http://bigpondnews.com/rssfeed/ Latest BigNews articles. en Mon, 20 May 2013 15:23:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/Israel_calls_off_UNESCO_mission_873712.html Israel has announced it is calling off a United Nations investigative mission to the Old City in Jerusalem. Mon, 20 May 2013 13:35:04 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/Israel_calls_off_UNESCO_mission_873712.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/Melbournes_Hart_apologises_for_abuse_873710.html Melbourne Archbishop Denis Hart has taken responsibility for the sexual abuse of children by priests. Mon, 20 May 2013 13:31:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/Melbournes_Hart_apologises_for_abuse_873710.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/Customs_seize_drugs_worth_5bn_in_a_year_873708.html A new report has revealed a 154 per cent increase in illegal drugs seized by Australian customs last year. Mon, 20 May 2013 13:27:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/Customs_seize_drugs_worth_5bn_in_a_year_873708.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/Six_years_jail_for_evil_sex_ring_plot_873707.html A former teacher will serve more than six years in jail for plotting to set up a child sex ring in Thailand. Mon, 20 May 2013 13:23:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/Six_years_jail_for_evil_sex_ring_plot_873707.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/20/Fuel_tipped_to_rise_by_up_to_5_cents_873706.html Motorists have been warned to expect the price of petrol to rise by up to five cents over the coming weeks. Mon, 20 May 2013 13:19:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/20/Fuel_tipped_to_rise_by_up_to_5_cents_873706.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/20/Santos_Fletcher_Finucane_producing_oil_873705.html Santos says oil production has started ahead of schedule at its $490 million Fletcher Finucane project. Mon, 20 May 2013 13:19:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/20/Santos_Fletcher_Finucane_producing_oil_873705.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/20/Turner_exhibition_breaks_SA_records_873699.html An exhibition by JMW Turner has hit record attendance figures for the Art Gallery of South Australia. Mon, 20 May 2013 13:00:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/20/Turner_exhibition_breaks_SA_records_873699.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/20/Thickes_Blurred_Lines_holds_No1_spot_873698.html Singer Robin Thicke is having a second week on top of the ARIA singles charts with his track Blurred Lines. Mon, 20 May 2013 12:58:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/20/Thickes_Blurred_Lines_holds_No1_spot_873698.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/20/Actor_Penne_Hackforth-Jones_dies_at_64_873697.html Penne Hackforth-Jones, one of Australia's most recognisable actors, has died aged 64. Mon, 20 May 2013 12:58:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/20/Actor_Penne_Hackforth-Jones_dies_at_64_873697.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/20/Love_songs_top_Spotify_music_list_873696.html Spotify Australia has celebrated its first birthday by revealing the stats behind the nation's music habits. Mon, 20 May 2013 12:53:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/20/Love_songs_top_Spotify_music_list_873696.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/20/Star_Trek_stays_atop_Aussie_box_office_873695.html Star Trek Into Darkness has remained top of the Australian box office for a second consecutive weekend. Mon, 20 May 2013 12:53:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/20/Star_Trek_stays_atop_Aussie_box_office_873695.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/20/Yahoo_to_snap_up_Tumblr_for_US11bn_873679.html Yahoo! will reportedly purchase popular blogging platform Tumblr for $US1.1 billion. Mon, 20 May 2013 12:16:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/20/Yahoo_to_snap_up_Tumblr_for_US11bn_873679.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/Joyce_to_get_consular_support_in_UAE_873693.html Australia will support businessman Matthew Joyce as he appeals a 10-year jail sentence handed down in Dubai. Mon, 20 May 2013 11:40:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/Joyce_to_get_consular_support_in_UAE_873693.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/Manly_Storm_draw_10-10_in_golden_point_873691.html Melbourne and Manly have played out a 10-10 NRL draw after golden point failed to separate the arch-rivals. Mon, 20 May 2013 11:18:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/Manly_Storm_draw_10-10_in_golden_point_873691.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/Rudd_now_in_support_of_gay_marriage_873689.html Kevin Rudd has changed his mind on same sex marriage, now saying the federal parliament should legalise it. Mon, 20 May 2013 11:10:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/Rudd_now_in_support_of_gay_marriage_873689.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/20/Robot_reduces_GPS_to_millimetres_873688.html Samaritan owners will be able to pinpoint their locations with greater accuracy courtesy of a new robot. Mon, 20 May 2013 10:32:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/20/Robot_reduces_GPS_to_millimetres_873688.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/20/Digital_gambling_a_risk_for_young_people_873681.html An Adelaide university researcher has warned parents they need to become more vigilant about gambling games. Mon, 20 May 2013 10:09:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/20/Digital_gambling_a_risk_for_young_people_873681.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/20/Optus_rolls_out_4G_to_Canberra_873678.html Optus has expanded its 4G network to include Canberra, with the service expected to be available from June. Mon, 20 May 2013 09:10:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/20/Optus_rolls_out_4G_to_Canberra_873678.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/Warners_hearing_set_for_Wednesday_873677.html Batsman David Warner will learn his fate over his Twitter tirade when he fronts a hearing on Wednesday. Mon, 20 May 2013 09:06:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/Warners_hearing_set_for_Wednesday_873677.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/Folau_shocked_by_Wallabies_selection_873676.html Israel Folau was stunned by his selection in the Wallabies squad for the British and Irish Lions series. Mon, 20 May 2013 08:54:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/Folau_shocked_by_Wallabies_selection_873676.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/Tigers_bank_on_bonding_to_fix_NRL_season_873675.html Braith Anasta says the Wests Tigers are banking on team bonding to help turn around their dismal NRL season. Mon, 20 May 2013 08:45:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/Tigers_bank_on_bonding_to_fix_NRL_season_873675.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/Lions_duo_face_AFL_suspensions_873672.html Brisbane has lost Daniel Merrett and Justin Clarke to AFL suspensions following their win over Essendon. Mon, 20 May 2013 08:27:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/Lions_duo_face_AFL_suspensions_873672.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/Hopes_fading_in_Vic_paraglider_search_873667.html Vic police are losing hope of finding a paraglider alive, having suspended their search due to bad weather. Mon, 20 May 2013 08:07:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/Hopes_fading_in_Vic_paraglider_search_873667.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/NSW_prisoners_injured_after_van_rollover_873661.html A van full of prison inmates has overturned in the NSW Blue Mountains, injuring a number of people. Mon, 20 May 2013 07:59:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/NSW_prisoners_injured_after_van_rollover_873661.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/20/New_road_runway_in_Melb_Airport_plan_873666.html Melbourne Airport has released plans for expansion to help cope with a doubling in passenger numbers. Mon, 20 May 2013 07:59:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/20/New_road_runway_in_Melb_Airport_plan_873666.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/20/Decision_looms_over_Qld_reef_dredging_873665.html A decision on whether to build a 'mega port' for the Great Barrier Reef is set to be made within 40 days. Mon, 20 May 2013 07:59:29 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/20/Decision_looms_over_Qld_reef_dredging_873665.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/20/WA_EPA_backs_Pilbara_port_algae_farm_873664.html A planned iron ore port in WA's Pilbara region has been approved by the Environmental Protection Authority. Mon, 20 May 2013 07:59:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/20/WA_EPA_backs_Pilbara_port_algae_farm_873664.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/20/Leighton_not_worried_by_mining_downturn_873663.html Construction giant Leighton says it's not concerned about the recent woes of mining services companies. Mon, 20 May 2013 07:59:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/20/Leighton_not_worried_by_mining_downturn_873663.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/Vic_police_searching_for_fisherman_873662.html A boat belonging to a missing Victorian fisherman has been found but there is no sign of the man. Mon, 20 May 2013 07:59:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/Vic_police_searching_for_fisherman_873662.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/New_front_in_Australias_war_on_drugs_873657.html Crime fighters are concerned about synthetic drugs, with 23.8 tonnes of illicit substances seized last year. Mon, 20 May 2013 07:56:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/New_front_in_Australias_war_on_drugs_873657.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/20/Australian_stocks_close_higher_873660.html Australian stocks closed stronger, pushing above one per cent during the day. Mon, 20 May 2013 07:54:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/20/Australian_stocks_close_higher_873660.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/20/A_higher_but_trading_in_narrow_range_873659.html The Australian dollar is slightly firmer, after spending most of the past week in a downward spiral. Mon, 20 May 2013 07:52:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/20/A_higher_but_trading_in_narrow_range_873659.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/Gillard_steps_up_school_fund_lobbying_873655.html Labor and the coalition are battling to convince state leaders of the merits of their school funding plans. Mon, 20 May 2013 07:48:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/Gillard_steps_up_school_fund_lobbying_873655.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/20/Illegal_drug_lab_busts_on_the_rise_in_WA_873654.html The number of illegal drug labs detected in WA is the second highest in the country, a new report shows. Mon, 20 May 2013 07:46:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/20/Illegal_drug_lab_busts_on_the_rise_in_WA_873654.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/20/Illegal_drug_lab_busts_on_the_rise_in_WA_873652.html The number of illegal drug labs detected in WA is the second highest in the country, a new report shows. Mon, 20 May 2013 07:46:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/20/Illegal_drug_lab_busts_on_the_rise_in_WA_873652.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/20/Drug_row_led_to_stabbing_WA_jury_told_873651.html A man stabbed in the back and abandoned by a fellow drug user was without a pulse for 42 minutes. Mon, 20 May 2013 07:45:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/20/Drug_row_led_to_stabbing_WA_jury_told_873651.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/20/Drug_row_led_to_stabbing_WA_jury_told_873649.html A man stabbed in the back and abandoned by a fellow drug user was without a pulse for 42 minutes. Mon, 20 May 2013 07:44:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/20/Drug_row_led_to_stabbing_WA_jury_told_873649.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/20/Man_on_trial_for_abusing_WA_hostel_girls_873648.html An ex-hostel supervisor is on trial in Perth, charged with six counts of indecently dealing with two girls. Mon, 20 May 2013 07:43:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/20/Man_on_trial_for_abusing_WA_hostel_girls_873648.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/20/Man_on_trial_for_abusing_WA_hostel_girls_873646.html An ex-hostel supervisor is on trial in Perth, charged with six counts of indecently dealing with two girls. Mon, 20 May 2013 07:42:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/20/Man_on_trial_for_abusing_WA_hostel_girls_873646.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/20/Prisoners_injured_after_NSW_van_rollover_873644.html A van full of prison inmates has overturned in the NSW Blue Mountains, injuring a number of people. Mon, 20 May 2013 07:39:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/20/Prisoners_injured_after_NSW_van_rollover_873644.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/20/Argument_over_pet_dog_led_to_mans_death_873642.html A GC teenager and his sister were arguing over a pet dog when the car they were in struck a bystander. Mon, 20 May 2013 07:38:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/20/Argument_over_pet_dog_led_to_mans_death_873642.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/20/SPI_data_limited_on_Black_Saturday_873641.html A former engineer at the company blamed for the Black Saturday bushfire has spoken to the Vic Supreme Court. Mon, 20 May 2013 07:32:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/20/SPI_data_limited_on_Black_Saturday_873641.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/20/Elderly_man_victim_of_vicious_attack_873638.html An elderly man found dead in his Victorian home was subjected to a 'vicious and frenzied attack'. Mon, 20 May 2013 07:28:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/20/Elderly_man_victim_of_vicious_attack_873638.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/20/Elderly_man_victim_of_vicious_attack_873636.html An elderly man found dead in his Victorian home was subjected to a 'vicious and frenzied attack'. Mon, 20 May 2013 07:28:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/20/Elderly_man_victim_of_vicious_attack_873636.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/20/Vic_paraglider_enjoyed_flight_and_faith_873635.html An experienced paraglider who died during a tandem flight was known as 'the flying pastor'. Mon, 20 May 2013 07:25:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/20/Vic_paraglider_enjoyed_flight_and_faith_873635.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/20/Trio_plead_not_guilty_to_killing_tourist_873634.html Two men and a teenager have pleaded not guilty to the manslaughter of a Dutch tourist in a pub carpark. Mon, 20 May 2013 07:20:30 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/20/Trio_plead_not_guilty_to_killing_tourist_873634.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/20/Grief_counsellor_jailed_for_sex_crimes_873633.html A grief counsellor who sexually abused two teenage boys decades ago has been jailed in Adelaide. Mon, 20 May 2013 07:20:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/20/Grief_counsellor_jailed_for_sex_crimes_873633.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/20/SA_to_ban_live_sports_betting_ads_on_TV_873630.html South Australian television will no longer show advertising for live odds betting during sports broadcasts. Mon, 20 May 2013 07:19:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/20/SA_to_ban_live_sports_betting_ads_on_TV_873630.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/20/Grief_counsellor_jailed_for_sex_crimes_873628.html A grief counsellor who sexually abused two teenage boys decades ago has been jailed in Adelaide. Mon, 20 May 2013 07:18:27 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/20/Grief_counsellor_jailed_for_sex_crimes_873628.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/20/Trio_plead_not_guilty_to_killing_tourist_873626.html Two men and a teenager have pleaded not guilty to the manslaughter of a Dutch tourist in a pub carpark. Mon, 20 May 2013 07:16:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/20/Trio_plead_not_guilty_to_killing_tourist_873626.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/20/Small_business_in_a_fragile_state_-_ACCI_873625.html A new survey by the ACCI has revealed the small business sector remains in a fragile state. Mon, 20 May 2013 07:06:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/20/Small_business_in_a_fragile_state_-_ACCI_873625.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/20/Australian_shares_close_firmer_873623.html The Australian share market has closed firmer with the big banks and BHP Billiton helping to lead the way. Mon, 20 May 2013 06:35:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/20/Australian_shares_close_firmer_873623.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/Catholic_Church_slow_to_act_on_abuse_873620.html Melbourne Archbishop Denis Hart admits the Catholic Church has been slow to act on issues of abuse. Mon, 20 May 2013 06:29:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/Catholic_Church_slow_to_act_on_abuse_873620.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/Merrick_ready_to_turn_Phoenix_round_873616.html Merrick is confident of 'turning things around' after signing a two-year deal with Wellington Phoenix. Mon, 20 May 2013 06:13:58 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/Merrick_ready_to_turn_Phoenix_round_873616.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/Watters_insists_Saints_are_on_track_873615.html Scott Watters believes St Kilda are on the right path to success despite Sunday's 40-point loss to Adelaide. Mon, 20 May 2013 06:01:24 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/Watters_insists_Saints_are_on_track_873615.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/Inu_Taylor_facing_NRL_suspensions_873614.html Canterbury's Krisnan Inu has been hit with a dangerous contact charge by the NRL match review committee. Mon, 20 May 2013 05:51:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/Inu_Taylor_facing_NRL_suspensions_873614.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/20/China_shares_up_slightly_in_early_trade_873596.html Chinese shares are up slightly in early trading due to buying of property stocks. Mon, 20 May 2013 05:39:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/20/China_shares_up_slightly_in_early_trade_873596.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/20/Tasmania_to_boost_education_funding_873610.html Tasmania's Minister for Education has revealed details of a plan to improve education in regional areas. Mon, 20 May 2013 05:15:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/20/Tasmania_to_boost_education_funding_873610.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/Waterhouses_50_million_NRL_deal_dead_873608.html Bookmaker Tom Waterhouse's bid to become the NRL sports betting sponsor is reportedly dead in the water. Mon, 20 May 2013 04:51:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/Waterhouses_50_million_NRL_deal_dead_873608.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/20/GPT_sells_Erina_Fair_stake_873602.html Property owner GPT Group has sold its 50% stake in the Erina Fair shopping centre on the NSW central coast. Mon, 20 May 2013 04:28:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/20/GPT_sells_Erina_Fair_stake_873602.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/20/Leighton_to_renew_its_board_873601.html Construction giant Leighton plans to name new board members within weeks after an upheaval earlier this year Mon, 20 May 2013 04:28:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/20/Leighton_to_renew_its_board_873601.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/20/Super-rich_in_a_class_war_says_ALP_VP_873600.html A senior Labor Party member says a coalition victory would be a huge boost for the rich. Mon, 20 May 2013 03:48:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/20/Super-rich_in_a_class_war_says_ALP_VP_873600.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/20/Dollars_fall_a_welcome_relief_873598.html The ACCI has welcomed the Australian dollar's fall below parity against the US currency. Mon, 20 May 2013 03:38:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/20/Dollars_fall_a_welcome_relief_873598.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/20/Small_business_conditions_remain_fragile_873597.html The ACCI says small businesses are still doing it tough, with the budget doing little to lift confidence. Mon, 20 May 2013 03:38:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/20/Small_business_conditions_remain_fragile_873597.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/20/Two_men_guilty_over_shooting_death_873595.html Two men have been found guilty over the shooting death of a man at a Melbourne panelbeaters. Mon, 20 May 2013 03:20:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/20/Two_men_guilty_over_shooting_death_873595.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/20/Greens_reject_carbon_tax_repeal_claim_873593.html Greens leader Christine Milne says the party and its voters will stand firm against a carbon tax repeal. Mon, 20 May 2013 03:12:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/20/Greens_reject_carbon_tax_repeal_claim_873593.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/20/Compensation_scheme_spark_UN_complaint_873592.html Groups have complained to the UN about proposed changes to the NSW victims compensation scheme. Mon, 20 May 2013 03:06:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/20/Compensation_scheme_spark_UN_complaint_873592.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/S_Koreas_Bae_captures_first_PGA_title_873583.html Bae Sang-Moon has won his first US PGA title, taking out the Byron Nelson Championship. Mon, 20 May 2013 03:02:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/S_Koreas_Bae_captures_first_PGA_title_873583.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/20/Australian_stocks_higher_at_noon_873590.html Australian stocks are firmer at noon, with the banks and miners leading the broader market higher. Mon, 20 May 2013 02:46:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/20/Australian_stocks_higher_at_noon_873590.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/20/Australian_dollar_taking_a_breather_873589.html The Australian dollar has paused for a breather after spending more than a week in freefall. Mon, 20 May 2013 02:44:40 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/20/Australian_dollar_taking_a_breather_873589.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/Folau_shocked_by_Wallabies_selection_873588.html Israel Folau says he was stunned by his selection in the Wallabies squad. Mon, 20 May 2013 02:37:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/Folau_shocked_by_Wallabies_selection_873588.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/Lennon_backs_weary_Celtic_for_Cup_final_873587.html Celtic manager Neil Lennon says his players are ready for next Sunday's Scottish Cup final Mon, 20 May 2013 02:35:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/Lennon_backs_weary_Celtic_for_Cup_final_873587.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/Coach_not_concerned_about_Titans_temper_873586.html Gold Coast coach John Cartwright says his club's ill-tempered display against Brisbane was a one-off. Mon, 20 May 2013 02:30:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/Coach_not_concerned_about_Titans_temper_873586.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/Whincup_wins_to_extend_V8_title_lead_873584.html Holden's Jamie Whincup has won three of four races, and placed third in the other at the V8 event in the US. Mon, 20 May 2013 02:14:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/Whincup_wins_to_extend_V8_title_lead_873584.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/Merrick_named_new_Phoenix_coach_873581.html Ernie Merrick is the new coach of the Wellington Phoenix. Mon, 20 May 2013 02:01:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/Merrick_named_new_Phoenix_coach_873581.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/20/Tokyo_stocks_open_up_081_873580.html Tokyo stocks have opened higher, buoyed by a weaker yen and gains in US and overseas stock markets. Mon, 20 May 2013 01:59:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/20/Tokyo_stocks_open_up_081_873580.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/Qld_family_waits_for_son_to_wake_873574.html The family of a five-year-old Qld boy wait in hope for the 'little mate' to wake from his coma. Mon, 20 May 2013 01:55:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/Qld_family_waits_for_son_to_wake_873574.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/20/Poisoned_Qld_girl_waits_for_blood_test_873579.html Lawyers may have to wait up to three months for the results of blood tests on Qld girl allegedly poisoned. Mon, 20 May 2013 01:54:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/20/Poisoned_Qld_girl_waits_for_blood_test_873579.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/20/Three_elderly_people_die_on_WA_roads_873578.html Three elderly West Australians have died in separate crashes within moments of each other. Mon, 20 May 2013 01:54:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/20/Three_elderly_people_die_on_WA_roads_873578.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/20/Two_jewellers_robbed_in_Sydneys_west_873577.html Police are searching for two armed bandits who stole cash and jewellery from two men in Sydney's west. Mon, 20 May 2013 01:54:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/20/Two_jewellers_robbed_in_Sydneys_west_873577.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/20/Teen_assaulted_with_bat_in_Sydney_home_873576.html A 13-year-old boy has been assaulted with a baseball bat while he was home alone in Sydney's south west. Mon, 20 May 2013 01:54:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/20/Teen_assaulted_with_bat_in_Sydney_home_873576.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/Paraglider_search_continues_in_Victoria_873573.html Vic police have resumed their search for a second man who went missing during a paragliding lesson. Mon, 20 May 2013 01:40:24 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/Paraglider_search_continues_in_Victoria_873573.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/More_hormones_steroids_being_seized_873572.html A new report reveals more performance and image-enhancing drugs are being seized in customs. Mon, 20 May 2013 01:35:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/More_hormones_steroids_being_seized_873572.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/20/Aust_stocks_higher_after_Wall_St_record_873570.html The Australian share market is higher as another Wall Street record buoys mining and banking stocks. Mon, 20 May 2013 01:23:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/20/Aust_stocks_higher_after_Wall_St_record_873570.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/Polls_show_split_on_PM_support_873568.html The latest Newspoll shows a majority of Australians appear to be divided about who should be PM. Mon, 20 May 2013 01:06:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/Polls_show_split_on_PM_support_873568.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/20/Palliative_care_access_difficult_873538.html A survey shows Australians have found it tough accessing palliative care services for loved ones. Mon, 20 May 2013 00:30:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/20/Palliative_care_access_difficult_873538.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/20/NZ_falls_further_against_Greenback_873542.html The NZ dollar dropped to an eight-and-a-half-month low on optimism and improving economic outlook in the US. Mon, 20 May 2013 00:29:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/20/NZ_falls_further_against_Greenback_873542.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Environment/2013/05/20/Dire_outlook_despite_warming_pause_873565.html A global warming pause over the past decade may invalidate some harsh climate change predictions. Mon, 20 May 2013 00:27:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Environment/2013/05/20/Dire_outlook_despite_warming_pause_873565.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/Ferguson_bows_out_as_Man_United_draw_5-5_873564.html Alex Ferguson signed off as ManU manager with a 5-5 draw at West Brom in his 1,500th and final game. Mon, 20 May 2013 00:25:24 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/Ferguson_bows_out_as_Man_United_draw_5-5_873564.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/Coulthard_wins_but_faces_post-race_probe_873551.html Holden driver Fabian Coulthard has won the third of four races at the V8 Supercars event in the US. Mon, 20 May 2013 00:24:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/Coulthard_wins_but_faces_post-race_probe_873551.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/20/Labor_totally_opposed_to_GST_changes_873561.html Trade Minister Craig Emerson says Labor is 'totally opposed' to increasing or broadening the GST. Sun, 19 May 2013 23:52:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/20/Labor_totally_opposed_to_GST_changes_873561.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/20/Ameristralia_campaign_set_for_failure_873559.html A campaign to create Ameristralia, a merger of Australia and the US to form one nation, is doomed to fail. Sun, 19 May 2013 23:47:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/20/Ameristralia_campaign_set_for_failure_873559.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/20/Sleep_problems_an_Alzheimers_warning_873558.html Breathing difficulties during sleep may be an early warning sign of future Alzheimer's disease. Sun, 19 May 2013 23:44:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/20/Sleep_problems_an_Alzheimers_warning_873558.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/20/Many_new_mums_face_mental_illness_873557.html Research suggests thousands of Australian babies are being born to mums with mental health problems. Sun, 19 May 2013 23:44:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/20/Many_new_mums_face_mental_illness_873557.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/20/Bangladesh_calls_month_ban_on_rallies_873532.html Bangladeshi authorities have announced a one-month ban on political rallies after Cyclone Mahasen. Sun, 19 May 2013 22:52:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/20/Bangladesh_calls_month_ban_on_rallies_873532.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/20/A_higher_after_Wall_St_rallies_873550.html The Australian dollar is slightly higher, but has failed to make any significant gains. Sun, 19 May 2013 22:50:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/20/A_higher_after_Wall_St_rallies_873550.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/20/At_least_four_police_killed_in_unrest_873549.html Gunmen have attacked a police station and set fire to an army position in the Iraqi town of Rawa. Sun, 19 May 2013 22:49:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/20/At_least_four_police_killed_in_unrest_873549.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/20/Indonesia_mine_toll_rises_to_nine_873548.html Rescuers have recovered the bodies of more workers from a collapsed underground room at an Indonesian mine. Sun, 19 May 2013 22:48:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/20/Indonesia_mine_toll_rises_to_nine_873548.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/20/North_Korea_escalation_worries_UN_chief_873547.html UN chief Ban Ki-moon has warned of a dangerous escalation after Nth Korea test-fired a short-range missile. Sun, 19 May 2013 22:46:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/20/North_Korea_escalation_worries_UN_chief_873547.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/Boy_woman_injured_in_Qld_house_blast_873546.html A seven-year-old boy and a woman have been burned in an explosion at a home in Toowoomba. Sun, 19 May 2013 22:43:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/Boy_woman_injured_in_Qld_house_blast_873546.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/20/Boy_fights_for_life_after_ride_accident_873545.html A five-year-old boy is fighting for his life after an horrific accident at a school fete Sun, 19 May 2013 22:40:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/20/Boy_fights_for_life_after_ride_accident_873545.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/20/Australian_market_set_to_open_higher_873544.html The Australian market looks set to open higher after Wall Street again set new records. Sun, 19 May 2013 22:39:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/20/Australian_market_set_to_open_higher_873544.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/20/Former_minister_Eddie_Obeid_to_sue_ALP_873543.html Former NSW MP Eddie Obeid is trying to head off expulsion from the Labor Party by calling in the lawyers. Sun, 19 May 2013 22:39:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/20/Former_minister_Eddie_Obeid_to_sue_ALP_873543.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/20/Search_for_missing_paraglider_continues_873541.html The full-scale search for a missing paraglider in Victoria's southwest will resume today. Sun, 19 May 2013 22:38:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/20/Search_for_missing_paraglider_continues_873541.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/20/Vic_third_runway_to_impact_on_3000_homes_873540.html Melbourne Airport's proposed third runway will put more than 3,000 homes under the new flight path. Sun, 19 May 2013 22:36:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/20/Vic_third_runway_to_impact_on_3000_homes_873540.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/20/Labor_opposes_GST_changes_says_Emerson_873537.html Trade Minister Craig Emerson says Federal Labor is 'totally opposed' to increasing the rate of the GST. Sun, 19 May 2013 22:26:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/20/Labor_opposes_GST_changes_says_Emerson_873537.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/20/Iran_hangs_two_men_convicted_of_spying_873536.html Iran has reportedly hanged two men convicted of spying for the CIA and Israel's Mossad. Sun, 19 May 2013 22:03:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/20/Iran_hangs_two_men_convicted_of_spying_873536.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/20/Gas_explosion_rips_through_UK_home_873533.html Five people have been injured after a suspected gas blast which ripped through a house in central England. Sun, 19 May 2013 21:53:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/20/Gas_explosion_rips_through_UK_home_873533.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/20/UK_MPs_in_line_for_major_pay_rise_873531.html British MPs are in line for a dramatic pay rise in a move that could spark public fury. Sun, 19 May 2013 21:49:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/20/UK_MPs_in_line_for_major_pay_rise_873531.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/Hondas_Pedrosa_wins_French_MotoGP_873528.html Honda's Dani Pedrosa won the French MotoGP at Le Mans to take the lead in world championship standings. Sun, 19 May 2013 21:44:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/Hondas_Pedrosa_wins_French_MotoGP_873528.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/Nibali_retains_Giro_lead_over_Evans_873527.html Vincenzo Nibali maintained his lead over Cadel Evans after the 15th stage of the Giro d'Italia. Sun, 19 May 2013 21:27:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/Nibali_retains_Giro_lead_over_Evans_873527.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/Five_hurt_in_gas_explosion_in_UK_home_873526.html Five people have been injured after a suspected gas blast which ripped through a house in central England. Sun, 19 May 2013 21:19:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/Five_hurt_in_gas_explosion_in_UK_home_873526.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/Pakistan_killing_overshadows_poll_873516.html The death of a female Pakistani politician has overshadowed a partial re-run election in Karachi. Sun, 19 May 2013 21:19:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/Pakistan_killing_overshadows_poll_873516.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/Child_critical_after_ride_accident_873513.html A five-year-old boy is fighting for his life after an horrific accident at a school fete Sun, 19 May 2013 21:18:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/Child_critical_after_ride_accident_873513.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/20/Yahoo_to_buy_Tumblr_for_US11bn_873520.html Yahoo! will reportedly purchase popular blogging platform Tumblr for $US1.1 billion. Sun, 19 May 2013 20:57:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/20/Yahoo_to_buy_Tumblr_for_US11bn_873520.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/20/Obama_touts_second_term_agenda_873519.html US President Barack Obama touted his second term agenda, in a rousing speech to graduating college students. Sun, 19 May 2013 20:52:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/20/Obama_touts_second_term_agenda_873519.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/Man_killed_in_UK_plane_crash_873510.html A man has died and two others remain in a critical condition after a light aircraft crash in Wales. Sun, 19 May 2013 20:19:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/Man_killed_in_UK_plane_crash_873510.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/Serena_thrashes_Azarenka_to_win_in_Rome_873504.html Serena Williams swept Victoria Azarenka aside 6-1 6-3 to win her second Rome Open title Sun, 19 May 2013 20:16:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/Serena_thrashes_Azarenka_to_win_in_Rome_873504.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/Broad_best_as_England_thrash_NZ_873506.html England thrashed New Zealand with a 170-run first Test win at Lord's. Sun, 19 May 2013 20:15:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/Broad_best_as_England_thrash_NZ_873506.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/Denmark_wins_Eurovision_Song_Contest_873481.html Emmelie de Forest has won Eurovision for Denmark, beating 25 other finalists in Sweden. Sun, 19 May 2013 20:15:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/Denmark_wins_Eurovision_Song_Contest_873481.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/Attacks_kill_10_police_in_Afghanistan_873509.html Officials say Taliban attacks have killed at least ten Afghan police. Sun, 19 May 2013 20:11:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/Attacks_kill_10_police_in_Afghanistan_873509.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/UK_man_admits_killing_his_two_children_873508.html A 48-year-old Briton, locked in a bitter custody battle in France, has confessed to killing his two children Sun, 19 May 2013 20:11:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/UK_man_admits_killing_his_two_children_873508.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/One_dead_in_Tunisia_clashes_873507.html At least one person is dead after police clashed with an Islamist group over a banned rally in Tunisia. Sun, 19 May 2013 20:10:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/One_dead_in_Tunisia_clashes_873507.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/McDowell_wins_World_Match_Play_title_873505.html Graeme McDowell defeated Thongchai Jaidee 2 & 1 in the final of the World Match Play Championship. Sun, 19 May 2013 20:00:04 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/McDowell_wins_World_Match_Play_title_873505.