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SELECTED APPLICANTS FOR THE 2012/2013 ADMISSIONS


SELECTED APPLICANTS FOR THE 2012/2013 ADMISSIONS


The Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU) in collaboration with the National Council for Technical Education (NACTE) hereby releases the names of applicants selected for admission into various higher education institutions in Tanzania as well as applicants selected for Mozambique Scholarships for the 2012/2013 academic year. 


TCU also informs applicants who had requested for institutional transfer that their names will be released by Wednesday, 26th September, 2012.
Further, applicants under NTA Level 6 category selected to join University of Dodoma are advised to urgently submit their academic certificates to the respective university. Their certificates to be submitted should include O’Level, A’ Level as well as NTA Level 6 certificates.

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To view selected applicants with Loans, please click here...

To view selected applicants through Mozambique Scholarships, please click here...

To view selected applicants with Loans but subject to verification with HESLB (Previous Lonee),
please click here ... 





Issued by the office of the Executive Secretary

TCU


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Teacher Primary
Stone Town International School Zanzibar

Date Listed: Sep 20, 2012
Email Address: Click to Email
Phone: +255 777 858 607
Area: Zanzibar
Application Deadline: Oct 31, 2012


Position Description:
STIS is looking for professional qualified teacher to teach several subjects in the Primary department. Fluent english and teaching experience is required.

Email: director_stis@hotmail.com



Application Instructions:
Application letter

Curriculum Vitae

Chadema Wamlima Barua JK

WAMTAKA ACHUKUE HATUA DHIDI YA MAUAJI YA RAIA KINYUME CHAKE SERIKALI INAHUSIKA

 CHAMA cha Demokrasia na Maendeleo (Chadema), kimemwandikia barua Rais Jakaya Kikwete kikimtaka achukue hatua dhidi ya matukio kadhaa ya mauaji ya raia yaliyotokea kwa nyakati tofauti katika mikutano yake ya hadhara kwenye Mikoa ya Singida, Tabora, Arusha, Morogoro, Iringa. Hatua kilichopendeza ni pamoja na kuwawajibisha viongozi wenye dhamana; Waziri wa Mambo ya Ndani ya Nchi, Dk Emmanuel Nchimbi, Mkuu wa Polisi, IGP Said Mwema; Mkuu wa Operesheni Maalumu Polisi, Paul Chagonja, Kamanda wa Polisi Mkoa wa Morogoro, Faustine Shilogile na Kamanda wa Polisi Mkoa wa Iringa, Michael Kamuhanda. Barua hiyo ya Septemba 10, mwaka huu iliyoandikwa na Mwenyekiti wake, Freeman Mbowe baada ya kikao cha Kamati Kuu ya chama hicho, imemtaka Rais Kikwete kuwafukuza kazi watendaji hao katika Serikali yake kwa kuwa wameshindwa kazi. Kimesema kwamba mauaji mengi miongoni mwa hayo, yametokea bila hatua stahiki za kisheria kuchukuliwa na kusema kwamba ukimya huo unaweza kutoa picha potofu kwa umma kwamba Serikali yake inaunga mkono au imewatuma polisi au watu wengine waliosababisha mauaji hayo.

  Matukio ya vifo ambayo chama hicho kimetaka yachunguzwe ni pamoja na lile la Januari Mosi, mwaka jana mkoani Arusha, Igunga (Novemba, mwaka jana) na Arumeru Mashariki (Aprili, mwaka huu). Mengine ni lile la Iramba lililotokea Julai 14, mwaka huu, Morogoro (Agosti 27, mwaka huu) na Iringa Septemba 2, mwaka huu ambalo hata hivyo, shauri lake limeshafikishwa mahakamani. Kimedai kwamba katika Uchaguzi mdogo wa Arumeru Mashariki, Kiongozi wa Kata wa chama hicho, Msafiri Mbwambo alichinjwa huku chanzo cha kifo hicho kikielezwa kuwa ni masuala ya kisiasa.

 Pia kilielezea mauaji yaliyotokea katika Kijiji cha Ndago, Wilaya ya Iramba, Singida na kudai kwamba kikundi cha watu kilivamia mkutano wa Chadema kwa mawe na kwamba licha ya polisi kuwapo eneo hilo, hawakuchukua hatua zozote. Chama hicho pia kimekumbusha mauaji ya mfuasi wake mkoani Morogoro, Ally Zona kikisema kifo hicho pia kina utata kwani taarifa ya polisi imesema alikufa kwa kugongwa na kitu kizito wakati chama hicho kikidhani kwamba alipigwa risasi.
 Kimesema pamoja na matukio yote hayo, viongozi wote hao hawakuchukuliwa hatua zozote za kuwajibika kwa matukio hayo.

