The week that was at a glance.
Good Catch
Tony Blair's done it; so has Nicolas Sarkozy. But when it comes to baring (almost) all in front of the world's press, Russian leader and judo expert Vladimir Putin appears to have emerged as top dog. His spot of topless fishing during his holiday in Siberia gave him a chance to show he's got more than just political muscle. Next up: Bertie in his briefs?
Bad Catch
For a week, Australian farmer Des Gregor became the world's most famous bachelor after he flew to Mali to meet his prospective "wife" Natacha, only to discover it was a scam. He was kidnapped, beaten, threatened with machetes, and only rescued after his captors demanded a ransom. Des had previously tried to get a Russian bride, but says his marrying days are now over.
In Quotes. . .
I'm very happy inside. But what do you want me to do? Jump on the table? Strip? - Roy Keane on his subdued reaction to his team' s last minute win.
We Now Know
Babiescan develop a junk food habit in the womb, according to new research
Sikh gardaíwill not be allowed wear their turbans
Arctic seaice is currently 30 per cent below its long-term average.
In Numbers
17number of days New Yorker Richard Rodriguez spent on a rollercoaster - a new world record
750number of Irish in foreign jails
11number of Leaving Cert students who got eight A1s