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/20/Voters_cant_decide_on_preferred_PM_873501.html Two new polls show Julia Gillard and Tony Abbott are on par as preferred prime minister. Sun, 19 May 2013 19:45:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/20/Voters_cant_decide_on_preferred_PM_873501.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/20/Labor_going_nowhere_in_latest_poll_873503.html The latest Newspoll suggests the opinions of Australian voters are now entrenched despite budget promises. Sun, 19 May 2013 19:33:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/20/Labor_going_nowhere_in_latest_poll_873503.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/Wilkinson_named_Europes_best_in_rugby_873502.html England rugby legend Jonny Wilkinson has been named European player of the year Sun, 19 May 2013 19:27:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/Wilkinson_named_Europes_best_in_rugby_873502.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/Child_critical_after_ride_accident_873491.html A five-year-old boy is fighting for his life after an horrific accident at a school fete Sun, 19 May 2013 19:20:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/Child_critical_after_ride_accident_873491.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/Search_for_missing_paraglider_resumes_873490.html The full-scale search for a missing paraglider in Victoria's southwest will resume today. Sun, 19 May 2013 19:20:04 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/Search_for_missing_paraglider_resumes_873490.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/Nadal_beats_Federer_to_win_Rome_Masters_873500.html Rafael Nadal dominated his 30th meeting with rival Roger Federer 6-1 6-3 at the Rome Masters. Sun, 19 May 2013 19:16:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/Nadal_beats_Federer_to_win_Rome_Masters_873500.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/20/Low_rates_not_enough_for_NAB_customers_873499.html Offering lower interest rates than competitors has done little to lift NAB's customer satisfaction rating. Sun, 19 May 2013 19:16:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/20/Low_rates_not_enough_for_NAB_customers_873499.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/Arsenal_seal_Champions_League_berth_873492.html Arsenal won the race for fourth place in the Premier League with a 1-0 victory at Newcastle. Sun, 19 May 2013 19:08:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/Arsenal_seal_Champions_League_berth_873492.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/Labor_going_nowhere_in_latest_Newspoll_873489.html The latest Newspoll suggests the opinions of Australian voters are now entrenched despite budget promises. Sun, 19 May 2013 18:44:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/Labor_going_nowhere_in_latest_Newspoll_873489.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/Eddie_Obeid_to_sue_ALP_over_explusion_873488.html Former NSW MP Eddie Obeid is trying to head off expulsion from the Labor Party by calling in the lawyers. Sun, 19 May 2013 18:40:27 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/20/Eddie_Obeid_to_sue_ALP_over_explusion_873488.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/England_thrash_NZ_in_first_Test_at_Lords_873486.html England has bowled New Zealand out for 68 to claim a 170 run win on day four of the first Test at Lords. Sun, 19 May 2013 14:48:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/20/England_thrash_NZ_in_first_Test_at_Lords_873486.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/19/Poll_puts_Gillard_on_par_with_Abbott_873480.html A new Fairfax/Nielsen poll has Julia Gillard and Tony Abbott neck-and-neck on 46 per cent as preferred PM. Sun, 19 May 2013 13:48:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/19/Poll_puts_Gillard_on_par_with_Abbott_873480.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Rural/2013/05/19/Qld_minister_wants_answers_to_cow_deaths_873478.html Queensland government workers responsible for the deaths of 46 cows could face prosecution. Sun, 19 May 2013 13:30:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Rural/2013/05/19/Qld_minister_wants_answers_to_cow_deaths_873478.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/19/Rolf_Harris_performs_in_Bristol_873474.html Rolf Harris thanked his fans for their support during his first live performance in the UK since his arrest. Sun, 19 May 2013 13:12:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/19/Rolf_Harris_performs_in_Bristol_873474.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/19/N_Korea_tests_another_missile_873473.html North Korea has test-fired a short-range missile, its fourth in two days, an official from Seoul says. Sun, 19 May 2013 13:11:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/19/N_Korea_tests_another_missile_873473.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/19/Google_boss_defends_British_tax_affairs_873469.html Google's executive chairman Eric Schmidt has defended the US internet giant's tax arrangements. Sun, 19 May 2013 13:05:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/19/Google_boss_defends_British_tax_affairs_873469.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/19/Microsoft_to_announce_new_Xbox_873468.html Microsoft looks set to announce the successor to the Xbox 360 video game console next week. Sun, 19 May 2013 13:02:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/19/Microsoft_to_announce_new_Xbox_873468.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/19/Search_suspended_for_paraglider_873466.html The search for a second missing paraglider in Victoria's southwest has been suspended until Monday. Sun, 19 May 2013 12:11:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/19/Search_suspended_for_paraglider_873466.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/19/Ferris_wheel_fall_leaves_boy_in_hospital_873465.html A five-year-old boy is fighting for life after falling off a ferris wheel at a school fete in Queensland. Sun, 19 May 2013 12:09:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/19/Ferris_wheel_fall_leaves_boy_in_hospital_873465.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Coach_says_Blues_still_have_work_to_do_873464.html Coach Mick Malthouse says Carlton still has work to do after their 18-point win over Port Adelaide. Sun, 19 May 2013 11:40:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Coach_says_Blues_still_have_work_to_do_873464.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/19/Bangladesh_has_one-month_ban_on_rallies_873462.html Bangladesh authorities have called for a one-month ban on political rallies to focus on cyclone clean-up. Sun, 19 May 2013 11:24:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/19/Bangladesh_has_one-month_ban_on_rallies_873462.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Fever_beat_Tactix_to_stay_near_top_four_873461.html The West Coast Fever has snapped a three-match losing run with a 64-55 win over the lowly Tactix in NZ. Sun, 19 May 2013 11:17:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Fever_beat_Tactix_to_stay_near_top_four_873461.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/19/Search_continues_for_missing_snorkeler_873458.html WA police are yet to decide to whether to suspend the search for a snorkeler still missing near Coral Bay. Sun, 19 May 2013 09:50:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/19/Search_continues_for_missing_snorkeler_873458.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Crows_swoop_to_40-point_win_over_Saints_873457.html Adelaide has beaten St Kilda by 40 points in their AFL clash at AAMI stadium. Sun, 19 May 2013 09:46:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Crows_swoop_to_40-point_win_over_Saints_873457.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/19/N_Korea_reportedly_tests_another_missile_873456.html North Korea has test-fired a short-range missile, its fourth in two days, an official from Seoul says. Sun, 19 May 2013 09:38:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/19/N_Korea_reportedly_tests_another_missile_873456.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/19/Budget_plans_puts_pressure_on_Coalition_873455.html Barry O'Farrell's calls for GST to 'be on the table' has put pressure on the Coalition's tax white paper. Sun, 19 May 2013 09:26:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/19/Budget_plans_puts_pressure_on_Coalition_873455.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/19/Paragliders_body_found_off_Vic_coast_873453.html Police believe they have found the body of one of two paragliders who went missing off Victoria's coast. Sun, 19 May 2013 09:25:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/19/Paragliders_body_found_off_Vic_coast_873453.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Richmond_stay_in_AFL_top_eight_873449.html Richmond remains in the AFL's top eight with a hard-fought 34-point win over Melbourne at the MCG. Sun, 19 May 2013 08:51:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Richmond_stay_in_AFL_top_eight_873449.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Knights_thrash_the_Bulldogs_in_NRL_873448.html The Knights have ended their recent slump with a convincing 44-8 win over the Bulldogs at Hunter Stadium. Sun, 19 May 2013 08:47:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Knights_thrash_the_Bulldogs_in_NRL_873448.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Sharks_beat_Raiders_in_tense_NRL_match_873447.html The Cronulla Sharks have continued their winning form beating Canberra 30-20 in a tense NRL game in Sydney. Sun, 19 May 2013 08:42:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Sharks_beat_Raiders_in_tense_NRL_match_873447.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Vixens_suffer_first_trans-Tasman_loss_873444.html The Melbourne Vixen's have had their first trans-Tasman loss this year going down to the Firebirds 57-46. Sun, 19 May 2013 08:24:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Vixens_suffer_first_trans-Tasman_loss_873444.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Thunderbirds_down_Swifts_by_two_goals_873443.html The Adelaide Thunderbirds have defeated the NSW Swifts 50-48 in their trans-Tasman netball clash at home. Sun, 19 May 2013 08:21:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Thunderbirds_down_Swifts_by_two_goals_873443.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/19/NY_shooting_labeled_gay_hate_crime_873442.html A gunman issued homophobic slurs before fatally shooting a man on a crowded Manhattan street, police say. Sun, 19 May 2013 08:17:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/19/NY_shooting_labeled_gay_hate_crime_873442.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/19/Fatal_NY_shooting_labeled_hate_crime_873441.html A gunman issued homophobic slurs before fatally shooting a man on a crowded Manhattan street, police say. Sun, 19 May 2013 08:16:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/19/Fatal_NY_shooting_labeled_hate_crime_873441.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/19/Search_continues_for_missing_snorkeller_873440.html The search continues for Rob Shugg four days after he disappeared and his wife died while snorkelling in WA. Sun, 19 May 2013 08:11:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/19/Search_continues_for_missing_snorkeller_873440.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Richmond_prove_too_good_for_Melbourne_873439.html Richmond has proved good for Melbourne beating them 15.16.106 to 11.6.72 in their AFL game at the MCG. Sun, 19 May 2013 08:09:40 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Richmond_prove_too_good_for_Melbourne_873439.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Dugan_eyes_Origin_return_873412.html Josh Dugan shapes as a State of Origin wildcard for NSW coach Laurie Daley. Sun, 19 May 2013 08:08:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Dugan_eyes_Origin_return_873412.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Carlton_down_a_disappoing_Adelaide_873438.html Carlton have beaten Port Adelaide 16.13 (109) to 14.7 (91) in their AFL clash at Etihad Stadium. Sun, 19 May 2013 08:03:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Carlton_down_a_disappoing_Adelaide_873438.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/19/Albanese_calls_on_Barnett_to_deliver_873436.html Anthony Albanese has bluntly told WA Premier Colin Barnett it is time to act on his election promises. Sun, 19 May 2013 08:03:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/19/Albanese_calls_on_Barnett_to_deliver_873436.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/19/Gillard_backs_Bracks_for_US_job_873435.html Julia Gillard has defended the appointment of Steve Bracks as Australia's next consul-general in New York. Sun, 19 May 2013 07:59:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/19/Gillard_backs_Bracks_for_US_job_873435.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/19/Westpac_drops_fixed_rate_873434.html Westpac has dropped its one year fixed home loan rate for new customers to 4.79 per cent. Sun, 19 May 2013 07:55:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/19/Westpac_drops_fixed_rate_873434.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/19/Thousands_join_Rome_anti-austerity_march_873433.html Thousands of Italians have joined an anti-austerity march in Rome as unemployment continues to rise. Sun, 19 May 2013 07:54:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/19/Thousands_join_Rome_anti-austerity_march_873433.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Phelps_throws_cold_water_on_Rio_comeback_873413.html Olympic champion Michael Phelps has dismissed rumors of a return to swimming for the Rio Games in 2016. Sun, 19 May 2013 07:53:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Phelps_throws_cold_water_on_Rio_comeback_873413.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/19/Broken_rail_eyed_in_US_train_crash_873428.html Officials have described a devastating scene where two trains packed with commuters collided in Connecticut. Sun, 19 May 2013 07:49:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/19/Broken_rail_eyed_in_US_train_crash_873428.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/19/GST_hike_on_the_table_for_coalition_873426.html Barry O'Farrell has said changes to the GST should be included in Tony Abbott's proposed tax review. Sun, 19 May 2013 07:39:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/19/GST_hike_on_the_table_for_coalition_873426.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/19/Rolf_Harris_takes_stage_in_Bristol_873425.html Rolf Harris thanked his fans for their support during his first live performance in the UK since his arrest. Sun, 19 May 2013 07:35:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/19/Rolf_Harris_takes_stage_in_Bristol_873425.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/19/Pakistan_politician_gunned_down_873424.html Gunmen have killed a Pakistani politician from Imran Khan's party in the southern port city of Karachi. Sun, 19 May 2013 07:35:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/19/Pakistan_politician_gunned_down_873424.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/19/PM_outlines_145bn_in_school_funding_873423.html The PM has released new analysis showing Australian schools will receive an extra $14.5bn under Labor. Sun, 19 May 2013 07:26:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/19/PM_outlines_145bn_in_school_funding_873423.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/19/Vic_man_accidentally_shot_in_face_873421.html A Victorian man is in a serious but stable condition after a gun accidentally discharged in his face. Sun, 19 May 2013 07:17:04 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/19/Vic_man_accidentally_shot_in_face_873421.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/19/Vic_nurses_want_action_to_stop_violence_873418.html Victorian nurses say they fear being assaulted, threatened or abused by patients at the workplace. Sun, 19 May 2013 07:15:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/19/Vic_nurses_want_action_to_stop_violence_873418.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/19/Speed_limit_increase_possible_in_NSW_873416.html The NSW government is prepared to consider increasing speed limits on freeways if it's deemed safe. Sun, 19 May 2013 07:12:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/19/Speed_limit_increase_possible_in_NSW_873416.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/19/Boy_falls_off_ferris_wheel_in_Qld_873414.html A five-year-old boy is in a critical condition after falling from a ferris wheel in southern Queensland. Sun, 19 May 2013 07:10:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/19/Boy_falls_off_ferris_wheel_in_Qld_873414.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Warriors_confident_of_comeback_873411.html The Warriors are confident hitting rock bottom will spur them on after suffering their heaviest ever defeat. Sun, 19 May 2013 07:02:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Warriors_confident_of_comeback_873411.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Swans_out_to_prove_top_four_AFL_status_873410.html Sydney believe a scalp like Collingwood is required to prove the reigning premiers belong in the top four. Sun, 19 May 2013 07:02:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Swans_out_to_prove_top_four_AFL_status_873410.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Carlton_beat_Adelaide_873409.html Carlton have beaten Port Adelaide 16.13 (109) to 14.7 (91) in their AFL clash at Etihad Stadium. Sun, 19 May 2013 07:01:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Carlton_beat_Adelaide_873409.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Folau_in_Cooper_out_of_Wallabies_squad_873403.html Israel Folau has made the initial 25-man Wallabies squad for the series against the British and Irish Lions. Sun, 19 May 2013 04:56:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Folau_in_Cooper_out_of_Wallabies_squad_873403.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/19/Search_continues_for_missing_snorkeller_873401.html The search continues for Rob Shugg four days after he disappeared and his wife died while snorkelling in WA. Sun, 19 May 2013 04:47:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/19/Search_continues_for_missing_snorkeller_873401.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/19/Two_paragliders_missing_near_Vic_coast_873400.html Two men who went paragliding yesterday afternoon are missing in Victoria's south west. Sun, 19 May 2013 04:35:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/19/Two_paragliders_missing_near_Vic_coast_873400.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Karrie_Webb_eyes_LPGA_title_No39_873399.html Australia's Karrie Webb is targeting her 39th LPGA Tour career title at the Mobile Bay LPGA Classic. Sun, 19 May 2013 04:34:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Karrie_Webb_eyes_LPGA_title_No39_873399.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/19/Womans_body_found_after_NSW_house_fire_873397.html A 66-year-old woman has died in a house fire in northern NSW. Sun, 19 May 2013 04:27:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/19/Womans_body_found_after_NSW_house_fire_873397.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/19/Man_charged_with_bashing_over_stolen_car_873396.html Police allege an Adelaide man used an iron bar to bash a man driving his stolen Toyota Hilux on Saturday. Sun, 19 May 2013 04:25:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/19/Man_charged_with_bashing_over_stolen_car_873396.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/19/Man_charged_with_bashing_over_stolen_car_873394.html Police allege an Adelaide man used an iron bar to bash a man driving his stolen Toyota Hilux on Saturday. Sun, 19 May 2013 04:24:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/19/Man_charged_with_bashing_over_stolen_car_873394.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/19/Super_delay_sustainable_says_Hockey_873392.html The coalition is denying its proposed rein on superannuation will mean a six-figure retirement for workers. Sun, 19 May 2013 04:18:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/19/Super_delay_sustainable_says_Hockey_873392.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/19/Paragliders_body_found_off_Vic_coast_873389.html Police believe they have found the body of one of two paragliders who went missing off Victoria's coast. Sun, 19 May 2013 04:01:27 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/19/Paragliders_body_found_off_Vic_coast_873389.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/19/Two_paragliders_missing_near_Vic_coast_873388.html Two men who went paragliding yesterday afternoon are missing in Victoria's south west. Sun, 19 May 2013 03:25:29 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/19/Two_paragliders_missing_near_Vic_coast_873388.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/19/US_student_killed_by_police_873386.html A university student in the US has been accidentally shot and killed by a police officer. Sun, 19 May 2013 03:09:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/19/US_student_killed_by_police_873386.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/19/Aust_films_test_the_market_in_Cannes_873359.html Screen Australia work to shop films to international distributors and potential financiers in Cannes. Sun, 19 May 2013 02:30:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/19/Aust_films_test_the_market_in_Cannes_873359.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/19/Myanmar_leader_starts_US_visit_873373.html The Myanmar President has begun the first visit to Washington by a leader of his country in nearly 50 years. Sun, 19 May 2013 02:29:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/19/Myanmar_leader_starts_US_visit_873373.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Cheetahs_dump_Reds_27-13_873382.html The Qld Reds missed the chance to top the Super Rugby Aust conference after a 27-13 loss to the Cheetahs. Sun, 19 May 2013 01:32:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Cheetahs_dump_Reds_27-13_873382.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/19/Support_for_Labor_still_dismal__poll_873380.html Polls suggest many voters want to scrap the baby bonus but it will not change the way they will vote. Sun, 19 May 2013 01:22:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/19/Support_for_Labor_still_dismal__poll_873380.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/19/Seven_killed_in_Yemen_drone_strike_873376.html At least seven suspected al-Qaeda members have been killed in a drone air strike in south Yemen. Sun, 19 May 2013 00:42:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/19/Seven_killed_in_Yemen_drone_strike_873376.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/19/OFarrell_would_welcome_GST_review_873375.html NSW Premier Barry O'Farrell says Tony Abbott must consider an increase to the GST if he is elected PM. Sun, 19 May 2013 00:35:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/19/OFarrell_would_welcome_GST_review_873375.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/19/NSW_bill_to_ban_anti-vax_kids_873374.html Unvaccinated children would be banned from preschools and childcare centres under a new NSW bill Sun, 19 May 2013 00:30:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/19/NSW_bill_to_ban_anti-vax_kids_873374.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Whincup_wins_first_two_US_V8_races_873370.html Holden's Jamie Whincup extended his championship lead, taking out the first two V8 Supercar races in the US. Sat, 18 May 2013 23:22:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Whincup_wins_first_two_US_V8_races_873370.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/19/Karachi_gunmen_kill_Khan_party_woman_873368.html A senior female politician has been shot dead outside her home in Pakistan. Sat, 18 May 2013 23:04:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/19/Karachi_gunmen_kill_Khan_party_woman_873368.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/19/Denmark_wins_Eurovision_Song_Contest_873366.html Emmelie de Forest has won Eurovision for Denmark, beating 25 other finalists in Sweden. Sat, 18 May 2013 22:51:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/19/Denmark_wins_Eurovision_Song_Contest_873366.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/19/Miley_Cyrus_swatted_for_second_time_873365.html Police were called to Miley Cyrus' home after a hoax caller claimed a crime was underway at the property. Sat, 18 May 2013 22:49:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/19/Miley_Cyrus_swatted_for_second_time_873365.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/19/Carly_Rae_professional_relationship_873364.html Carly Rae Jepsen says she and her boyfriend Matthew Koma are 'super professional' when they work together. Sat, 18 May 2013 22:45:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/19/Carly_Rae_professional_relationship_873364.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Tearful_Beckham_bids_farewell_to_Paris_873363.html A tearful David Beckham reportedly made his final appearance for Paris Saint Germain to a standing ovation. Sat, 18 May 2013 22:43:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Tearful_Beckham_bids_farewell_to_Paris_873363.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/19/America_Ferrera_returning_to_TV_873362.html 'End Of Watch' actress America Ferrera is reportedly planning a return to TV in 'Pedro & Maria'. Sat, 18 May 2013 22:42:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/19/America_Ferrera_returning_to_TV_873362.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/19/Curfew_as_Nigeria_fight_Islamists_873345.html Nigeria's military has imposed a 24-hour curfew as it continues a campaign against Boko Haram Islamists . Sat, 18 May 2013 22:34:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/19/Curfew_as_Nigeria_fight_Islamists_873345.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/19/Gwyneth_Paltrows_food_obsession_873361.html Gwyneth Paltrow says she got her love of food and cooking from her father Bruce Paltrow. Sat, 18 May 2013 22:32:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/19/Gwyneth_Paltrows_food_obsession_873361.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/19/Myanmar_leader_starts_landmark_US_visit_873360.html The Myanmar President has begun the first visit to Washington by a leader of his country in nearly 50 years. Sat, 18 May 2013 22:31:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/19/Myanmar_leader_starts_landmark_US_visit_873360.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/19/Karachi_gunmen_kill_Khan_party_woman_873358.html Gunmen have killed a Pakistani woman politician from cricket star Imran Khan's Movement for Justice party. Sat, 18 May 2013 22:29:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/19/Karachi_gunmen_kill_Khan_party_woman_873358.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/19/Eurovision_fever_hits_the_land_of_ABBA_873357.html Almost 40 years after launching supergroup ABBA, the Eurovision Song Contest has returned to Sweden. Sat, 18 May 2013 22:20:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/19/Eurovision_fever_hits_the_land_of_ABBA_873357.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Whincup_wins_V8s_US_debut_race_873356.html Holden's Jamie Whincup extended his championship lead, taking out the V8 Supercars' inaugural race in the US Sat, 18 May 2013 22:13:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Whincup_wins_V8s_US_debut_race_873356.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Bulls_beat_bottom-place_Highlanders_873322.html The Bulls charged past the Highlanders 35-18 in Super Rugby to retain control of South African conference. Sat, 18 May 2013 22:06:30 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Bulls_beat_bottom-place_Highlanders_873322.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Whincup_front_row_for_first_Texas_races_873328.html Holden driver Jamie Whincup is primed to extend his V8 Supercar championship lead in Texas. Sat, 18 May 2013 22:00:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Whincup_front_row_for_first_Texas_races_873328.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Nadal_Federer_to_face_off_in_Rome_873352.html Rafael Nadal has set up a Rome Masters showdown with rival Roger Federer after dominating Tomas Berdych. Sat, 18 May 2013 21:17:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Nadal_Federer_to_face_off_in_Rome_873352.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/19/Damascus_car_bomb_kills_at_least_three_873341.html A car bomb has exploded in a northern Syrian district killing at least three people and wounding five others Sat, 18 May 2013 21:11:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/19/Damascus_car_bomb_kills_at_least_three_873341.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/19/Gunmen_seize_father_of_Syrian_minister_873351.html Lebanese TV reports gunmen have abducted the elderly father of Syria's deputy foreign minister. Sat, 18 May 2013 21:08:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/19/Gunmen_seize_father_of_Syrian_minister_873351.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Southee_treble_rocks_England_in_cricket_873326.html A late burst on the third day of first Test against England saw New Zealand back in contention at Lord's. Sat, 18 May 2013 21:03:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Southee_treble_rocks_England_in_cricket_873326.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Evans_loses_time_to_Giro_leader_Nibali_873325.html Vincenzo Nibali extended his lead over Australia's Cadel Evans in the14th stage of the Giro d'Italia. Sat, 18 May 2013 21:03:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Evans_loses_time_to_Giro_leader_Nibali_873325.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Travel/2013/05/19/British_woman_dies_on_Indonesian_island.html A British backpacker has died while trekking through the Indonesian jungle. Sat, 18 May 2013 20:49:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Travel/2013/05/19/British_woman_dies_on_Indonesian_island.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/19/British_woman_dies_on_Indonesian_island_873346.html A British backpacker has died while trekking through the Indonesian jungle. Sat, 18 May 2013 20:49:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/19/British_woman_dies_on_Indonesian_island_873346.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/19/Rebel_groups_clash_in_northern_Syria_873344.html Kidnappings between rival Islamic militants risks sparking internal fighting between Syrian rebels. Sat, 18 May 2013 20:43:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/19/Rebel_groups_clash_in_northern_Syria_873344.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/19/Investigation_begins_into_US_train_crash_873342.html US authorities have opened an investigation into a collision between two trains that injured 60 people. Sat, 18 May 2013 20:40:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/19/Investigation_begins_into_US_train_crash_873342.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Toulon_win_European_Cup_rugby_final_873327.html Jonny Wilkinson booted Toulon to a first European Cup rugby title with a 16-15 win over Clermont-Auvergne. Sat, 18 May 2013 19:32:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Toulon_win_European_Cup_rugby_final_873327.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Nadal_into_Rome_Masters_final_873324.html Rafael Nadal has set up a potential Rome Masters final with Roger Federer after dominating Tomas Berdych. Sat, 18 May 2013 19:32:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Nadal_into_Rome_Masters_final_873324.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/19/Plane_catches_fire_as_it_lands_in_Moscow_873329.html Part of an airliner carrying more than 130 people caught fire as it was landing in Moscow Sat, 18 May 2013 19:32:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/19/Plane_catches_fire_as_it_lands_in_Moscow_873329.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Azarenka_Williams_in_Rome_WTA_final_873323.html Serena Williams will face off against Victoria Azarenka in the Rome WTA final after downing Simona Halep. Sat, 18 May 2013 19:31:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/19/Azarenka_Williams_in_Rome_WTA_final_873323.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/19/Support_for_Labor_dismal_as_ever-_poll_873321.html Polls suggest many voters want to scrap the baby bonus but it will not change the way they will vote. Sat, 18 May 2013 19:28:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/19/Support_for_Labor_dismal_as_ever-_poll_873321.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/19/Saudi_Arabian_woman_scales_Everest_873320.html 64 climbers, including a Saudi Arabian woman, have successfully scaled Mount Everest Sat, 18 May 2013 19:19:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/19/Saudi_Arabian_woman_scales_Everest_873320.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/19/Depardieu_compares_Putin_to_Pope_JP_II_873319.html Gerard Depardieu has compared President Vladimir Putin to the late Pope John Paul II. Sat, 18 May 2013 19:17:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/19/Depardieu_compares_Putin_to_Pope_JP_II_873319.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/19/Hardline_Afghan_MPs_block_womens_law_873318.html Lawmakers in Afghanistan have blocked a law that aims to protect women's freedoms. Sat, 18 May 2013 19:14:40 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/19/Hardline_Afghan_MPs_block_womens_law_873318.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/19/Assad_tells_Argentine_paper_he_wont_go_873317.html Syrian President Bashar al-Assad says he welcomes a US-Russian peace initiative to end Syria's civil war. Sat, 18 May 2013 19:10:24 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/19/Assad_tells_Argentine_paper_he_wont_go_873317.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/19/Hopes_fade_for_trapped_Indonesian_miners_873316.html Hopes have faded for the lives of 23 miners in a collapsed tunnel at an Indonesian mine. Sat, 18 May 2013 19:00:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/19/Hopes_fade_for_trapped_Indonesian_miners_873316.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Marquez_on_pole_for_French_MotoGP_873311.html Spain's championship leader Marc Marquez will start on pole in Sunday's French MotoGP at Le Mans. Sat, 18 May 2013 13:53:29 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Marquez_on_pole_for_French_MotoGP_873311.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Wrestling_revamp_in_fight_for_survival_873310.html Wrestling agreed a wholesale shake-up of its rules to make the sport more attractive for spectators. Sat, 18 May 2013 13:44:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Wrestling_revamp_in_fight_for_survival_873310.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/18/Depardieu_compares_Putin_to_Pope_873309.html French actor Gerard Depardieu has compared President Vladimir Putin to the late Pope John Paul II. Sat, 18 May 2013 13:42:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/18/Depardieu_compares_Putin_to_Pope_873309.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/18/Prince_Harry_visits_Australian_gardeners_873308.html Australia's gardeners preparing for the Chelsea Flow Shower received a boost when Prince Harry dropped by. Sat, 18 May 2013 13:40:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/18/Prince_Harry_visits_Australian_gardeners_873308.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/18/JK_Rowlings_own_Potter_book_for_sale_873307.html JK Rowling's own first edition copy of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone is set to go on auction. Sat, 18 May 2013 13:39:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/18/JK_Rowlings_own_Potter_book_for_sale_873307.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/AFL_Magpies_upset_Cats_873304.html Collingwood fought back from 13 points down at three-quarter time to score an upset win over Geelong. Sat, 18 May 2013 13:37:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/AFL_Magpies_upset_Cats_873304.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Smith_and_Polota-Nau_in_Lions_series_873306.html Wallabies coach Robbie Deans was bracing for the worst after George Smith suffered a knee injury. Sat, 18 May 2013 13:35:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Smith_and_Polota-Nau_in_Lions_series_873306.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Players_in_Matchplay_golf_last_8_873305.html Graeme McDowell, Nicolas Colsaerts and Francesco Molinari are through to the quarter-finals. Sat, 18 May 2013 13:35:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Players_in_Matchplay_golf_last_8_873305.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/18/Daft_Punk_launches_new_album_in_Wee_Waa_873303.html The small New South Wales town of Wee Waa has played host to the official album launch for Daft Punk. Sat, 18 May 2013 13:26:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/18/Daft_Punk_launches_new_album_in_Wee_Waa_873303.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Dockers_Swans_in_AFL_draw_at_SCG_873302.html Sydney and Fremantle have battled to the first draw of the AFL season tonight after a final-quarter fight. Sat, 18 May 2013 13:26:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Dockers_Swans_in_AFL_draw_at_SCG_873302.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Sorry_Warriors_cop_record_NRL_thrashing_873301.html Warriors captain Simon Mannering doesn't think their NRL season can get much worse than the 62-6 thrashing. Sat, 18 May 2013 13:20:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Sorry_Warriors_cop_record_NRL_thrashing_873301.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/18/Cat_adopts_piglet_as_one_of_its_own_873300.html A little piglet in Romania has found love from an unlikely adoptive mother. Sat, 18 May 2013 13:18:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/18/Cat_adopts_piglet_as_one_of_its_own_873300.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/18/Drop_bear_falls_from_tree_in_US_873299.html A popular Australian joke warning tourists about 'drop bears' has come true in the United States. Sat, 18 May 2013 13:16:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/18/Drop_bear_falls_from_tree_in_US_873299.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Hannebery_on_fire_Swans_lead_Dockers_873298.html Midfielder Dan Hannebery kicked four goals as Sydney recovered from a slow start to boast an 18-point lead. Sat, 18 May 2013 12:50:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Hannebery_on_fire_Swans_lead_Dockers_873298.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Roosters_hold_off_Cowboys_12-8_873297.html NSW halfback Mitchell Pearce kept the Sydney Roosters in touch with NRL leaders South Sydney. Sat, 18 May 2013 12:50:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Roosters_hold_off_Cowboys_12-8_873297.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Giggs_backs_Moyes_ManUtd_appointment_873296.html New ManUtd manager David Moyes will get the full backing of the glamour English Premier League. Sat, 18 May 2013 12:50:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Giggs_backs_Moyes_ManUtd_appointment_873296.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Barnes_leads_Waratahs_to_win_873295.html Berrick Barnes has led the Waratahs to a priceless 28-22 victory over the Brumbies. Sat, 18 May 2013 12:50:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Barnes_leads_Waratahs_to_win_873295.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Williams_eases_into_Rome_tennis_final_873294.html World No.1 Serena Williams swept aside qualifier Simona Halep to reach the final of the Italian Open. Sat, 18 May 2013 12:50:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Williams_eases_into_Rome_tennis_final_873294.