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Questions are being asked about escape routes after six people died in fire at flats.

Relatives lament flats fire victims

Updated 4:23am Sunday 5th July 2009

Inquiries into how a blaze which ripped through a tower block killing six people, including a three-week-old baby girl, was able to spread so quickly are continuing.


Britain awaiting news of Iran staff

David Miliband revealed "deep concern" about UK embassy staff in Iran

Updated 3:04am Sunday 5th July 2009

Britain is still seeking clarification from Iran over the fate of detained British Embassy staff after one was said by his lawyer to be facing trial for "acting against national security".

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More success for Serena

Serena Williams

Updated 9:32pm Saturday 4th July 2009

Serena Williams celebrated her second Wimbledon title of the day after she and sister Venus won the women's doubles on Saturday evening.

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Time to quit acting, says Liz Smith

Updated 3:22am Sunday 5th July 2009

Former Royle Family star Liz Smith has revealed she is bowing out of acting after suffering a stroke.

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