 Pia Chadema kimeonya kuwa hali hiyo ikiachwa inaweza kujenga dhana potofu kwa wananchi kuwa Jeshi la Polisi liko mikononi mwa CCM na kazi yake ni kulinda masilahi ya chama hicho kwa gharama yoyote ile jambo ambalo Mbowe alisema ikiwa Rais Kikwete atachukua hatua za kinidhamu dhidi ya viongozi hao, atakuwa ameudhihirishia umma kwamba Serikali yake haifumbii macho mauaji yanayofanywa na vyombo vya usalama nchini. Kimemtaka Rais Kikwete kuunda tume ya kijaji au kimahakama kuchunguza vifo vilivyotokea katika mikusanyiko, mikutano, maandamano au mazingira ya kisiasa yanayokihusisha Chadema.

Ikulu yajibu Katibu Mkuu Kiongozi, Balozi Ombeni Sefue alipoulizwa juu ya barua hiyo alisema haijafika ofisini kwake, huku akisisitiza kuwa kama imeandikwa kwa Rais si lazima ifike kwake. “Sijaiona, ila kama wamemwandikia Rais barua sidhani kama itakuja kwangu. Itakwenda kwake moja kwa moja,” alisema Balozi Sefue. Katibu wa Itikadi na Uenezi wa CCM, Nape Nnauye hakutaka kuzungumzia hatua hiyo ya Chadema akisema, “Siwezi kusema chochote kwa kuwa barua yenyewe sijaiona pia ni barua ya Rais.” Kauli ya Bavicha Baraza la Vijana la Chadema (Bavicha), limemtaka Rais Kikwete kuunda tume huru yenye wataalamu wa sheria ili kuchunguza mauaji, utekaji, vurugu na unyanyasaji wa wananchi unaotokea kwenye mikutano ya siasa hasa inayokihusisha chama hicho.

Akizungumza na waandishi wa habari jana mjini Morogoro baada ya kikao cha baraza hilo taifa, Mwenyekiti wa Bavicha, John Heche alisema kwamba kama Rais Kikwete atashindwa kufanya hivyo, baraza lake kwa kutambua kuwa matukio mengi ya mauaji yamehusisha vijana, litahamasisha maandamano nchi nzima na kuishtaki Serikali yake.

 Habari hii imeandikwa na Fidelis Butahe na George Njogopa, Dar na Hamida Sharif, Morogoro. www.mwananchi.co.tz
Inaccuracies and misplaced towns and cities in Apple's new map software have provoked anger from users.
In June Apple announced it would stop using Google Maps in favour of its own system, created using data from navigation specialist TomTom. 

Apple is yet to comment on the complaints about the software, which comes already installed on the new iPhone. TomTom said it provided only data and was not responsible for how it worked. The software is packaged with iOS6, the latest version of Apple's operating system, which runs on the iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch.

Previously, the system had an app running mapping software from Google. But users are now forced to use Apple's new maps once they upgrade or buy the latest iPhone - which goes on sale on Friday. There is not currently a Google Maps app available in Apple's App Store, although Google's system is still accessible via the phone's web browser.
Demonstrators who gathered outside the US embassy in Islamabad to protest against an amateur video mocking Islam have begun to disperse peacefully.The Pakistani authorities had earlier called on the army as police struggled to contain the crowd of thousands with tear gas and live rounds.
Some protesters had said they would not leave the diplomatic enclave until the US embassy was on fire.
Protests over the film, Innocence of Muslims, have claimed several lives.It was made in the US and is said to insult the Prophet Muhammad. 

Streets leading to the enclave, where most of the embassies are housed, were earlier blocked off by shipping containers in an effort to increase security. 'Out like a light' Television pictures showed chaotic scenes as police tried to gain control of the situation.

Protesters burned an effigy of US President Barack Obama and threw missiles at the police.One  demonstrator told reporters: "The infidel who produced the movie should be hanged, or hand over him to the Muslims. And we don't want any (US) diplomat or embassy in Pakistan: all relations should be cut off."
The BBC's Aleem Maqbool in Islamabad, who did not see any evidence of the army at the scene, said the protest was "turned out like a light".