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Dragons_hail_superstar_Dugan_873293.html Dugan was superb in his first game in two months after being sacked by Canberra for discipline breaches. Sat, 18 May 2013 12:50:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Dragons_hail_superstar_Dugan_873293.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Panthers_give_Warrriors_record_thrashing_873292.html The Warriors' NRL season is in freefall following an astonishing 62-6 record-breaking loss to Penrith. Sat, 18 May 2013 12:05:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Panthers_give_Warrriors_record_thrashing_873292.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/18/Suspected_asylum_seeker_boat_in_distress_873291.html A boat suspected to have entered Australian waters illegally has been transferred to Christmas Island. Sat, 18 May 2013 11:41:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/18/Suspected_asylum_seeker_boat_in_distress_873291.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Brumbies_lead_Waratahs_at_halftime_873290.html The Brumbies grabbed a 13-6 halftime lead over the NSW Waratahs in their Super Rugby derby. Sat, 18 May 2013 11:15:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Brumbies_lead_Waratahs_at_halftime_873290.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Griffin_on_track_to_win_Korean_golf_873289.html Australian Matt Griffin was on course for his second OneAsia title in a year after hitting a par 72. Sat, 18 May 2013 11:15:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Griffin_on_track_to_win_Korean_golf_873289.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Roosters_lead_Cowboys_6-4_at_halftime_873288.html A try by Robert Lui has helped Nth Qld stay in touch with the Roosters in a rain-soaked first half time. Sat, 18 May 2013 11:15:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Roosters_lead_Cowboys_6-4_at_halftime_873288.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/AFL_heavyweights_next_test_for_Suns_873287.html Gold Coast coach Guy McKenna believes his team is ready to move up a weight division. Sat, 18 May 2013 11:14:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/AFL_heavyweights_next_test_for_Suns_873287.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/John_Brown_star_as_Panthers_lead_26-0_873286.html Former Warriors Isaac John and Lewis Brown combined to spark Penrith to a 26-0 halftime lead. Sat, 18 May 2013 11:14:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/John_Brown_star_as_Panthers_lead_26-0_873286.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/18/Sydney_man_charged_with_hit-and-run_873285.html A man who ran down a woman with a car after a domestic argument in Sydney's west has been charged. Sat, 18 May 2013 11:13:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/18/Sydney_man_charged_with_hit-and-run_873285.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/18/Car_crashes_into_west_Sydney_home_873284.html A family in Sydney's west is unable to return home for a few days after a car damaged their house. Sat, 18 May 2013 11:13:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/18/Car_crashes_into_west_Sydney_home_873284.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Nantes_back_in_French_soccers_Ligue_1_873283.html One of the most famous names in French soccer will be back in Ligue 1 next season. Sat, 18 May 2013 10:48:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Nantes_back_in_French_soccers_Ligue_1_873283.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Johnson_hopes_to_miss_just_a_week_873282.html Steve Johnson was a shock late withdrawal for the Cats' round-eight AFL clash with Collingwood at the MCG. Sat, 18 May 2013 10:48:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Johnson_hopes_to_miss_just_a_week_873282.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Wallace_flying_at_Canoeing_World_Cup_873281.html Australian kayaking champion Ken Wallace qualified fastest for the K1 500 final. Sat, 18 May 2013 10:48:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Wallace_flying_at_Canoeing_World_Cup_873281.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Crusaders_beat_Blues_873278.html The Crusaders have continued to build momentum with a 23-3 win over the Blues. Sat, 18 May 2013 10:18:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Crusaders_beat_Blues_873278.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/18/N_Korea_fired_short-range_missiles_873277.html North Korea has launched three short-range missiles into the Sea of Japan, according to South Korea. Sat, 18 May 2013 10:12:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/18/N_Korea_fired_short-range_missiles_873277.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/18/US_train_accident_reportedly_injures_60_873276.html A collision between two trains north of New York City has injured 60 passengers, five of them seriously. Sat, 18 May 2013 10:02:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/18/US_train_accident_reportedly_injures_60_873276.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Dugan_impresses_in_Dragons_win_873275.html Fullback Josh Dugan scored two tries in the Dragons' 32-12 win over Parramatta in Wollongong. Sat, 18 May 2013 09:45:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Dugan_impresses_in_Dragons_win_873275.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Suns_beat_Dogs_for_back-to-back_AFL_wins_873274.html Gold Coast posted back-to-back AFL wins for the first time as they beat Bulldogs by 32 points. Sat, 18 May 2013 09:43:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Suns_beat_Dogs_for_back-to-back_AFL_wins_873274.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/18/Truck_drivers_family_devastated_873272.html The family of a man who was thrown 20 metres from a bridge in a Melbourne freeway crash thanks community. Sat, 18 May 2013 09:24:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/18/Truck_drivers_family_devastated_873272.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Farah_calls_for_unity_at_Wests_Tigers_873271.html Captain Robbie Farah has called for unity at the Wests Tigers. Sat, 18 May 2013 09:07:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Farah_calls_for_unity_at_Wests_Tigers_873271.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Lions_AFL_mojo_back_as_Staker_seals_win_873270.html Brisbane coach Michael Voss has declared his AFL side's missing mojo found after Brent Staker returned. Sat, 18 May 2013 09:07:29 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Lions_AFL_mojo_back_as_Staker_seals_win_873270.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/AFL_scoreboard_flattered_Hawks_873269.html Alastair Clarkson concedes his side were flattered by the scoreboard in their 83-point AFL win. Sat, 18 May 2013 09:07:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/AFL_scoreboard_flattered_Hawks_873269.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/18/Blue_Mountains_man_injured_in_horse_fall_873263.html A man has been injured after falling off a horse at his Blue Mountains property. Sat, 18 May 2013 08:44:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/18/Blue_Mountains_man_injured_in_horse_fall_873263.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/18/Claims_high_risk_Qld_prison_overcrowded_873262.html The prison staff at a high security prison in Qld will strike over a pay and claims of over-crowding. Sat, 18 May 2013 08:36:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/18/Claims_high_risk_Qld_prison_overcrowded_873262.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/18/Call_for_conscience_vote_on_gay_marriage_873261.html More than a hundred supporters of gay marriage gathered at a rally in Tony Abbott's Sydney electorate. Sat, 18 May 2013 08:36:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/18/Call_for_conscience_vote_on_gay_marriage_873261.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/18/Performance_centre_opens_in_west_Sydney_873260.html The opening of a performing arts centre in West Sydney will boost opportunities in a performing career. Sat, 18 May 2013 08:18:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/18/Performance_centre_opens_in_west_Sydney_873260.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/18/Truckies_family_devastated_873259.html The family of a man who was thrown 20 metres from a bridge in a Melbourne freeway crash thanks community. Sat, 18 May 2013 08:17:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/18/Truckies_family_devastated_873259.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/18/Family_of_bridge_truckie_devastated_873258.html The family of a man who was thrown 20 metres from a bridge in a Melbourne freeway crash thanks community. Sat, 18 May 2013 08:16:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/18/Family_of_bridge_truckie_devastated_873258.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/18/Robbers_kick_man_on_to_train_tracks_873257.html A man has been kicked onto train tracks during a fight with two robbers at a Sydney train station. Sat, 18 May 2013 07:55:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/18/Robbers_kick_man_on_to_train_tracks_873257.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/18/NSW_woman_dead_after_crashing_into_tree_873256.html A woman has died after crashing a car into a tree in southern NSW. Sat, 18 May 2013 07:55:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/18/NSW_woman_dead_after_crashing_into_tree_873256.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/18/Police_investigate_death_of_Melb_baby_873255.html Police are investigating the death of a baby boy in Melbourne. Sat, 18 May 2013 07:55:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/18/Police_investigate_death_of_Melb_baby_873255.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Fergie_set_for_final_goodbye_873254.html Alex Ferguson will take charge of Mnch Utd for the 1,500th and final time in their last game of the season. Sat, 18 May 2013 07:51:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Fergie_set_for_final_goodbye_873254.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Steel_beat_Magic_in_trans-Tasman_netball_873253.html A big second quarter has carried the Southern Steel to a 65-58 upset overthe Waikato-Bay of Plenty Magic. Sat, 18 May 2013 07:51:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Steel_beat_Magic_in_trans-Tasman_netball_873253.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/We_have_to_close_gaps_873252.html Coach Mick Malthouse says Carlton must tighten their game plan to challenge the pacesetting AFL sides. Sat, 18 May 2013 07:51:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/We_have_to_close_gaps_873252.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Hawks_down_plucky_GWS_by_83_points_873249.html Hawthorn saw off a plucky Greater Western Sydney by 83 points in Saturday's AFL clash at Aurora Stadium. Sat, 18 May 2013 07:38:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Hawks_down_plucky_GWS_by_83_points_873249.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Staker_seals_Lions_win_in_AFL_comeback_873248.html Brisbane's Brent Staker has kicked the winning goal to seal a stunning upset victory over Essendon. Sat, 18 May 2013 07:00:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Staker_seals_Lions_win_in_AFL_comeback_873248.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Wenger_happy_to_control_Arsenals_fate_873242.html Arsene Wenger insists he would have been happy to see Arsenal's Champions League hopes go to the final day. Sat, 18 May 2013 06:38:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Wenger_happy_to_control_Arsenals_fate_873242.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/18/France_legalises_same-sex_marriage_873245.html France has became the 14th country to legalise same-sex marriage after the president signed it into law. Sat, 18 May 2013 06:38:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/18/France_legalises_same-sex_marriage_873245.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Wenger_happy_to_control_Arsenal_873247.html Arsene Wenger insists he would have been happy to see Arsenal's Champions League hopes go to the final day. Sat, 18 May 2013 06:36:58 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Wenger_happy_to_control_Arsenal_873247.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Crosby_leads_Penguins_to_NHL_playoff_win_873244.html Sidney Crosby scored to give the Penguins a 4-3 win over the Ottawa Senators. Sat, 18 May 2013 06:31:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Crosby_leads_Penguins_to_NHL_playoff_win_873244.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Cairns_wins_mountain_bike_world_cup_bid_873243.html The north Queensland city of Cairns will host the mountain bike world cups in 2014 and 2016. Sat, 18 May 2013 06:31:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Cairns_wins_mountain_bike_world_cup_bid_873243.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/EPL_to_bid_farwell_873241.html The Premier League will bid farewell to Manch Utd manager Alex Ferguson and Liverpool's Jamie Carragher. Sat, 18 May 2013 06:31:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/EPL_to_bid_farwell_873241.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Young_gun_Korda_leads_Webb_in_LPGA_873240.html Australian Karrie Webb is one stroke behind leader Jessica Korda at the Mobile Bay LPGA Classic. Sat, 18 May 2013 06:31:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Young_gun_Korda_leads_Webb_in_LPGA_873240.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/My_worst_ever_season_says_Mourinho_873239.html Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho described his side's season as the worst of his trophy-laden. Sat, 18 May 2013 06:31:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/My_worst_ever_season_says_Mourinho_873239.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Dogs_say_heavy_loss_will_spur_on_Knights_873238.html Canterbury believes the bounce-back-factor will ensure Newcastle are an even more formidable opponent. Sat, 18 May 2013 06:31:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Dogs_say_heavy_loss_will_spur_on_Knights_873238.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Gee_says_bash_tactics_backfired_873237.html Andrew Gee said the Gold Coast's attempts to bash the Broncos out backfired on the Titans. Sat, 18 May 2013 06:31:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Gee_says_bash_tactics_backfired_873237.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Rebels_hoping_win_helps_coach_Hill_873236.html Melbourne Rebels players hope their Super Rugby win over the Stormers helps coach Damien Hill keep his job. Sat, 18 May 2013 06:30:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Rebels_hoping_win_helps_coach_Hill_873236.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/It_could_take_five_years_873235.html Melbourne coach Mark Neeld says it could be up to five years before the Demons are competitive in the AFL. Sat, 18 May 2013 06:30:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/It_could_take_five_years_873235.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Crows_a_multi-headed_beast_873234.html St Kilda coach Scott Watters says Taylor Walker has turned the Crows into a 'multi-headed beast'. Sat, 18 May 2013 06:30:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Crows_a_multi-headed_beast_873234.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Humphreys_steps_down_as_NRL_Tigers_boss_873233.html Wests Tigers' disastrous NRL season continues, with Chief executive Stephen Humphreys stepping down. Sat, 18 May 2013 06:30:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Humphreys_steps_down_as_NRL_Tigers_boss_873233.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/18/Man_held_over_gun_scare_at_Cannes_873232.html A man has been arrested after he allegedly brandished a gun at a TV studio at the Cannes Film Festival. Sat, 18 May 2013 06:10:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/18/Man_held_over_gun_scare_at_Cannes_873232.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/18/Yahoo_Japan_suspects_theft_of_user_IDs_873230.html Yahoo Japan Corp says it suspects up to 22 million user IDs may have been stolen. Sat, 18 May 2013 06:00:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/18/Yahoo_Japan_suspects_theft_of_user_IDs_873230.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/18/Brisbane_driver_hit_by_stolen_car_dies_873228.html A Brisbane driver has died after a collision involving a stolen car driven by a teenager, police say. Sat, 18 May 2013 05:54:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/18/Brisbane_driver_hit_by_stolen_car_dies_873228.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Rural/2013/05/18/Dehydration_kills_cows_at_Qld_station_873227.html An inquiry has commenced into how 46 cows died of dehydration at a station run by the Queensland government. Sat, 18 May 2013 05:52:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Rural/2013/05/18/Dehydration_kills_cows_at_Qld_station_873227.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/18/Drug_suspect_tries_to_escape_police_873202.html A man has tried to escape from police following his arrest for drug supply offences. Sat, 18 May 2013 04:52:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/18/Drug_suspect_tries_to_escape_police_873202.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/18/Man_critical_after_stabbing_in_Brisbane_873223.html A man is fighting for his life after being stabbed multiple times in the stomach in Brisbane, police say. Sat, 18 May 2013 04:50:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/18/Man_critical_after_stabbing_in_Brisbane_873223.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/18/Man_critical_after_stabbing_in_Brisbane_873221.html A man is fighting for his life after being stabbed multiple times in the stomach in Brisbane, police say. Sat, 18 May 2013 04:50:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/18/Man_critical_after_stabbing_in_Brisbane_873221.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Sharks_down_Force_23-13_in_Super_Rugby_873220.html The Sharks have returned to the Super Rugby winners' list, with a gritty 23-13 win over the Western Force. Sat, 18 May 2013 04:49:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Sharks_down_Force_23-13_in_Super_Rugby_873220.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/USADA_boss_slams_slow_action_on_doping_873219.html The president of the United States Anti-Doping Agency insists cycling ruling body act on doping fight. Sat, 18 May 2013 04:49:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/USADA_boss_slams_slow_action_on_doping_873219.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/18/France_legalises_same-sex_marriage_873218.html France has became the 14th country to legalise same-sex marriage after the president signed it into law. Sat, 18 May 2013 04:48:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/18/France_legalises_same-sex_marriage_873218.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/18/Toy_gun_used_in_Sydney_cabbie_robbery_873217.html Two young men have allegedly used a toy gun to rob a taxi driver in Sydney's north. Sat, 18 May 2013 04:48:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/18/Toy_gun_used_in_Sydney_cabbie_robbery_873217.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/18/Toy_gun_used_in_Sydney_cabbie_robbery_873213.html Two young men have allegedly used a toy gun to rob a taxi driver in Sydney's north. Sat, 18 May 2013 04:46:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/18/Toy_gun_used_in_Sydney_cabbie_robbery_873213.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/18/Sydney_hairdresser_on_sex_charges_873212.html A hairdresser in Sydney's west has been charged with sexually and indecently assaulting four clients. Sat, 18 May 2013 04:43:24 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/18/Sydney_hairdresser_on_sex_charges_873212.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/18/Drug_suspect_makes_escape_attempt_873211.html A man has tried to escape from police following his arrest for drug supply offences in Sydney's east. Sat, 18 May 2013 04:43:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/18/Drug_suspect_makes_escape_attempt_873211.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/18/Drug_suspect_makes_escape_attempt_873208.html A man has tried to escape from police following his arrest for drug supply offences in Sydney's east. Sat, 18 May 2013 04:42:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/18/Drug_suspect_makes_escape_attempt_873208.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/18/Vic_bridge_truck_driver_remains_critical_873207.html A truck driver who was thrown from a Melbourne freeway bridge remains in a critical condition in hospital. Sat, 18 May 2013 04:38:40 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/18/Vic_bridge_truck_driver_remains_critical_873207.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/18/Sydney_hairdresser_on_sex_charges_873205.html A hairdresser in Sydney's west has been charged with sexually and indecently assaulting four clients. Sat, 18 May 2013 04:26:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/18/Sydney_hairdresser_on_sex_charges_873205.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Bradley_maintains_Byron_Nelson_PGA_lead_873201.html Keegan Bradley followed up his stellar 10-under par first round with a one-under 69 in the US PGA. Sat, 18 May 2013 03:40:24 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Bradley_maintains_Byron_Nelson_PGA_lead_873201.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/18/Jessie_J_promotes_new_single_873192.html Jessie J has revealed her comeback single will feature Big Sean and Dizzee Rascal. Sat, 18 May 2013 03:32:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/18/Jessie_J_promotes_new_single_873192.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/18/Opposition_planning_double_dissolution_873197.html Government Ministers are embarking on a coordinated blitz against Tony Abbott's budget savings measures. Sat, 18 May 2013 03:17:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/18/Opposition_planning_double_dissolution_873197.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/18/Man_held_over_gun_scare_at_Cannes_873200.html A man with a pellet gun and a fake grenade sparked panic on a dramatic day at the Cannes Film Festival. Sat, 18 May 2013 03:10:40 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/18/Man_held_over_gun_scare_at_Cannes_873200.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/18/Man_critical_after_Brisbane_stabbing_873196.html A man is fighting for his life after being stabbed multiple times in the stomach in Brisbane. Sat, 18 May 2013 02:35:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/18/Man_critical_after_Brisbane_stabbing_873196.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/18/Scarlett_to_make_directorial_debut_873195.html Scarlett Johansson is set to make her directorial debut. Sat, 18 May 2013 02:33:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/18/Scarlett_to_make_directorial_debut_873195.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/18/Miley_collaborating_with_Justin_Bieber_873194.html Miley Cyrus and Justin Bieber are recording new music together. Sat, 18 May 2013 02:33:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/18/Miley_collaborating_with_Justin_Bieber_873194.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/18/Lily_Allen_inspired_by_motherhood_873193.html Lily Allen says her lyrical inspiration has changed now she is a wife and mother. Sat, 18 May 2013 02:33:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/18/Lily_Allen_inspired_by_motherhood_873193.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/18/Russell_Simmons_congratulates_Beyonce_873191.html Hip Hop mogul Russell Simmons has congratulated Beyonce Knowles on her reported pregnancy. Sat, 18 May 2013 02:33:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/18/Russell_Simmons_congratulates_Beyonce_873191.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/18/Kim_baby_will_join_Kanye_on_tour_873190.html Kim Kardashian and her baby will join Kanye West when he goes on tour later this year. Sat, 18 May 2013 02:33:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/18/Kim_baby_will_join_Kanye_on_tour_873190.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/18/Coalition_govt_might_offer_Mundine_role_873189.html Tony Abbott is likely to offer a powerful indigenous affairs role to Warren Mundine if elected PM. Sat, 18 May 2013 02:24:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/18/Coalition_govt_might_offer_Mundine_role_873189.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/18/Toddler_found_safe_in_NSW_bushland_873188.html A boy who wandered into bushland on the NSW mid-north coast has been found safe and well. Sat, 18 May 2013 02:24:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/18/Toddler_found_safe_in_NSW_bushland_873188.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/18/About_50_injured_in_US_train_accident_873187.html A rush-hour collision between commuter trains in a suburb north of NYC resulted in dozens of people injured. Sat, 18 May 2013 02:22:24 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/18/About_50_injured_in_US_train_accident_873187.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Wilkinson_the_key_in_European_Cup_final_873186.html A host of Test players is likely to feature in the European Cup rugby final between Toulon and Clermont. Sat, 18 May 2013 02:14:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Wilkinson_the_key_in_European_Cup_final_873186.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Pedrosa_leads_way_at_Le_Mans_873185.html Honda began the French Grand Prix weekend strongly as Dani Pedrosa led team-mate Marc Marquez. Sat, 18 May 2013 02:08:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Pedrosa_leads_way_at_Le_Mans_873185.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/18/Vic_bridge_truckie_remains_critical_873165.html A man is in a critical condition after his truck crashed and then dangled off a Vic freeway bridge. Sat, 18 May 2013 02:05:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/18/Vic_bridge_truckie_remains_critical_873165.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/18/Lifesaver_charged_over_sexual_assaults_873157.html A volunteer lifesaver has been charged over the 2007 sexual and indecent assaults of two teenage girls. Sat, 18 May 2013 02:03:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/18/Lifesaver_charged_over_sexual_assaults_873157.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Rumford_Poulter_out_of_World_Match_Play_873183.html Australia's Brett Rumford lasted just one day in the World Match Play Championship in Bulgaria. Sat, 18 May 2013 02:02:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Rumford_Poulter_out_of_World_Match_Play_873183.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Warner_targets_media_in_Twitter_rant_873180.html David Warner is likely to face Cricket Australia after a social media attack on two journalists. Sat, 18 May 2013 01:29:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Warner_targets_media_in_Twitter_rant_873180.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Strauss_wants_Pietersen_fit_for_Ashes_873178.html England skipper Andrew Strauss wants Kevin Pietersen fit for the Ashes. Sat, 18 May 2013 01:17:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Strauss_wants_Pietersen_fit_for_Ashes_873178.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Seattle_defender_banned_for_four_games_873176.html Seattle Seahawks defender Bruce Irvin has been banned for four NFL games. Sat, 18 May 2013 00:34:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Seattle_defender_banned_for_four_games_873176.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/18/Oppn_slams_govt_over_AFP_customs_cuts_873174.html The Opposition has hit out at the Govt over plans to cut customs and AFP staff in Indonesia. Sat, 18 May 2013 00:13:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/18/Oppn_slams_govt_over_AFP_customs_cuts_873174.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/18/Double_dissolution_on_cards_of_coalition_873173.html The oppn is planning a double-dissolution election if it wins and is blocked from repealing the carbon tax. Sat, 18 May 2013 00:13:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/18/Double_dissolution_on_cards_of_coalition_873173.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/18/Lawyer_says_he_told_OJ_to_go_to_police_873171.html The lawyer accused of bungling OJ Simpson's defence in his trial says he told him to contact police. Fri, 17 May 2013 23:43:29 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/18/Lawyer_says_he_told_OJ_to_go_to_police_873171.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/18/Chopard_jewels_stolen_in_Cannes_873170.html More than a million dollars worth of jewellery has been stolen from the Cannes Film Festival. Fri, 17 May 2013 23:35:30 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/18/Chopard_jewels_stolen_in_Cannes_873170.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Atletico_stun_Real_to_win_Copa_del_Rey_873169.html Atletico Madrid won their 10th Copa del Rey after beating Real Madrid 2-1 in extra-time. Fri, 17 May 2013 23:34:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Atletico_stun_Real_to_win_Copa_del_Rey_873169.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/18/George_Michael_injured_in_UK_car_crash_873168.html George Michael is being treated at a hospital after being involved in a minor car crash near London. Fri, 17 May 2013 23:32:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/18/George_Michael_injured_in_UK_car_crash_873168.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/18/Vic_bridge_truckie_remains_critical_873164.html A man is in a critical condition after his truck crashed and then dangled off a Vic freeway bridge. Fri, 17 May 2013 23:13:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/18/Vic_bridge_truckie_remains_critical_873164.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/18/Oil_rallies_as_US_consumer_sentiment_up_873161.html Oil prices have risen for the third day in a row after a better-than-expected US consumer confidence report. Fri, 17 May 2013 23:12:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/18/Oil_rallies_as_US_consumer_sentiment_up_873161.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/18/Strong_data_pushes_US_stocks_higher_873159.html US stocks have resumed their upward push with both the Dow and S&P 500 closing at new all-time highs. Fri, 17 May 2013 23:12:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/18/Strong_data_pushes_US_stocks_higher_873159.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/18/Gates_overtakes_Slim_on_rich_list_873162.html Microsoft mogul Bill Gates has regained the title of the world's richest person over Mexico's Carlos Slim. Fri, 17 May 2013 23:12:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/18/Gates_overtakes_Slim_on_rich_list_873162.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/18/Top_Spain_banker_bailed_in_crisis_probe_873163.html The ex-head of Spanish bank Caja Madrid has become the first to spend time in jail in relation to the GFC. Fri, 17 May 2013 23:12:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/18/Top_Spain_banker_bailed_in_crisis_probe_873163.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/18/IRS_chief_insists_abuses_not_political_873160.html The outgoing head of the IRS has told congress the US tax agency made mistakes in targeting conservatives. Fri, 17 May 2013 23:12:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/18/IRS_chief_insists_abuses_not_political_873160.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/18/Report_says_homophobia_rife_in_EU_873156.html Two-thirds of Europe's LGBT community are still afraid to show their sexuality in public, an EU report says. Fri, 17 May 2013 22:40:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/18/Report_says_homophobia_rife_in_EU_873156.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Leinster_win_European_Challenge_Cup_873155.html Leinster beat Stade Francais 34-13 to clinch the European Challenge Cup. Fri, 17 May 2013 22:39:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Leinster_win_European_Challenge_Cup_873155.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/18/Man_held_over_gun_scare_at_Cannes_873154.html A man with a pellet gun and a fake grenade sparked panic on a dramatic day at the Cannes Film Festival. Fri, 17 May 2013 22:36:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/18/Man_held_over_gun_scare_at_Cannes_873154.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/18/Nigeria_launches_assault_on_Islamists_873153.html Nigeria's military has attacked Boko Haram Islamist strongholds across the country's northeast. Fri, 17 May 2013 22:34:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/18/Nigeria_launches_assault_on_Islamists_873153.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Craig_Lowndes_fastest_in_V8_practice_873152.html Holden driver Craig Lowndes was the star of the Lone Star state on the V8 Supercars' American debut. Fri, 17 May 2013 22:22:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Craig_Lowndes_fastest_in_V8_practice_873152.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Villa_Park_for_third-place_playoff_873149.html Villa Park will host a third-place play-off between Chelsea and Arsenal if the two sides cannot be separated Fri, 17 May 2013 22:01:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Villa_Park_for_third-place_playoff_873149.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Ferguson_heads_into_retirement_873150.html Alex Ferguson is looking forward to a retired life of luxury holidays and perhaps studying languages. Fri, 17 May 2013 22:01:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Ferguson_heads_into_retirement_873150.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/England_232_all_out_against_New_Zealand_873148.html New Zealand dismissed England for 232 on the second day of the first cricket Test at Lord's. Fri, 17 May 2013 21:38:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/England_232_all_out_against_New_Zealand_873148.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Ex-gridiron_player_turns_to_rugby_873145.html Maurice Clarett is testing his skills at rugby sevens with an eye toward the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympics. Fri, 17 May 2013 21:37:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Ex-gridiron_player_turns_to_rugby_873145.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/F1_teams_in_angry_struggle_over_tyres_873146.html F1's increasingly bitter 'tyre war' erupted again when Ferrari and Lotus hit out at rivals Red Bull. Fri, 17 May 2013 21:18:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/F1_teams_in_angry_struggle_over_tyres_873146.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Kerr_the_top_performer_in_Brazil_surfing_873144.html he world surfing tour event resumed in Brazil with five Australians advancing from round-two action. Fri, 17 May 2013 21:05:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Kerr_the_top_performer_in_Brazil_surfing_873144.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Pigs_head_left_in_Stoke_City_locker_873143.html Stoke have launched an internal investigation into reports of a prank featuring a bloody pig's head. Fri, 17 May 2013 21:02:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Pigs_head_left_in_Stoke_City_locker_873143.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/NBAs_Kings_sold_to_Indian-led_group_873142.html A group led by software magnate Vivek Ranadive of India has purchased the NBA's Sacramento Kings. Fri, 17 May 2013 21:00:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/NBAs_Kings_sold_to_Indian-led_group_873142.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Djokovic_crashes_in_Rome_Masters_873141.html Novak Djokovic crashed out of the Rome Masters at the hands of Tomas Berdych 2-6 7-5 6-4. Fri, 17 May 2013 20:51:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Djokovic_crashes_in_Rome_Masters_873141.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/18/US_soldier_gets_life_for_Iraq_killings_873140.html A US soldier, who killed five colleagues at a base in Iraq, has been sentenced to life in jail. Fri, 17 May 2013 20:40:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/18/US_soldier_gets_life_for_Iraq_killings_873140.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/18/Over_1m_of_jewels_stolen_at_Cannes_873130.html More than a million dollars worth of jewellery has been stolen from the Cannes Film Festival. Fri, 17 May 2013 19:41:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/18/Over_1m_of_jewels_stolen_at_Cannes_873130.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/18/People_of_interest_in_McCann_case_873129.html British detectives have identified people of interest connected with the disappearance of Madeleine McCann. Fri, 17 May 2013 19:41:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/18/People_of_interest_in_McCann_case_873129.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/18/No_title_for_Swedish_princesss_husband_873128.html The future husband of Sweden's Princess Madeleine would not be given a royal title. Fri, 17 May 2013 19:25:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/18/No_title_for_Swedish_princesss_husband_873128.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/18/Former_Argentina_dictator_Videla_dies_873127.html Former Argentinean dictator Jorge Videla has died in prison aged 87. Fri, 17 May 2013 19:25:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/18/Former_Argentina_dictator_Videla_dies_873127.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/18/Double_dissolution_on_coalitions_cards_873126.html The oppn is planning a double-dissolution election if it wins and is blocked from repealing the carbon tax. Fri, 17 May 2013 19:25:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/18/Double_dissolution_on_coalitions_cards_873126.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/18/Missing_toddler_found_in_NSW_bushland_873124.html A boy who wandered into bushland on the NSW mid-north coast has been found safe and well. Fri, 17 May 2013 19:05:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/18/Missing_toddler_found_in_NSW_bushland_873124.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/18/Euro_stocks_rebound_on_bargain_hunting_873123.html Europe's main stock markets have rebounded, as traders went bargain-hunting after earlier losses. Fri, 17 May 2013 19:05:29 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/18/Euro_stocks_rebound_on_bargain_hunting_873123.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/18/Bombs_kill_seven_in_south_Afghanistan_873122.html Two bomb explosions in southern Afghanistan have killed at least seven people and wounded more than 50. Fri, 17 May 2013 19:04:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/18/Bombs_kill_seven_in_south_Afghanistan_873122.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/18/Coalition_govt_may_offer_Mundine_role_873120.html Tony Abbott is likely to offer a powerful indigenous affairs role to Warren Mundine if elected PM. Fri, 17 May 2013 18:47:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/18/Coalition_govt_may_offer_Mundine_role_873120.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/18/NSW_manhunt_for_little_Tyler_suspended_873118.html A search will resume for a young boy who wandered into bushland on the NSW mid north coast. Fri, 17 May 2013 18:42:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/18/NSW_manhunt_for_little_Tyler_suspended_873118.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Naitanui_the_hero_in_AFL_win_over_Roos_873116.html A goal after the final siren has helped West Coast to a two point victory over North Melbourne in Perth. Fri, 17 May 2013 14:06:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/18/Naitanui_the_hero_in_AFL_win_over_Roos_873116.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/17/UN_Russia_call_for_urgent_Syria_summit_873113.html UN chief Ban Ki-moon and Russia agree that a peace conference on Syria should be held 'as soon as possible'. Fri, 17 May 2013 13:51:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/17/UN_Russia_call_for_urgent_Syria_summit_873113.