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Strong 6.2 magnitude quake shakes Vanuatu Wednesday, September 8, 2010 @ 8:12AMSYDNEY, Sept 8, 2010 (AFP) - - A strong 6.
New Zealand quake loss could hit $4.5 billion: Modelers Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 9:58AMCHRISTCHURCH, New Zealand—The magnitude 7.1 earthquake that hit Christchurch on New Zealand’s South Island could result in insured losses between $1 billion and $4.5 billion according to catastrophe modeling companies AIR Worldwide Corp. and EQECAT Inc.
Butt, Akmal asked to hand over their mobile records Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 9:55AMLondon, Sep 7 : The International Cricket Council (ICC) has asked Pakistan cricketers Salman Butt and Kamran Akmal to hand over their mobile-phone-records during the Asia Cup as the two are suspected to be involved in another spot-fixing incident.
US-LIFE Summary Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 9:52AMNew application measures mobile phone radiation
New Zealand faces quake aftermath Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 9:49AMSYDNEY, Australia — New Zealand extended a state of emergency for the city of Christchurch on Monday following the weekend's earthquake.
Glaxo slides on Avandia woes in U.K. Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 9:47AMBOSTON (MarketWatch) -- Shares of GlaxoSmithKline PLC fell 2% to $38.47. According to Reuters, U.K. regulators have recommended removing Glaxo's controversial diabetes drug Avandia from the U.K. market over concerns it can aggravate heart problems in certain users. European regulators are scheduled to review Avandia's safety profile on Sept. 8, with a final decision expected by Sept. 23. Adding ...
Gillard Keeps Power by Ceding Ground to Australia Independents Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 9:42AMJulia Gillard held on to power as Australia’s first female prime minister after two independent lawmakers agreed to prop up a minority Labor Party government to resolve the country’s closest election in 70 years.
Downer flies north to claim its long overdue reward Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 9:42AMCollecting a $31 million bad debt that's eight years overdue is a top priority for Downer EDI, with two representatives of the engineering contractor yesterday winging their way to Port Moresby in an effort to extract payment from the Papua New Guinean Treasurer.
Asian markets mixed as profit-takers move in Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 9:41AMBy Danny McCord HONG KONG: Asian markets ended mixed today as traders took profits from a recent rally while a holiday in the United States meant Wall Street provided no strong pointers. The euro came under pressure after a report raised questions about recent stress tests on European banks. And in Australia weeks of political deadlock came to an end with Julia Gillard retaining the premiership ...
Walsh Sizes Up Next Deal as Iberia Merger Puts BA Back in Game Monday, September 6, 2010 @ 2:27AMWillie Walsh, chief executive officer of British Airways Plc, has caught the merger bug.
Walsh Sizes Up Next Deal as Iberia Merger Puts BA Back in Game Monday, September 6, 2010 @ 2:20AMNot satisfied with a takeover of Spain’s Iberia Lineas Aereas de Espana SA , Walsh says he’s seeking more deals to keep pace with rivals. The major hitch: preferred partners AMR Corp.
Paul Hogan - Hogans Rant At Australian Tax Officers Monday, September 6, 2010 @ 2:19AMActor PAUL HOGAN has launched a fresh attack on Australian tax officials after leaving the country amid an ongoing battle over alleged unpaid tax bills.The Crocodile...
Bonds weak ahead of RBA statement Monday, September 6, 2010 @ 2:19AMThe Australian debt market closed weaker following a quiet day of trade, as investors braced themselves for the RBA's monthly interest rate decision.
African climes a snug fit for SA, Vics Monday, September 6, 2010 @ 2:16AMThe man who lifted the inaugural Twenty20 Champions League trophy in India last year believes juicier South African conditions will aid another Australian success in the second edition.
Qantas looks at flights to Brazil Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 8:27AMQantas considers tapping into booming Brazilian economy by flying either to Sao Paulo or popular tourist destination of Rio de Janiero.
