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1. UN Condemns Syria's 'Outrageous Use Of Force'

   

   27 May 2012, 10.54

   The UN Security Council has condemned Syria's government for the shelling of Houla, which has left more than 100 people dead - dozens of them children.

2. Firefighters Tackle Blaze Near Blackwall Tunnel

   

   27 May 2012, 10.45

   Around 70 firefighters are trying to contain a large fire in southeast London near the approach to the Blackwall Tunnel.

3. Tony Blair To Appear Before Leveson Inquiry

   

   27 May 2012, 10.26

   Former Prime Minister Tony Blair will be asked whether he struck a deal with Rupert Murdoch for the media tycoon's support, when he testifies at the Leveson inquiry into media ethics later.

4. Fred West Drama Scoops Bafta Acting Awards

   

   27 May 2012, 10.38

   Controversial drama Appropriate Adult, ITV's mini series which looked into the mind of serial killer Fred West, was the big winner at this year's TV Baftas.

5. Baroness' Income Error Puts PM Under Pressure

6. Briton Badly Hurt In Hotel Balcony Plunge

7. New Govt Scheme Helps Young Entrepreneurs

8. Fun In The Sun: Just One More Scorcher Left

9. Soak Up The Sun: Cooler Weather On The Way

10. Sweden Wins Eurovision As UK Entry Falls Flat