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/17/Obama_and_Erdogan_demand_Assad_step_down_873114.html US president Barack Obama and Turkey's PM Recep Tayyip Erdogan have called on Bashar al-Assad to step down. Fri, 17 May 2013 13:51:40 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/17/Obama_and_Erdogan_demand_Assad_step_down_873114.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/17/Gillard_pledges_100M_to_Tas_forest_deal_873115.html The federal government has pledged $100M over four years to help Tasmania restructure its forest industry. Fri, 17 May 2013 13:51:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/17/Gillard_pledges_100M_to_Tas_forest_deal_873115.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/17/Bombs_against_Iraqi_Sunnis_kill_49_873111.html Two bombs near a Sunni mosque and another against a Sunni funeral procession killed 49 people in Iraq. Fri, 17 May 2013 13:30:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/17/Bombs_against_Iraqi_Sunnis_kill_49_873111.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Bombs_against_Iraqi_Sunnis_kill_49_873110.html Two bomb explosions have killed at least 43 people outside a Sunni Muslim mosque in Iraq. Fri, 17 May 2013 13:30:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Bombs_against_Iraqi_Sunnis_kill_49_873110.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/17/Delhi_rape_victims_mum_plea_for_justice_873104.html The mother of the Delhi gang-rape victim testified at a trial hearing, making a tearful appeal for justice. Fri, 17 May 2013 13:27:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/17/Delhi_rape_victims_mum_plea_for_justice_873104.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Delhi_rape_victims_mum_plea_for_justice_873103.html The mother of the Delhi gang-rape victim testified at a trial hearing, making a tearful appeal for justice. Fri, 17 May 2013 13:27:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Delhi_rape_victims_mum_plea_for_justice_873103.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/17/UN_Russia_call_for_urgent_Syria_summit_873101.html UN chief Ban Ki-moon and Russia agree that a peace conference on Syria should be held 'as soon as possible'. Fri, 17 May 2013 13:23:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/17/UN_Russia_call_for_urgent_Syria_summit_873101.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/UN_Russia_call_for_urgent_Syria_summit_873100.html UN chief Ban Ki-moon and Russia agree that a peace conference on Syria should be held 'as soon as possible'. Fri, 17 May 2013 13:23:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/UN_Russia_call_for_urgent_Syria_summit_873100.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/17/Prime_suspect_arrested_over_car_bombings_873099.html Turkey has arrested one of the prime suspects responsible for the twin car bombings that killed 51 people. Fri, 17 May 2013 13:20:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/17/Prime_suspect_arrested_over_car_bombings_873099.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Prime_suspect_arrested_over_car_bombings_873098.html Turkey has arrested one of the prime suspects responsible for the twin car bombings that killed 51 people. Fri, 17 May 2013 13:20:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Prime_suspect_arrested_over_car_bombings_873098.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/European_stocks_stage_rebound_873095.html Europe's main stock markets rebounded, with Paris jumping above 4,000 points. Fri, 17 May 2013 13:00:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/European_stocks_stage_rebound_873095.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/17/Call_for_free_ambulances_873094.html Close to 90 per cent of Australians would support a national scheme to ensure fee-free ambulance use. Fri, 17 May 2013 12:11:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/17/Call_for_free_ambulances_873094.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/17/Bid_to_control_high_blood_pressure_873093.html Doctors are being urged to treat high blood pressure as a risk factor rather than as a disease. Fri, 17 May 2013 12:08:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/17/Bid_to_control_high_blood_pressure_873093.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/17/CA_says_Tait_not_involved_in_IPL_scandal_873092.html Cricket Australia says it is assured Australian Shaun Tait is not involved in the IPL spot-fixing scandal. Fri, 17 May 2013 12:06:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/17/CA_says_Tait_not_involved_in_IPL_scandal_873092.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/17/Sugary_link_found_to_kidney_stones_873091.html Sugar-sweetened drinks have been associated with a higher incidence of kidney stones, according to a study. Fri, 17 May 2013 12:05:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/17/Sugary_link_found_to_kidney_stones_873091.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/17/Green_tea_to_beat_acne_873090.html A research study has found an extract from green tea could be an effective treatment for acne. Fri, 17 May 2013 11:58:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/17/Green_tea_to_beat_acne_873090.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/17/Rebels_score_a_Super_win_over_Stormers_873089.html A late penalty saw the Melbourne Rebels clinch a breakthrough 30-21 Super Rugby win over the Stormers. Fri, 17 May 2013 11:56:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/17/Rebels_score_a_Super_win_over_Stormers_873089.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/17/Active_video_gaming_healthy_for_children_873088.html Researchers found children playing a high-intensity video game used as much energy as they did exercising. Fri, 17 May 2013 11:54:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/17/Active_video_gaming_healthy_for_children_873088.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/17/Hacking_claim_against_Macpherson_dropped_873087.html A former adviser to Australian model Elle Macpherson has discontinued her phone-hacking damages action. Fri, 17 May 2013 11:50:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/17/Hacking_claim_against_Macpherson_dropped_873087.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Clean-up_begins_after_killer_cyclone_873086.html Communities in Bangladesh and Myanmar have begun the clean-up after a killer cyclone, killing at least 40. Fri, 17 May 2013 11:49:40 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Clean-up_begins_after_killer_cyclone_873086.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/17/Jewels_for_the_stars_stolen_at_Cannes_873085.html Jewellery due to be loaned to stars walking the red carpet at the Cannes film festival have been stolen. Fri, 17 May 2013 11:48:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/17/Jewels_for_the_stars_stolen_at_Cannes_873085.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/17/Bieber_has_to_pay_for_his_monkeys_board_873084.html German officials say Justin Bieber will have to pay the bill for his monkey's stay at an animal shelter. Fri, 17 May 2013 11:44:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/17/Bieber_has_to_pay_for_his_monkeys_board_873084.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/17/Broncos_beat_Titans_in_Qld_thriller_873083.html The Brisbane Broncos have claimed a 32-6 win over the Gold Coast Titans at Suncorp Stadium. Fri, 17 May 2013 11:41:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/17/Broncos_beat_Titans_in_Qld_thriller_873083.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/17/Rabbitohs_remain_on_form_to_beat_Tigers_873082.html Greg Inglis scored four tries to help the Rabbitohs to a 54-10 win over Wests Tigers at ANZ Stadium. Fri, 17 May 2013 11:34:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/17/Rabbitohs_remain_on_form_to_beat_Tigers_873082.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Bombings_at_mosques_kill_12_in_Pakistan_873077.html At least 12 people have been killed and around 22 injured in bomb attacks at two mosques in Pakistan. Fri, 17 May 2013 11:24:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Bombings_at_mosques_kill_12_in_Pakistan_873077.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Search_for_little_Tyler_suspended_873080.html A search for a two-year-old boy who wandered away from his mother into bushland will resume at first light. Fri, 17 May 2013 11:20:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Search_for_little_Tyler_suspended_873080.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/Tiger_Australia_narrows_quarterly_loss_873079.html Tiger Airways reported a quarterly operating loss of $A12.4 million because of higher operational costs. Fri, 17 May 2013 11:14:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/Tiger_Australia_narrows_quarterly_loss_873079.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Twelve_killed_in_Pakistan_mosque_attacks_873078.html At least 12 people have been killed and around 22 injured in bomb attacks at two mosques in Pakistan. Fri, 17 May 2013 11:11:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Twelve_killed_in_Pakistan_mosque_attacks_873078.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/17/Australia_and_US_sign_defence_treaty_873076.html US Secretary of State John Kerry says the new defence trade treaty with Australia benefits both sides. Fri, 17 May 2013 11:03:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/17/Australia_and_US_sign_defence_treaty_873076.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/17/Abbott_backs_Gonski_not_Labors_funding_873075.html Opposition leader Tony Abbott says he supports the Gonski reforms but rejects Labor's funding model. Fri, 17 May 2013 10:58:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/17/Abbott_backs_Gonski_not_Labors_funding_873075.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/Crowns_increased_stake_in_Echo_approved_873073.html Crown casino's bid for an increased stake in rival Echo Entertainment has been approved. Fri, 17 May 2013 10:48:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/Crowns_increased_stake_in_Echo_approved_873073.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/Tokyo_market_seen_to_stay_bullish_873072.html Japanese shares are set to gain further on robust investor appetite as confidence grows in economic growth. Fri, 17 May 2013 10:45:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/Tokyo_market_seen_to_stay_bullish_873072.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/Airlines_facing_fines_for_air_pollution_873071.html Eight Chinese and two Indian airlines face fines for not paying for their greenhouse gas emissions. Fri, 17 May 2013 10:43:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/Airlines_facing_fines_for_air_pollution_873071.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/Spain_posts_monthly_trade_surplus_873069.html Spain announced its first monthly trade surplus since 1971 as imports slumped due to a collapse in demand. Fri, 17 May 2013 10:40:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/Spain_posts_monthly_trade_surplus_873069.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/Asia_shares_mostly_up_as_US_stocks_dip_873068.html Asian shares were mostly stronger as Japanese stocks hit a fresh multi-year high after Wall Street dipped. Fri, 17 May 2013 10:38:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/Asia_shares_mostly_up_as_US_stocks_dip_873068.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Obama_and_Erdogan_demand_Assad_step_down_873066.html US president Barack Obama and Turkey's PM Recep Tayyip Erdogan have called on Bashar al-Assad to step down. Fri, 17 May 2013 10:32:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Obama_and_Erdogan_demand_Assad_step_down_873066.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Gillard_pledges_100M_to_Tas_forest_deal_873065.html The federal government has pledged $100M over four years to help Tasmania restructure its forest industry. Fri, 17 May 2013 10:24:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Gillard_pledges_100M_to_Tas_forest_deal_873065.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/SA_police_find_cache_of_weapons_873062.html A man and woman in SA have been charged with a string of offences after police allegedly seized firearms. Fri, 17 May 2013 09:59:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/SA_police_find_cache_of_weapons_873062.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/17/Chiefs_go_to_top_after_Hurricanes_win_873061.html The Chiefs move to the top of the Super Rugby table after a beating the Hurricanes 17-12 in Wellington. Fri, 17 May 2013 09:57:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/17/Chiefs_go_to_top_after_Hurricanes_win_873061.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/SA_would-be-teachers_face_new_checks_873059.html Tighter screening procedures are to be introduced for those wanting to work in South Australian schools. Fri, 17 May 2013 09:57:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/SA_would-be-teachers_face_new_checks_873059.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Man_charged_over_shining_laser_at_cars_873057.html A man has been charged with endangering people's safety after allegedly pointing a laser at an aircraft. Fri, 17 May 2013 09:54:58 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Man_charged_over_shining_laser_at_cars_873057.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Fisherman_fined_for_wrestling_crocodile_873055.html A fisherman filmed wrestling a crocodile on a far north Queensland island has been convicted and fined. Fri, 17 May 2013 09:52:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Fisherman_fined_for_wrestling_crocodile_873055.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Environment/2013/05/17/First_case_of_fatal_lyssavirus_in_horse_873054.html A horse in southwest Queensland has been confirmed as the first to contract the rare bat-borne lyssavirus. Fri, 17 May 2013 09:49:27 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Environment/2013/05/17/First_case_of_fatal_lyssavirus_in_horse_873054.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/First_case_of_fatal_lyssavirus_in_horse_873052.html A horse in southwest Queensland has been confirmed as the first to contract the rare bat-borne lyssavirus. Fri, 17 May 2013 09:49:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/First_case_of_fatal_lyssavirus_in_horse_873052.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/17/Australian_woman_dies_from_tuberculosis_873051.html A Torres Strait Islander woman has died from an apparent drug resistant strain of tuberculosis. Fri, 17 May 2013 09:46:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/17/Australian_woman_dies_from_tuberculosis_873051.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Australian_woman_dies_from_tuberculosis_873049.html A Torres Strait Islander woman has died from an apparent drug resistant strain of tuberculosis. Fri, 17 May 2013 09:46:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Australian_woman_dies_from_tuberculosis_873049.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Mans_body_found_in_Victorian_house_873047.html The body of an elderly man has been found in a Victorian home with police treating the death as suspicious. Fri, 17 May 2013 09:44:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Mans_body_found_in_Victorian_house_873047.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Popular_Victorian_crocodile_Gator_dies_873044.html A Victorian country town's beloved saltwater crocodile, Gator, has met an untimely death. Fri, 17 May 2013 09:37:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Popular_Victorian_crocodile_Gator_dies_873044.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Toddler_missing_in_NSW_bushland_873042.html A toddler is missing in bushland in the NSW mid-north coast after wandering away from his mother. Fri, 17 May 2013 09:35:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Toddler_missing_in_NSW_bushland_873042.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/17/Chiefs_too_good_for_the_Hurricanes_873041.html The Chiefs have beaten the Hurricanes 17-12 in their Super Rugby clash at Westpac Stadium. Fri, 17 May 2013 09:34:58 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/17/Chiefs_too_good_for_the_Hurricanes_873041.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Two_charged_after_meth_found_in_hair_dye_873039.html Two Hong Kong men have been charged with importing 72 litres of methamphetamine hidden in hair products. Fri, 17 May 2013 09:33:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Two_charged_after_meth_found_in_hair_dye_873039.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Children_assessed_after_Sydney_bus_crash_873037.html A school bus and a light truck have collided, prompting the assessment of eight children for minor injuries. Fri, 17 May 2013 09:31:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Children_assessed_after_Sydney_bus_crash_873037.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Fugitive_caught_in_Gold_Coast_ceiling_873034.html A man who broke out of a NSW jail six weeks ago has been caught hiding in the ceiling of a Gold Coast home. Fri, 17 May 2013 09:27:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Fugitive_caught_in_Gold_Coast_ceiling_873034.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Rogue_driver_arrested_in_NSW_operation_873032.html A truckie disqualified from driving until 2038 has been arrested and charged for allegedly using fake names. Fri, 17 May 2013 09:25:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Rogue_driver_arrested_in_NSW_operation_873032.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Child_sex_probe_had_to_be_limited_873030.html An inquiry heard police compiled pages of evidence for claims of a child sex abuse cover up by the church. Fri, 17 May 2013 09:23:40 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Child_sex_probe_had_to_be_limited_873030.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Blind_Sydney_teenager_missing_873029.html A blind, intellectually disabled teenager who is known to fall asleep on trains has gone missing. Fri, 17 May 2013 08:44:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Blind_Sydney_teenager_missing_873029.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/European_stock_markets_slip_at_open_873027.html Europe's main stock markets drifted lower at the start of trading on Friday. Fri, 17 May 2013 08:30:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/European_stock_markets_slip_at_open_873027.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Lane_change_led_to_truck_accident_873018.html Officers say a lane change was the cause of an accident which saw a truck hanging off a Melbourne bridge. Fri, 17 May 2013 08:14:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Lane_change_led_to_truck_accident_873018.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Gillard_pledges_100M_to_Tas_forest_deal_873017.html The federal government has pledged $100M over four years to help Tasmania restructure its forest industry. Fri, 17 May 2013 08:03:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Gillard_pledges_100M_to_Tas_forest_deal_873017.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Environment/2013/05/17/Puffins_diminishing_with_climate_change_873016.html A census is underway in the England's Farne Islands due to fears that the bird population is shrinking. Fri, 17 May 2013 07:58:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Environment/2013/05/17/Puffins_diminishing_with_climate_change_873016.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Rinehart_warns_of_Euro-style_collapse_873015.html Julia Gillard has dismissed Gina Rinehart's warning of Australia's economic imminent collapse as nonsense. Fri, 17 May 2013 07:57:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Rinehart_warns_of_Euro-style_collapse_873015.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Four_primary_school_girls_assaulted_873014.html A man hunt is underway in Sydney after a man assaulted four girls at a primary school in the inner west. Fri, 17 May 2013 07:50:24 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Four_primary_school_girls_assaulted_873014.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/PM_dismisses_Ginas_outlook_as_nonsense_873012.html The Prime Minister has dismissed Gina Rinehart's grim economic outlook as absolute as 'absolute nonsense.' Fri, 17 May 2013 07:45:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/PM_dismisses_Ginas_outlook_as_nonsense_873012.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Murderer_jailed_for_suitcase_death_873011.html A man has been jailed for 30 years for raping and strangling a woman and dumping her body in a suitcase. Fri, 17 May 2013 07:40:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Murderer_jailed_for_suitcase_death_873011.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/17/Carroll_returns_to_English_squad_873009.html Andy Carroll has been recalled to the English squad for the upcoming friendlies against Ireland and Brazil. Fri, 17 May 2013 07:16:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/17/Carroll_returns_to_English_squad_873009.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/17/Knicks_beat_Pacers_to_stay_alive_in_NBA_873008.html The New York Knicks have avoided elimination beating the Indiana Pacers 85-75 to stay in the NBA playoffs. Fri, 17 May 2013 07:04:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/17/Knicks_beat_Pacers_to_stay_alive_in_NBA_873008.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/17/Panthers_one_win_wont_make_a_season_873007.html Penrith's Kevin Kingston says his team's shock win over the Storm will mean little if they can't back it up. Fri, 17 May 2013 07:04:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/17/Panthers_one_win_wont_make_a_season_873007.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/A_is_down_and_staying_down_873006.html The Australian dollar has fallen buying around 97 US cents against signs of improvement in the US. Fri, 17 May 2013 06:56:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/A_is_down_and_staying_down_873006.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/Australian_shares_close_higher_873005.html The Australian share market has closed higher after a rebound among mining stocks. Fri, 17 May 2013 06:53:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/Australian_shares_close_higher_873005.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Macdonald_tells_ICAC_he_is_not_guilty_873002.html Former NSW mining minister Ian Macdonald has told an ICAC inquiry he's confident he has done nothing wrong. Fri, 17 May 2013 06:49:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Macdonald_tells_ICAC_he_is_not_guilty_873002.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/AOFM_sells_600m_of_October_2015_bonds_872999.html The Australian government has sold $600 million of October 21, 2015 Treasury bonds. Fri, 17 May 2013 06:36:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/AOFM_sells_600m_of_October_2015_bonds_872999.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/China_buys_into_Australian_power_network_872998.html China's state-owned electricity company will spend about $6bn for a major stake in Aust electricity assets. Fri, 17 May 2013 06:34:40 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/China_buys_into_Australian_power_network_872998.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/17/Quade_Cooper_to_miss_Wallabies_call_up_872996.html Wallabies coach Robbie Deans may leave Quade Cooper out of the upcoming games against UK and Irish Lions. Fri, 17 May 2013 06:32:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/17/Quade_Cooper_to_miss_Wallabies_call_up_872996.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/Australian_slump_affects_Nuplex_earnings_872995.html Nuplex Industries has cut the range for its full-year earnings guidance by about $11 million. Fri, 17 May 2013 06:31:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/Australian_slump_affects_Nuplex_earnings_872995.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/17/N_Korea_may_have_200_missile_launchers_872990.html N Korea is now thought to have around twice as many mobile missile launchers as previously estimated. Fri, 17 May 2013 06:27:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/17/N_Korea_may_have_200_missile_launchers_872990.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/Rinehart_warns_of_Euro-style_collapse_872989.html Gina Rinehart has drawn criticism from the PM after saying the nation's economy was heading for a collapse. Fri, 17 May 2013 06:21:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/Rinehart_warns_of_Euro-style_collapse_872989.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/17/Toilet_paper_shortages_in_Venezuela_872988.html Venezuelans scramble to stock up on toilet paper as fears of a bathroom emergency spread across the country. Fri, 17 May 2013 06:17:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/17/Toilet_paper_shortages_in_Venezuela_872988.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/Katter_says_Rates_too_high_for_dollar_872987.html Independent MP Bob Katter says interest rates are far too high compared to Australia's trading partners. Fri, 17 May 2013 06:17:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/Katter_says_Rates_too_high_for_dollar_872987.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Travel/2013/05/17/Robocops_on_Brazil_football_duty.html The Brazilian government says it will be using 30 robots for security duty at the FIFA World Cup in 2014. Fri, 17 May 2013 06:13:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Travel/2013/05/17/Robocops_on_Brazil_football_duty.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/17/Robocops_on_Brazil_football_duty_872986.html The Brazilian government says it will be using 30 robots for security duty at the FIFA World Cup in 2014. Fri, 17 May 2013 06:13:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/17/Robocops_on_Brazil_football_duty_872986.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Travel/2013/05/17/Daft_Punks_Wee_Waa_launch.html Wee Waa is getting set to welcome the official launch of Daft Punk's new album Random Access Memories live. Fri, 17 May 2013 06:10:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Travel/2013/05/17/Daft_Punks_Wee_Waa_launch.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/17/Daft_Punk_to_rock_out_in_Wee_Waa_872985.html Wee Waa is getting set to welcome the official launch of Daft Punk's new album Random Access Memories live. Fri, 17 May 2013 06:10:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/17/Daft_Punk_to_rock_out_in_Wee_Waa_872985.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/17/Argyle_offers_rare_red_diamonds_872984.html Diamonds do not just come in all shapes and sizes, they also come in a rainbow of colours too. Fri, 17 May 2013 06:03:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/17/Argyle_offers_rare_red_diamonds_872984.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Travel/2013/05/17/Life-size_Barbie_dream_house.html A Malibu Barbie dream house has been opened in Berlin where visitors can feel what it's like to be Barbie. Fri, 17 May 2013 06:00:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Travel/2013/05/17/Life-size_Barbie_dream_house.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/17/Life-size_Barbie_dream_house_872982.html A Malibu Barbie dream house has been opened in Berlin where visitors can feel what it's like to be Barbie. Fri, 17 May 2013 06:00:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/17/Life-size_Barbie_dream_house_872982.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/17/Murray_River_search_for_fugitive_Potter_872978.html The search for Australia's most wanted man Graham Gene Potter has narrowed to the banks of the Murray River. Fri, 17 May 2013 05:35:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/17/Murray_River_search_for_fugitive_Potter_872978.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Domestic_violence_help_requests_faked_872965.html A public servant gambled away money she obtained through bogus emergency funding, an Adelaide court heard. Fri, 17 May 2013 05:29:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Domestic_violence_help_requests_faked_872965.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/No_charge_yet_over_South_Perth_death_872966.html A person being questioned over the death of Richard Holloway has been released from custody without charge. Fri, 17 May 2013 05:29:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/No_charge_yet_over_South_Perth_death_872966.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/GPS_tracker_shut_down_Adelaide_courts_872964.html A man putting a suspicious item under a car caused lockdown in SA, but the object turned out to be a GPS. Fri, 17 May 2013 05:29:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/GPS_tracker_shut_down_Adelaide_courts_872964.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Security_guard_faces_court_for_fraud_872963.html A security guard who claimed he'd been pushed into his burning car by thieves faced court on fraud charges. Fri, 17 May 2013 05:29:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Security_guard_faces_court_for_fraud_872963.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Nursing_home_rectifying_issues_872961.html A Brisbane nursing home that breached national care standards says it's working to fix the issues. Fri, 17 May 2013 05:29:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Nursing_home_rectifying_issues_872961.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Sex_worker_ban_a_win_for_common_sense_872962.html A Queensland motel has won a legal battle against a sex worker who successfully sued for discrimination. Fri, 17 May 2013 05:29:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Sex_worker_ban_a_win_for_common_sense_872962.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Lawyer_likens_Church_to_drug_dealers_872960.html The Catholic Church has been likened to outlaw bikie gangs in an explosive speech delivered in Victoria. Fri, 17 May 2013 05:29:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Lawyer_likens_Church_to_drug_dealers_872960.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Man_bashed_run_over_near_Geelong_club_872959.html A man was punched unconscious and run over by a car outside a Geelong nightclub. Fri, 17 May 2013 05:29:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Man_bashed_run_over_near_Geelong_club_872959.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Graphic_material_used_in_extortion_bid_872958.html Police say child abuse material was sent to a man's mobile phone as part of an alleged extortion attempt. Fri, 17 May 2013 05:29:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Graphic_material_used_in_extortion_bid_872958.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Jail_for_pensioner_sex_assault_872957.html A man who sexually assaulted a 70yo Holocaust survivor more than 20 years ago has been sentenced to jail. Fri, 17 May 2013 05:29:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Jail_for_pensioner_sex_assault_872957.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Customs_seize_meth_hidden_as_hair_dye_872956.html Customs officers in NSW have seized 72 litres of liquid methamphetamine disguised as shampoo and hair dye. Fri, 17 May 2013 05:29:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Customs_seize_meth_hidden_as_hair_dye_872956.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Crane_used_to_lift_truck_from_bridge_872955.html Cranes and a remote-control drone have been used to lift a truck that was hanging off a bridge in Melbourne. Fri, 17 May 2013 05:10:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Crane_used_to_lift_truck_from_bridge_872955.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/17/Cyclone_clean-up_begins_in_Bangladesh_872954.html Bangladesh has begun cleaning up after a killer cyclone wrecked thousands of homes along its coast. Fri, 17 May 2013 05:10:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/17/Cyclone_clean-up_begins_in_Bangladesh_872954.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Bangladesh_clean-up_after_killer_cyclone_872953.html Bangladesh has begun cleaning up after a killer cyclone wrecked thousands of homes along its coast. Fri, 17 May 2013 05:08:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Bangladesh_clean-up_after_killer_cyclone_872953.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/Australian_investor_cuts_Summerset_stake_872950.html Summerset Group shareholder Quadrant Private Equity is selling down its 37.2 per cent stake. Fri, 17 May 2013 04:29:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/Australian_investor_cuts_Summerset_stake_872950.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/17/Palmer_says_party_approached_by_WA_MPs_872948.html Clive Palmer says he's been approached by WA parliamentarians keen to become candidates for his party. Fri, 17 May 2013 04:22:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/17/Palmer_says_party_approached_by_WA_MPs_872948.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/17/MP_gets_in_fight_with_kangaroo_872947.html MP Shane Rattenbury has been jumped by a kangaroo as he went for his morning jog in Canberra. Fri, 17 May 2013 04:02:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/17/MP_gets_in_fight_with_kangaroo_872947.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Row_over_pet_dog_led_to_Qld_mans_death_872946.html A woman has told court she didn't realise her boyfriend was near her car when she hit and killed him. Fri, 17 May 2013 03:53:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Row_over_pet_dog_led_to_Qld_mans_death_872946.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Vic_bushfires_lead_to_logging_reduction_872943.html Logging of Victoria's ash forests will be reduced by more than 25 per cent from 2017. Fri, 17 May 2013 03:46:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Vic_bushfires_lead_to_logging_reduction_872943.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/17/Judge_says_no_to_Vioxx_settlement_872938.html The Federal Court has refused a settlement involving Vioxx under which Australians could claim compensation. Fri, 17 May 2013 03:39:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/17/Judge_says_no_to_Vioxx_settlement_872938.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/17/Elle_Macpherson_praises_Victoria_Beckham_872942.html Elle Macpherson says Victoria Beckham is an inspiration to women everywhere. Fri, 17 May 2013 03:38:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/17/Elle_Macpherson_praises_Victoria_Beckham_872942.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/17/Emma_Watson_proud_of_Harry_Potter_872941.html Emma Watson is proud of her work in 'Harry Potter' but is happy to now have the chance to explore new roles. Fri, 17 May 2013 03:38:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/17/Emma_Watson_proud_of_Harry_Potter_872941.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/17/HIV_nurse_slams_Australia_needle_danger_872937.html Australia is way behind the US in protecting medical workers from sharp objects, says a former US nurse. Fri, 17 May 2013 03:22:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/17/HIV_nurse_slams_Australia_needle_danger_872937.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/17/Claims_coalition_budget_falls_26b_short_872935.html The PM says a coalition government would have to make further budget cuts to cover a $26 billion shortfall. Fri, 17 May 2013 03:22:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/17/Claims_coalition_budget_falls_26b_short_872935.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/17/Bridge_crash_driver_critical_872934.html A truck driver may have swerved to avoid collision before his truck skidded off a Melbourne freeway. Fri, 17 May 2013 03:22:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/17/Bridge_crash_driver_critical_872934.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/17/Tony_Mokbel_loses_appeal_bid_872936.html Drug lord Tony Mokbel has lost his appeal against his conviction and 30-year sentence. Fri, 17 May 2013 03:22:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/17/Tony_Mokbel_loses_appeal_bid_872936.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/17/Cancer_funding_will_save_lives_872933.html An investment of $18.5 million into cancer research will halve the number of men dying from prostate cancer. Fri, 17 May 2013 03:20:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/17/Cancer_funding_will_save_lives_872933.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Rural/2013/05/17/Gillard_boosts_Tasmania_forests_millions_872932.html Federal govt money for regions affected by Tasmania's forest peace deal will be boosted and fast-tracked. Fri, 17 May 2013 03:09:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Rural/2013/05/17/Gillard_boosts_Tasmania_forests_millions_872932.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Driver_plummets_20m_from_bridge_872931.html A truck driver may have swerved to avoid collision before his truck skidded off a Melbourne freeway. Fri, 17 May 2013 03:07:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Driver_plummets_20m_from_bridge_872931.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/Australian_stocks_higher_as_miners_gain_872930.html The Australian market was higher at noon due to strong gains from the mining giants. Fri, 17 May 2013 02:51:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/Australian_stocks_higher_as_miners_gain_872930.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/A_falls_as_Japanese_traders_sell_872929.html $A has fallen to another 11-month low as the currency becomes unpopular with Japanese investors. Fri, 17 May 2013 02:48:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/A_falls_as_Japanese_traders_sell_872929.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Drug_boss_Tony_Mokbel_loses_appeal_bid_872928.html Drug lord Tony Mokbel has lost his appeal against his conviction and 30-year sentence. Fri, 17 May 2013 02:41:04 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Drug_boss_Tony_Mokbel_loses_appeal_bid_872928.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Education/2013/05/17/PM_claims_Abbott_falls_26_billion_short.html The PM says a coalition government would have to make further budget cuts to cover a $26 billion shortfall. Fri, 17 May 2013 02:40:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Education/2013/05/17/PM_claims_Abbott_falls_26_billion_short.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/PM_claims_Abbott_falls_26_billion_short_872926.html The PM says a coalition government would have to make further budget cuts to cover a $26 billion shortfall. Fri, 17 May 2013 02:40:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/PM_claims_Abbott_falls_26_billion_short_872926.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/17/Parents_in_Norway_jailed_for_incest_872922.html A Norwegian court has sentenced a couple to 17 years in prison for violence, rape and incestuous relations. Fri, 17 May 2013 02:21:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/17/Parents_in_Norway_jailed_for_incest_872922.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/17/Brothers_arrested_in_US_parade_shooting_872921.html Two brothers have been arrested after a manhunt for the gunmen at the Mother's Day parade in New Orleans. Fri, 17 May 2013 02:19:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/17/Brothers_arrested_in_US_parade_shooting_872921.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Brisbanes_cargo_crime_targeted_872908.html A multi-agency taskforce targeting organised crime in Brisbane's cargo system will start in July. Fri, 17 May 2013 02:08:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Brisbanes_cargo_crime_targeted_872908.