Revealed: How the 'spot-fixing' scandal unfolded Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 8:26AMThe skeletons continue to tumble out in the spot-fixing saga with British tabloid News of the World revealing details of the conversations between alleged fixer Mazhar Majeed and their undercover reporter during the sting operations.
RugbyU: Australia hooker banned for two weeks Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 8:11AMJOHANNESBURG, Sept 5, 2010 (AFP) - - Australia hooker Saia Fainga'a was banned for two weeks Sunday after a spear tackle on South Africa lock Flip van der Merwe during a Tri-Nations Test in Bloemfontein the previous evening.
Aussie hooker Fainga'a suspended Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 8:09AMAustralia hooker Saia Fainga'a has been handed a two-week suspension after being found guilty of a dangerous tackle against South Africa in the Tri Nations encounter in Bloemfontein. Related Stories Munster pass Aironi test Baxter delighted by opening win Goode sin-binning cost us - Venter Hanks not happy after draw Deans delighted by victory
Aussie hooker Fainga'a suspended Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 8:07AMAustralia hooker Saia Fainga'a has been handed a two-week suspension after being found guilty of a dangerous tackle against South Africa in the Tri Nations encounter in Bloemfontein. Related Stories Benetton Treviso claim debut win Baxter delighted by opening win Deans delighted by victory Hanks not happy after draw Goode sin-binning cost us - Venter
Australian man's face mauled by shark in Solomons Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 1:36AMAn Australian man was attacked by a shark which mauled his face and neck during a holiday in the South Pacific Solomon Islands, officials said on Friday.
Warne to launch branded poker rooms in Oz gambling kingpin Packer's Crown Casinos Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 1:35AMSydney, Sep 3 : Former Australian cricketer turned poker addict Shane Warne is set to open his own branded poker room at gambling kingpin James Packer's Crown Casinos in Melbourne.
Rugby-All Blacks' Tri-Nations form a World Cup boost - Snedden Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 1:33AMThe All Blacks' blend of raw power, pace and skill has not only won over fans, the media and opposition coaches, but has also been warmly welcomed by organisers of next year's rugby World Cup.
Group protests asylum seeker transfer Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 1:29AMA REFUGEE group says it's protesting against the removal of Darwin asylum seekers but also celebrating the latest boat arrival.
Stranded actor Paul Hogan strikes Australia tax deal Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 1:24AMSYDNEY, Sept 3 — Actor Paul Hogan, star of the “Crocodile Dundee” movies, has struck a deal with Australia’s tax office which will allow him to return home to his family in Los Angeles, his lawyer said today. Hogan, 70, has been barred from leaving Australia for nearly two weeks after the Australian Taxation Office served him with a ...
Simryn Gill: Gathering Opens at Gallery of Modern Art in Brisbane Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 1:13PMSimryn Gill, Throwback (detail) 2007 Interior parts of Tata truck, termite mound soil, river clay, laterite, seashells, fruit skins, leaves, bark and fibre, flowers, glue, resin, milk Michael Buxton Collection, Melbourne Photograph: Ines Agostinelli.
NRL: Warriors aim to represent whole nation Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 1:12PMThey will be hoping to capture the nation's attention and affection as they embark on another finals campaign - but just how New Zealand are the Warriors?Sure, they changed their name from Auckland almost a decade ago, but are...
Cricket: Aussie tour fair game for sceptics Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 1:11PMCricket is in a fix and has been for years. Now, the Lord's test that finished this week appears to have been added to the toll of infamy. In the wake of this latest scandal, the match between Australia and Pakistan at Sydney in January...
Penguins' Staal to miss start of training camp Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 1:10PMPittsburgh Penguins forward Jordan Staal will miss the beginning of training camp with a foot injury. Despite the ailment, Staal is expected to be ready for the regular season.
Qantas pilot tells passengers 'we're a tad busy up here' as plane explodes Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 12:53PMA pilot struck an understated tone after one of the engines in the Qantas plane he was flying exploded following take-off by telling passengers "we're a tad busy up here".
