BBC chairman Lyons to stand down next year | Reuters

Michael Lyons, Chairman of the BBC Trust, speaks at a press conference at the BBC headquarters in London November 21, 2008.

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LONDON | Tue Sep 14, 2010 1:29pm BST

LONDON (Reuters) - BBC Trust Chairman Michael Lyons, who has come under fire from politicians for the way he oversees the broadcaster, is to step down in May after deciding against seeking a second term.

ICC fixes hearing on Pakistan spot-fixing allegations | Reuters

Pakistani cricketer Mohammad Asif arrives a Kilburn police station in London September 3, 2010. uncil's (ICC) anti-corruption code.

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KARACHI | Tue Sep 14, 2010 1:48pm BST

KARACHI (Reuters) - The International Cricket Council will convene a preliminary hearing into allegations of spot fixing against three Pakistani players in 40 days time, the legal adviser to the country's cricket board said on Tuesday.

Police delay questioning of Pakistan bowler Wahab Riaz | Reuters

(Reuters) - English police have delayed the questioning of Pakistan fast bowler Wahab Riaz over alleged spot-fixing during the England tour until Wednesday, team manager Yawar Saeed said.

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MTV music awards gets biggest audience since 2002 | Reuters

LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - More than 11 million viewers watched the MTV Video Music Awards as glam pop artist Lady Gaga and lingering drama between singers Taylor Swift and rapper Kanye West gave the ceremony its highest audience since 2002.

UK, Brazil to sign defence agreement - report | Reuters

(Reuters) - Britain and Brazil are to sign a defence agreement the UK government hopes will pave the way for a multi-billion dollar contract for BAE systems to supply vessels to Brazil's navy, the Financial Times said on Tuesday.

Afghans say ready to secure parliamentary poll | Reuters

(Reuters) - Afghan security forces, backed by foreign troops, are "completely prepared" to secure elections this week, the president's office said on Monday, despite soaring violence and a Taliban threat to disrupt the vote.

Huth strikes late to earn Stoke win over Villa

(Reuters) - Robert Huth scored with virtually the last kick of the match to earn Stoke City their first Premier League points of the season with a 2-1 win over Aston Villa on Monday.

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