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/17/House_Rules_going_out_the_back_door_872913.html The Seven Network's reality renovating show House Rules has lost more viewers. Fri, 17 May 2013 02:02:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/17/House_Rules_going_out_the_back_door_872913.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/17/Unborn_baby_death_sparks_investigation_872911.html Investigations have begun after the death of an unborn baby whose mother was turned away from hospital. Fri, 17 May 2013 01:58:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/17/Unborn_baby_death_sparks_investigation_872911.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Man_gets_30_years_for_student_murder_872910.html A Sydney man who raped and murdered an Indian student has been jailed for at least 30 years. Fri, 17 May 2013 01:58:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Man_gets_30_years_for_student_murder_872910.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/17/Pair_incident_was_a_mistake_says_Bishop_872907.html Julie Bishop says a decision to deny Labor MP Michelle Rowland a pair to be with her ill child was a mistake Fri, 17 May 2013 01:56:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/17/Pair_incident_was_a_mistake_says_Bishop_872907.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/17/Truck_driver_plummets_20_metres_872906.html A truck has crashed in Melbourne and is hanging off the Bolte Bridge causing traffic chaos. Fri, 17 May 2013 01:56:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/17/Truck_driver_plummets_20_metres_872906.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/17/Abbott_shies_away_from_budget_timeframe_872905.html Tony Abbott has shied away from giving a timeframe for his proposed $5 billion budget spending cuts. Fri, 17 May 2013 01:56:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/17/Abbott_shies_away_from_budget_timeframe_872905.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/17/Jobs_under_threat_at_Naval_shipyard_872904.html 1100 jobs could be axed at a shipyard in Melbourne within two years unless new ships are commissioned. Fri, 17 May 2013 01:56:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/17/Jobs_under_threat_at_Naval_shipyard_872904.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Qlds_one_punch_killer_wins_appeal_872902.html A man found guilty of killing a 45-year-old man with a single punch will be retried for manslaughter. Fri, 17 May 2013 01:54:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Qlds_one_punch_killer_wins_appeal_872902.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/17/Saltman_takes_2-shot_lead_at_Madeira_872875.html Lloyd Saltman has taken a two-shot lead after the first round of the European Tour's Madeira Islands Open. Fri, 17 May 2013 01:38:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/17/Saltman_takes_2-shot_lead_at_Madeira_872875.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/17/Nadal_survives_Gulbis_test_in_Rome_872874.html Nadal now stands 6-0 against Gulbis as he bids for a seventh Rome title. Fri, 17 May 2013 01:37:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/17/Nadal_survives_Gulbis_test_in_Rome_872874.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/1100_shipbuilding_jobs_under_threat_872896.html 1100 jobs could be axed at a shipyard in Melbourne within two years unless new ships are commissioned. Fri, 17 May 2013 01:33:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/1100_shipbuilding_jobs_under_threat_872896.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/Lower_earnings_predicted_for_Target_872895.html Wesfarmers has predicted a 'disappointing' earning results for its Target stores. Fri, 17 May 2013 01:26:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/Lower_earnings_predicted_for_Target_872895.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/S_and_P_cuts_outlook_for_NZ_small_banks_872894.html Standard & Poor's has put eight NZ local banks on notice over the rising risk of a housing bubble bursting. Fri, 17 May 2013 01:21:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/S_and_P_cuts_outlook_for_NZ_small_banks_872894.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Government_apologises_for_baby_death_872893.html Investigations have begun after the death of an unborn baby whose mother was turned away from hospital. Fri, 17 May 2013 01:20:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Government_apologises_for_baby_death_872893.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/Abbott_sensitive_to_small_business_872891.html A lobby group says Tony Abbott's budget reply speech will increase the focus on small business. Fri, 17 May 2013 01:16:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/Abbott_sensitive_to_small_business_872891.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/17/Four_hackers_jailed_for_cyberattacks_872890.html Four computer hackers who masterminded cyberattacks on the CIA have been sentenced to 32 months prison. Fri, 17 May 2013 01:14:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/17/Four_hackers_jailed_for_cyberattacks_872890.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/WorleyParsons_cuts_profit_guidance_872889.html Engineering giant WorleyParsons has cut its profit guidance because of delays to major resources projects. Fri, 17 May 2013 01:12:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/WorleyParsons_cuts_profit_guidance_872889.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/Australian_market_edges_higher_872888.html Gains by miners and the big four banks have driven the Australian share market higher despite a US fall. Fri, 17 May 2013 01:02:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/Australian_market_edges_higher_872888.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/17/Obama_urges_better_embassy_security_872886.html President Barack Obama has urged congress to fund upgrades to US embassy security across the world. Fri, 17 May 2013 00:49:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/17/Obama_urges_better_embassy_security_872886.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/17/German_neo-Nazi_trial_adjourned_to_June_872885.html Germany's trial of a woman accused of being part of a neo-Nazi killer trio has been adjourned until June. Fri, 17 May 2013 00:41:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/17/German_neo-Nazi_trial_adjourned_to_June_872885.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/17/Multiple_tornados_kill_six_in_Texas_872884.html Ten tornadoes have torn through the US state of Texas overnight, killing at least six people. Fri, 17 May 2013 00:25:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/17/Multiple_tornados_kill_six_in_Texas_872884.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/17/Cameron_denies_Crosby_works_for_UK_govt_872883.html The man tasked with helping to return a Tory majority has not been given a security pass to Downing Street. Fri, 17 May 2013 00:23:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/17/Cameron_denies_Crosby_works_for_UK_govt_872883.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/New_flood_tax_planned_for_Queensland_872878.html Queensland's government will reportedly introduce a tax to fund flood-proofing projects. Fri, 17 May 2013 00:15:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/New_flood_tax_planned_for_Queensland_872878.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/US_soldier_gets_life_for_Iraq_killings_872881.html A US soldier convicted of killing five colleagues in Iraq in May 2009 was sentenced to life behind bars. Fri, 17 May 2013 00:15:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/US_soldier_gets_life_for_Iraq_killings_872881.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/17/Brighton_boss_Poyet_suspended_872879.html Brighton's Gus Poyet has been suspended for reportedly telling players he was likely to quit at season's end Fri, 17 May 2013 00:10:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/17/Brighton_boss_Poyet_suspended_872879.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Murder_charges_over_twin_WA_deaths_872876.html A 36-year-old man has been charged with murder following the discovery of two bodies in Perth. Fri, 17 May 2013 00:01:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Murder_charges_over_twin_WA_deaths_872876.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Environment/2013/05/17/US_lawmakers_try_to_ban_captive_big_cats_872873.html US lawmakers have proposed a ban on the private possession and breeding of big cats. Thu, 16 May 2013 23:58:04 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Environment/2013/05/17/US_lawmakers_try_to_ban_captive_big_cats_872873.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/17/Downer_warns_election_could_be_close_872870.html Alexander Downer has warned the opposition the federal election may be far closer than everyone thinks. Thu, 16 May 2013 23:44:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/17/Downer_warns_election_could_be_close_872870.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Bishop_says_pair_incident_was_a_mistake_872868.html Julie Bishop says a decision to deny Labor MP Michelle Rowland a pair to be with her ill child was a mistake Thu, 16 May 2013 23:39:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Bishop_says_pair_incident_was_a_mistake_872868.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Abbott_forecasts_fair_bit_of_saving_872867.html Tony Abbott has shied away from giving a timeframe for his proposed $5 billion budget spending cuts. Thu, 16 May 2013 23:39:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Abbott_forecasts_fair_bit_of_saving_872867.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Second_fire_in_a_week_at_Adelaide_house_872865.html Fire has damaged an Adelaide house for the second time in a week. Thu, 16 May 2013 23:35:27 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Second_fire_in_a_week_at_Adelaide_house_872865.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/Dell_profits_plunge_on_PC_woes_872863.html US computer giant Dell says its quarterly profit has plunged 79 per cent from a year ago. Thu, 16 May 2013 23:22:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/Dell_profits_plunge_on_PC_woes_872863.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/17/Obama_and_Erdogan_demand_Assad_step_down_872862.html US President Barack Obama and Turkish PM Recep Tayyip Erdogan say Bashar al-Assad must stand down as leader. Thu, 16 May 2013 23:14:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/17/Obama_and_Erdogan_demand_Assad_step_down_872862.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/Miners_are_not_ATMs_Rinehart_says_872861.html The resources sector is being used like an ATM and Australia's debt is unsustainable, Gina Rinehart says. Thu, 16 May 2013 23:14:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/Miners_are_not_ATMs_Rinehart_says_872861.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Obama_and_Erdogan_demand_Assad_step_down_872860.html US President Barack Obama and Turkish PM Recep Tayyip Erdogan say Bashar al-Assad must stand down as leader. Thu, 16 May 2013 23:14:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Obama_and_Erdogan_demand_Assad_step_down_872860.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/17/Cavendish_wins_Giro_stage_100th_victory_872859.html Cadel Evans remained second overall as Britain's Mark Cavendish won the wet 12th stage of the Giro d'Italia. Thu, 16 May 2013 23:11:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/17/Cavendish_wins_Giro_stage_100th_victory_872859.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Women_assaulted_in_Sydney_home_invasion_872856.html A man has been charged after an eight-year-old girl was hit in the face and her aunt was assaulted. Thu, 16 May 2013 23:07:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Women_assaulted_in_Sydney_home_invasion_872856.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/17/New_Zealand_stifle_England_in_first_Test_872854.html New Zealand took charge of the first Test at Lord's, reducing England to 4-160 as rain forced an early close Thu, 16 May 2013 23:06:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/17/New_Zealand_stifle_England_in_first_Test_872854.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Man_accused_of_bomb_hoaxes_nabbed_872852.html A man accused of making false bomb threats to dozens of businesses in southeast Queensland has been arrested Thu, 16 May 2013 22:59:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Man_accused_of_bomb_hoaxes_nabbed_872852.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Passengers_to_win_from_rail_revamp_872850.html The NSW government says Sydney's new train timetable will be a big hit with rail customers. Thu, 16 May 2013 22:53:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Passengers_to_win_from_rail_revamp_872850.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/New_flood_tax_planned_for_Queensland_872847.html Queensland's government will reportedly introduce a tax to fund flood-proofing projects. Thu, 16 May 2013 22:51:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/New_flood_tax_planned_for_Queensland_872847.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Police_say_officer_caught_drink-driving_872846.html A police officer has allegedly been caught drink-driving in Sydney's north. Thu, 16 May 2013 22:49:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/17/Police_say_officer_caught_drink-driving_872846.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/17/Aussie_alleges_abuse_at_Jacksons_hands_872844.html Australian dance choreographer Wade Robson says Michael Jackson was a pedophile who sexually abused him. Thu, 16 May 2013 22:35:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/17/Aussie_alleges_abuse_at_Jacksons_hands_872844.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/17/Directors_honour_Campion_at_Cannes_872842.html Another honour at the Cannes Film Festival has added further weight to Jane Campion's legendary status. Thu, 16 May 2013 22:33:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/17/Directors_honour_Campion_at_Cannes_872842.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/17/Facebook_Twitter_jump_on_Google_glasses_872839.html Facebook and Twitter have launched applications for Google glasses in a rush to learn more about the eyewear Thu, 16 May 2013 22:23:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/17/Facebook_Twitter_jump_on_Google_glasses_872839.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/17/Beckham_calls_time_on_stellar_career_872836.html Football megastar David Beckham has announced he is to retire after a glittering 20-year playing career. Thu, 16 May 2013 22:11:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/17/Beckham_calls_time_on_stellar_career_872836.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/Australian_market_set_to_open_flat_872835.html The Australian market looks set to open flat after US stocks paused from their recent rally. Thu, 16 May 2013 22:01:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/Australian_market_set_to_open_flat_872835.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/A_hits_11-month_low_against_strong_US_872834.html The Australian dollar has fallen to a fresh 11-month low amid continuing optimism about the US economy. Thu, 16 May 2013 21:58:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/A_hits_11-month_low_against_strong_US_872834.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/Gold_prices_retreat_further_872833.html Gold futures have fallen for a sixth consecutive session. Thu, 16 May 2013 21:54:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/Gold_prices_retreat_further_872833.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/Copper_price_on_LME_lifts_872832.html Copper on the London Metal Exchange has closed higher, leading the way for other metals. Thu, 16 May 2013 21:49:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/Copper_price_on_LME_lifts_872832.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/US_stocks_dip_on_middling_data_872831.html US stocks have taken a pause from a recent winning streak. Thu, 16 May 2013 21:46:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/US_stocks_dip_on_middling_data_872831.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/17/V8s_bracing_for_first-turn_mayhem_872830.html Holden driver James Courtney admits the V8 Supercars could introduce themselves to the United States. Thu, 16 May 2013 21:45:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/17/V8s_bracing_for_first-turn_mayhem_872830.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/17/Apple_marks_50_billionth_app_with_prize_872827.html Apple has announced the number of mini-programs downloaded from its App Store has blasted past 50 billion. Thu, 16 May 2013 21:36:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/17/Apple_marks_50_billionth_app_with_prize_872827.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Truck_hangs_from_the_Bolte_Bridge_872824.html A truck has crashed in Melbourne and is hanging off the Bolte Bridge causing traffic chaos. Thu, 16 May 2013 21:35:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Truck_hangs_from_the_Bolte_Bridge_872824.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/17/Heart_treatment_needs_intensive_care_872823.html The Heart Foundation says the way Australia deals with heart attacks needs dramatic improvement. Thu, 16 May 2013 21:33:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/17/Heart_treatment_needs_intensive_care_872823.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Environment/2013/05/17/Toad_busters_challenge_Premier_to_trip_872822.html Cane toad warriors are challenging WA Premier Colin Barnett to join their Kimberley extermination mission. Thu, 16 May 2013 21:31:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Environment/2013/05/17/Toad_busters_challenge_Premier_to_trip_872822.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/17/Tomlinson_remains_featherweight_champion_872821.html Will Tomlinson has defended his super featherweight world title with a win over Malcolm Klassen. Thu, 16 May 2013 21:24:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/17/Tomlinson_remains_featherweight_champion_872821.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/European_stocks_end_mixed_872819.html Europe's main stock markets have ended mixed after poor US unemployment data. Thu, 16 May 2013 20:54:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/European_stocks_end_mixed_872819.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/Evil_Google_criticised_by_British_MP_872818.html A senior British MP has described Google as 'evil' and accused the internet giant of avoiding paying tax. Thu, 16 May 2013 20:52:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/17/Evil_Google_criticised_by_British_MP_872818.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Google_described_as_evil_by_British_MP_872813.html A senior British MP has described Google as 'evil' and accused the internet giant of avoiding paying tax. Thu, 16 May 2013 20:37:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Google_described_as_evil_by_British_MP_872813.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/At_least_14_dead_as_cyclone_weakens_872809.html A cyclone that slammed into Bangladesh has forced the evacuation of one million people and killed 14. Thu, 16 May 2013 20:35:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/At_least_14_dead_as_cyclone_weakens_872809.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/17/Evil_Google_criticised_by_British_MP_872807.html A senior British MP has described Google as 'evil' and accused the internet giant of avoiding paying tax. Thu, 16 May 2013 20:32:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/17/Evil_Google_criticised_by_British_MP_872807.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Flypast_marks_70_years_since_Dambusters_872806.html A British World War II Lancaster bomber has performed a flypast to mark 70 years since a daring raid. Thu, 16 May 2013 20:24:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Flypast_marks_70_years_since_Dambusters_872806.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/17/Flypast_marks_70_years_since_WWII_raid_872805.html A British World War II Lancaster bomber has performed a flypast to mark 70 years since a daring raid. Thu, 16 May 2013 20:21:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/17/Flypast_marks_70_years_since_WWII_raid_872805.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/17/Man_shoots_himself_in_primary_school_872801.html A middle-aged man with a history of family problems has shot himself dead in a Paris primary school. Thu, 16 May 2013 19:18:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/17/Man_shoots_himself_in_primary_school_872801.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/17/Bangladesh_cyclone_weakens_14_dead_872799.html A cyclone that slammed into Bangladesh has forced the evacuation of one million people and killed 14. Thu, 16 May 2013 19:15:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/17/Bangladesh_cyclone_weakens_14_dead_872799.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Six_dead_as_10_tornadoes_strike_Texas_872795.html Ten tornadoes have torn through the US state of Texas overnight, killing at least six people. Thu, 16 May 2013 19:12:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Six_dead_as_10_tornadoes_strike_Texas_872795.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Boston_suspect_wrote_note_before_capture_872794.html Boston bombing suspect wrote a note before his capture where he called the victims 'collateral damage'. Thu, 16 May 2013 19:04:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Boston_suspect_wrote_note_before_capture_872794.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Obama_and_Erdogan_agree_on_Syria_872793.html President Obama and Turkish PM Recep Tayyip Erdogan have vowed to crank up pressure on Syria's president. Thu, 16 May 2013 19:01:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Obama_and_Erdogan_agree_on_Syria_872793.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Deadly_Bangladesh_cyclone_weakens_872789.html Conditions have eased and Bangladesh officials have downgraded a cyclone warning to a tropical depression. Thu, 16 May 2013 14:54:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Deadly_Bangladesh_cyclone_weakens_872789.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Bangladesh_garment_hub_to_reopen_872788.html Manufacturers in Bangladesh say they will reopen the factories outside the city despite safety protests. Thu, 16 May 2013 14:51:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/17/Bangladesh_garment_hub_to_reopen_872788.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/17/Beckham_to_retire_at_seasons_end_872787.html Football star David Beckham has announced he will retire at the end of the European season. Thu, 16 May 2013 14:28:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/17/Beckham_to_retire_at_seasons_end_872787.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/17/England_1-56_at_lunch_against_NZ_872782.html England was at 1-56 at lunch on the first day of play of the first Test against New Zealand at Lords. Thu, 16 May 2013 14:02:30 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/17/England_1-56_at_lunch_against_NZ_872782.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Lampard_signs_one-year_extension_872781.html Frank Lampard signed a one-year contract extension with Chelsea, saying he had considered quitting the club. Thu, 16 May 2013 13:58:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Lampard_signs_one-year_extension_872781.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Coleman_quits_as_Sharks_chairman_872780.html Glen Coleman has quit as chairman of the Cronulla Sharks with Damian Keogh expected to replace him. Thu, 16 May 2013 13:54:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Coleman_quits_as_Sharks_chairman_872780.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/16/Wong_says_sneak_peak_of_savage_cuts_872778.html Penny Wong says Tony Abbott has given a 'sneak peek' of the savage cuts he would implement as PM. Thu, 16 May 2013 13:54:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/16/Wong_says_sneak_peak_of_savage_cuts_872778.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Wong_says_sneak_peak_of_savage_cuts_872775.html Penny Wong says Tony Abbott has given a 'sneak peek' of the savage cuts he would implement as PM. Thu, 16 May 2013 13:42:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Wong_says_sneak_peak_of_savage_cuts_872775.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Cricketers_arrested_for_match_fixing_872771.html Police in Delhi have arrested three Indian cricket players for match fixing in the Twenty20 competition. Thu, 16 May 2013 13:06:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Cricketers_arrested_for_match_fixing_872771.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Griffin_in_lead_at_South_Korea_Open_872773.html Australian Matt Griffin has taken a one shot lead in the first round of the South Korean Open. Thu, 16 May 2013 12:28:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Griffin_in_lead_at_South_Korea_Open_872773.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Tait_furious_over_match_fixing_link_872772.html Fast bowler Shaun Tait has denied any link to the arrest of three Indian cricketers over match fixing. Thu, 16 May 2013 12:23:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Tait_furious_over_match_fixing_link_872772.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/16/Stroke_cases_fall_as_people_quit_smoking_872770.html The number of stroke cases has fallen in the past 20 years despite the ageing of the population. Thu, 16 May 2013 12:10:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/16/Stroke_cases_fall_as_people_quit_smoking_872770.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/16/Instagram_blunder_helps_ID_alleged_thief_872769.html Uploading a 'selfie' to Instagram has seen an alleged phone thief's image go viral making its way to police. Thu, 16 May 2013 12:06:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/16/Instagram_blunder_helps_ID_alleged_thief_872769.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/16/KFC_comes_to_Gaza_via_smugglers_tunnels_872768.html Junk-food starved Gazans can now order Kentucky Fried Chicken to go, thanks to a new smuggling service. Thu, 16 May 2013 12:00:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/16/KFC_comes_to_Gaza_via_smugglers_tunnels_872768.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/16/Boffins_printing_solar_panels_on_demand_872767.html Soon we could all be printing solar panels at home, thanks to a team of world-leading Australian experts. Thu, 16 May 2013 11:54:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/16/Boffins_printing_solar_panels_on_demand_872767.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/16/Embryonic_stem_cells_made_from_skin_872766.html US researchers have turned human skin cells into embryonic stem cells for the first time. Thu, 16 May 2013 11:49:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/16/Embryonic_stem_cells_made_from_skin_872766.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Collingwood_regain_Ball_for_AFL_clash_872759.html Collingwood have regained Luke Ball but lost midfielder Dale Thomas in four changes for the Geelong clash. Thu, 16 May 2013 11:28:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Collingwood_regain_Ball_for_AFL_clash_872759.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Abbott_lays_out_4bn_a_year_in_savings_872763.html Opposition leader Tony Abbott has vowed to scrap the carbon tax during his budget reply speech. Thu, 16 May 2013 11:22:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Abbott_lays_out_4bn_a_year_in_savings_872763.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Abbotts_budget_will_hurt_Australians_872761.html The government's finance spokesperson Penny Wong says the Coalition's budget will hurt working Australians. Thu, 16 May 2013 11:15:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Abbotts_budget_will_hurt_Australians_872761.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Officer_to_oversee_live_export_welfare_872758.html A government investigation has recommended sheep exporters employ a supply chain officer to oversee welfare. Thu, 16 May 2013 10:47:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Officer_to_oversee_live_export_welfare_872758.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/16/SA_Bill_passes_for_cheaper_car_rego_872754.html SA motorists will save up to $104 after changes to the government's Compulsory Third Party scheme. Thu, 16 May 2013 09:57:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/16/SA_Bill_passes_for_cheaper_car_rego_872754.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Abbott_pledges_to_keep_tax_thresholds_872753.html Opposition leader Tony Abbott says he will keep the current tax thresholds to boost productivity if elected. Thu, 16 May 2013 09:50:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Abbott_pledges_to_keep_tax_thresholds_872753.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/16/Abbott_yet_to_lodge_no_confidence_motion_872752.html The Coalition is yet to lodge a no confidence motion in the Gillard government despite promising to do so. Thu, 16 May 2013 09:41:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/16/Abbott_yet_to_lodge_no_confidence_motion_872752.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Denial_of_MP_pair_ignites_sexism_debate_872750.html The Sexism debate has been reignited after the Coalition denied a Labor MP a pair to visit her sick child. Thu, 16 May 2013 09:25:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Denial_of_MP_pair_ignites_sexism_debate_872750.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/Swan_says_no_comparison_with_NZ_budget_872749.html New Zealand Finance Minister Bill English has forecast a budget surplus a year earlier than Australia. Thu, 16 May 2013 09:20:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/Swan_says_no_comparison_with_NZ_budget_872749.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Budget_needs_emergency_rescue-_Hockey_872748.html The Coalition says it will provide 'emergency rescue' to the national finances if it is elected. Thu, 16 May 2013 09:18:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Budget_needs_emergency_rescue-_Hockey_872748.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/Airport_to_pay_higher_distributions_872747.html Sydney Airport has forecast the highest distributions for its shareholders as passenger numbers rise. Thu, 16 May 2013 09:16:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/Airport_to_pay_higher_distributions_872747.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/Japanese_economy_grows_again_872746.html Japan says that its economy grew again in the quarter to March, pointing to a recovery. Thu, 16 May 2013 09:13:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/Japanese_economy_grows_again_872746.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Cricketers_arrested_for_spot-fixing_872739.html Police in Delhi have arrested three Indian cricket players for match fixing in the Twenty20 competition. Thu, 16 May 2013 09:13:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Cricketers_arrested_for_spot-fixing_872739.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Freo_recall_Clarke_for_Swans_clash_872743.html Fremantle have recalled ruckman Zac Clarke for their game against the Sydney Swans at the SCG on Saturday. Thu, 16 May 2013 08:57:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Freo_recall_Clarke_for_Swans_clash_872743.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/Brockman_seeks_access_to_FMGs_rail_872742.html Brockman Resources has sought access to Fortescue Metal's rail infrastructure in WA's Pilbara region. Thu, 16 May 2013 08:56:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/Brockman_seeks_access_to_FMGs_rail_872742.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/Virgin_shares_down_after_profit_warning_872741.html Virgin Australia's shares tumbled following a profit warning issued by the airline after the market closed. Thu, 16 May 2013 08:52:40 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/Virgin_shares_down_after_profit_warning_872741.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/16/New_Zealand_central_bank_gets_new_powers_872740.html NZ's tweaking the central model it once held up to the rest of the world as an example for others to follow. Thu, 16 May 2013 08:39:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/16/New_Zealand_central_bank_gets_new_powers_872740.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/16/Lenins_tomb_reopens_after_renovation_872738.html The tomb of Russia's revolutionary leader Vladimir Lenin has reopened after major repairs for water damage. Thu, 16 May 2013 08:37:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/16/Lenins_tomb_reopens_after_renovation_872738.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Labor_denies_it_seduced_Thomson_to_run_872733.html Labor has rejected claims it encouraged Craig Thomson to contest the election in order to gain a redundancy. Thu, 16 May 2013 08:23:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Labor_denies_it_seduced_Thomson_to_run_872733.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Police_name_couple_in_Coral_Bay_tragedy_872727.html WA police have named the couple in the Coral Bay snorkelling tragedy as Kathreen Ricketson and Rob Shugg. Thu, 16 May 2013 08:12:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Police_name_couple_in_Coral_Bay_tragedy_872727.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Macdonald_denies_gifting_Maitland_mine_872726.html Ian Macdonald has continued to deny he gave a lucrative mining license to his friend John Maitland at ICAC. Thu, 16 May 2013 08:06:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Macdonald_denies_gifting_Maitland_mine_872726.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Six_dead_37_hurt_in_Kabul_blast_872723.html The Afghan health ministry says a suicide car bomb attack in Kabul killed six civilians and wounded 37. Thu, 16 May 2013 07:55:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Six_dead_37_hurt_in_Kabul_blast_872723.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/16/People_of_Dobell_mixed_views_on_Thomson_872722.html Voters in the NSW electorate of Dobell have mixed reactions to the news of Craig Thomson election plans. Thu, 16 May 2013 07:54:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/16/People_of_Dobell_mixed_views_on_Thomson_872722.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Education/2013/05/16/Unemployed_youth_mix_job_hunt_with_study.html ABS figures show there were 125,000 people between the age of 15 and 19 who were unemployed in April. Thu, 16 May 2013 07:50:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Education/2013/05/16/Unemployed_youth_mix_job_hunt_with_study.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/16/Unemployed_youth_mix_job_hunt_with_study_872721.html ABS figures show there were 125,000 people between the age of 15 and 19 who were unemployed in April. Thu, 16 May 2013 07:50:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/16/Unemployed_youth_mix_job_hunt_with_study_872721.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/16/NSW_needs_wealthier_tourists_-_Packer_872720.html James Packer says his Crown Casino at Barangaroo will help Sydney attract wealthier tourists from China. Thu, 16 May 2013 07:43:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/16/NSW_needs_wealthier_tourists_-_Packer_872720.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/A_hits_fresh_11-month_low_872717.html The Australian dollar has hit a fresh 11-month low as investors continue to pile onto its US counterpart. Thu, 16 May 2013 07:22:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/A_hits_fresh_11-month_low_872717.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/Resources_investment_to_peak_at_85bn_872716.html Investment in Australia's resources sector is expected to peak at a record $85 billion this year. Thu, 16 May 2013 07:18:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/Resources_investment_to_peak_at_85bn_872716.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/16/Soldiers_bodies_not_upside-down_872715.html A defence inquiry has found the bodies of two Australian soldiers weren't mishandled when put in caskets. Thu, 16 May 2013 07:16:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/16/Soldiers_bodies_not_upside-down_872715.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Soldiers_bodies_not_upside-down_872714.html A defence inquiry has found the bodies of two Australian soldiers weren't mishandled when put in caskets. Thu, 16 May 2013 07:16:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Soldiers_bodies_not_upside-down_872714.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/More_funds_returned_to_Banksia_investors_872713.html Investors owed $660 million by Banksia Securities will receive an early repayment as the sale progresses. Thu, 16 May 2013 07:15:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/More_funds_returned_to_Banksia_investors_872713.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/Anketell_Point_port_project_approved_872711.html The Anketell Point port project in the Pilbara region has been approved by Environment Minister Tony Burke. Thu, 16 May 2013 07:11:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/Anketell_Point_port_project_approved_872711.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/Stocks_down_on_commodities_weakness_872710.html The Aust market finished lower as weaker commodity prices weighed on the nation's biggest mining stocks. Thu, 16 May 2013 07:10:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/Stocks_down_on_commodities_weakness_872710.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/Clean_Seas_happy_to_predict_4-6m_loss_872709.html Fish farmer Clean Seas Tuna's shares have risen more than 27 per cent after it said a profit was in sight. Thu, 16 May 2013 07:07:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/Clean_Seas_happy_to_predict_4-6m_loss_872709.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/16/New_Tarkine_mine_gets_EPA_approval_872706.html Tasmania's Environment Protection Authority has approved an iron ore mine in the Tarkine rainforest. Thu, 16 May 2013 07:02:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/16/New_Tarkine_mine_gets_EPA_approval_872706.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/16/Bangladesh_Myanmar_suffer_with_cyclone_872703.html A cyclone ripped into the Bangladesh and Myanmar as people hunkered down in evacuation shelters. Thu, 16 May 2013 06:53:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/16/Bangladesh_Myanmar_suffer_with_cyclone_872703.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Cyclone_rips_into_Bangladesh_and_Myanmar_872702.html A cyclone ripped into the Bangladesh and Myanmar as people hunkered down in evacuation shelters. Thu, 16 May 2013 06:52:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Cyclone_rips_into_Bangladesh_and_Myanmar_872702.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/NZs_ratings_unchanged_by_budget_872701.html The major rating agencies have given NZ Finance Minister Bill English the all-clear for his fifth budget. Thu, 16 May 2013 06:48:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/NZs_ratings_unchanged_by_budget_872701.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/16/Texas_tornado_causes_devastation_872700.html At least six people were killed and 100 injured as a tornado damaged and destroyed dozens of homes in Texas. Thu, 16 May 2013 06:45:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/16/Texas_tornado_causes_devastation_872700.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/Budget_has_NZ_dollar_bouncing_off_lows_872699.html The New Zealand dollar came off its recent lows as the budget kept the operating surplus target intact. Thu, 16 May 2013 06:40:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/Budget_has_NZ_dollar_bouncing_off_lows_872699.