USA - Regulators have reportedly discovered where MF Global's missing funds went

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Regulators have reportedly discovered where MF Global's missing funds went, according to Jill Sommers, who's heading the CFTC's review of the company's bankruptcy.

However, before funds can be returned to investors, they must uncover which transactions were legitimate and which weren't.

Sommers, a Republican commissioner, on Wednesday said, "We certainly don't want to lead anyone to believe we don't know what happened. We do know, and we see where all the transactions went".
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Belgium - Liege shooting death toll rises to six. 160 people have needed treatment for injuries or shock

Published on Dec 15, 2011 by Euronews

http://www.euronews.net/ A fifth victim has died of the injuries she received in Tuesday's Liege shootings in Belgium. In total 160 people have needed treatment for injuries or shock. In all six people died, including the killer.

The government, after consultation with the families, has decided to individually concentrate on their grief rather than hold a day of national mourning.

The shock continues to reverberate, with many people overwhelmed by their emotions when asked to comment on the tragedy.

Britain - Leveson Inquiry Daniel Sanderson, News of the World reporter sorry for McCann diary story

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Daniel Sanderson, the News of the World reporter who was responsible for the story about Kate McCann's diary, has told the Leveson Inquiry into media ethics that he was sorry for his involvement in its publication.

He said the story should not have been printed and he intended to apologise to Kate and Gerry McCann, the parents of Madeleine McCann who went missing in Portugal in 2007.

Britain - London 2012: 13,500 troops to provide Olympic security

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Up to 13,500 military personnel will help to provide security at the London 2012 Olympic Games, the Ministry of Defence has announced.

What's In The News: December 15, 2011 Pier 1 Imports (NYSE:PIR) reported Q3 EPS of $0.21, inline with consensus estimates.

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This is what's in the news for Thursday December 15th. The Wall Street Journal reports, inexpensive e-book prices are shifting quickly, as publishers narrow the gap between print and e-versions of some top sellers, and in some cases, e-books are more expensive than printed books. Google (GOOG) is expected to invest $120 million in a data center in Singapore, in a move to significantly expand operations in Asia. The center is slated for completion in early 2013. Michael Kors is now trading on the street with a 47.2 million share IPO priced at $20.00. The deal size was increased to 47.2 million shares from 41.7 million shares and priced above the $17.00-$19.00 range. Morgan Stanley, JP Morgan and Goldman acted as joint book running managers for the offering.

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Pier 1 Imports (NYSE:PIR) reported Q3 EPS of $0.21, inline with consensus estimates.

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Pier 1 Imports (NYSE:PIR) reported Q3 EPS of $0.21, inline with consensus estimates.

Revenues in the quarter rose 8.5% year-over-year to $382.7 million, topping estimates by $4 million.

Alex W. Smith, President and Chief Executive Officer, commented, "We are very pleased with the results of our third quarter. Our strong product assortments, the right balance of regular and promotional pricing and a great store experience are driving robust sales and merchandise margin growth. December sales so far are strong and we expect this trend to continue for the final ten days leading up to Christmas. Our growth plan is on track as we execute our business model with increasing finesse. Operating margins and sales per retail square foot continue to grow. Pier 1 To-Go, which allows customers to order online and pick-up and pay in-store, is positively impacting top line sales and our new e-commerce enabled site will launch next summer. We look forward to discussing our third quarter results in more detail and providing updates to the balance of the year and our three-year growth plan initiatives later this morning on our conference call."

Disneyland Paris - Flash Sale up to 50% off hotel & park ticket package!

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Breakdown:
50% discount applicable for stays at the Disneyland Hotel,Disney?s Hotel New York, Disney?s Newport Bay Club or Disney?s Sequoia Lodge.
40% discount on stays at Disney?s Hotel Cheyenne, Disney?s Hotel Santa Fe and Disney?s Davy Crockett Ranch.
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Arrivals:
2 night/3 day stays: 21-22dec / 25dec / 28-29dec / 1jan / 6 jan-7 Feb
3 night/ 4 day stays: 21st & 28th December and 6th January ? 6th February 2012.
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Combinable:
Free hotel & tickets for kids under 7 for arrivals until 31st December or free hotel & tickets for kids under 12 for arrivals from 1st January ? 28th March 2012 in at least one hotel per arrival date when dates and hotel coincide (2)
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Lead Price:
From £122* per adult at Disney?s Sequoia Lodge = Family of four including 2 adults and 2 kids under 12 staying for 2 nights at the Sequoia Lodge Hotel inc breakfast and 3 days park entry is from £244 in total!
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Or for stays in a value hotel its from £109.80* per adult at Disney?s Hotel Santa Fe = Family of four including 2 adults and 2 kids under 12 staying for 2 nights inc breakfast and 3 days park entry is from £219.60 in total!
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* discount applies to value season stays based on 2 adults sharing a standard room.
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Terms and Conditions 1. Offer is valid for new online bookings only made by 20th December 2011 (inclusive) for selected 2 or 3 night arrivals until 6th February 2012. For 2night/3 day stays the excluded dates include 23rd, 24th, 26th, 27th, 30th & 31st December 2011 and 2nd ? 5th January 2012. For 3 night/4 day stays the excluded dates include 22nd ? 27th, 29th ? 31st December & 1st ? 5th January 2012. Discount will vary depending on arrival date, length of stay or chosen hotel. This offer is available in one Disney Hotel per arrival date. If this offer is not available on your requested hotel or travel date, please select another hotel or another date or contact us for more details. Offer is valid for all room types excluding Castle Club rooms at Disneyland® Hotel, Empire State Club rooms at Disney's Hotel New York®, Family rooms at Disney's Santa Fe® & Disney?s Newport Bay Club and all Suites. Offer is only combinable with ?free kids under 7 stay & play free? or ?kids under 12 stay & play free? offers. Transport, Options and Insurance are not included but can be added to your reservation. 2. Valid for one adult package with a minimum of one paying adult per room booked. Up to the maximum occupancy of the room. Proof of your children's age(s) are required at check-in. Valid arrivals for ?kids under 7 stay & play free? is until 7th November 2012. Valid arrivals for ?kids under 12 stay & play free? is for arrivals from 1st January ? 28th March 2012 in at least one hotel per arrival date. Transport can be added but is not free for children aged 2 and above. Options and insurance can be added but are not free for children aged 3 and above. Subject to availability and Disneyland Paris standard terms and conditions.

USA - Michael Jackson's daughter Paris on acting and that 'stupid' mask on The Ellen DeGeneres Show

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Michael Jackson's daughter Paris gave a rare televised interview this week, during which she discussed life with her late father and a budding acting career.

During the 13-year-old's appearance on The Ellen DeGeneres Show she talked about the mask which she wore as a child to shield her from media attention.

Andrew Plant reports.

Nigeria - Efforts to steer young Nigerians away from cybercrime

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Nigeria has one of the highest rates of youth unemployment in Africa and with jobs scarce, many young Nigerians turn to cybercrime to make money.

One social enterprise is trying to encourage them to use their IT and moneymaking skills to start up a business instead of committing cybercrime.

Jonah Fisher reports from Lagos.