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New Chile president takes office Chile's new President, Sebastian Pinera is sworn in to office minutes after parts of the country were hit by the largest aftershock since last month's devastating earthquake. Clashes during Greek protests Public services and transport in Greece have ground to a halt as workers stage a third general strike in protest at the government's austerity measures. Mexican Carlos Slim tops rich list Mexican telecom giant Carlos Slim has topped Forbes magazine's billionaire's list - the first time since 1994 that an American has not led the rankings. Boy's 911 call thwarts armed robbers A seven-year-old boy has been hailed a hero after his 911 call saved his parents from armed robbers. Japan protest over tuna ban plan Protests are being held in Japan over a proposed ban on international trade in Atlantic bluefin tuna.