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/At_least_6_killed_in_Texas_tornado_872698.html At least six people have been killed after a tornado ripped through the US state of Texas. Thu, 16 May 2013 06:39:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/At_least_6_killed_in_Texas_tornado_872698.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/Graincorp_profits_fall_amid_takeover_872697.html Graincorp has reported a one-third profit drop as regulators consider a takeover bid from a US food giant. Thu, 16 May 2013 06:37:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/Graincorp_profits_fall_amid_takeover_872697.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Broncos_Wallace_wants_NRL_chance_872696.html Bronco's forward Jarrod Wallace is set to make his second appearance against the Titans on Friday. Thu, 16 May 2013 06:33:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Broncos_Wallace_wants_NRL_chance_872696.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Memphis_advance_to_NBA_semi-finals_872695.html The Memphis Grizzlies are into the NBA semi-finals for the first time after beating Oklahoma City 88-84. Thu, 16 May 2013 06:33:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Memphis_advance_to_NBA_semi-finals_872695.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/Woodside_eyes_huge_Mozambique_gas_field_872694.html Woodside Petroleum eyed an offshore gas field in Mozambique for its liquefied natural gas exports potential. Thu, 16 May 2013 06:33:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/Woodside_eyes_huge_Mozambique_gas_field_872694.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Environment/2013/05/16/WWF_says_LNP_breaks_Qld_land_law_promise_872688.html WWF says the Qld govt has broken an election promise by allowing farmers to clear protected bushland. Thu, 16 May 2013 06:24:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Environment/2013/05/16/WWF_says_LNP_breaks_Qld_land_law_promise_872688.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Environment/2013/05/16/About_130_birds_dead_in_stormy_weather_872687.html About 130 flesh-footed shearwater birds have been killed during stormy weather in Western Australia. Thu, 16 May 2013 06:20:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Environment/2013/05/16/About_130_birds_dead_in_stormy_weather_872687.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/War_civilian_deaths_an_accident_-_report_872686.html A defence inquiry has found Australian Special Forces were not responsible for shooting a civilian in 2011. Thu, 16 May 2013 06:18:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/War_civilian_deaths_an_accident_-_report_872686.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Environment/2013/05/16/Boffins_printing_solar_panels_like_money_872685.html Australian scientists have found a way to print large but extremely lightweight solar panels like money. Thu, 16 May 2013 06:16:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Environment/2013/05/16/Boffins_printing_solar_panels_like_money_872685.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/16/TV_satellite_hit_by_lightning_872684.html A television satellite has been struck by lightning in the Russian city St. Petersburg. Thu, 16 May 2013 06:13:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/16/TV_satellite_hit_by_lightning_872684.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Multiple_fatalities_in_Texas_tornado_872682.html A tornado has ripped through a picturesque lakeside Texas town in the US, resulting in multiple fatalities. Thu, 16 May 2013 05:37:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Multiple_fatalities_in_Texas_tornado_872682.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Old_foes_unite_for_Silver_Ferns_872679.html Former Australian shooter Vicki Wilson has been appointed new assistant coach for NZ's Silver Ferns. Thu, 16 May 2013 05:20:58 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Old_foes_unite_for_Silver_Ferns_872679.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Magpies_Dale_Thomas_out_for_two_games_872678.html A major blow for Collingwood Dale Thomas ruled out for the next two rounds with an ankle injury. Thu, 16 May 2013 05:08:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Magpies_Dale_Thomas_out_for_two_games_872678.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/16/Senate_passes_DisabilityCare_laws_872675.html Both houses of parliament have passed the NDIS into law with the scheme set to come in on July 1. Thu, 16 May 2013 05:01:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/16/Senate_passes_DisabilityCare_laws_872675.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Disability_Care_laws_pass_Senate_872674.html Both houses of parliament have passed the NDIS into law with the scheme set to come in on July 1. Thu, 16 May 2013 04:59:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Disability_Care_laws_pass_Senate_872674.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/16/Boy_assaulted_a_convenience_store_872669.html A teenager has had some of his teeth knocked out in a confrontation at a convenience store in Parramatta. Thu, 16 May 2013 04:53:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/16/Boy_assaulted_a_convenience_store_872669.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/16/First-edition_books_get_A350k_at_sale_872664.html A collection of literary first editions amassed by an English teacher has sold at auction for $A350,000. Thu, 16 May 2013 04:53:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/16/First-edition_books_get_A350k_at_sale_872664.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/16/Operatic_tenor_Lance_Ingram_dies_872663.html Lance Ingram, described by some as Australia's greatest ever operatic tenor, has died at home aged 86. Thu, 16 May 2013 04:52:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/16/Operatic_tenor_Lance_Ingram_dies_872663.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Souths_duo_handed_new_NRL_contracts_872673.html South Sydney have rewarded Bryson Goodwin and Dave Tyrrell with upgraded two-year contracts. Thu, 16 May 2013 04:29:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Souths_duo_handed_new_NRL_contracts_872673.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/Telecom_earnings_to_be_at_the_low_end_872672.html Telecom, who aim to cut their workforce this year, have warned earnings will be at the low end of guidance. Thu, 16 May 2013 04:29:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/Telecom_earnings_to_be_at_the_low_end_872672.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Brumbies_bolster_pack_with_great_Scotts_872670.html The Brumbies have bolstered their tight five for their Super Rugby clash against the Waratahs on Saturday. Thu, 16 May 2013 04:28:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Brumbies_bolster_pack_with_great_Scotts_872670.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/16/Man_charged_over_stabbing_attack_in_Qld_872668.html A man's been charged with attempted murder after a stabbing at a Brisbane unit yesterday. Thu, 16 May 2013 04:26:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/16/Man_charged_over_stabbing_attack_in_Qld_872668.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/16/Wanted_man_could_be_in_Riverina_872667.html A man who has been on the run from police since 2010 may be in the NSW-Victoria border area, detectives say. Thu, 16 May 2013 04:24:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/16/Wanted_man_could_be_in_Riverina_872667.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Luhrmann_expected_Gatsby_criticism_872665.html Baz Luhrmann's The Great Gatsby blockbuster had opened at the Cannes Film Festival in lavish style. Thu, 16 May 2013 04:23:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Luhrmann_expected_Gatsby_criticism_872665.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Hodges_set_to_miss_Gold_Coast_NRL_derby_872662.html Luckless Brisbane centre Justin Hodges is almost certain to miss Friday night's NRL derby with Gold Coast. Thu, 16 May 2013 04:20:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Hodges_set_to_miss_Gold_Coast_NRL_derby_872662.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Port_coach_challenges_two_key_players_872661.html Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley has challenged two of his most gifted players to find improvement. Thu, 16 May 2013 04:18:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Port_coach_challenges_two_key_players_872661.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/16/British_diplomats_reveal_weird_requests_872660.html British embassies have released the 'bizarre' requests asked of them over the last 12 months. Thu, 16 May 2013 04:17:40 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/16/British_diplomats_reveal_weird_requests_872660.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Nick_Carle_returns_to_Sydney_FC_872658.html Sydney FC's former marquee player Nick Carle will return to the A-League club after signing a new deal. Thu, 16 May 2013 04:16:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Nick_Carle_returns_to_Sydney_FC_872658.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Swim_team_wounds_all_but_healed_872657.html James Magnussen has credited a bonding camp with all but repairing the Australian swimming team rift. Thu, 16 May 2013 04:13:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Swim_team_wounds_all_but_healed_872657.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/16/Asher_Keddie_portrait_is_Peoples_Choice_872656.html A portrait of actor Asher Keddie painted by her partner Vincent Fantauzzo has won the people's choice award. Thu, 16 May 2013 04:12:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/16/Asher_Keddie_portrait_is_Peoples_Choice_872656.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/16/House_Rules_struggling_for_viewers_872655.html There was no respite for struggling renovation show House Rules, which lost viewers on its second night. Thu, 16 May 2013 04:10:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/16/House_Rules_struggling_for_viewers_872655.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Aust_US_sign_off_on_defence_treaty_872654.html Australia and the US have formally brought the Australia-US Defence Trade Treaty into effect. Thu, 16 May 2013 04:09:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Aust_US_sign_off_on_defence_treaty_872654.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/16/The_Seekers_visit_Durham_in_hospital_872653.html Members of The Seekers have visited singer Judith Durham in hospital as she recovers. Thu, 16 May 2013 04:06:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/16/The_Seekers_visit_Durham_in_hospital_872653.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/16/Woman_seeks_life-saving_abortion_872652.html A chronically ill Salvadoran woman has testified before the Supreme Court asking for a life saving abortion. Thu, 16 May 2013 03:52:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/16/Woman_seeks_life-saving_abortion_872652.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Free_lunch_not_improper_Macdonald_says_872651.html Former NSW Mines Minister Ian Macdonald has returned to the witness box at the ICAC today. Thu, 16 May 2013 03:45:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Free_lunch_not_improper_Macdonald_says_872651.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Govt_releases_council_referendum_wording_872649.html Voters will be asked to approve a 17-word change to the Constitution to recognise local government. Thu, 16 May 2013 03:36:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Govt_releases_council_referendum_wording_872649.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Titan_Douglas_to_play_NRL_for_his_mum_872647.html Titan Luke Douglas has the full support of his team as he prepares to play days after his mother's death. Thu, 16 May 2013 03:29:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Titan_Douglas_to_play_NRL_for_his_mum_872647.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/16/Google_chiefs_got_vocal_paralysis_872646.html Google co-founder and chief Larry Page has disclosed that his vocal cords are partially paralysed. Thu, 16 May 2013 03:27:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/16/Google_chiefs_got_vocal_paralysis_872646.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/16/Man_who_charged_at_elephant_sacked_872645.html A South African safari firm has sacked a guide after he recorded himself drunkenly charging an elephant. Thu, 16 May 2013 03:24:24 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/16/Man_who_charged_at_elephant_sacked_872645.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/16/Plotted_attacks_on_US_French_mission_872643.html An al-Qaeda-linked cell broken up in Egypt on the weekend, 'planned to bomb' the French and US embassies. Thu, 16 May 2013 03:21:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/16/Plotted_attacks_on_US_French_mission_872643.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/16/Labor_denies_inducement_to_Thomson_872642.html NSW Labor has denied claims of inducement relating to suspended Labor MP Craig Thomson. Thu, 16 May 2013 03:20:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/16/Labor_denies_inducement_to_Thomson_872642.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/16/Challenges_begin_against_US_abortion_law_872641.html US activists have filed the first legal challenge to the recently approved abortion laws in North Dakota. Thu, 16 May 2013 03:18:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/16/Challenges_begin_against_US_abortion_law_872641.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/16/Canine_dementia_helps_search_for_cure_872640.html Australian scientists are hoping dogs with dementia will help them devise a treatment for people. Thu, 16 May 2013 03:14:40 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/16/Canine_dementia_helps_search_for_cure_872640.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/16/Dog_dementia_helps_search_for_cure_872638.html Australian scientists are hoping dogs with dementia will help them devise a treatment for people. Thu, 16 May 2013 03:13:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/16/Dog_dementia_helps_search_for_cure_872638.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Iran_nuclear_talks_fail_again_872635.html Nuclear talks between Iran and the UN atomic agency have failed again as the US's patience is wearing thin. Thu, 16 May 2013 03:09:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Iran_nuclear_talks_fail_again_872635.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/16/Google_releases_new_music_service_872634.html Google has unveiled a streaming music service called All Access that blends users songs with other tracks. Thu, 16 May 2013 03:04:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/16/Google_releases_new_music_service_872634.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/A_higher_but_gold_prices_weighs_872633.html The Australian dollar is higher but is failing to build onto its gains as commodity prices fall. Thu, 16 May 2013 03:01:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/A_higher_but_gold_prices_weighs_872633.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/16/Great_Gatsby_gets_Cannes_gala_opening_872631.html Baz Luhrmann's The Great Gatsby blockbuster had opened at the Cannes Film Festival in lavish style. Thu, 16 May 2013 02:40:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/16/Great_Gatsby_gets_Cannes_gala_opening_872631.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/New_Zealand_central_bank_gets_new_powers_872630.html NZ's tweaking the central model it once held up to the rest of the world as an example for others to follow. Thu, 16 May 2013 02:38:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/New_Zealand_central_bank_gets_new_powers_872630.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/PM_says_Abbott_should_tell_all_in_reply_872627.html The PM believes Australians are entitled to know Tony Abbott's plans when he delivers his budget reply. Thu, 16 May 2013 02:35:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/PM_says_Abbott_should_tell_all_in_reply_872627.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Twenty-six_positives_for_illicit_drugs_872623.html There were 26 positive tests for illicit drugs recorded by AFL players in 2012. Thu, 16 May 2013 02:32:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Twenty-six_positives_for_illicit_drugs_872623.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Twenty-six_positives_for_illicit_drugs_872622.html There were 26 positive tests for illicit drugs recorded by AFL players in 2012. Thu, 16 May 2013 02:31:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Twenty-six_positives_for_illicit_drugs_872622.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/PM_joins_Labor_anger_over_failed_pair_872621.html The PM says the treatment of Michelle Rowland makes a mockery of Tony Abbott's commitment to working women. Thu, 16 May 2013 02:27:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/PM_joins_Labor_anger_over_failed_pair_872621.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/Australian_stocks_weaker_as_miners_fall_872620.html The Australian market was marginally weaker at noon as falling commodity prices hurt key mining stocks. Thu, 16 May 2013 02:25:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/Australian_stocks_weaker_as_miners_fall_872620.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Environment/2013/05/16/Life-giving_elements_found_in_old_water_872619.html Scientists say they have found life-giving chemicals in water at least 1.5 billion years old. Thu, 16 May 2013 02:12:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Environment/2013/05/16/Life-giving_elements_found_in_old_water_872619.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Environment/2013/05/16/Study_consensus_for_global_warming_872617.html A review of thousands of studies has found growing consensus humans are mostly to blame for global warming. Thu, 16 May 2013 02:10:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Environment/2013/05/16/Study_consensus_for_global_warming_872617.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Environment/2013/05/16/Study_shows_apes_and_monkeys_go_way_back_872616.html Newly unearthed ape and monkey fossils prove that the cousin species lived as long as 25 million years ago. Thu, 16 May 2013 02:07:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Environment/2013/05/16/Study_shows_apes_and_monkeys_go_way_back_872616.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/16/Robots_to_help_World_Cup_security_872615.html The Brazilian government has bought 30 security robots to improve public safety during the 2014 World Cup. Thu, 16 May 2013 02:03:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/16/Robots_to_help_World_Cup_security_872615.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/16/Google_boosts_photos_to_rival_Facebook_872614.html Google is turning its social networking service into a more formidable threat to Facebook through photos. Thu, 16 May 2013 02:01:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/16/Google_boosts_photos_to_rival_Facebook_872614.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Hopes_fade_after_tragedy_in_Coral_Bay_872611.html Hopes are fading for a 48-year-old ACT man missing in the water near the idyllic holiday spot of Coral Bay. Thu, 16 May 2013 01:17:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Hopes_fade_after_tragedy_in_Coral_Bay_872611.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/16/Embryonic_stem_cells_made_from_skin_872608.html US researchers have reported a breakthrough in stem cell research. Thu, 16 May 2013 01:12:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/16/Embryonic_stem_cells_made_from_skin_872608.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/16/Malaria_parasites_talk_to_each_other_872607.html Scientists in Melbourne have discovered that malaria parasites can communicate with each other. Thu, 16 May 2013 01:10:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/16/Malaria_parasites_talk_to_each_other_872607.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Potter_confident_Benji_to_stay_with_club_872604.html Coach Mick Potter says he still wants to see Benji Marshall at the Tigers, despite putting him on the bench. Thu, 16 May 2013 01:06:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Potter_confident_Benji_to_stay_with_club_872604.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/16/Details_of_Jolies_treatment_revealed_872606.html Angelina Jolie's doctor has revealed she underwent three surgeries to remove and reconstruct her breasts, Thu, 16 May 2013 01:05:27 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/16/Details_of_Jolies_treatment_revealed_872606.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/ASX_market_opens_higher_872603.html The Australian market has opened slightly higher despite falls in resources stocks. Thu, 16 May 2013 00:59:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/ASX_market_opens_higher_872603.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/16/Pentagon_pledges_action_over_sex_assault_872602.html US military vows to address sexual assault cases after a subordinate was 'forced into prostitution'. Thu, 16 May 2013 00:56:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/16/Pentagon_pledges_action_over_sex_assault_872602.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/16/State_fed_govts_in_cattle_grazing_feud_872601.html Qld will proceed with a plan to allow starving cattle to graze in national parks despite federal opposition. Thu, 16 May 2013 00:48:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/16/State_fed_govts_in_cattle_grazing_feud_872601.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/ASADA_probe_feeding_into_WADA_code_872598.html Investigations regarding banned substances in the NRL and AFL are feeding into a new global code, WADA says. Thu, 16 May 2013 00:44:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/ASADA_probe_feeding_into_WADA_code_872598.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Wilson_named_NZ_asst_netball_coach_872597.html Former Aust international Vicki Wilson has signed a two-year deal as Silver Ferns assistant netball coach. Thu, 16 May 2013 00:39:40 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Wilson_named_NZ_asst_netball_coach_872597.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/Google_gains_as_US_stocks_hit_new_highs_872596.html US stocks closed at new all-time highs following a choppy day of trading on Wednesday. Thu, 16 May 2013 00:34:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/Google_gains_as_US_stocks_hit_new_highs_872596.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/16/Senate_debates_continent_excise_plan_872595.html The Senate has begun debating a controversial bill to excise the Aust continent from the migration zone. Thu, 16 May 2013 00:28:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/16/Senate_debates_continent_excise_plan_872595.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/Gold_price_plummets_872594.html Gold has dropped below $US1, 400 a troy ounce, near prices not seen since its historic plunge a month ago. Thu, 16 May 2013 00:25:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/Gold_price_plummets_872594.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/16/Massive_troop_deployment_in_Nigeria_872592.html Nigeria's military has announced the 'massive' deployment of troops to its restive northeast. Thu, 16 May 2013 00:14:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/16/Massive_troop_deployment_in_Nigeria_872592.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Qld_and_fed_govts_in_cattle_grazing_feud_872591.html Qld will proceed with a plan to allow starving cattle to graze in national parks despite federal opposition. Thu, 16 May 2013 00:10:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Qld_and_fed_govts_in_cattle_grazing_feud_872591.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/16/White_House_releases_Benghazi_emails_872590.html The White House has released emails of last year's deadly attack on the US diplomatic post in Benghazi. Thu, 16 May 2013 00:09:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/16/White_House_releases_Benghazi_emails_872590.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/16/Deer_jumps_through_bus_window_872589.html A US bus driver has been taken by surprise when a deer bounded through the front windscreen of his vehicle. Thu, 16 May 2013 00:07:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/16/Deer_jumps_through_bus_window_872589.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/16/Boy_assaulted_at_convenience_store_872584.html A teenager has had some of his teeth knocked out in a confrontation at a convenience store in Parramatta. Thu, 16 May 2013 00:06:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/16/Boy_assaulted_at_convenience_store_872584.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Rooney_in_line_for_England_captaincy_872588.html Wayne Rooney could be handed the England captaincy for the soccer friendly against the Republic of Ireland. Wed, 15 May 2013 23:55:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Rooney_in_line_for_England_captaincy_872588.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/16/Syria_has_chemical_weapons_872587.html A top US official says small amounts of chemical weapons have been used at least twice in Syria. Wed, 15 May 2013 23:43:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/16/Syria_has_chemical_weapons_872587.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/16/Proof_of_patient-to-nurse_infection_872586.html Two Saudi health workers have contracted the deadly coronavirus from patients. Wed, 15 May 2013 23:41:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/16/Proof_of_patient-to-nurse_infection_872586.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/16/Man_tries_to_help_koala_hit_by_car_872585.html A Gold Coast motorcyclist is fighting for his life after he tried to help a koala which he'd run over. Wed, 15 May 2013 23:39:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/16/Man_tries_to_help_koala_hit_by_car_872585.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/16/Man_charged_over_stabbing_attack_in_Qld_872583.html A man's been charged with attempted murder after a stabbing at a Brisbane unit yesterday. Wed, 15 May 2013 23:39:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/16/Man_charged_over_stabbing_attack_in_Qld_872583.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/16/Australia_to_sign_on_to_drone_program_872581.html Australia has jumped back on board the US Navy program to develop long-range surveillance drones. Wed, 15 May 2013 23:35:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/16/Australia_to_sign_on_to_drone_program_872581.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/16/Wanted_man_Potter_could_be_in_Riverina_872580.html A man who has been on the run from police since 2010 may be in the NSW-Victoria border area, detectives say. Wed, 15 May 2013 23:29:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/16/Wanted_man_Potter_could_be_in_Riverina_872580.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/16/Oppn_wants_Thomson_to_explain_inducement_872579.html The oppn is demanding Craig Thomson explain claims he was offered an inducement to retire from parliament. Wed, 15 May 2013 23:27:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/16/Oppn_wants_Thomson_to_explain_inducement_872579.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/16/Cameron_dealt_blow_in_EU_vote_872578.html David Cameron has suffered a blow to his authority after party members voted against him over EU membership. Wed, 15 May 2013 23:24:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/16/Cameron_dealt_blow_in_EU_vote_872578.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/16/Vegas_robbery_recalled_by_OJ_Simpson_872577.html O.J. Simpson has recounted the night of a September 2007 casino hotel robbery for which he was jailed. Wed, 15 May 2013 23:21:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/16/Vegas_robbery_recalled_by_OJ_Simpson_872577.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Small_amount_of_chemical_arms_in_Syria_872574.html A top US official says small amounts of chemical weapons have been used at least twice in Syria. Wed, 15 May 2013 23:11:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Small_amount_of_chemical_arms_in_Syria_872574.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/Rio_Tinto_subsidiary_called_belligerent_872558.html The maritime union has accused the owners of a Newcastle coal terminal of 'continued belligerence'. Wed, 15 May 2013 23:08:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/Rio_Tinto_subsidiary_called_belligerent_872558.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/16/Record_breaking_diamond_makes_millions_872573.html A new colourless, pear-shaped diamond weighing 101.73 carats has raked in a record 23 million Swiss francs. Wed, 15 May 2013 23:02:04 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/16/Record_breaking_diamond_makes_millions_872573.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Search_resumes_for_missing_WA_snorkeller_872571.html The search for a 48-year-old man who went missing while snorkelling off Coral Bay will resume today. Wed, 15 May 2013 22:57:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Search_resumes_for_missing_WA_snorkeller_872571.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/16/619509_coffee_with_Apple_chief_872570.html An anonymous bidder paid $619,509.47 in a charity auction for coffee date with Apple chief Tim Cook. Wed, 15 May 2013 22:51:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/16/619509_coffee_with_Apple_chief_872570.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/A_mildly_higher_after_weak_US_data_872562.html $A is slightly higher as the greenback's week-long rally stalled with the release weak manufacturing data. Wed, 15 May 2013 22:14:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/A_mildly_higher_after_weak_US_data_872562.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Pair_refused_for_mother_of_sick_child_872561.html Labor ministers have rounded on the opposition after it rejected a govt MP's request to leave parliament. Wed, 15 May 2013 22:12:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Pair_refused_for_mother_of_sick_child_872561.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/Head_of_SocGen_Russia_in_bribe_probe_872560.html The chief executive of French banking giant Societe Generale's Russian unit has been detained in Moscow. Wed, 15 May 2013 22:04:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/Head_of_SocGen_Russia_in_bribe_probe_872560.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/Australian_market_set_to_open_higher_872559.html The ASX looks set to open higher US stocks closed at new all-time highs. Wed, 15 May 2013 22:04:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/Australian_market_set_to_open_higher_872559.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Barca_should_not_sacrifice_style_Messi_872557.html Lionel Messi has urged Barcelona not to change their style despite their Champions League semi-final loss. Wed, 15 May 2013 22:03:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Barca_should_not_sacrifice_style_Messi_872557.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Kaizer_Chiefs_clinch_S_African_title_872556.html Kaizer Chiefs won the South African Premiership for the first time in eight seasons on Wednesday. Wed, 15 May 2013 22:01:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Kaizer_Chiefs_clinch_S_African_title_872556.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Joyce_to_be_Opals_basketball_head_coach_872555.html Basketball Australia has announced Brendan Joyce as head coach of the Australian Opals women's team. Wed, 15 May 2013 21:59:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Joyce_to_be_Opals_basketball_head_coach_872555.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/European_stocks_lift_despite_recession_872540.html European equities have gained despite figures showing the eurozone recession extended to a sixth quarter. Wed, 15 May 2013 21:41:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/European_stocks_lift_despite_recession_872540.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Wanted_man_could_be_in_Riverina_872553.html A man who has been on the run from police since 2010 may be in the NSW-Victoria border area, detectives say. Wed, 15 May 2013 21:39:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Wanted_man_could_be_in_Riverina_872553.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Andy_Murray_may_miss_French_Open_872552.html World No.2 Andy Murray has admitted he could miss the French Open with a long-term back injury. Wed, 15 May 2013 21:30:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Andy_Murray_may_miss_French_Open_872552.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Hollande_anticipates_zero_growth_in_2013_872551.html President Hollande says he now anticipates 'zero growth' for 2013, after France slipped back into recession. Wed, 15 May 2013 21:26:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Hollande_anticipates_zero_growth_in_2013_872551.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/UN_slams_Assads_escalation_of_war_872547.html The UN General Assembly has condemned the Syrian government's 'escalation' of the country's war. Wed, 15 May 2013 21:23:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/UN_slams_Assads_escalation_of_war_872547.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Ivanovic_goal_gives_Chelsea_Europa_title_872542.html A stoppage-time goal gave Chelsea a 2-1 victory over Benfica on Wednesday in the final of the Europa League. Wed, 15 May 2013 21:13:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Ivanovic_goal_gives_Chelsea_Europa_title_872542.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/IMFs_Lagarde_warns_of_rising_income_gap_872539.html The IMF's chief has condemned the rising income disparity and its harmful effect on global economic growth. Wed, 15 May 2013 20:57:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/IMFs_Lagarde_warns_of_rising_income_gap_872539.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/16/Craig_Thomson_to_stand_as_independent_872536.html Suspended Labor MP Craig Thomson will contest his NSW seat at the next election as an independent. Wed, 15 May 2013 20:45:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/16/Craig_Thomson_to_stand_as_independent_872536.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Election-2013/2013/05/16/Craig_Thomson_to_stand_as_independent_872535.html Suspended Labor MP Craig Thomson will contest his NSW seat at the next election as an independent. Wed, 15 May 2013 20:44:40 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Election-2013/2013/05/16/Craig_Thomson_to_stand_as_independent_872535.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Craig_Thomson_to_stand_as_independent_872534.html Suspended Labor MP Craig Thomson will contest his NSW seat at the next election as an independent. Wed, 15 May 2013 20:44:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Craig_Thomson_to_stand_as_independent_872534.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/Hollande_anticipates_zero_growth_in_2013_872519.html President Hollande says he now anticipates 'zero growth' for 2013, after France slipped back into recession. Wed, 15 May 2013 20:33:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/16/Hollande_anticipates_zero_growth_in_2013_872519.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/PNG_sorry_for_violence_against_women_872513.html Papua New Guinea Prime Minister Peter O'Neill has apologised for the violence faced by women in his country. Wed, 15 May 2013 20:32:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/PNG_sorry_for_violence_against_women_872513.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Myanmar_president_on_landmark_US_visit_872528.html The White House says it will welcome Myanmar's leader on a landmark visit. Wed, 15 May 2013 19:49:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Myanmar_president_on_landmark_US_visit_872528.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Iraq_bombings_kill_25_people_872526.html Bombings in Iraq, including blasts mainly targeting Baghdad's Shi'ite areas, have killed at least 25 people. Wed, 15 May 2013 19:47:30 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Iraq_bombings_kill_25_people_872526.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Reports_Abbott_to_allow_baby_bonus_axing_872521.html Oppn Leader Tony Abbott will likely back the spending cuts in Labor's budget, including axing the baby bonus Wed, 15 May 2013 19:42:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Reports_Abbott_to_allow_baby_bonus_axing_872521.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/More_marshals_back_Tiger_over_TPC_claims_872520.html The spat between Tiger Woods and Sergio Garcia rumbles on as two marshals backed Woods' version of events. Wed, 15 May 2013 19:39:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/More_marshals_back_Tiger_over_TPC_claims_872520.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/16/Disaster_assistance_clears_lower_house_872518.html A bill to introduce a new form of disaster assistance has cleared the House of Representatives. Wed, 15 May 2013 19:31:04 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/16/Disaster_assistance_clears_lower_house_872518.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/UCI_suspend_Venezulan_Ubeto_for_doping_872516.html Venezuelan rider Miguel Ubeto has been suspended after testing positive for the banned 'GW1516' substance. Wed, 15 May 2013 19:06:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/UCI_suspend_Venezulan_Ubeto_for_doping_872516.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/England_gun_worried_by_NRL_player_drain_872515.html Gareth Ellis says England's rugby league must come up with a strategy to combat the player drain to Aust. Wed, 15 May 2013 19:05:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/England_gun_worried_by_NRL_player_drain_872515.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/World_Cup_in_Qatar_heat_not_rational_872514.html Playing the 2022 World Cup in the summer heat of Qatar is not rational, FIFA President Sepp Blatter says. Wed, 15 May 2013 19:02:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/World_Cup_in_Qatar_heat_not_rational_872514.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/OJ_Simpson_recounts_Vegas_robbery_872512.html O.J. Simpson has recounted the night of a September 2007 casino hotel robbery for which he was jailed. Wed, 15 May 2013 18:58:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/OJ_Simpson_recounts_Vegas_robbery_872512.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Evans_second_after_11th_stage_of_Giro_872511.html Ramunas Navardauskas has won the 11th stage of the Giro d'Italia, while Cadel Evans remains in second place. Wed, 15 May 2013 18:55:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Evans_second_after_11th_stage_of_Giro_872511.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Budget_finds_right_balance_says_Swan_872496.html Treasurer Wayne Swan insisted the economy is in 'good nick' even though a promised surplus wasn't delivered. Wed, 15 May 2013 15:09:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/Budget_finds_right_balance_says_Swan_872496.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Pies_suffer_another_AFL_injury_scare_872503.html Star Collingwood utility Dale Thomas left training early on Wednesday, complaining of ankle soreness. Wed, 15 May 2013 15:07:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Pies_suffer_another_AFL_injury_scare_872503.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/ICAC_hears_NSW_mine_not_a_mates_deal_872493.html Former NSW mines minister Ian Macdonald has denied a friendship with ex-union boss John Maitland. Wed, 15 May 2013 15:05:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/ICAC_hears_NSW_mine_not_a_mates_deal_872493.