He said it was amazing, given the strength of feeling at the the protest earlier, that the crowd left as peacefully as it did. He says the area is still shrouded in tear gas.

A demonstration in the same area on Wednesday saw around 500 protesters gather outside the gates of the enclave.

The US State Department earlier issued a warning against any non-essential travel to Pakistan.
It also "strongly urged" US citizens in Pakistan to avoid protests and large gatherings. Anti-US sentiment has been growing since people became aware of the amateur film earlier this month.
The US Ambassador to Libya was killed in an attack on the US consulate in Benghazi, on 11 September.
Protests in countries around the world then took place.
Tensions with the West have been further inflamed by the publication by a French magazine of obscene cartoons of the Prophet Muhammad on Wednesday.
The Pakistani government has called a national holiday on Friday to enable people to demonstrate peacefully.
Map showing location US embassy within diplomatic enclave

PICHA: ELIZABETH MICHAEL "LULU" AKIWA MAHAKAMANI SIKU YA JUMATATU

Msanii wa filamu nchini Elizabeth Michael ‘Lulu’ akiwa makakamani katika mahakama ya rufani, jana baada ya kusikilizwa kwa maombi ya upande wa jamhuri ya kuomba kupitiwa kwa uamuzi wa Mahakama Kuu ya Tanzania, Kanda ya Dar Es Salaam wa kukubali kufanyia uchunguzi umri wa msanii huyo



Cristiano Ronaldo scores Portugal's equalizer in Luxembourg watched by fellow striker Helder Postiga.
Shocks were at a premium as 2014 World Cup qualifying kicked off in Europe Friday but Portugal were given a fright before beating minnows Luxembourg 2-1 in their opener in Group F.

It needed a Cristiano Ronaldo equalizer in the first half to cancel out Daniel Da Mota's 14th minute opener for the hosts.

Helder Postiga hit the winner just before the hour mark as they kept pace with Russia, who earlier beat Northern Ireland 2-0 in Moscow.

Of the big guns, England were the most comprehensive winners, beating Moldova 5-0 in Chisinau with Frank Lampard scoring a first half double and Jermain Defoe adding the other.

James Milner and Leighton Baines were on target after the break as Roy Hodgson's team took an early advantage in Group H with Montenegro and Poland sharing four goals in the other match in the qualifying section.

Germany were made to work hard by the Faroe Islands whose goalkeeper Gunnar Nielsen made a series of fine saves.

The home side only led 1-0 at halftime in Hannover, but a second half double from Real Madrid star Mesut Ozil gave them a more comfortable 3-0 advantage by the final whistle.

Republic of Ireland were the other winners on the night in Group C as two late goals from Robbie Keane, with a penalty, and Kevin Doyle gave them a fortunate 2-1 win in Kazakhstan.

Euro 2012 runners-up Italy were grateful for a 2-2 draw in Bulgaria in Group, falling behind to a long range strike from Stanislav Manolev.

Italy hit back in the Vasil Levski Stadium in Sofia with a pair of goals from their Argentine-born striker Pablo Osvaldo.

But Gerogi Milanov finished off a fine move to give the home side a deserved point.

France made a winning start in the tough looking Group I which also features reigning World and European champions Spain, who sat out the opening round of fixtures.

Didier Deschamps' new charges emerged 1-0 winners in Finland with Abou Diaby first half strike proving the difference.

New Tottenham goalkeeper Hugo Lloris made a fine late save to keep out the hosts.

The Netherlands had Manchester United's Robin van Persie on target as they beat Turkey 2-0 in a heavyweight clash to start Group D.

Group A favorites Belgium, packed with big money English Premier League signings, made a solid start to their campaign with a 2-0 win over Wales, who had James Collins sent off in the first half.

Manchester City captain Vincent Kompany headed them in front before the break with Tottenham's Jan Vertonghen sealing the three points in Cardiff.

Bosnia-Herzegovina secured the biggest win of the night in Liechtenstein as Vedad Ibisevic and Edin Dzeko scored hat-tricks in an 8-1 romp.


University of Bern Excellence Scholarships for International Students

 University of Bern Masters (MS) Degree
Deadline: Dec 2012 (annual)
Study in: Switzerland
Course starts September 2013


Brief description:

The University of Bern Masters Grants are for international students who wish to do a Master’s programme beginning in autumn 2013/2014. The scholarship is offered for Master’s Programmes offered at the University.


