McCain vows to fight to change US

John McCain promises "change is coming" as he accepts the Republican party's candidacy for the White House.

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Elderly 'should carry on working'

Older people should carry on working as long as they are physically capable, ex-minister David Blunkett says.

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Djokovic sets up Federer showdown

Novak Djokovic beats Andy Roddick in four sets and will now meet defending champion Roger Federer for a place in the US Open final.

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From the archives

The Winter of Discontent, 30 years on

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Toon Army talks

Anger of fans at Keegan's departure

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WWII 'remains' in jungle prove to be vines

The suspected remains of a WWII airman discovered in the Papua New Guinea jungle are the moss-covered branches of a tree.

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A gentle heavy metal fan? How music defines personality

Musical taste and style is closely related to personality type, according to new research from a Scottish university.

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Stop promoting alcohol, DJs told

Radio presenters, including the BBC's Chris Moyles, are encouraging drinking, a study claims.

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Italian trio on Hammers shortlist

Three Italian coaches have been shortlisted for the managerial vacancy at West Ham, BBC Sport understands.

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Helicopter in driver flood rescue

A rescue helicopter reaches a motorist trapped by rising water, as emergency teams deal with flooding reports.

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Adults 'rely on parents' finance'

Parents support their grown-up children to the tune of £21,500 in the years after they turn 18, a study suggests.

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Murray & Huber lose doubles final

Jamie Murray and his American partner Liezel Huber lose the US Open mixed doubles final, fifth seeds Leander Paes and Cara Black winning 7-6 (8-6) 6-4.

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Hoy angry at political 'cash-ins'

Olympic cycling hero Chris Hoy says he feels politicians have attempted to "cash in" on his success in Beijing.

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What do you want to talk about?

What do you want the world to talk about?

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PM rules out one-off fuel payment

Gordon Brown confirms the government will not be giving consumers a one-off payment to help with rising fuel bills.

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'Millions bullied' in workplaces

One in seven people have been bullied at work, with higher earners more likely to face problems, according to new research.

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From a height

How to survive a bellyflop into just a foot of water

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'Betrayed' soldier returning home

A soldier from Moray who was hit by a car in the Poland is due to be flown home after spending more than a month in hospital.

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In pictures

Haiti struggles after storms kill 170 people

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Shannon mother and man due in court

The mother of schoolgirl Shannon Matthews and the man accused of abducting her are due to appear at Leeds Crown Court.

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Google is 10

What is the secret behind Google's huge success?

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UK food prices rise 8.3% in 2008

UK food prices have risen by 8.3% since the start of this year, according to the BBC's new Food Price Index.

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Black to green

Germany pilots technology to clean up coal power

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Keegan resigns as Newcastle boss

Kevin Keegan quits as manager of Newcastle after just eight months in charge.

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Government warned over fuel costs

A Labour backbencher warns the government faces public hostility if it doesn't provide help for voters to pay energy bills.

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World Catalog : asbestos lung

World Catalog : asbestos lung

asbestos lung:

The White Lung Association

Organization for people with asbestos-related diseases; information about diseases and political developments.

http://www.whitelung.org/

The White Lung Association

News about asbestos including legal issues, international meetings and political opinions.

http://www.whitelung.org/

Asbestos

Exposure to asbestos usually occurs by breathing contaminated air in workplaces that make or use asbestos. Asbestos is also found in the air of buildings containing asbestos that are being torn down or renovated. Asbestos exposure can cause serious lung problems and cancer.

http://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/tfacts61.html

Asbestos Toxicity

Asbestos exposure is associated with parenchymal asbestosis, asbestos-related pleural abnormalities, mesothelioma, and lung cancer, and it may be associated with cancer at some extra thoracic sites.

http://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/csem/asbestos/

Elderly 'should carry on working'

Older people should carry on working as long as they are physically capable, ex-minister David Blunkett says.

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'Millions bullied' in workplaces

One in seven people have been bullied at work, with higher earners more likely to face problems, according to new research.

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Djokovic sets up Federer showdown

Novak Djokovic beats Andy Roddick in four sets and will now meet defending champion Roger Federer for a place in the US Open final.

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McCain vows to fight to change US

John McCain promises "change is coming" as he accepts the Republican party's candidacy for the White House.

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Murray & Huber lose doubles final

Jamie Murray and his American partner Liezel Huber lose the US Open mixed doubles final, fifth seeds Leander Paes and Cara Black winning 7-6 (8-6) 6-4.

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Toon Army talks

Anger of fans at Keegan's departure

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A gentle heavy metal fan? How music defines personality

Musical taste and style is closely related to personality type, according to new research from a Scottish university.

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Black to green

Germany pilots technology to clean up coal power

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From the archives

The Winter of Discontent, 30 years on

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In pictures

Haiti struggles after storms kill 170 people

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PM rules out one-off fuel payment

Gordon Brown confirms the government will not be giving consumers a one-off payment to help with rising fuel bills.

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Google is 10

What is the secret behind Google's huge success?

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Stop promoting alcohol, DJs told

Radio presenters, including the BBC's Chris Moyles, are encouraging drinking, a study claims.

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Helicopter in driver flood rescue

A rescue helicopter reaches a motorist trapped by rising water, as emergency teams deal with flooding reports.

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WWII 'remains' in jungle prove to be vines

The suspected remains of a WWII airman discovered in the Papua New Guinea jungle are the moss-covered branches of a tree.

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UK food prices rise 8.3% in 2008

UK food prices have risen by 8.3% since the start of this year, according to the BBC's new Food Price Index.

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Shannon mother and man due in court

The mother of schoolgirl Shannon Matthews and the man accused of abducting her are due to appear at Leeds Crown Court.

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Adults 'rely on parents' finance'

Parents support their grown-up children to the tune of £21,500 in the years after they turn 18, a study suggests.

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What do you want to talk about?

What do you want the world to talk about?

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Hoy angry at political 'cash-ins'

Olympic cycling hero Chris Hoy says he feels politicians have attempted to "cash in" on his success in Beijing.

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Italian trio on Hammers shortlist

Three Italian coaches have been shortlisted for the managerial vacancy at West Ham, BBC Sport understands.

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Keegan resigns as Newcastle boss

Kevin Keegan quits as manager of Newcastle after just eight months in charge.

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'Betrayed' soldier returning home

A soldier from Moray who was hit by a car in the Poland is due to be flown home after spending more than a month in hospital.

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Government warned over fuel costs

A Labour backbencher warns the government faces public hostility if it doesn't provide help for voters to pay energy bills.

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From a height

How to survive a bellyflop into just a foot of water

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