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/One_dead_one_missing_off_Coral_Bay_872491.html A woman has died and a man is missing after a snorkelling trip at the idyllic WA resort of Coral Bay. Wed, 15 May 2013 15:05:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/16/One_dead_one_missing_off_Coral_Bay_872491.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/16/NT_cop_wants_more_power_for_child_cases_872508.html Northern Territory Police Commissioner wants greater powers to enter homes in child welfare cases. Wed, 15 May 2013 15:03:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/16/NT_cop_wants_more_power_for_child_cases_872508.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/16/AFL_suspends_coach_over_grooming_charge_872510.html A junior AFL coach has been stood down after being charged with grooming a 13-year-old boy online. Wed, 15 May 2013 15:03:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/16/AFL_suspends_coach_over_grooming_charge_872510.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/16/Emotional_PM_brings_in_disability_bill_872509.html An emotional Julia Gillard was on the verge of tears today as she introduced the DisabilityCare legislation. Wed, 15 May 2013 15:03:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/16/Emotional_PM_brings_in_disability_bill_872509.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/16/One_dead_one_missing_at_Coral_Bay_872507.html A woman has died and a man is missing after a snorkelling trip at the idyllic WA resort of Coral Bay. Wed, 15 May 2013 15:03:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/16/One_dead_one_missing_at_Coral_Bay_872507.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/AFL_to_reject_longer_premiership_season_872506.html AFL clubs will have their wish for a longer premiership season rejected. Wed, 15 May 2013 14:56:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/AFL_to_reject_longer_premiership_season_872506.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Rebels_thrust_rookie_into_playmaker_role_872505.html Bryce Hegarty has been thrust into his Melbourne Rebels' Super Rugby debut against the Stormers. Wed, 15 May 2013 14:56:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Rebels_thrust_rookie_into_playmaker_role_872505.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Longley_joins_up_with_Boomers_872504.html Three-time NBA champion Luc Longley has joined the Australian Boomers coaching staff. Wed, 15 May 2013 14:56:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Longley_joins_up_with_Boomers_872504.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Parker_ready_to_put_boot_into_Titans_872502.html Brisbane forward Corey Parker says he takes the goalkicking responsibilities seriously. Wed, 15 May 2013 14:41:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Parker_ready_to_put_boot_into_Titans_872502.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Broncos_launch_junior_academy_in_Logan_872501.html Six-time NRL premiers Brisbane have established a high performance junior rugby league academy in Logan. Wed, 15 May 2013 14:39:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/16/Broncos_launch_junior_academy_in_Logan_872501.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/15/Luhrmann_not_worried_by_Gatsby_reviews_872492.html Director Baz Luhrmann remains unfazed by the critics' opinions of his adaptation of the 'Great Gatsby'. Wed, 15 May 2013 13:58:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/15/Luhrmann_not_worried_by_Gatsby_reviews_872492.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/15/Perth_murderer_Mansells_appeal_dismiss_872490.html The mother of slain multimillionaire Craig Puddy is relieved his murderer has had his appeal rejected. Wed, 15 May 2013 13:34:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/15/Perth_murderer_Mansells_appeal_dismiss_872490.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/15/Barnetts_sweetie_jibe_called_sexist_872489.html WA's Premier Colin Barnett has been accused of sexism after calling a female opposition member 'sweetie'. Wed, 15 May 2013 13:28:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/15/Barnetts_sweetie_jibe_called_sexist_872489.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/15/Vatican_orders_cardinal_to_leave_872481.html Disgraced British cardinal Keith O'Brien has been ordered to leave Scotland for a spiritual retreat. Wed, 15 May 2013 13:21:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/15/Vatican_orders_cardinal_to_leave_872481.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/15/German_neo-Nazi_trial_told_of_kill_squad_872485.html Prosecutors have charged a woman at the centre of a landmark trial over a neo-Nazi group's murder spree. Wed, 15 May 2013 13:19:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/15/German_neo-Nazi_trial_told_of_kill_squad_872485.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/15/Police_say_evidence_victim_assaulted_872486.html Police investigating the discovery of a man's body in Perth say he may have been dead for up to three days. Wed, 15 May 2013 13:19:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/15/Police_say_evidence_victim_assaulted_872486.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/15/Rockhampton_man_dies_after_fight_872488.html A 59yo man has died from serious head injuries he received during a fight with another man in Rockhampton. Wed, 15 May 2013 13:19:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/15/Rockhampton_man_dies_after_fight_872488.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/15/Father_stabs_stroller-grabbing_thief_872487.html A father has fought a gang who tried to rob him by grabbing a stroller that had his two-year-old son in it. Wed, 15 May 2013 13:19:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/15/Father_stabs_stroller-grabbing_thief_872487.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/15/Five_inmates_make_dramatic_freedom_dash_872484.html Police say five prisoners have made a dramatic escape from a Swiss jail using weapons to threaten guards. Wed, 15 May 2013 13:19:30 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/15/Five_inmates_make_dramatic_freedom_dash_872484.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/15/Two_bodies_found_in_Perth_suburbs_872483.html Two bodies have been discovered within metres of each other in the northern Perth suburb of Girrawheen. Wed, 15 May 2013 13:18:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/15/Two_bodies_found_in_Perth_suburbs_872483.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/15/US_kidnap_suspect_to_plead_not_guilty_872482.html The man accused of holding three young US women captive will plead innocent to rape and kidnapping charges. Wed, 15 May 2013 13:18:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/15/US_kidnap_suspect_to_plead_not_guilty_872482.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Cardinal_ordered_to_leave_Scotland_872480.html Disgraced British cardinal Keith O'Brien has been ordered to leave Scotland for a spiritual retreat. Wed, 15 May 2013 13:15:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Cardinal_ordered_to_leave_Scotland_872480.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/15/US_kidnap_suspect_to_plead_not_guilty_872478.html The man accused of holding three young US women captive will plead innocent to rape and kidnapping charges. Wed, 15 May 2013 13:11:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/15/US_kidnap_suspect_to_plead_not_guilty_872478.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/US_kidnap_suspect_to_plead_not_guilty_872477.html The man accused of holding three young US women captive will plead innocent to rape and kidnapping charges. Wed, 15 May 2013 13:11:27 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/US_kidnap_suspect_to_plead_not_guilty_872477.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/15/Postie_charged_for_keeping_400kg_of_mail_872476.html A postman on Sardinia has been charged with theft over 400kg of undelivered mail found at his home. Wed, 15 May 2013 12:51:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/15/Postie_charged_for_keeping_400kg_of_mail_872476.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Two_bodies_found_in_Perth_suburbs_872474.html Two bodies have been discovered within metres of each other in the northern Perth suburb of Girrawheen. Wed, 15 May 2013 12:48:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Two_bodies_found_in_Perth_suburbs_872474.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/15/Grief_is_still_natural_not_a_disorder_872472.html The people who define mental illnesses have bowed to pressure and kept grief out of their diagnostic manual. Wed, 15 May 2013 12:37:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/15/Grief_is_still_natural_not_a_disorder_872472.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/15/Bid_to_solve_chronic_fatigue_riddle_872471.html A research team is making progress that could change the lives of people with chronic fatigue syndrome. Wed, 15 May 2013 12:34:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/15/Bid_to_solve_chronic_fatigue_riddle_872471.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/15/Scientists_recognised_with_award_872470.html Leading innovators in science and technology have been recognised with a prestigious industry award. Wed, 15 May 2013 12:31:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/15/Scientists_recognised_with_award_872470.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/15/Collette_angered_by_house_sale_publicity_872469.html Days after Toni Collette backed out of a property purchase in Sydney, she has blamed a real estate agent. Wed, 15 May 2013 12:24:29 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/15/Collette_angered_by_house_sale_publicity_872469.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/Virgin_expects_profit_to_decline_872468.html Virgin Australia has warned underlying profit before tax this fiscal year will be below that of 2011-12. Wed, 15 May 2013 12:19:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/Virgin_expects_profit_to_decline_872468.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/Recession_deepens_across_eurozone_872467.html The latest growth figures show the recession has deepened across the eurozone in the first quarter of 2013. Wed, 15 May 2013 12:15:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/Recession_deepens_across_eurozone_872467.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/Hong_Kong_shares_050_per_cent_higher_872466.html Hong Kong shares finished 0.50 per cent higher after record-setting gains on Wall Street. Wed, 15 May 2013 12:12:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/Hong_Kong_shares_050_per_cent_higher_872466.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/15/North_Korea_missile_report_contradicted_872464.html A senior US official says North Korea has yet to develop a nuclear warhead small enough to fit on a missile. Wed, 15 May 2013 12:09:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/15/North_Korea_missile_report_contradicted_872464.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/North_Korea_missile_report_contradicted_872463.html A senior US official says North Korea has yet to develop a nuclear warhead small enough to fit on a missile. Wed, 15 May 2013 12:09:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/North_Korea_missile_report_contradicted_872463.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/I_didnt_lie_to_Tribunal_says_Goddard_872462.html Essendon's Brendon Goddard says he wasn't lying when he gave evidence at the AFL Tribunal. Wed, 15 May 2013 12:07:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/I_didnt_lie_to_Tribunal_says_Goddard_872462.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/15/Delhi_gang-rape_accused_very_critical_872460.html A defendant in the trial over a gang-rape on a bus in Delhi is in a 'very critical' condition in hospital. Wed, 15 May 2013 12:04:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/15/Delhi_gang-rape_accused_very_critical_872460.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Delhi_gang-rape_accused_very_critical_872459.html A defendant in the trial over a gang-rape on a bus in Delhi is in a 'very critical' condition in hospital. Wed, 15 May 2013 12:04:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Delhi_gang-rape_accused_very_critical_872459.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/Mariners_undone_by_late_Guangzhou_goal_872458.html The Central Coast Mariners went down to a late goal to Guangzhou Evergrande 2-1. Wed, 15 May 2013 12:02:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/Mariners_undone_by_late_Guangzhou_goal_872458.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/15/Harry_wraps_up_US_visit_with_polo_match_872457.html Prince Harry is wrapping up a week-long visit to the US in Greenwich, Connecticut with a polo match. Wed, 15 May 2013 11:57:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/15/Harry_wraps_up_US_visit_with_polo_match_872457.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Harry_wraps_up_US_visit_with_polo_match_872456.html Prince Harry is wrapping up a week-long visit to the US in Greenwich, Connecticut with a polo match. Wed, 15 May 2013 11:57:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Harry_wraps_up_US_visit_with_polo_match_872456.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/15/Bangladesh_bosses_hail_safety_deal_872455.html Bangladesh labour activists and manufacturers have welcomed plans to improve factory safety standards. Wed, 15 May 2013 11:54:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/15/Bangladesh_bosses_hail_safety_deal_872455.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Bangladesh_bosses_hail_safety_deal_872454.html Bangladesh labour activists and manufacturers have welcomed plans to improve factory safety standards. Wed, 15 May 2013 11:54:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Bangladesh_bosses_hail_safety_deal_872454.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/15/Four_dead_25_trapped_in_Indonesian_mine_872453.html Rescuers are struggling to reach 25 workers trapped underground at a US-owned mine in remote Indonesia. Wed, 15 May 2013 11:41:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/15/Four_dead_25_trapped_in_Indonesian_mine_872453.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/15/Syrian_rebels_detonate_Aleppo_jail_bombs_872452.html Activists say Syrian rebels have detonated two car bombs outside the main prison in the city of Aleppo. Wed, 15 May 2013 11:41:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/15/Syrian_rebels_detonate_Aleppo_jail_bombs_872452.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Four_dead_25_trapped_in_Indonesian_mine_872451.html Rescuers are struggling to reach 25 workers trapped underground at a US-owned mine in remote Indonesia. Wed, 15 May 2013 11:40:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Four_dead_25_trapped_in_Indonesian_mine_872451.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Syrian_rebels_detonate_Aleppo_jail_bombs_872449.html Activists say Syrian rebels have detonated two car bombs outside the main prison in the city of Aleppo. Wed, 15 May 2013 11:36:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Syrian_rebels_detonate_Aleppo_jail_bombs_872449.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/15/SAs_feisty_mayor_Joy_Baluch_dies_80_872447.html The mayor of Port Augusta, Joy Baluch, has died after a long battle with breast cancer. Wed, 15 May 2013 11:35:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/15/SAs_feisty_mayor_Joy_Baluch_dies_80_872447.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Buttroses_warning_on_dementia_funding_872435.html Australia's response to a dementia epidemic is falling behind countries like the UK, Ita Buttrose warns. Wed, 15 May 2013 09:33:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Buttroses_warning_on_dementia_funding_872435.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/No_hate_in_Manly-Melbourne_rivalry_872434.html Ahead of Manly and Melbourne's match on Monday night both teams are playing down the grudge match factor. Wed, 15 May 2013 08:59:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/No_hate_in_Manly-Melbourne_rivalry_872434.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/Optus_flags_fall_in_mobile_revenue_872432.html Optus has flagged a drop in mobile revenue next year as customers continue to sign up with rival Telstra. Wed, 15 May 2013 08:34:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/Optus_flags_fall_in_mobile_revenue_872432.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/Sims_to_incur_115m_significant_items_872430.html Sims Metals expects to incur about $115 million of significant items in the second half of fiscal 2013. Wed, 15 May 2013 08:31:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/Sims_to_incur_115m_significant_items_872430.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/Pies_regain_Ball_but_Fasolo_out_in_AFL_872429.html Collingwood's Alex Fasolo won't play in Saturday night's must-win AFL match against unbeaten Geelong. Wed, 15 May 2013 08:28:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/Pies_regain_Ball_but_Fasolo_out_in_AFL_872429.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Teary_Gillard_brings_in_disability_bill_872427.html An emotional Julia Gillard was on the verge of tears today as she introduced the DisabilityCare legislation. Wed, 15 May 2013 08:22:30 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Teary_Gillard_brings_in_disability_bill_872427.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/NT_cop_wants_more_power_in_child_cases_872425.html Northern Territory Police Commissioner wants greater powers to enter homes in child welfare cases. Wed, 15 May 2013 08:13:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/NT_cop_wants_more_power_in_child_cases_872425.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/15/Barnett_Newman_painting_auctioned_443m_872424.html A large 1953 painting by abstract expressionist artist Barnett Newman has sold for $US44.3m at auction. Wed, 15 May 2013 08:11:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/15/Barnett_Newman_painting_auctioned_443m_872424.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/15/Donald_Trump_testifies_at_Chicago_trial_872423.html Donald Trump has testified at a civil trial accused of using false promises to entice an elderly investor. Wed, 15 May 2013 08:06:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/15/Donald_Trump_testifies_at_Chicago_trial_872423.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/15/Jackson_described_as_loopy_872422.html One of Michael Jackson's choreographers says he was 'a little loopy' after visits with his dermatologist. Wed, 15 May 2013 08:03:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/15/Jackson_described_as_loopy_872422.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Dementia_funding_falling_says_Buttrose_872420.html Alzheimer's Australia president Ita Buttrose says Australia's response to dementia must improve. Wed, 15 May 2013 07:52:29 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Dementia_funding_falling_says_Buttrose_872420.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/15/Benghazi_blast_possible_accident_872418.html Libyan ministers say the bomb blast outside a hospital in Benghazi could have been an accident. Wed, 15 May 2013 07:46:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/15/Benghazi_blast_possible_accident_872418.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Seekers_Judith_Durham_prognosis_good_872416.html The Seekers singer Judith Durham will spend tonight in hospital after suffering a cerebral haemorrhage. Wed, 15 May 2013 07:44:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Seekers_Judith_Durham_prognosis_good_872416.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/Repsol_awarded_oil_exploration_rights_872415.html Spanish oil company Repsol has been awarded oil exploration rights off the coast of Guyana. Wed, 15 May 2013 07:39:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/Repsol_awarded_oil_exploration_rights_872415.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/Oil_majors_raided_in_price_fixing_probe_872413.html The European Commission carried out surprise inspections at major oil companies over possible price fixing. Wed, 15 May 2013 07:37:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/Oil_majors_raided_in_price_fixing_probe_872413.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Qld_woman_badly_hurt_in_knife_attack_872412.html A 39-year-old man is being questioned over the brutal attack on a woman inside her Brisbane apartment. Wed, 15 May 2013 07:37:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Qld_woman_badly_hurt_in_knife_attack_872412.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/Spain_achieves_first_monthly_surplus_872411.html Spain has achieved its first monthly trade surplus since records began, the country's economy minister said. Wed, 15 May 2013 07:35:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/Spain_achieves_first_monthly_surplus_872411.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/Barnetts_Chinese_trip_to_save_Oakajee_872409.html WA Premier Colin Barnett will urge the Chinese government to help revive the Oakajee project on his visit. Wed, 15 May 2013 07:33:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/Barnetts_Chinese_trip_to_save_Oakajee_872409.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/Low_kiwi_helps_boost_exporters_on_NZX_872408.html New Zealand shares rose, as Fisher & Paykel Healthcare benefited from a kiwi dollar at a two-month low. Wed, 15 May 2013 07:29:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/Low_kiwi_helps_boost_exporters_on_NZX_872408.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/A_drops_below_US99_cents_872407.html The Australia dollar has fallen below 99 US cents driven lower by growing investor demand for the US dollar. Wed, 15 May 2013 07:29:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/A_drops_below_US99_cents_872407.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/Burke_approves_Cape_York_mining_project_872406.html Environment Minister Tony Burke has approved Rio Tinto's mine expansion and port development in Cape York. Wed, 15 May 2013 07:26:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/Burke_approves_Cape_York_mining_project_872406.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/UGL_downgrade_blame_on_resource_slowdown_872405.html UGL has blamed a slowdown in resources and infrastructure investment for a downgrade in its profit guidance. Wed, 15 May 2013 07:11:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/UGL_downgrade_blame_on_resource_slowdown_872405.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/15/Kidman_welcomed_to_InStyle_Hall_of_Fame_872404.html Nicole Kidman, Carrie Bickmore, Rachel Griffiths and Carla Zampatti are welcomed to the InStyle Awards. Wed, 15 May 2013 07:07:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/15/Kidman_welcomed_to_InStyle_Hall_of_Fame_872404.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/Confidence_will_get_Benji_back_on_top_872402.html NRL star Ben Barba said he is sure it's only a matter of time before Benji Marshall bounces back to form. Wed, 15 May 2013 07:04:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/Confidence_will_get_Benji_back_on_top_872402.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/15/German_court_rules_against_search_engine_872401.html A court has ruled against the German version of Google, saying the auto-complete keywords can be defamatory. Wed, 15 May 2013 07:02:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/15/German_court_rules_against_search_engine_872401.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/15/33m_lotto_ticket_may_be_in_ceiling_872400.html After 16 years a man claims he bought a $3.3 million winning OZ Lotto ticket that is stored in his ceiling. Wed, 15 May 2013 06:56:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/15/33m_lotto_ticket_may_be_in_ceiling_872400.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/Cadel_pleased_with_climbing_form_872399.html Cadel Evans says he is happy with how he acquitted himself in the first major climb of the Giro d'Italia. Wed, 15 May 2013 06:53:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/Cadel_pleased_with_climbing_form_872399.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/PWC_workers_vote_for_more_action_872398.html Newcastle coal workers have endorsed industrial action after striking over a 'threat to their work rights'. Wed, 15 May 2013 06:53:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/PWC_workers_vote_for_more_action_872398.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/Clarke_sure_back_will_hold_up_for_Ashes_872397.html Australian skipper Michael Clarke says his back will hold up to the rigours of back-to-back Ashes series. Wed, 15 May 2013 06:50:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/Clarke_sure_back_will_hold_up_for_Ashes_872397.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/Chinese_bank_looking_into_scandal_872396.html China's central bank is looking into a scandal over the access Bloomberg journalists had to sensitive data. Wed, 15 May 2013 06:50:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/Chinese_bank_looking_into_scandal_872396.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/15/Toll_says_94000_killed_in_Syrian_war_872395.html A revised toll says more than 94,000 people have been killed in more than two years of conflict in Syria. Wed, 15 May 2013 06:47:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/15/Toll_says_94000_killed_in_Syrian_war_872395.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/15/US_Justice_orders_probe_into_IRS_872394.html US justice authorities say they have launched a criminal probe into the IRS's targeting of conservatives. Wed, 15 May 2013 06:47:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/15/US_Justice_orders_probe_into_IRS_872394.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/15/American_spy_detained_in_Russia_872389.html Russia says it has detained an alleged American CIA agent who was working undercover at the US embassy. Wed, 15 May 2013 06:46:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/15/American_spy_detained_in_Russia_872389.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/15/Tears_as_help_finally_comes_for_disabled_872393.html An emotional Julia Gillard was on the verge of tears today as she introduced the DisabilityCare legislation. Wed, 15 May 2013 06:46:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/15/Tears_as_help_finally_comes_for_disabled_872393.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/15/Swan_backs_middle_class_welfare_872392.html Treasurer Wayne Swan doesn't believe so-called middle-class welfare should be further wound back. Wed, 15 May 2013 06:46:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/15/Swan_backs_middle_class_welfare_872392.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/15/Schools_fair_trade_for_baby_bonus_-_Wong_872391.html Families who miss out on the baby bonus should take comfort from new education funding, Penny Wong says. Wed, 15 May 2013 06:46:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/15/Schools_fair_trade_for_baby_bonus_-_Wong_872391.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/15/Julia_Gillard_defends_federal_budget_872390.html Prime Minister Julia Gillard has defended her government's budget, stating tough choices had to be made. Wed, 15 May 2013 06:46:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/15/Julia_Gillard_defends_federal_budget_872390.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Environment/2013/05/15/Indonesia_extends_rainforest_logging_ban_872388.html Indonesia has 'extended a logging ban' aimed at protecting rainforest despite fierce industry pressure. Wed, 15 May 2013 06:45:27 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Environment/2013/05/15/Indonesia_extends_rainforest_logging_ban_872388.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/France_in_recession_after_GDP_falls_872387.html France has entered a recession as its first quarter gross domestic product fell 0.2 per cent. Wed, 15 May 2013 06:45:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/France_in_recession_after_GDP_falls_872387.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Environment/2013/05/15/Lava_flows_detected_on_Alaskan_volcanoes_872386.html Scientists say small lava flows have been detected on two restless volcanoes in Alaska. Wed, 15 May 2013 06:43:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Environment/2013/05/15/Lava_flows_detected_on_Alaskan_volcanoes_872386.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/Obama_condemns_tax_agency_target_872385.html US President Obama has condemned behaviour by tax agency staff, for unfairly targeting conservative groups. Wed, 15 May 2013 06:43:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/Obama_condemns_tax_agency_target_872385.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Rural/2013/05/15/Cane_toads_a_Kimberley_tragedy_872384.html Premier Colin Barnett says having cane toads in the Kimberley region is the biggest environmental disaster. Wed, 15 May 2013 06:39:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Rural/2013/05/15/Cane_toads_a_Kimberley_tragedy_872384.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/Car_sales_at_record_levels_872383.html Car sales have fallen for the fourth straight month but consumers are buying vehicles in record numbers. Wed, 15 May 2013 06:39:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/Car_sales_at_record_levels_872383.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/CBA_set_for_another_record_profit_872380.html Commonwealth Bank of Australia is on track for a record full year profit of nearly $7.6 billion. Wed, 15 May 2013 06:31:30 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/CBA_set_for_another_record_profit_872380.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/Australian_shares_close_weaker_872379.html The Australian share market has closed weaker, dragged down by the big miners on China concerns. Wed, 15 May 2013 06:30:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/Australian_shares_close_weaker_872379.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/CSR_happy_on_housing_despite_big_loss_872378.html CSR says it believes Australia's housing market is recovering, after posting a $147 million loss. Wed, 15 May 2013 06:29:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/CSR_happy_on_housing_despite_big_loss_872378.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/15/Police_say_evidence_victim_assaulted_872366.html Police investigating the discovery of a man's body in Perth say he may have been dead for up to three days. Wed, 15 May 2013 06:22:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/15/Police_say_evidence_victim_assaulted_872366.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/15/Father_stabs_stroller-grabbing_thief_872365.html A father has fought a gang who tried to rob him by grabbing a stroller that had his two-year-old son in it. Wed, 15 May 2013 06:22:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/15/Father_stabs_stroller-grabbing_thief_872365.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/15/Drunk_teen_avoids_jail_for_fatal_crash_872364.html A drunk driver who crashed into a pole, causing his friend's death, has been given a suspended jail term. Wed, 15 May 2013 06:21:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/15/Drunk_teen_avoids_jail_for_fatal_crash_872364.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/15/Rockhampton_man_dies_after_fight_872363.html A 59yo man has died from serious head injuries he received during a fight with another man in Rockhampton. Wed, 15 May 2013 06:21:58 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/15/Rockhampton_man_dies_after_fight_872363.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/15/Ipswich_bomb_turns_out_to_be_a_prank_872362.html A suspected booby trap found in a construction site turned out to be a party popper tied to fishing line. Wed, 15 May 2013 06:21:58 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/15/Ipswich_bomb_turns_out_to_be_a_prank_872362.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/15/Man_missing_as_empty_dinghy_washes_up_872361.html A land and air search is underway for a man whose dinghy washed up empty off Queensland's south coast. Wed, 15 May 2013 06:21:58 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/15/Man_missing_as_empty_dinghy_washes_up_872361.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/15/Man_makes_surfboard_getaway_from_brawl_872360.html A Gold Coast man has fled a beachside brawl by paddling away on a surfboard as police arrived. Wed, 15 May 2013 06:21:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/15/Man_makes_surfboard_getaway_from_brawl_872360.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/15/Man_appeals_conviction_for_wifes_murder_872359.html A Melbourne man convicted of murdering his ex-wife says the verdict amounted to a miscarriage of justice. Wed, 15 May 2013 06:21:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/15/Man_appeals_conviction_for_wifes_murder_872359.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/15/Sydney_Nakba_protest_to_disrupt_traffic_872357.html Supporters of Palestine will stage a protest march through Sydney on the 65th anniversary of Israel. Wed, 15 May 2013 06:21:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/15/Sydney_Nakba_protest_to_disrupt_traffic_872357.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/15/Man_charged_with_assaulting_stepson_872356.html A man will face court after allegedly assaulting his six-year-old stepson in Sydney's southwest. Wed, 15 May 2013 06:21:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/15/Man_charged_with_assaulting_stepson_872356.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/15/CCTV_shows_man_wanted_over_bashing_872358.html Newly-released CCTV footage shows a man wanted for questioning over a vicious bashing in Sydney's west. Wed, 15 May 2013 06:21:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/15/CCTV_shows_man_wanted_over_bashing_872358.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/15/Heart_created_with_aerospace_technology_872355.html Researchers in China have created an artificial heart that has kept a sheep alive for a record 62 days. Wed, 15 May 2013 06:20:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/15/Heart_created_with_aerospace_technology_872355.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Tears_as_help_finally_comes_for_disable_872351.html An emotional Julia Gillard was on the verge of tears today as she introduced the DisabilityCare legislation. Wed, 15 May 2013 05:39:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Tears_as_help_finally_comes_for_disable_872351.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/15/Prince_Harry_tours_storm-damaged_US_872349.html Prince Harry has toured two New Jersey shore communities devastated by Superstorm Sandy last year. Wed, 15 May 2013 05:34:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/15/Prince_Harry_tours_storm-damaged_US_872349.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/15/House_Rules_fails_to_nail_its_launch_872348.html New series House Rules bombed on debut when it had worst launch figures than last year's shockers. Wed, 15 May 2013 05:32:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/15/House_Rules_fails_to_nail_its_launch_872348.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/AFL_suspends_coach_charged_with_grooming_872347.html A junior AFL coach has been stood down after being charged with grooming a 13-year-old boy online. Wed, 15 May 2013 05:25:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/AFL_suspends_coach_charged_with_grooming_872347.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/15/Magic_bullet_for_lung_patients_872345.html A drug hailed a magic bullet may revolutionise the treatment of intensive care patients with lung disorders. Wed, 15 May 2013 05:22:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/15/Magic_bullet_for_lung_patients_872345.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/15/NSW_mine_licence_opposed_by_dept_872339.html Former NSW minister Ian Macdonald admitted handing out a mining licence without support from his department. Wed, 15 May 2013 05:06:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/15/NSW_mine_licence_opposed_by_dept_872339.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/15/Five_ship_crash_accused_want_bargains_872336.html Five suspects in the Costa Concordia cruise ship disaster have asked for plea bargains as they face trial. Wed, 15 May 2013 04:39:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/15/Five_ship_crash_accused_want_bargains_872336.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/15/Budget_boosts_veteran_mental_services_872335.html The federal government has pledged $14.6 million for veterans' mental health services in the budget. Wed, 15 May 2013 04:30:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/15/Budget_boosts_veteran_mental_services_872335.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/15/Beyonce_cancels_Belgian_tour_leg_872333.html The 'pregnancy' rumour mill has gone into overdrive as doctors tell Beyonce to rest due to exhaustion. Wed, 15 May 2013 04:29:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/15/Beyonce_cancels_Belgian_tour_leg_872333.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/15/Former_minister_Macdonald_back_at_ICAC_872334.html Former NSW Labor minister Ian Macdonald is set to front the ICAC again over mining licenses. Wed, 15 May 2013 04:29:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/15/Former_minister_Macdonald_back_at_ICAC_872334.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/15/Budget_boosts_veteran_mental_services_872332.html The federal government has pledged $14.6 million for veterans' mental health services in the budget. Wed, 15 May 2013 04:29:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/15/Budget_boosts_veteran_mental_services_872332.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/15/NT_Coroner_recommends_more_police_power_872331.html NT Police should have greater powers to enter homes in child welfare cases, a coroner says. Wed, 15 May 2013 04:29:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/15/NT_Coroner_recommends_more_police_power_872331.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/15/Dementia_funding_needed_says_Buttrose_872330.html Australia's response to dementia is falling behind that of countries like the UK says Ita Buttrose. Wed, 15 May 2013 04:29:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/15/Dementia_funding_needed_says_Buttrose_872330.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Swan_backs_middle_class_welfare_872329.html Treasurer Wayne Swan doesn't believe so-called middle-class welfare should be further wound back. Wed, 15 May 2013 04:29:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Swan_backs_middle_class_welfare_872329.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/Life_without_Naitanui_helped_Eagles_872328.html West Coast believe the early-season absence of ruckman Nic Naitanui might be a blessing in disguise. Wed, 15 May 2013 04:28:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/Life_without_Naitanui_helped_Eagles_872328.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/My_best_is_on_the_way_says_Ben_Barba_872327.html Ben Barba believes both his and Canterbury's best form is just around the corner. Wed, 15 May 2013 04:28:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/My_best_is_on_the_way_says_Ben_Barba_872327.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/Magpies_lose_Fasolo_to_foot_fracture_872326.html Collingwood forward Alex Fasolo has a foot fracture which could keep him out for the rest of the AFL season. Wed, 15 May 2013 04:28:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/Magpies_lose_Fasolo_to_foot_fracture_872326.