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US-Pakistan blockade deal nears conclusion

Wed, 16 May 2012 22:18:53 GMT

US hopes of reopening Pakistan's supply routes for the Afghanistan war ahead of next week's NATO summit are going down to the wire.

Gillard to attend NATO meeting in US

Wed, 16 May 2012 22:15:29 GMT

AUSTRALIA'S support for Afghanistan after the war winds down will be the PM's focus when she meets with world leaders for major summit.

Greens renew call for anti-corruption body

Wed, 16 May 2012 22:12:26 GMT

THE Australian Greens say a corruption watchdog should be set up to investigate expense claims made by politicians and their staff.

Breastfeeding halves SIDS risk

Wed, 16 May 2012 21:40:20 GMT

BREASTFEEDING halves the chances of a baby dying suddenly and unexpectedly, according to a child health group.

Terminator 3 actor reported missing

Wed, 16 May 2012 21:31:40 GMT

LOS Angeles authorities were searching today for Terminator 3 actor Nick Stahl, whose disappearance his wife fears is linked to possible drug use.

Market set to open lower

Wed, 16 May 2012 21:31:01 GMT

THE Australian market looks set to open lower following falls on US markets overnight and continued political uncertainty in Europe.

Dollar higher despite Greek woes

Wed, 16 May 2012 21:26:55 GMT

THE Australian dollar has moved back above 99 US cents despite a continuing slump in global stock markets, driven by fears Greece will exit the euro zone.

Study suggests 'gaydar' may really exist

Wed, 16 May 2012 20:56:49 GMT

A NEW study suggests there may really be such a thing as a "gaydar" which helps people intuitively know the sexuality of a stranger.

Supporters to meet over embassy's future

Wed, 16 May 2012 20:51:47 GMT

ABORIGINAL activists are expected to meet today to decide the future of a tent embassy in Brisbane's Musgrave Park.

Another man bashed in home invasion

Wed, 16 May 2012 20:48:17 GMT

TWO masked men have attacked a 63-year-old with a baseball bat as they forced their way into his Homebush West home, police said.