2012年1月13日星期五

Yahoo! News: World - Britain

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Yahoo! News: World - Britain


Oxford puzzles over unexplained death of professor (AP)

Posted: 13 Jan 2012 10:06 AM PST

Undated photo released by Oxford University Friday Jan. 13, 2012 of Professor Steven Rawlings whose body was discovered in Southmoor, Oxford, England.  Fellow Oxford University don Devinder Sivia was arrested and bailed on suspicion of the murder of Professor Rawlings with whom he co-authored a book. Officials said it wasn't yet clear whether any crime had been committed. (AP Photo/ Oxford University via PA)  UK OUT NO SALESAP - It seemed like a shocking crime: An Oxford University academic was found dying in the home of one of his closest friends, who was promptly arrested by police on suspicion of murder.


UK court OKs extradition over Iran missile claims (AP)

Posted: 13 Jan 2012 03:49 AM PST

AP - Britain's High Court said Friday a retired businessman who allegedly plotted to sell missile components to Iran should be extradited to the United States.

Rich seek super-sized luxury London pads (Reuters)

Posted: 12 Jan 2012 11:02 PM PST

Reuters - London developers are shifting their focus toward super-sized luxury flats to keep pace with the growing wealth of overseas buyers seeking a safe haven for their cash, charging them up to 70 percent more for the privilege.
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