June 21, 2009 Sunday
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PARIS - IRANIAN authorities have arrested 23 journalists and bloggers since post-election protests began a week ago, according to a media watchdog that says reporters are a 'priority target' for Iran's leadership.

Among those arrested was the head of the Association of Iranian Journalists, Reporters Without Borders said on Sunday.

 
Struggles teen mums face

ONE mother was sound asleep when her baby boy crawled into the bathroom and drowned in a pail of water.

Another mother, who had depression, hid her stillborn infant in an electrical riser outside her flat.

These two cases which went before the courts this month reflect the struggles of young mums here who are thrust into motherhood before they are ready.

HK lists 65 new flu cases

HONG KONG - HONG Kong on Sunday reported 65 newly confirmed cases of H1N1 flu, bringing to 320 the total number of infections in the southern Chinese city.

The new cases involved 32 male and 33 female patients aged between seven and 57 years old, the Department of Health said, without commenting on their condition.

Team tests negative

THE Philippines football team has tested negative for Influenza A (H1N1), a day after one of its players came down with the virus at the ongoing Asian Youth Games (AYG) in Singapore.

But all 20 members of the squad, including two coaches and a doctor, will remain in quarantine at the Aloha Loyang Resort until Friday, say organisers.

Vettel wins British GP

SILVERSTONE (England)- GERMANY'S Sebastian Vettel led a Red Bull one-two by winning the British Grand Prix on Sunday ahead of teammate Mark Webber.

Rubens Barrichello, in a Brawn GP, finished third. Team-mate Jenson Button, the championship leader, finished sixth.

   
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