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Technical hitch delays shuttle space launch
CAPE CANAVERAL – Nasa postponed yesterday’s scheduled launch of the space shuttle Endeavour for at least two days because of a technical problem.
The agency said two heaters on an onboard power unit had failed and the launch was delayed at least until tomorrow. – (Reuters)
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Call for lifting of ex-PM's immunity
BUDAPEST – Hungary’s chief prosecutor has asked for the immunity of former prime minister Ferenc Gyurcsany to be lifted on suspicion of abuse of authority related to a casino investment. Mr Gyurcsany was prime minister between 2004 and 2009. – (Reuters)