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- Syria’s President Assad sent in tanks to crush protests in the central city of Hama, killing up to 100 people.
- Amy Winehouse, once regarded as the brightest young star in music, has died aged 27 of a suspected drug overdose. Norway : Anders Breivik kills 93 in bombing and shooting incidents.
- Murdoch drops bid for full ownership of Sky. Met Police Commissioner Sir Paul Stephenson cited allegations surrounding his association with former NoW deputy editor Neil Wallis for his shock resignation announcement.
- News of the World accused of hacking phones of murder victim’s relatives. Murdock announces closure of News of the World.