VENEZUELAN President Hugo Chavez has urged soldiers to prepare for a guerrilla-style war against the United States, saying Washington is using psychological and economic warfare as part of an unconventional campaign aimed at derailing his government.

The only officer charged with crimes in the Abu Ghraib prisoner abuse scandal appeared in court today to face eight military charges including cruelty and maltreatment of detainees.

ONE of the alleged July 21 bombers has admitted making all the home-made devices, described in court yesterday as being as powerful as TNT or gelignite.

ROBBIE KEANE earned Spurs a place in the group stages of the UEFA Cup with a second-half winner at White Hart Lane.

One of O'Brien's talented two-year-olds, Necklace, is likely to lead his assault on Ascot's big meeting on Saturday.

Liam Gallagher's voice has recovered following a first-night glitch on Oasis's US tour.