And second, does it lessen the chances of a triggering of the withdrawal of oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve?

WHITEHOUSE: The White House

And it was strange that there was no place for the ban on genetically-modified contents in Asda's own-brand products, the government's announcement of right-to-roam legislation and withdrawal of soyabean oil breast-implants, or the extension for the Northern Ireland peace process.

BBC: By BBC News Online's Giles Wilson

What impact might the withdrawal of biofuels and higher oil prices have on food prices?

FORBES: Khosla Speaks

Earlier, Sudan said it has restarted pumping oil from Heglig, following the recent withdrawal of Southern Sudanese troops.

BBC: UN passes resolution threatening sanctions on Sudans