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Study has shown scientists how to find and measure 'good cells' that can recognise and kill infected cells, but they still do not know how to generate them

By Claire Bates

PUBLISHED: 11:13 EST, 11 June 2012 | UPDATED: 11:13 EST, 11 June 2012

It has long been known that a tiny minority of people infected with HIV have a natural ability to fight off the deadly AIDS virus. Scientists said they are now a step closer to understanding why.

In a study they said holds promise for an HIV vaccine, researchers from four countries reported the secret lies not in the number of infection-killing cells a person has, but in how well they work.

Only about one person in 300 has the ability to control the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) without drugs, using a strain of 'killer' cells called cytotoxic T lymphocyte (CTL) cells, previous research has found.

Mature HIV virus infection (blue) in human lymphatic tissue. One in 300 people have 'killer' cells that recognise and destroy the HIV infection

Taking that discovery further, scientists from the United States, Canada, Japan and Germany reported that the strain has molecules called receptors that are better able to identify HIV-infected white blood cells for attack.

Until now, it was well known that people with HIV 'have tonnes of these killer cells,' said Bruce Walker, an infectious diseases expert at the Ragon Institute in Massachusetts.

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SPRING CREEK, Nev. (AP) - Students at a northeastern Nevada high school were surprised when they received their diplomas: the word "graduation" was misspelled as "graduataion."

Spring Creek High Principal Keith Walz told the Elko Daily Free Press (http://bit.ly/KHySBs ) that the misspelling on about 200 diplomas ordered from the Salt Lake City company Jostens was an "inadvertent mistake."

Jostens spokesman Bryan Durfey acknowledges the company was responsible for the mistake, and says corrected diplomas already have been sent by priority mail directly to graduates.

He says the company realizes it isn't going to be perfect, and its policy is to fix errors immediately.

The school will not be charged for the extra diplomas.

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The FTSE 100 surged early on Monday, squeezed higher after euro zone finance ministers agreed to lend Spain up to $125 billion to help its battered banks and Chinese trade data outperformed weak expectations.

By 0755 GMT, London's blue chip index <.FTSE> rose 83.44 points, or 1.5 percent to 5,518.52, having closed cautiously lower on Friday after a two-day rally as investors awaited the announcement from Spain.

Banks <.FTNMX8350> climbed 2.1 percent after the amount agreed on Saturday was more than expected and boosted confidence that policymakers would take the necessary steps to shore-up Europe's banking system, although broader worries over the health the euro zone remain.

"Going forward it's great because I can go to Ibiza and relax on holiday and I do not need to take a suitcase of cash out and hopefully I can use the cash machines without worrying, but to be perfectly honest that is all (the bank bailout) means," David Morrison, strategist at GFT Global, said.

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Questions linger over whether the amount agreed will be enough with Spain still awaiting the results of an independent banking audit, and how that will impact other indebted nations such as Ireland and in particular Greece, which goes to the polls for the second time this weekend to try to elect a new government.

Traders said although the Spanish bank bailout has reduced risk to the financial sector, sluggish economic growth, key to countries being able to pay down their debts, remains unaddressed.

"Given the increase in its sovereign debt ratios and poor macro backdrop we worry that full bailout by the autumn is still likely... We think the short squeeze will not last beyond a few weeks and would use the bounce as an opportunity to reduce exposure," Mislav Matejka, an analyst at JPMorgan said.

The FTSE 100 was already off its early high of 5,536.27 and is still in bear territory with major resistance seen around the 5,600 level, which is the 61.8 percent retracement of the LTRO rally which began in December.

Equities, however, enjoyed a short squeeze with the UK's benchmark index down 7.9 percent since mid-March, when fears over Spain's ability to meet austerity targets surfaced.

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CALL it a reflection of mid-year madness but, for most career girls, nothing is sexier right now than a spur-of-the-moment vacation. Whether it is to the powdery white beaches of Ibiza or the captivating coastal villages of India, the perfect pair of shoes will undoubtedly help you conquer or at least, navigate the world.

It is with this in mind that Charles & Keith infused some fun and frivolity into its Summer 2012 Collection. Launched at Suria KLCC recently, the event was attended by more than 100 guests comprising media mavens and fresh-faced celebutantes such as Aishah Sinclair, Carmen Soo, Hannah Lo, Sazzy Falak and beauty queen Kimberley Ann Estrop-Leggett, all putting their best foot forward in this Singaporean label.

Guests sipped champagne surrounded by overhead plasma screens, projecting behind-the-scenes footages from the Summer 2012 ad campaign. On each cocktail table, live gold fish dart about in bowls, competing for attention.

Soon, the place fell silent as 10 models took to the runway, the nude colour palettes of their skirts and blouses offset by the fierce shoes of the Tropicaland collection. Featuring a variety of traffic-stopping hues, from citrusy yellow to zesty orange, these sandals will brighten up any wardrobe.

If this doesnt get you pining for summer, the tropical flora prints and jungle motifs on woven espadrille wedges surely will. Pair it with structured raw canvas sling bags, cherry-red lipstick and oversized sunnies to draw looks of admiration.

Here, the audience learns an important lesson: if unsure how to embrace colour, take a cue from the models and wear them with neutrals. Those who are brave enough, however, should mix their bright heels with other bright colours. After all, one of the seasons biggest trends is colour blocking, whereby fashonistas are encouraged to sport more shades than what you see at a Lady Gaga concert.

But if the show was any indication, fashionistas can also substitute colour for shine with the Charles & Keiths Urbanite Collection. With their glossy surfaces of shiny silver and liquid gold as well as towering five-inch heels, the shoes are reminiscent of the gigantic, gleaming skyscrapers of New York.

Theres also the Armour Collection, an army of sleek and ultra modern heels. Coupled with satin and suede, these heels are an interesting take on modern minimalism. The message is clear: instead of reaching for the black pumps next time, try a shimmering heel.

Of course, not all of us are brave enough to experiment. The not-so-bold can play it safe with Charles & Keiths Neo Ethnic Collection. Dubbed ethnic meets new-age tribal, the heels in this collection makes a subtle statement, with its low-key hues like neutral brown, contemporary grey and classic maroon. The beauty of these shoes, however, lies not in their colour but in their oh-so-exotic design elements.

Theres a lot of stitching, weaving, braiding and beading but the understated palette means its versatile enough to work into nearly any look. And this means you can go bohemian in the office too. All you need are tailored trousers, a chiffon blouse and a few statement necklaces to complete this look.

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SPRING CREEK, Nev.Students at a northeastern Nevada high school were surprised when they received their diplomas: the word "graduation" was misspelled as "graduataion."

Spring Creek High Principal Keith Walz told the Elko Daily Free Press ( http://bit.ly/KHySBs) that the misspelling on about 200 diplomas ordered from the Salt Lake City company Jostens was an "inadvertent mistake."

Jostens spokesman Bryan Durfey acknowledges the company was responsible for the mistake, and says corrected diplomas already have been sent by priority mail directly to graduates.

He says the company realizes it isn't going to be perfect, and its policy is to fix errors immediately.

The school will not be charged for the extra diplomas.

In a similar incident, diplomas at a Maryland high school are being reprinted because they contained a misspelling of the word "program."

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