Daily Bulletin | 22.10.2012, 18:30 UTC

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Daily Bulletin 22.10.2012 | 18:30 UTC News Justice Scientists convicted for failing to predict major earthquake An Italian court has convicted several scientists for failing to give sufficient warnings of the risk of a major earthquake in 2009. Hundreds died in a quake that hit the town following a series of minor tremors. Sports Armstrong stripped of Tour de France titles Cyclist Lance Armstrong has been stripped of his seven Tour de France titles and banned from cycling for life, in a much-anticipated ruling by the sport's international governing body. UCI upholds ban on Lance Armstrong Middle East Lebanese army determined to contain violence Lebanon's army says it will step in to prevent further bloodshed after the clashes that followed the funeral of the country's intelligence chief. This comes amid fears that Syria's conflict could spill across the border. Syria Hope of Syria ceasefire ebbs Optimism about the possibility of new peace envoy Lakhdar Brahimi brokering a temporary ceasefire in Syria is fading fast. In contrast, there are growing fears that the conflict could spill beyond the country's borders. Russia Pussy Riot sent to prison camps Pussý Riot members have been moved from their Moscow prison to isolated prison camps in central Russia. Some have interpreted their relocation as an attempt by the authorities to dim the media spotlight on the band. Asia South Korea blocks propaganda drop after North threat Police in South Korea have stopped demonstrators from sending leaflets critical of the North across the countries' demilitarized border. It follows a threat of military action by Pyongyang last week. Europe Kosovo police fire tear gas to control anti-Serbia demo Police in Pristina have used teargas to control a demonstration against negotiations with Belgrade. Security forces stepped in after an angry crowd attempted to storm Kosovo's parliament building. Business Energy Rosneft-BP deal creates new global oil leader British oil firm BP has sold its half of joint venture TNK-BP to Russian oil giant Rosneft. The deal creates the world's largest publicly-listed oil company and is part of Russia's drive to repatriate its oil resources. Newsletters More DW Learning by Ear – Destination: Togo! DW's multimedia edutainment program asked listeners to submit their stories about a personal event that changed their lives. The winning story will be staged in Lomé/Togo. Follow the theatre workshop online! More DW PopXport brings you the best music and the chance to win an iPod touch The new contest from PopXport takes a look at the German songs that were ranked highest around the world. Send us your favorite and you will have a chance at winning an iPod touch. More DW Kick off! Bundesliga action on Facebook The passion and the action of the Bundesliga – every game, every goal, every week. Get involved and discuss German soccer with real fans around the world. Once the last whistle has blown, we get you up to speed.   Unsubscribe   Personal Data   Feedback   Imprint © Deutsche Welle 2012