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‘Avatar’ director Cameron gets Hollywood star »

‘Avatar’ director Cameron gets Hollywood star

Canadian filmmaker James Cameron received a star on Hollywood’s “Walk of Fame,” on the release day of his critically acclaimed new blockbuster “Avatar.”

Three trains stuck in Channel Tunnel »

Three trains stuck in Channel Tunnel

The Channel Tunnel rail link between Britain and continental Europe was suspended due to three broken-down trains blocking the lines, Eurotunnel said.

Eurostar managers call off strike »

Eurostar managers call off strike

Eurostar train managers call off a planned 48-hour strike after accepting a new offer in a row over expenses.

US jobless claims rise for second week »

US jobless claims rise for second week

New US claims for unemployment benefits climbed for a second straight week but remained below the level of 500,000, government data showed Thursday.

South African tail frustrates England »

South African tail frustrates England

South Africa’s lower order batsmen frustrated England as the host nation crawled past 400 on the second day of the first Test at SuperSport Park here on Thursday.

Unhealthy Santa should walk, give up brandy: study »

Unhealthy Santa should walk, give up brandy: study

Santa should get off his sleigh and walk, and lay off the brandy and mince pies, says an Australian study published Thursday that criticises Father Christmas for being a bad role model for children.

Moratti rules out transfer window moves »

Moratti rules out transfer window moves

Inter Milan president Massimo Moratti on Thursday ruled out any January transfer window signings despite coach Jose Mourinho admitting he wants to buy a striker.

Early snow as cold snap hits northwestern Europe »

Early snow as cold snap hits northwestern Europe

Early winter snows forced French authorities to close the Eiffel Tower on Thursday and disrupted transport as northwest Europe shuddered under a pre-Christmas cold snap.

Strikes hit Europe amid anger over recession »

Strikes hit Europe amid anger over recession

Anger over the fallout from the crippling recession mounted across Europe on Thursday with strikes against austerity measures and court battles over threatened stoppages.

No end to student loans delays »

No end to student loans delays

The latest figures from the Student Loans Company suggest 28,000 people are still waiting to receive their loans.