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Interest rates hit all-time low
The Bank of England cuts rates to 1.5%, the lowest level in its 315-year history, as it continues efforts to help the economy.
SFO opens UK Madoff investigation
The Serious Fraud Office says it is to open an inquiry into Bernard Madoff's business operations in the UK.
UFO claim over wind farm damage
UFO researchers claim damage to a Lincolnshire wind farm turbine was caused by a mystery aircraft.
No plan to print money - Darling
Chancellor Alistair Darling denies he is planning to "print money" in order to boost the UK economy.
England rugby star's driving ban
The England and Gloucester rugby player Mike Tindall is banned from driving for three years after admitting being over the drink-drive limit.
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