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Dermot dismisses US X Factor buzz

8 Feb 2012

Dermot O'Leary doesn't fancy his chances of replacing Steve Jones on the US version of The X Factor.

Leading Business Intelligence on the Middle East & North Africa

8 Feb 2012

Iran exported some $439 million worth of handmade carpets in the first ten months of the current calendar year, which began on March 21, 2011, the vice president of Iran's National Carpet Center said.

Pet of the Week: Connor

8 Feb 2012

Pet: Meet Connor! A 6-year-old Puggle mix, Connor's a bit chubby, but that just means there's more of him to love. Laid-back and very sweet, Connor is a cuddler extraordinaire and already well-trained. Come meet him today.