Last updated: Monday, 11 March 2013, 11:16 GMT

Venezuela announces post-Chavez election date

A presidential election to replace late Venezuelan leader Hugo Chavez will be held on 14 April, the country's electoral commission has said.


Delhi rape accused found dead in prison
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South Africa: Mandela in hospital for tests
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Bersani ultimatum may bring new Italy election closer
Last week's inconclusive election, in which Grillo won a huge protest vote,
Sweden Princess Lilian dies aged 97
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