February 11, 2012 -- Updated 1333 GMT (2133 HKT)

Sun staff arrested in inquiry into alleged illegal payments

Eight people are arrested -- including five employees of Britain's bestselling Sun newspaper -- in an inquiry into alleged illegal payments to police and officials. FULL STORY

CRACKDOWN IN SYRIA

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SYRIA

Assad rides wave of slaughter

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has remained in power despite an 11-month popular uprising and world outrage. Observers say this is due to ruthlessness, diplomatic subterfuge and internal sectarian dynamics.

	Terror grips besieged city of Homs
	One family consumed with fear

TURMOIL IN PARADISE

Tiny island paradise faces uncertainty

The Maldives -- marketed as one of the world's top luxury destinations -- faces uncertainty as its president resigns amid threats of violence. FULL STORY

GREEN TECHNOLOGY

Hacking the city for a greener future

A new app that can detect the emissions of trips means city dwellers will be able to make greener choices by looking at their phone. FULL STORY

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