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12/06/2012
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Falklands To Hold Sovereignty Referendum
The Falkland Islands will hold a referendum on its "political status" in a bid to end the dispute with Argentina over the archipelago's sovereignty.
The islands' government made the announcement ahead of the anniversary on marking 30 years since the end of Argentina's 74-day occupation in 1982.
It said it wanted to send a firm message to Argentina that islanders want to remain British.
The UK prime minister said Britain would support the result of the vote.
The referendum will be organised by the Falkland Islands government and will take place in the first half of next year.
England Band Instruments Confiscated
The Pukka Pies sponsored England Supporters Band was unable to play at the team's first 2012 European Championship game after having their instruments confiscated at the stadium in Ukraine.
Band leader John Hemmingham said Monday's match against France was the first time the group had not played at an England game in 16 years.
The Sheffield-based band said it was working with the Football Association (FA) to resolve the issue.
The FA said it did not want to comment.
Cyclist Has Bike Stolen After 10,000-Mile Ride
A British cyclist rode his treasured bike for 10,000 miles across Europe and Asia only to have it stolen after locking it to a rack outside a restaurant in his hometown.
Sam Swain, 22, said he had travelled through countries including Iran and China that were supposed to be hazardous and had met more than one or two "unsavoury" characters.
But he had not felt that he or his Dawes Super Galaxy touring bicycle were ever at risk. Now he feels angry and disillusioned after the bike was taken as he worked at a Bristol restaurant saving up for his next trip.
The Falkland Islands will hold a referendum on its "political status" in a bid to end the dispute with Argentina over the archipelago's sovereignty.
The islands' government made the announcement ahead of the anniversary on marking 30 years since the end of Argentina's 74-day occupation in 1982.
It said it wanted to send a firm message to Argentina that islanders want to remain British.
The UK prime minister said Britain would support the result of the vote.
The referendum will be organised by the Falkland Islands government and will take place in the first half of next year.
England Band Instruments Confiscated
The Pukka Pies sponsored England Supporters Band was unable to play at the team's first 2012 European Championship game after having their instruments confiscated at the stadium in Ukraine.
Band leader John Hemmingham said Monday's match against France was the first time the group had not played at an England game in 16 years.
The Sheffield-based band said it was working with the Football Association (FA) to resolve the issue.
The FA said it did not want to comment.
Cyclist Has Bike Stolen After 10,000-Mile Ride
A British cyclist rode his treasured bike for 10,000 miles across Europe and Asia only to have it stolen after locking it to a rack outside a restaurant in his hometown.
Sam Swain, 22, said he had travelled through countries including Iran and China that were supposed to be hazardous and had met more than one or two "unsavoury" characters.
But he had not felt that he or his Dawes Super Galaxy touring bicycle were ever at risk. Now he feels angry and disillusioned after the bike was taken as he worked at a Bristol restaurant saving up for his next trip.
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Five teenage fans of X Factor finalists JLS have been injured at a free concert in London. Four ambulances were called to the scene at Fairfield Halls in Croydon, south London, where a crowd of around 2,000 people gathered to hear the boy band perform.
Teens Injured At JLS X Factor Gig
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NME award nominations announced
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NME award nominations announced
Arctic Monkeys, Kasabian and Muse are among those shortlisted for this year's Shockwaves NME Awards. All three bands have picked up four nominations, alongside American bands The Killers and My Chemical Romance.
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Cyclist Killed In Central London
Police are investigating the circumstances of the death of cyclist in central London. It is understood the female cyclist died after her Barclays Cycle Hire bike collided with a tipper truck. The accident happened at about 08:00 on Victoria Street.
Cyclist Killed In Central London
Police are investigating the circumstances of the death of cyclist in central London. It is understood the female cyclist died after her Barclays Cycle Hire bike collided with a tipper truck. The accident happened at about 08:00 on Victoria Street.
27 November 2014
British Embassy Vehicle Hit In Afghan Suicide Attack
One British citizen has been killed after a suicide bomber riding a motor bike struck a British embassy vehicle in Kabul. According to officials, four Afghan people were also killed and more than 30 were injured in the blast. A spokesman for the British Embassy confirmed the attack and is working with the relevant Afghan authorities.
British Embassy Vehicle Hit In Afghan Suicide Attack
One British citizen has been killed after a suicide bomber riding a motor bike struck a British embassy vehicle in Kabul. According to officials, four Afghan people were also killed and more than 30 were injured in the blast. A spokesman for the British Embassy confirmed the attack and is working with the relevant Afghan authorities.
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People Donate £66,000 After Cyclist's Death On Charity Bike Ride
Family and friends of Christian Smith, the cyclist killed while on a charity bike ride, have thanked everyone who has donated money to his JustGiving webpage. Currently, over £66,000 has been donated. Mr Smith was hoping to raise £1,000 for mental health charity Mind. He was taking part in a bike ride around Kent and Sussex last Saturday.
People Donate £66,000 After Cyclist's Death On Charity Bike Ride
Family and friends of Christian Smith, the cyclist killed while on a charity bike ride, have thanked everyone who has donated money to his JustGiving webpage. Currently, over £66,000 has been donated. Mr Smith was hoping to raise £1,000 for mental health charity Mind. He was taking part in a bike ride around Kent and Sussex last Saturday.
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