Host Institution(s):
University of Bern, Switzerland


Field of study:

Any Master’s Programme offered at University of Bern. For further information (study programmes, major, minor, etc.) about the Master’s programmes offered at the University, please contact the concerned Department directly.
Number of Awards:
The University of Bern will offer every academic year a total of 6 grants for excellent international students for postgraduate studies.

Target group:
International students wishing to pursue Master’s Degree at University of Berne.


Scholarship value/inclusions:

The grant consists of 1600 CHF per month for the duration of the Master’s programme.

Eligibility:
• Applicants must have graduated at the latest by end of July 2012 with at least a Bachelor’s degree in the wished field of study
• This Bachelor’s or Master’s degree must be from a non-Swiss university
• The applicants permanent place of residence up to now must be outside of Switzerland
Scholarship Criteria:
Criteria for selection are academic excellence and the candidate’s potential and motivation.


Application instructions:

Applications are not yet open. Details about the application requirements and deadline for the year 2013/2014 will be available on the official website around September 2012. The application deadline falls around December 2012.
It is important to visit the official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
Website:

Secondary Teachers
The School of St Jude

Date Listed: Aug 27, 2012
Email Address: Click to Email
Phone: +255 753 121 134
Area: Arusha
Application Deadline: Sep 30, 2012


Position Description:
The School of St Jude is a charity funded school that provides a FREE, high-quality education to over 1,500 primary and secondary children from the poorest communities in Arusha.
From 2013 the school will be expanding to accommodate the teaching of A Levels, therefore we are seeking applications from  qualified teachers in ALL subjects areas to teach O to A levels at our Secondary school based in Usa River.
Successful candidates must be Tanzania Citizens and possess the following qualifications, skills and attributes:
  • Bachelor of Education or equivalent from an accredited university
  • A high level of proficiency in spoken and written English
  • An ability to work within a team of teachers and collaborate with the Heads of Department and School Leaders
  • An ability to demonstrate and work patiently, flexibly, reflectively, and independently
  • A commitment to personal professional development and improving the quality of student learning

Successful applicants will have the privilege of being involved in an exciting and developing school environment working with an enquiry based approach to teaching and learning, based on developing skills and understandings.
Applications should include:
  • A Curriculum Vitae with copy of certificates
  • A cover letter outlining how you meet the qualifications, skills and attributes.
  • Two professional referees with email and phone number contacts


Application Instructions:
Applications should be sent to the Email Link above

Website: Go to Website
Auxiliary Police
Tanzania Ports Authority

Date Listed: Aug 27, 2012
Phone: No Calls Please
Area: Mtwara
Application Deadline: Sep 10, 2012

Position Description:
Grade:      TPOS 02
Terms Of Employment:Contract for unspecified period of time;
Required Qualifications and Working Experience:
Form IV or above;
Certificate in Military/Police or National Service Training; Driving License Class C;
At least Two years working experience;
Duties
Responsible for the Security of Cargo, Equipment, Facilities and people within the Port premises;
Participates in all security Patrols and checks within the Port premises; Undertakes and drive patrol car within the Port premises;
Salvages Cargo which is about to be stolen and reports same to the supervisors for the safe custody;
Performs any other duties assigned to him/her from .time to time;



Application Instructions:
Applications should be accompanied with Curriculum Vitae, relevant Authentic/Genuine copies of Academic Certificates, Testimonials indicating working places and current position.
All application should be submitted not later than two weeks from the date of this advertisement and should be addressed to:
The Port Master
Tanzania Ports Authority
P.O. Box 530
MTWARA
pmmtwara@tanzaniaports.com
Application Deadline: Sep 30, 2012
Start Date: Nov 01, 2012
 
Position Description:
Giving Hand Fund(GHF) is a global, non-profit, strategic organization committed to the sustainable end of world hunger. In Africa, South Asia and Latin America, we seeks to end hunger and poverty by empowering people to lead lives of self-reliance, meet their own basic needs and build better futures for their children.
We are looking for a suitable candidate to fill the position of Senior Accountant based in our liaison office in Arusha

