Samsung phones (2/13/2012 7:24:28 AM)
(Reuters) - Apple Inc raised the stake in an intensifying global patent battle with Samsung Electronics by targeting the latest model using Google's fast growing Android software, a move which may affect other Android phone makers.
Venezuela's Capriles to run against socialist Chavez (2/13/2012 2:44:33 AM)
CARACAS (Reuters) - Youthful state governor Henrique Capriles won Venezuela's opposition primary on Sunday, setting up a potentially close battle with socialist President Hugo Chavez in an October election.
UK & World News: Murdoch 'facing US legal action' (2/13/2012 2:09:22 AM)
The solicitor representing the family of Milly Dowler as well as other alleged victims of phone hacking is taking his battle against Rupert Murdoch to America, it has emerged.
Breaking news: Murdoch 'facing US legal action' (2/13/2012 2:09:22 AM)
The solicitor representing the family of Milly Dowler as well as other alleged victims of phone hacking is taking his battle against Rupert Murdoch to America, it has emerged.
Stand aside, Vince. We need a minister who'll stop the rot in our universities (2/13/2012 2:04:24 AM)
MELANIE PHILLIPS: Michael Gove is embroiled in a battle over higher education, which erupted when Vince Cable decided to hire Professor Les Ebdon as director of the Office for Fair Access.
John Prescott: 'My wife thought I'd just retire, but I'm not a slippers man' (2/13/2012 1:07:02 AM)
It would be fair to say there are two professions that Lord Prescott does not hold in high regard. The first is the police, which has tempted him back into electoral battle at the age of 73. The second profession is journalism.Related StoriesAndy Burnham: 'It's a genie out of the bottle moment'How We Met: Charles Worthington & Emilia FoxRyan Gregson: They all say I look like Ovett – and I get a real kick out of that'I was angry, so angry': How heartbreak, betrayal and Su Pollard helped Estelle find pop successPeter Storrie: Forgotten man has his day in the sun
Murdoch 'facing US legal action' (2/13/2012 12:43:55 AM)
The solicitor representing the family of Milly Dowler as well as other alleged victims of phone hacking is taking his battle against Rupert Murdoch to America, it has emerged.
Drugs riddle as Whitney Houston is found dead in the bath (2/13/2012 12:43:55 AM)
THE loss of Whitney Houston - found dead in the bath of her Beverly Hills hotel room - was the tragic end to a long battle with drug abuse.
Breaking News: Murdoch 'facing US legal action' (2/12/2012 11:48:10 PM)
The solicitor representing the family of Milly Dowler as well as other alleged victims of phone hacking is taking his battle against Rupert Murdoch to America, it has emerged.
Breaking News: Murdoch 'facing US legal action' (2/12/2012 11:48:10 PM)
The solicitor representing the family of Milly Dowler as well as other alleged victims of phone hacking is taking his battle against Rupert Murdoch to America, it has emerged.
Murdoch 'facing US legal action' (2/12/2012 11:28:34 PM)
The solicitor representing the family of Milly Dowler as well as other alleged victims of phone hacking is taking his battle against Rupert Murdoch to America, it has emerged.
Murdoch 'facing US legal action' (2/12/2012 11:28:34 PM)
The solicitor representing the family of Milly Dowler as well as other alleged victims of phone hacking is taking his battle against Rupert Murdoch to America, it has emerged.
Fighting for the right to pray (2/12/2012 5:08:35 PM)
Muslims are taking their worship on to streets, as Christians vow to battle a ban on praying in the council chamber. What is the future for faith in Britain?
Fighting for the right to pray (2/12/2012 5:08:35 PM)
Muslims are taking their worship on to streets, as Christians vow to battle a ban on praying in the council chamber. What is the future for faith in Britain?
Celtic: Team GB boss Stuart Pearce keen to take Celtic star James Forrest to Olympics (2/12/2012 9:08:40 AM)
STUART PEARCE will battle to take James Forrest to the Olympics after running a final rule over him last week.
Gifts galore in bid to woo 2014 bosses (2/12/2012 12:44:25 AM)
COMMONWEALTH'Games organisers'are'being showered with free gifts as companies battle for lucrative contracts ahead of the 2014 event.
US judge overturns jail ban on prisoner listening to Dylan Thomas CD because of ‘unique’ voice (2/11/2012 1:09:56 PM)
A PRISONER at a tough US jail has won a legal battle to be able to listen to recordings of Dylan Thomas reading poetry in his cell.
Paradise Lost in limbo as bid to bring Milton to the big screen descends into hell (2/11/2012 12:43:42 PM)
It should have been the ultimate "hell-on-earth" blockbuster, starring the "sexiest man alive" and including the most spectacular battle scenes ever seen on screen.
SFL: Division Two preview (2/11/2012 10:48:00 AM)
BANNOCKBURN-BORN Kevin Kelbie aims to be the Braveheart who wins the biggest battle of his career by leading Stirling Albion to safety.
North Wales News: Plaid Cymru leadership contenders clash over nuclear (2/11/2012 8:49:03 AM)
THE debate over a new nuclear power station in North Wales exposed a rift in the Plaid Cymru leadership battle yesterday.
Victory for Daily Mail as Banker Nathaniel Rothschild loses libel action over Lord Mandelson meeting report (2/11/2012 2:43:44 AM)
The Swiss-based hedge-fund manager (pictured) had launched a libel battle against the Daily Mail over his trips to Moscow and Siberia with Mr Mandelson and a Russian oligarch.
Obama budget declares election-year tax battle (2/11/2012 2:43:43 AM)
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - President Barack Obama will seek billions of dollars for jobs and infrastructure in his 2013 budget, an appeal to voters that draws election-year battle lines over taxes and spending as Republicans slammed him for "debt, doubt and decline."
SIX NATIONS 2012: Dan Cole and Martin Castrogiovanni do battle (2/11/2012 1:06:36 AM)
If the scrum proves to be the significant battle zone when England face Italy in Rome on Saturday, two club colleagues and rival tight-heads hold the key.