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Gillard warns of political gridlock as Labor takes lead again Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 5:40PMAustralian Prime Minister Julia Gillard today claimed her Labor party was best placed to run a stable minority government after the election dead heat, warning of political gridlock if a consensus cannot be found
AM Doha Time Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 5:32PMBetting scam allegations swirling around the Pakistan team are raising serious doubts over the ability of cricket’s global anti-corruption watchdog to snuff out problems blighting the game.
BHP, James Hardie, OneSteel, Santos, Woodside: Australian Equity Preview Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 5:31PMThe following is a list of companies whose shares may rise or fall in Australia. This preview includes news announced after markets closed yesterday. All prices are from yesterday’s close unless otherwise stated.
Maori Showband greats gather for awards Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 5:29PMEntertainers who made their mark on the music world during the Maori showband era will be reunited and recognised for the contribution to the music industry at next week’s National Waiata Maori Awards in Hawke’s Bay.
Cricket: Pakistan agency sends team to probe corruption Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 5:28PMISLAMABAD — Pakistan’s top crime investigative agency will send a team to Britain this week to probe corruption allegations against some of the country’s cricket players, a senior official said yesterday.
Alleged match-fixing kingpin arrested over money laundering Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 5:23PMThe man at the centre of the Pakistani cricket match fixing allegation has been arrested by British customs officers who are believed to be investigating a multi million pound money laundering operation.
Ponting fears Aussie heroics may be `tainted' Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 2:31AMAustralia captain Ricky Ponting, pictured, fears individual performances by his players will be "tainted" if match-fix allegations are proven.
Baird slams Colosimo for cheat claim Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 2:30AMPerth Glory's Michael Baird has lashed out at Melbourne Heart's Simon Colosimo for labelling him a cheat.
World & #39;at risk of double dip recession & #39; Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 2:29AMThere is a risk the world will fall into a double dip recession but its likelihood is hard to quantify, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) says.
Will not drop players without proof: PCB Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 2:25AMPCB chairman Ijaz Butt said that Pakistan will not suspend any players for alleged corruption without proof.
Pakistan agency sends team to probe corruption Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 2:25AMPakistan's top crime investigative agency will send a team to Britain this week to probe corruption allegations against some of the country's cricket players a senior official said Tuesday.
Not cricket Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 2:25AMCorruption allegations show extent and detail of fixing
MEMBER CENTER: Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 12:51PMQantas Freight launched courier and baggage delivery services under the new brand name Qantas Courier.
"Spiderman" climbs Sydney building into police net Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 12:42PMSYDNEY, (Reuters) - A French daredevil climber who has scaled skyscrapers around the world was arrested in Sydney on Monday after climbing a 57-story building and into the arms of waiting police.
'Spiderman' climbs Sydney building into police net Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 12:38PMA French daredevil climber who has scaled skyscrapers around the world was arrested in Sydney on Monday after climbing a 57-storey building and into the arms of waiting police.
Labor is losing mandate to govern Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 12:31PMTHE race to Canberra is drawing to an end as Opposition overtakes Labor by 1800 plus votes.
Patti says she warned Newton's girlfriend Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 12:16PMTHE troubled actor Matthew Newton is on suicide watch, according to his parents.
Asia Day Ahead: Sanofi-Aventis Offering $18.5 Billion in Cash for Genzyme Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 4:28PMThe following are the top Asia stories for the day.
Sasha Uzunov: Oz Commandos Pay Political Price? Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 4:13PMAustralian commandos involved in a botched raid which resulted in 5 civilian deaths in Afghanistan could face courts martial because of intense political pressure from the media, as www.scoop.co.nz warned last year.
David Jones harrassment case starts today Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 3:49PMThe A$37 million ($47 million) sexual harassment case against David Jones and its former chief executive, Mark McInnes, will have its first airing in court today, despite reports that a settlement was imminent.