Reporting to: Finance Director
No. of posts: 1

Duties and Responsibilities
 
  • Compile and analyze financial information to prepare financial statements including monthly and annual accounts
  • Ensure financial records are maintained in compliance with accepted policies and procedures
  • Prepare financial management reports
  • Establish and monitor the implementation and maintenance of accounting control procedures
  • Reconcile and maintain balance sheet accounts
  • General ledger operations
  • Resolve accounting discrepancies and irregularities
  • Continuous management and support of budget and forecast activities
  • Financial audit preparation and coordinate the audit process
  • Ensure accurate and appropriate recording and analysis of revenues and expenses
  • Analyze and advise on program operations including income and expenditure trends, financial commitments and future income
  • Analyze financial information to recommend or develop efficient use of resources and procedures, provide strategic recommendations and maintain solutions to program and financial problems
  • Assist with accounts receivable and accounts payable
  • Assist with tax computations and returns
  • Assist in budgets and forecasts
  • Assist with implementing and maintaining internal financial controls and procedures
  • Education and Experience Education:
  • Completion of a bachelor's degree at an accredited college or university or equivalent work experience.

    Experience: Three to Five years of financial experience and management experience with the day-to-day financial operations of an organization.

    Two years of direct service delivery experience working with not for profit organization. Any equivalent combination of education and experience determined to be acceptable and excellent IPS

    Remuneration: Tsh 1 350,000 pm to Kes 1 855,000 based on experience and academic qualification.

    Medical & Group life insurance. Rest & Recuperation (R&R) after every six week in field location. To apply send application letter and detailed CV to the Email Link above

    Application deadline is 30th September 2012. Qualified Female candidates encouraged to apply


Application Instructions:
Medical & Group life insurance. Rest & Recuperation (R&R) after every six week in field location. To apply send application letter and detailed CV to the Email Link above

Application deadline is 30th September 2012. Qualified Female candidates encouraged to apply

Website: Go to Website
Application Deadline: Aug 31, 2012
Position Description:
Reports to:Finance and Admin Director

Overall Responsibilities:
The Finance Assistant is responsible for applying accounting principles and procedures to records, maintaining financial information, preparing accurate and timely financial reports and statements, and ensuring appropriate accounting control procedures and financial records are maintained in compliance with accepted USAID and WEI policies and procedures.

Duties:
Serve as World Education, Inc agent in bank accounts
Daily posting of approved financial transactions into Quick book accounting software.
Prepare monthly Bank Reconciliation for all project bank accounts Maintain up to date all project account receivables and payables. Maintain cheque registers for all project bank accounts.
Prepare monthly all Finance report to be submitted to head office. Prepare monthly Tanzania cash requests for submission to Head Quarter
Carry out a monthly reconciliation of general ledger issues/balancing sub ledgers
Prepare finance supporting documents required for submissions to HQ.
Ensure all soft copy reports (sent to HQ) are properly kept in the Financial Report files.
Carry out other financial duties assigned by the supervisor.

Education & Experience:
University degree in Accounting, finance or equivalent related field
At least two years previous job experience
At least two years Job experience relevant to the function
Fluency in English and knowledge of local languages desired
Knowledge of USG rules and regulations, QB accounting software is required.


Application Instructions:
Qualifying candidates should submit their applications at the address below, enclosing the following:     '
An Application letter showing how they meet the post's requirements
Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae
Copies of certificates
Contact addresses including telephone numbers, email address and Names and full addresses of 3 referees
Chief of Party
World Education Inc
Vijana Road, Uzunguni Area, Plot # 101
P O BOX 6234
Arusha, Tanzania

A group of athletes from the Cameroons have fled the London 2012 Olympic Village, with alleged plans of finding better living in Europe. "What began as rumor has finally turned out to be true," David Ojong, head of Cameroon’s delegation at the Games, told Reuters. "Seven Cameroonian athletes who participated at the 2012 London Olympic Games have disappeared from the Olympic Village." 

According to the official, the women's football goalie, Drusille Ngako, was the first to leave while her teammates were in Coventry for their last training encounter against New Zealand. Than there was swimmer, Paul Ekane Edingue, and five members of the boxing team, who followed her example. 

Ojong says Thomas Essomba, Christian Donfack Adjoufack, Abdon Mewoli, Blaise Yepmou Mendouo and Serge Ambomo, disappeared from the Olympic village on Sunday.In all, 37 athletes came to London as part of Cameroon’s Olympic delegation.
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In a picture taken on March 8, 2011, a gay couple kiss during their ceremonial 'wedding' to raise awareness of the issue of homosexual marriage, in Wuhan, in central China's Hubei province.
In a picture taken on March 8, 2011, a gay couple kiss during their ceremonial 'wedding' to raise awareness of the issue of homosexual marriage, in Wuhan, in central China's Hubei province.
STORY HIGHLIGHTS
  • A popular Chinese dictionary has left out the "gay" definition of a word used to describe homosexuals
  • The term "tongzhi" traditionally means comrade but has evolved to refer to gay men and lesbians
  • Compilers of the dictionary said they didn't want to encourage that use of the word
  • Activists and linguists are angered at the omission saying it's not right to leave out a widely-used word

Hong Kong (CNN) -- A newly published edition of an authoritative Chinese dictionary has come under fire for leaving out the homosexual definition of a word commonly used to refer to gay men and lesbians.

