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World Market Overview 21/03/2011

U.S. stocks climbed higher Friday, as fears of increased violence in Libya ebbed and currency interventions helped to relieve investor worries over Japan's economy.

Coalition Planes Pound Libyan Targets; Arab League Criticizes Civilian Deaths

ritish Eurofighter EF-2000 Typhoon jets land at the Gioia del Colle NATO Airbase in southern Italy March 20, 2011.

British, French and American jets conducted bombing and attack operations over Libya on Sunday to enforce a no-fly zone over the country meant to stop leader Muammar Gaddafi's forces from killing civilians as the Arab League criticized the assault, saying casualties among civilians had occurred nonetheless.

Gaddafi threatens lengthy war in Libya; Arab League condemns western assault

In response to airstrikes on his country by a coalition of western nations, Col. Moammar Gaddafi has threatened that Libya will fight a long war.

England's captain John Terry sings the national anthem in the rain before their international friendly soccer match against Slovakia in London in 2009.

John Terry reinstated as permanent England captain

Fabio Capello announced that Chelsea defender John Terry has been reinstated as permanent England captain.

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Once every few years, the moon makes a closer-than-usual approach, offering better views, higher tides, and a bit more light.

Oil falls after Libya calls halt to military action

Oil prices fell on Friday after Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi's government said it would halt military action in response to a U.N. resolution for an immediate ceasefire.

Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange

US stocks advance after G-7 Intervention

US stocks advanced in early trade on Friday after the Group of Seven (G-7) Finance ministers had agreed to intervene in the markets to stabilize the Japanese yen.

Libya declares ceasefire in response to UN resolution

The government of Libya has declared it will cease all military operations following a decision by the United Nations Security Council to support a no-fly zone over the country.

London woman convicted of keeping African slave

A former hospital director in Britain has been convicted of keeping an African woman as a slave in her London home for four years and ordered to pay her £25,000 in damages.

Vanessa Hudgens' nude photo hackers target 50 actresses, including Scarlett Johansson, Miley Cyrus

Vanessa Hudgens' nude photo hackers have reportedly target a total of 50 actresses, including Scarlett Johansson, Miley Cyrus, and Ali Larter.

Brent tops $116 as Libya braces for U.N.-backed action

Brent crude jumped by more than $1 to $116 on Friday on fears of rising geopolitical tension in the oil-rich Middle East and North Africa, after the United Nations approved military action to contain Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi.

G7 agrees to joint currency intervention to help Japan

The Group of Seven industrial nations agreed on Friday to jointly intervene in the currency market to stem a sharp yen rise that complicates Japan's battle with the devastation caused by last week's violent earthquake and an unfolding nuclear crisis.

G7: agrees on joint FX intervention from March 18

The Group of Seven finance chiefs said authorities from the United States, Britain, Canada and the European Central Bank will join with Japan in joint foreign exchange intervention from Friday, at the request of the Japanese authorities.

Yen falls after G7 deal, further downside seen

The yen skidded on Friday after the Group of Seven finance ministers agreed to act to limit the currency's strength, with the dollar popping above 81 yen in a move that could put further pressure on players to unwind long yen positions.

UN Approves Military Force Against Gaddafi Forces

The United Nations Security Council has approved military strikes on Libyan air defenses, a move following weeks of talks led by France, Britain and the United States to mobilize the international community to take action against the regime of Muammar Gaddafi, which is engaged in armed conflict with rebels.

UN Vote Approves Libya No-Fly Zone; China, Russia Abstain

The United Nations Security Council on Thursday voted to approve a no-fly zone over Libya and all necessary measures to protect civilians from attacks by forces led by Muammar Gaddafi.

Speculative attack witnessed against Japanese yen: analysts

The world likely witnessed a “speculative attack” against the Japanese yen late Wednesday

Royal Wedding to air live on BBC

The network will broadcast live footage of the wedding internationally and promises an authentic British take on all the events, according to a statement by the broadcaster via The Hollywood Reporter.

Five banks in Libor probe: source

Regulators probing alleged manipulation of Libor rates, the benchmark for interbank borrowing costs, are focusing on five lenders, a person familiar with the matter said on Thursday.

U.S. Supports Libya No-Fly Zone, Seeks Broader Action

U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said on Thursday that establishing a no-fly zone over Libya would require the bombing of air defenses, as the U.S. seeks broad action to protect civilians fighting Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi's regime.

Couple hugs each other before one of the pair will board a flight at Narita International Airport in Narita

UK government sends charter planes to evacuate Britons in Japan

As foreigners in Japan become increasingly desperate to flee the country, the British government has chartered planes to fly Britons in the country from Tokyo to Hong Kong.

Homefront videogame sells 375,000 on first day

Video game maker THQ Inc said it sold 375,000 copies of its new military-themed video Homefront on the first day of sales in North America.

U.S. Plays Role in Japan's Aid, Search, Rescue Efforts

The United States is playing a key role in support of Japan's aid, search, and rescue efforts.

CHAMPIONS LEAGUE PREVIEW: Chelsea vs. Copenhagen (Wednesday, 19:45 GMT/3:45 PM EST; TV: Sky Sports 2/FOX Soccer Channel)

The Blues lead on aggregate, 2-0.

Chelsea vs Copenhagen (Live Coverage)

Chelsea lead on aggregate, 2-0.

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iPhone 5 is rumored to feature Near Field Communication (NFC) technology, slide-out keyboard, dual-SIM cards support and expected to sport Qualcomm’s Gobi chip.