World Update from BBC News
Stocks slide despite reassurancesThe UK's top share index has its biggest one-day points fall ever as Chancellor Alistair Darling tries to reassure financial markets.Markets need morals, says BrownGordon Brown says markets must abide by a system of "morals", including responsible risk-taking and a work ethic.Death crash footballer is jailedEx-Plymouth Argyle goalkeeper Luke McCormick is jailed for causing the deaths of two children by dangerous driving.Mammals facing extinction threatAbout 25% of the world's mammal species are at risk of extinction, according to an international survey.Widow forgives dead police chiefThe widow of a police chief found dead days after he revealed an extra-marital affair says she has forgiven him.
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