The word "tongzhi" traditionally means "comrade" and has been widely used by the Communist Party. But in recent decades the word has evolved to refer to homosexuals.

The committee charged with revising and updating the dictionary said they chose to leave out the definition because they didn't want to encourage its use, the director of the committee Jiang Langsheng told Chengdu Business Daily.

Coming out of the closet in China

The dictionary, which had its sixth edition published July 15, is one of the most renowned sources of information in China. According to CNTV this latest edition contains 69,000 entries -- an increase of 4,000 from the fifth edition published in 2005.

"It's unacceptable that the 'gay' meaning of 'tongzhi' was excluded from the dictionary, a reference book written for all, simply because of the compilers' own preferences and values," Nan Feng, a gay rights activist told the state-run news agency Xinhua.

"Tongzhi" serves as a substitute for "tongxinglian," which is the formal Chinese term for homosexuality. The 2005 edition of the Contemporary Chinese Dictionary defines "tongxinglian" both as same-sex love and as a psychosexual disorder, according to Xinhua.

Homosexuality's classification as a mental disorder was removed in China in 2001, despite the dictionary's definition.

Video: Mom in China advocates for gay son

Like activists, linguists are also unhappy with the decision to leave out a term that is widely used in daily Chinese dialogue.

"There have always been good words and bad ones," Cui Yan, a planning editor for Science and Technology Document Press, told Beijing Business Daily. "But they are all linguistic phenomena. Just because the dictionary doesn't include them doesn't mean they don't exist."

Across the web, people have spoken out about the lack of the colloquial definition of "tongzhi."

One user on China's microblogging site Sina Weibo, who calls himself "Yves Hugo" said "Tongzhi are there. They are a group of people. Whether you 'encourage or not.' Tongzhi means gay people. The definition will be in dictionary at some point."

Paolo Gabriele (Bottom), the pope's butler, sits in the popemobilenext to Pope Benedict XVI as they arrive in St. Petr's square on April 18, 2012
Paolo Gabriele (bottom) is accused of stealing classified documents

The Pope's butler has been released from custody and moved to house arrest.

The Vatican said that Paolo Gabriele will remain under house arrest pending a decision on whether he should stand trial for leaking confidential papers to the media.

He was charged in May after a series of leaks exposed alleged corruption and internal conflicts at the Holy See.

Mr Gabriele's lawyer Carlo Fusco said his client had operated on his own in an "act of love" toward the Pope.

The so-called "Vatileaks" scandal saw an Italian investigative journalist publish hundreds of secret documents detailing fraud scandals, nepotism and cronyism within the Holy See.

'Acted alone'

Italian media reported in May that a stash of confidential documents had been found in the apartment Mr Gabriele shares with his wife and three children inside the Vatican.

"There are definitely no networks, no internal or external plots in which Paolo was involved. His motivations were all internal," AFP news agency reported Mr Fusco as saying.

"He wanted the Church to be more alive. He had an idea to help a situation."

The Vatican's judge, Piero Antonio Bonnet, has been instructed to examine the evidence of the case and to decide whether there is sufficient material to proceed to trial.

Vatican spokesman Federico Lombardi said a magistrate would decide whether to proceed by early August.

Italian media reported that if convicted, Mr Gabriele could face a sentence of up to 30 years for illegal possession of documents of a head of state, probably to be served in an Italian prison due to an agreement between Italy and the Vatican.

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Researchers in Canada develop safe way to produce radioactive element that treats cancer.


Millons of cancer and heart disease patients around the world are treated with radioactive elements called isotopes.

The substance is mostly produced at nuclear facilities. Instead of a costly, dangerous nuclear reactor, isotopes are made in a cyclotron, a standard particle accelerator sold on the commercial market.

It uses magnets, not uranium, and emits radiation but in small amounts.

Now, researchers in Canada say the have developed a safe way to produce it in hospitals.