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On patrol with food escort ships - As the threat of piracy grows off the coast of east Africa, Christian Fraser joined a convoy travelling under protection from warships.

Russian forces 'using torture' - The BBC has uncovered disturbing evidence of the use of torture by the Russian security forces.

US judge orders Algerians freed - Five Algerians held at Guantanamo Bay without charge for almost seven years must be freed, a US judge has ruled.

DC's mammoth inauguration buildup - Despite Barack Obama's inauguration still being two months away, Washington DC's preparations are already well under way.

Oil price below $50 a barrel - Oil prices have fallen below $50 a barrel for the first time since May 2005 amid fears of recession.

Shannon hidden inside bed - A jury at Leeds Crown Court has been shown a photograph of the space under the divan bed where missing schoolgirl Shannon Matthews was found.

RBS boss apologises over losses - The Royal Bank of Scotland's chairman has told shareholders he was "profoundly sorry" for the financial and human cost that the bank's troubles have caused.