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Former Costa Rican president sentenced to jail on charges of corruption

Former Costa Rican president sentenced to jail on charges of corruption

Rafael Calderon, the former president of Costa Rica, was sentenced to five years in prison after he was convicted of corruption while in office.

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Greek Prime Minister sworn in, new cabinet appointed

Greek Prime Minister sworn in, new cabinet appointed

George Papandreou, the new Greek prime minister, and his cabinet were sworn into office on Tuesday, after winning general elections held on Sunday.

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Hilary Mantel's Wolf Hall wins Man Booker Prize 2009

Hilary Mantel's Wolf Hall wins Man Booker Prize 2009

The 2009 Man Booker Prize has been awarded to British author Hilary Mantel for her historical novel Wolf Hall.

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Typhoon Melor on path towards Japan

Typhoon Melor on path towards Japan

Typhoon Melor, a tropical cyclone in the Pacific, has weakened somewhat over the past few days, but is still a powerful and dangerous storm as it tracks towards Japan.

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