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/Black_keen_to_be_another_coaching_Lion_872325.html Simon Black has said he is keen to be the next Brisbane Lions premiership star to coach in the AFL. Wed, 15 May 2013 04:28:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/Black_keen_to_be_another_coaching_Lion_872325.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/15/German_neo-Nazi_trial_told_of_kill_squad_872324.html Prosecutors have charged a woman at the centre of a landmark trial over a neo-Nazi group's murder spree. Wed, 15 May 2013 04:28:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/15/German_neo-Nazi_trial_told_of_kill_squad_872324.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Four_killed_at_an_Indonesian_mine_872315.html Four bodies have been recovered and 10 rescued after a US-owned mine tunnel collapsed in Indonesia. Wed, 15 May 2013 04:22:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Four_killed_at_an_Indonesian_mine_872315.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/15/US_Justice_orders_probe_into_IRS_872323.html US justice authorities say they have launched a criminal probe into the IRS's targeting of conservatives. Wed, 15 May 2013 04:17:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/15/US_Justice_orders_probe_into_IRS_872323.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/15/Minnesota_signs_gay_marriage_bill_872322.html The Governor of Minnesota has signed a marriage equality law passed by the legislature last week. Wed, 15 May 2013 04:14:24 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/15/Minnesota_signs_gay_marriage_bill_872322.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/15/State_of_emergency_called_in_Nigeria_872321.html Nigeria's President has imposed a 'state of emergency' in three states menaced by Islamist group Boko Haram. Wed, 15 May 2013 04:11:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/15/State_of_emergency_called_in_Nigeria_872321.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/15/Five_inmates_make_dramatic_freedom_dash_872320.html Police say five prisoners have made a dramatic escape from a Swiss jail using weapons to threaten guards. Wed, 15 May 2013 04:10:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/15/Five_inmates_make_dramatic_freedom_dash_872320.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/15/New_US_ambassador_for_Libya_872319.html The US has approved a career diplomat to serve as US ambassador to Libya after the last one was killed. Wed, 15 May 2013 04:08:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/15/New_US_ambassador_for_Libya_872319.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/15/Buttroses_warning_on_dementia_funding_872318.html Australia's response to a dementia epidemic is falling behind countries like the UK, Ita Buttrose warns. Wed, 15 May 2013 04:08:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/15/Buttroses_warning_on_dementia_funding_872318.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/15/Female_immune_system_ages_slower_872316.html A new study has found women live longer than men partly because their immune systems age slower. Wed, 15 May 2013 04:03:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/15/Female_immune_system_ages_slower_872316.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Environment/2013/05/15/Qld_rejects_food_drop_idea_for_cattle_872314.html Queensland's national parks minister says a food drops for starving cattle is a 'greenie, loopy idea.' Wed, 15 May 2013 03:58:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Environment/2013/05/15/Qld_rejects_food_drop_idea_for_cattle_872314.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/Fitch_raises_Greek_credit_rating_to_B-_872310.html Fitch Ratings has raised Greece's long-term credit rating by one notch to B-, removing its risk of default. Wed, 15 May 2013 03:21:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/Fitch_raises_Greek_credit_rating_to_B-_872310.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/Down_Under_still_a_top_place_to_relocate_872306.html Australia remains one of the top locations for migrating professionals, but has slipped in a global survey. Wed, 15 May 2013 03:06:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/Down_Under_still_a_top_place_to_relocate_872306.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/15/Himalayan_Viagra_harvest_shuts_schools_872305.html The annual rush to harvest a rare aphrodisiac fungus, 'Himalayan Viagra', has emptied Nepal's rural schools. Wed, 15 May 2013 02:43:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/15/Himalayan_Viagra_harvest_shuts_schools_872305.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/Australian_market_is_lower_872304.html The Australian market is lower after a morning session of volatile trading as it absorbs the budget details. Wed, 15 May 2013 02:42:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/Australian_market_is_lower_872304.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/A_weaker_at_noon_after_budget_deficit_872303.html $A was weaker at noon as the $18b budget deficit announcement convinced traders more rate cuts are coming. Wed, 15 May 2013 02:37:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/A_weaker_at_noon_after_budget_deficit_872303.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/Waerea-Hargreaves_takes_NRL_early_plea_872302.html The Roosters will be without Jared Waerea-Hargreaves for five NRL games after he accepted a five-match ban. Wed, 15 May 2013 02:31:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/Waerea-Hargreaves_takes_NRL_early_plea_872302.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Judith_Durham_suffers_brain_hemorrhage_872294.html The Seekers singer Judith Durham has suffered a brain hemorrhage during the band's Golden Jubilee tour. Wed, 15 May 2013 02:08:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Judith_Durham_suffers_brain_hemorrhage_872294.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/15/Judith_Durham_suffers_brain_hemorrhage_872293.html The Seekers singer Judith Durham has suffered a brain haemorrhage during the band's Golden Jubilee tour. Wed, 15 May 2013 02:00:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/15/Judith_Durham_suffers_brain_hemorrhage_872293.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/15/Calls_for_implants_creator_to_be_jailed_872292.html A prosecutor has called for the faulty breast implants creator to be sentence to jail on fraud charges. Wed, 15 May 2013 01:59:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/15/Calls_for_implants_creator_to_be_jailed_872292.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/15/One_in_10_South_Africans_HIV_positive_872267.html Official statistics reveal one in 10 South Africans is HIV positive but AIDS-related deaths are falling. Wed, 15 May 2013 01:37:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/15/One_in_10_South_Africans_HIV_positive_872267.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/15/Boy_4_injured_in_north_Qld_house_fire_872284.html A four-year-old and a woman have been seriously burned in a house fire in far north Queensland. Wed, 15 May 2013 01:37:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/15/Boy_4_injured_in_north_Qld_house_fire_872284.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/15/Man_critical_after_stabbing_at_Qld_hotel_872283.html A man is in a critical condition after being stabbed during an argument at a pub in far north Queensland. Wed, 15 May 2013 01:37:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/15/Man_critical_after_stabbing_at_Qld_hotel_872283.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/15/Dead_diver_had_a_30kg_abalone_haul_872282.html An experienced scuba diver found dead in Port Phillip Bay had been carrying an illegal haul of abalone. Wed, 15 May 2013 01:37:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/15/Dead_diver_had_a_30kg_abalone_haul_872282.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/15/India_unveils_deadly_diarrhea_vaccine_872266.html Indian scientists have announced a low-cost vaccine against the deadly Rotavirus. Wed, 15 May 2013 01:37:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/15/India_unveils_deadly_diarrhea_vaccine_872266.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/15/PM_waits_on_case_for_East_West_Link_872276.html PM Julia Gillard says she is still waiting on the Victorian government for the East West Link road project. Wed, 15 May 2013 01:30:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/15/PM_waits_on_case_for_East_West_Link_872276.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/15/Budget_to_wipe_350m_from_NSW_healthcare_872279.html The federal budget means NSW will lose up to $350 million in health funding, the O'Farrell government says. Wed, 15 May 2013 01:30:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/15/Budget_to_wipe_350m_from_NSW_healthcare_872279.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/15/Budget_all_about_the_opposition_-_Howard_872278.html Former prime minister John Howard says the budget's aim was to disadvantage the opposition. Wed, 15 May 2013 01:30:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/15/Budget_all_about_the_opposition_-_Howard_872278.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/15/Labor_MPs_to_fight_for_Newstart_increase_872277.html Some Labor MPs will continue the fight for an increase in the Newstart Allowance after the budget. Wed, 15 May 2013 01:30:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/15/Labor_MPs_to_fight_for_Newstart_increase_872277.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/15/Budget_to_wipe_350m_from_NSW_healthcare_872275.html The federal budget means NSW will lose up to $350 million in health funding, the O'Farrell government says. Wed, 15 May 2013 01:29:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/15/Budget_to_wipe_350m_from_NSW_healthcare_872275.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/15/Labor_MPs_to_fight_for_Newstart_increase_872274.html Some Labor MPs will continue the fight for an increase in the Newstart Allowance after the budget. Wed, 15 May 2013 01:29:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/15/Labor_MPs_to_fight_for_Newstart_increase_872274.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/15/Budget_all_about_the_opposition_-_Howard_872273.html Former prime minister John Howard says the budget's aim was to disadvantage the opposition. Wed, 15 May 2013 01:29:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/15/Budget_all_about_the_opposition_-_Howard_872273.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/15/Schools_fair_trade_for_baby_bonus_-_Wong_872272.html Families who miss out on the baby bonus should take comfort from new education funding, Penny Wong says. Wed, 15 May 2013 01:29:27 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/15/Schools_fair_trade_for_baby_bonus_-_Wong_872272.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Schools_fair_trade_for_baby_bonus_-_Wong_872271.html Families who miss out on the baby bonus should take comfort from new education funding, Penny Wong says. Wed, 15 May 2013 01:29:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Schools_fair_trade_for_baby_bonus_-_Wong_872271.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/Rumford_looks_to_keep_Euro_roll_going_872270.html Australia's Brett Rumford aims to continue his golden run on golf's European tour in Bulgaria. Wed, 15 May 2013 01:29:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/Rumford_looks_to_keep_Euro_roll_going_872270.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/Bresciano_scores_in_ACL_defeat_872269.html Socceroos midfielder Marco Bresciano scored for Al Gharafa in their Champions League round of 16 loss. Wed, 15 May 2013 01:28:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/Bresciano_scores_in_ACL_defeat_872269.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/Halfpenny_keen_to_face_Wallabies_872268.html Welsh fullback Leigh Halfpenny wants to make up for lost time on next month's British and Irish Lions tour. Wed, 15 May 2013 01:28:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/Halfpenny_keen_to_face_Wallabies_872268.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/AFL_bump_a_fine_line_-_McCartney_872263.html Western Bulldogs AFL coach Brendan McCartney says it's now hard to know what is a legal bump and what isn't. Wed, 15 May 2013 01:18:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/AFL_bump_a_fine_line_-_McCartney_872263.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/15/Cornstarch_is_worth_its_weight_in_gold_872264.html Scientists say they have found a way to extract gold from ore using the pantry item cornstarch. Wed, 15 May 2013 01:17:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/15/Cornstarch_is_worth_its_weight_in_gold_872264.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/15/SA_toddler_critical_after_house_fire_872261.html The father of a toddler critically ill in hospital says he did his best to save her from their burning home. Wed, 15 May 2013 01:06:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/15/SA_toddler_critical_after_house_fire_872261.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/Australian_market_opens_higher_872260.html The Australian market has opened higher due to strong overseas leads and the falling Australian dollar. Wed, 15 May 2013 01:04:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/Australian_market_opens_higher_872260.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Surgeon_details_Jolies_mastectomy_872259.html Angelina Jolie reportedly had 'bountiful energy' on her next film project, just four days after surgery. Wed, 15 May 2013 01:00:40 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Surgeon_details_Jolies_mastectomy_872259.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Boston_bomb_accomplices_hearing_nixed_872258.html A court hearing for two students accused of destroying evidence in the Boston marathon has been cancelled. Wed, 15 May 2013 00:55:24 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Boston_bomb_accomplices_hearing_nixed_872258.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/Optus_suffers_slump_in_FY_net_profit_872251.html Optus, has suffered a 7.5 per cent slump in net profit for the year to March 31. Wed, 15 May 2013 00:53:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/Optus_suffers_slump_in_FY_net_profit_872251.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/15/Toll_says_94000_killed_in_Syrian_war_872257.html A revised toll says more than 94,000 people have been killed in more than two years of conflict in Syria. Wed, 15 May 2013 00:52:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/15/Toll_says_94000_killed_in_Syrian_war_872257.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/Boeing_resumes_787_deliveries_872255.html Boeing says it has resumed deliveries of its 787 Dreamliner aircraft, suspended since January. Wed, 15 May 2013 00:44:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/Boeing_resumes_787_deliveries_872255.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/BHP_Billiton_to_slash_capital_spending_872254.html BHP Billiton's new CEO Andrew Mackenzie has outlined plans to slash capital spending by almost a fifth. Wed, 15 May 2013 00:36:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/BHP_Billiton_to_slash_capital_spending_872254.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/15/US_defends_reporters_phone_log_seizure_872253.html The US has pushed back after being accused of undermining press freedom by seizing reporters' phone records. Wed, 15 May 2013 00:29:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/15/US_defends_reporters_phone_log_seizure_872253.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/CBA_lifts_Q3_profit_12_per_cent_to_19B_872250.html Commonwealth Bank of Australia has lifted its third quarter profit by 12 per cent to $1.9 billion. Wed, 15 May 2013 00:09:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/CBA_lifts_Q3_profit_12_per_cent_to_19B_872250.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/15/Abortion_doctor_gets_life_sentence_872249.html A US doctor who was convicted of murdering three babies has agreed to a life sentence in prison. Wed, 15 May 2013 00:07:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/15/Abortion_doctor_gets_life_sentence_872249.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/15/IED_kills_three_US_soldiers_in_Afghan_872248.html A roadside bomb has killed three US soldiers in southern Afghanistan as the withdrawal of troops continues. Wed, 15 May 2013 00:02:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/15/IED_kills_three_US_soldiers_in_Afghan_872248.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Three_US_soldiers_killed_in_Afghanistan_872247.html A roadside bomb has killed three US soldiers in southern Afghanistan as the withdrawal of troops continues. Tue, 14 May 2013 23:57:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Three_US_soldiers_killed_in_Afghanistan_872247.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Container_ship_rescues_Australian_sailor_872246.html A container ship has rescued an Australian sailor off Christmas Island after his autopilot system failed. Tue, 14 May 2013 23:54:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Container_ship_rescues_Australian_sailor_872246.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Two_dead_31_trapped_in_Indonesia_mine_872245.html US operator says two workers have been killed and 31 others are trapped after a mine collapsed in Indonesia. Tue, 14 May 2013 23:53:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Two_dead_31_trapped_in_Indonesia_mine_872245.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/15/PM_introduces_bill_to_hike_Medicare_levy_872244.html PM Julia Gillard has introduced legislation that increases the Medicare levy to fund the NDIS. Tue, 14 May 2013 23:50:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/15/PM_introduces_bill_to_hike_Medicare_levy_872244.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/NSW_man_charged_for_grooming_boy_872241.html A New South Wales Australian Rules coach is charged with attempting to groom a 13-year-old boy online. Tue, 14 May 2013 23:38:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/NSW_man_charged_for_grooming_boy_872241.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/15/Qld_woman_badly_hurt_in_knife_attack_872237.html A woman has been stabbed several times and another bashed at a unit complex in Brisbane's inner south. Tue, 14 May 2013 23:31:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/15/Qld_woman_badly_hurt_in_knife_attack_872237.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/15/Woman_dies_in_fall_from_balcony_in_Qld_872236.html A 51-year-old woman has died after falling from a balcony in far north Queensland. Tue, 14 May 2013 23:31:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/15/Woman_dies_in_fall_from_balcony_in_Qld_872236.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/15/PM_explains_asylum_seeker_spending_caps_872235.html Prime Minister Julia Gillard says plans to cut spending on asylum seekers are linked to cutting arrivals. Tue, 14 May 2013 23:31:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/15/PM_explains_asylum_seeker_spending_caps_872235.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/15/PM_explains_asylum_seeker_spending_caps_872234.html Prime Minister Julia Gillard says plans to cut spending on asylum seekers are linked to cutting arrivals. Tue, 14 May 2013 23:31:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/15/PM_explains_asylum_seeker_spending_caps_872234.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/15/Three_dead_dozens_trapped_in_Rwanda_872229.html Authorities say three people have died and 21 are injured after a building construction collapsed in Rwanda. Tue, 14 May 2013 23:19:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/15/Three_dead_dozens_trapped_in_Rwanda_872229.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/Manchester_City_beat_Reading_872228.html Sergio Aguero and Edin Dzeko scored to lead Manchester City to a 2-0 win over relegated Reading. Tue, 14 May 2013 23:14:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/Manchester_City_beat_Reading_872228.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/Brands_commit_to_Bangladesh_safety_872209.html Many global high street brands have signed an agreement to improve the conditions in Bangladeshi factories. Tue, 14 May 2013 23:12:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/Brands_commit_to_Bangladesh_safety_872209.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/15/Gillard_writes_off_deficit_blowout_872223.html PM Julia Gillard has dismissed figures that show the budget was heading into deficit before tax writedowns. Tue, 14 May 2013 22:56:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/15/Gillard_writes_off_deficit_blowout_872223.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/15/Gillard_writes_off_deficit_blowout_872222.html PM Julia Gillard has dismissed figures that show the budget was heading into deficit before tax writedowns. Tue, 14 May 2013 22:56:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/15/Gillard_writes_off_deficit_blowout_872222.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/PSG_celebrations_scrapped_after_violence_872221.html Celebrations for Paris Saint-Germain's first league title since 1994 have been cancelled due to rioting. Tue, 14 May 2013 22:55:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/PSG_celebrations_scrapped_after_violence_872221.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/Marshals_dispute_Tigers_words_report_872220.html A Sports Illustrated report has cast doubt on Tiger Woods' version of his confrontation with Sergio Garcia. Tue, 14 May 2013 22:55:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/Marshals_dispute_Tigers_words_report_872220.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/US_dollar_rises_amid_confidence_872218.html The US dollar rose against major currencies amid gains in US equity markets. Tue, 14 May 2013 22:55:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/US_dollar_rises_amid_confidence_872218.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/Australian_market_set_to_open_higher_872217.html The Australian market looks set to open higher after US stocks surged to new record highs. Tue, 14 May 2013 22:45:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/Australian_market_set_to_open_higher_872217.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/A_weaker_as_Wall_St_helps_greenback_872216.html The Australian dollar has opened below 99 cents as another rally on Wall Street boosted the greenback. Tue, 14 May 2013 22:45:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/A_weaker_as_Wall_St_helps_greenback_872216.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/High_street_shops_agree_to_reform_safety_872215.html Many global high street brands have signed an agreement to improve the conditions in Bangladeshi factories. Tue, 14 May 2013 22:42:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/High_street_shops_agree_to_reform_safety_872215.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/15/ACOSS_welcomes_changes_to_baby_bonus_872214.html Changing the baby bonus was the right move, say ACOSS, the nation's peak welfare body. Tue, 14 May 2013 22:42:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/15/ACOSS_welcomes_changes_to_baby_bonus_872214.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/15/ACOSS_welcomes_changes_to_baby_bonus_872213.html Changing the baby bonus was the right move, say ACOSS, the nation's peak welfare body. Tue, 14 May 2013 22:42:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/15/ACOSS_welcomes_changes_to_baby_bonus_872213.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/15/Gruesome_Syrian_video_defended_by_rebel_872212.html A Syrian rebel filmed apparently cutting out and eating a soldier's organ of has defended his actions. Tue, 14 May 2013 22:33:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/15/Gruesome_Syrian_video_defended_by_rebel_872212.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/15/Brad_Pitt_hails_heroic_Angelina_Jolie_872211.html Hubby Brad Pitt hailed Angelina Jolie as 'absolutely heroic' after revealing she had a double mastectomy. Tue, 14 May 2013 22:31:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/15/Brad_Pitt_hails_heroic_Angelina_Jolie_872211.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/15/Turkish_womb_transplant_pregnancy_ended_872210.html Doctors have terminated the pregnancy of the first woman who received a uterus transplant in Turkey. Tue, 14 May 2013 22:26:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/15/Turkish_womb_transplant_pregnancy_ended_872210.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/15/Revenge_blamed_for_gruesome_Syria_video_872206.html A Syrian rebel filmed apparently cutting out and eating a soldier's organ of has defended his actions. Tue, 14 May 2013 21:53:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/15/Revenge_blamed_for_gruesome_Syria_video_872206.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Syria_rebel_defends_gruesome_video_872202.html A Syrian rebel filmed apparently cutting out and eating a soldier's organs has defended his actions. Tue, 14 May 2013 21:50:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Syria_rebel_defends_gruesome_video_872202.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/15/Hockey_considers_position_on_baby_bonus_872201.html The coalition won't make a 'knee-jerk' decision on whether it will back the axing of the baby bonus. Tue, 14 May 2013 21:43:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/15/Hockey_considers_position_on_baby_bonus_872201.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/15/Abbott_cant_put_timeframe_on_surplus_872200.html Opposition Leader Tony Abbott can't say how long it would take to get the budget back into surplus. Tue, 14 May 2013 21:42:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/15/Abbott_cant_put_timeframe_on_surplus_872200.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/15/Julia_Gillard_defends_federal_budget_872199.html Prime Minister Julia Gillard has defended her government's budget, stating tough choices had to be made. Tue, 14 May 2013 21:42:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/15/Julia_Gillard_defends_federal_budget_872199.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/15/Hockey_considers_position_on_baby_bonus_872198.html The coalition won't make a 'knee-jerk' decision on whether it will back the axing of the baby bonus. Tue, 14 May 2013 21:42:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/15/Hockey_considers_position_on_baby_bonus_872198.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/PM_defends_federal_budget_872197.html Prime Minister Julia Gillard has defended her government's budget, stating tough choices had to be made. Tue, 14 May 2013 21:36:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/15/PM_defends_federal_budget_872197.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Abbott_cant_put_timeframe_on_surplus_872196.html Opposition Leader Tony Abbott can't say how long it would take to get the budget back into surplus. Tue, 14 May 2013 21:35:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Abbott_cant_put_timeframe_on_surplus_872196.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Julia_Gillard_defends_federal_budget_872194.html Prime Minister Julia Gillard has defended her government's budget, stating tough choices had to be made. Tue, 14 May 2013 21:30:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Julia_Gillard_defends_federal_budget_872194.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/FA_Cup_winners_Wigan_relegated_from_EPL_872193.html Wigan is first team ever to be relegated and win the FA Cup in the same season, losing to Arsenal 4-1. Tue, 14 May 2013 21:12:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/FA_Cup_winners_Wigan_relegated_from_EPL_872193.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/American_spy_detained_in_Russia_872184.html Russia says it has detained an alleged American CIA agent who was working undercover at the US embassy. Tue, 14 May 2013 20:28:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/American_spy_detained_in_Russia_872184.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/McIlroy_still_pondering_golf_World_Cup_872185.html Despite saying he wouldn't, Rory McIlroy may play in the World Cup of Golf at Royal Melbourne. Tue, 14 May 2013 19:47:27 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/McIlroy_still_pondering_golf_World_Cup_872185.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/Platt_leaves_Man_City_after_Mancini_axed_872182.html Manchester City assistant manager David Platt has left the club just a day after Roberto Mancini was sacked. Tue, 14 May 2013 19:21:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/Platt_leaves_Man_City_after_Mancini_axed_872182.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/Evans_second_overall_at_Giro_872181.html Rigoberto Uran took victory in the 10th stage of the Giro d'Italia, with Vincenzo Nibali leading overall. Tue, 14 May 2013 19:06:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/Evans_second_overall_at_Giro_872181.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Gunmen_kill_12_at_Baghdad_alcohol_shops_872180.html Gunmen armed with silenced weapons have shot dead 12 people at alcohol shops in Baghdad. Tue, 14 May 2013 19:04:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Gunmen_kill_12_at_Baghdad_alcohol_shops_872180.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Dozens_of_Rohingya_missing_off_Myanmar_872179.html Dozens of Rohingya Muslims are missing after their boats capsized off Myanmar as they fled a looming cyclone Tue, 14 May 2013 19:04:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Dozens_of_Rohingya_missing_off_Myanmar_872179.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Brazil_clears_way_for_gay_marriage_872178.html A top judicial panel has cleared the way for same-sex marriage in Brazil. Tue, 14 May 2013 19:04:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Brazil_clears_way_for_gay_marriage_872178.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/Ronaldinho_Kaka_out_of_Brazil_squad_872177.html Brazil coach Luiz Felipe Scolari has left Ronaldinho and Kaka out of his squad for the Confederations Cup. Tue, 14 May 2013 18:59:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/Ronaldinho_Kaka_out_of_Brazil_squad_872177.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/Chelseas_Hazard_out_of_Europa_final_872175.html Chelsea will face Benfica in Wednesday's Europa League final without injured Belgian star Eden Hazard. Tue, 14 May 2013 18:58:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/Chelseas_Hazard_out_of_Europa_final_872175.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/15/Racist_ranter_waiting_for_rehab_872169.html A woman charged over a racist rant on a Melb train is on a waiting list for rehabilitation, a court heard. Tue, 14 May 2013 14:43:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/15/Racist_ranter_waiting_for_rehab_872169.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Racist_ranter_waiting_for_rehab_872168.html A woman charged over a racist rant on a Melb train is on a waiting list for rehabilitation, a court heard. Tue, 14 May 2013 14:42:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Racist_ranter_waiting_for_rehab_872168.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/15/Victim_of_suspected_Perth_murder_named_872165.html The victim of a suspected murder south of Perth has been named as 46-year-old Ilario Maiolo, known as Larry. Tue, 14 May 2013 14:33:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/15/Victim_of_suspected_Perth_murder_named_872165.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Victim_of_suspected_WA_murder_named_872164.html The victim of a suspected murder south of Perth has been named as 46-year-old Ilario Maiolo, known as Larry. Tue, 14 May 2013 14:32:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/15/Victim_of_suspected_WA_murder_named_872164.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/15/Cattle_exports_may_increase_872163.html Qld and NT's agriculture ministers say they may have brokered a deal with Indonesia to boost cattle exports. Tue, 14 May 2013 14:25:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/15/Cattle_exports_may_increase_872163.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/John_Tomic_assault_trial_postponed_872162.html The assault trial of Bernard Tomic's father John has been postponed until October. Tue, 14 May 2013 14:02:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/15/John_Tomic_assault_trial_postponed_872162.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/14/No_drugs_in_body_of_Sandy_Hook_shooter_872160.html Sandy Hook gunman, Adam Lanza, had no alcohol or drugs in his body when he shot and killed 20 first-graders. Tue, 14 May 2013 13:56:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/14/No_drugs_in_body_of_Sandy_Hook_shooter_872160.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/14/Police_push_to_share_phone_tap_details_872153.html Some trainers and jockeys would be suspended if sharing information from phone taps was allowed, police say. Tue, 14 May 2013 13:55:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/14/Police_push_to_share_phone_tap_details_872153.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/14/Motorcyclist_may_lose_hand_after_crash_872148.html A motorcyclist may lose his hand following a collision with another motorbike in northern NSW. Tue, 14 May 2013 13:55:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/14/Motorcyclist_may_lose_hand_after_crash_872148.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/14/Man_charged_after_Gold_Coast_house_fire_872149.html A man has been charged with two counts of attempted murder following a suspicious fire on the Gold Coast. Tue, 14 May 2013 13:55:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/14/Man_charged_after_Gold_Coast_house_fire_872149.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/14/Men_flee_Gold_Coast_boat_blaze_872150.html Two men have been forced to flee a burning boat after it caught alight off the Gold Coast. Tue, 14 May 2013 13:55:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/14/Men_flee_Gold_Coast_boat_blaze_872150.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/14/Budget_has_448m_to_upgrade_SA_road_872152.html The federal budget is to include $448 million to upgrade part of South Road in Adelaide. Tue, 14 May 2013 13:55:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/14/Budget_has_448m_to_upgrade_SA_road_872152.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/14/Man_charged_with_sex_assaults_on_boys_872151.html A man from the NSW Hunter Valley has been charged with repeatedly sexually assaulting two boys. Tue, 14 May 2013 13:55:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/14/Man_charged_with_sex_assaults_on_boys_872151.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/14/Aboriginal_rate_of_dementia_higher_872159.html Aboriginal Australians may be three times more likely to suffer dementia than the non-indigenous population. Tue, 14 May 2013 13:55:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/14/Aboriginal_rate_of_dementia_higher_872159.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/14/Queensland_sting_leads_to_US_arrest_872157.html A US man has been charged with child pornography offences after an undercover Queensland police operation. Tue, 14 May 2013 13:55:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/14/Queensland_sting_leads_to_US_arrest_872157.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/14/Morcombe_case_will_begin_2013_says_A-G_872156.html Queensland's attorney-general says the trial of Daniel Morcombe's accused killer will begin before the 2014. Tue, 14 May 2013 13:55:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/14/Morcombe_case_will_begin_2013_says_A-G_872156.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/14/Police_hunt_Sydney_fugitive_872155.html A Sydney prison inmate is on the run after disappearing while on work release from Silverwater jail. Tue, 14 May 2013 13:55:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/14/Police_hunt_Sydney_fugitive_872155.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Environment/2013/05/14/US_braces_for_17-year_cicada_invasion_872147.html A cicada invasion is imminent in the US with millions of the insects to emerge after 17 years lying in wait. Tue, 14 May 2013 13:52:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Environment/2013/05/14/US_braces_for_17-year_cicada_invasion_872147.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/Dugan_named_by_Dragons_Benji_benched_872146.html Josh Dugan was named to make his St George Illawarra debut in Saturday night's clash with Parramatta. Tue, 14 May 2013 13:52:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/Dugan_named_by_Dragons_Benji_benched_872146.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/14/Jackson_doctor_verdict_heard_in_court_872144.html A state attorney urged court to reject an appeal of Michael Jackson's doctor as no serious errors were made. Tue, 14 May 2013 13:47:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/14/Jackson_doctor_verdict_heard_in_court_872144.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/We_still_fear_Benji_say_NRL_leaders_872143.html South Sydney say they still fear out-of-sorts Benji Marshall and his last-placed Wests Tigers. Tue, 14 May 2013 13:42:29 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/We_still_fear_Benji_say_NRL_leaders_872143.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/14/Popular_psychologist_Joyce_Brothers_dies_872142.html Joyce Brothers, the pop psychologist who pioneered the television advice show in the 1950s, has died age 85. Tue, 14 May 2013 13:37:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/14/Popular_psychologist_Joyce_Brothers_dies_872142.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/Cats_utility_still_battling_hamstring_872141.html Geelong utility Paul Chapman is finding it harder than expected to overcome a hamstring strain. Tue, 14 May 2013 13:36:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/Cats_utility_still_battling_hamstring_872141.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/Mandelas_ex-wife_ordered_to_settle_debt_872140.html Nelson Mandela's ex-wife, Winnie, has been ordered to auction household goods to pay off her debts. Tue, 14 May 2013 13:28:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/Mandelas_ex-wife_ordered_to_settle_debt_872140.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/Ferguson_embarrassed_by_Inglis_contrast_872139.html Canberra's Blake Ferguson says he has a long way to go before he can be compared to Greg Inglis. Tue, 14 May 2013 13:26:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/Ferguson_embarrassed_by_Inglis_contrast_872139.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/All_Black_Smith_to_keep_playing_rugby_872138.html All Blacks centre Conrad Smith hasn't contemplated ending his rugby career despite a recent knock-out. Tue, 14 May 2013 13:24:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/All_Black_Smith_to_keep_playing_rugby_872138.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/Russia_detains_American_CIA_agent_872137.html Russia says it has detained an alleged American CIA agent who was working undercover at the US embassy. Tue, 14 May 2013 13:23:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/Russia_detains_American_CIA_agent_872137.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/Worsfold_hails_club_great_Glass_872136.html West Coast coach John Worsfold has labelled Darren Glass one of the club's greats. Tue, 14 May 2013 13:19:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/Worsfold_hails_club_great_Glass_872136.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Hong_Kong_shares_end_026_per_cent_lower_872135.html Hong Kong shares have closed 0.26 per cent lower as uncertainty lingered over China's economic recovery. Tue, 14 May 2013 13:17:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Hong_Kong_shares_end_026_per_cent_lower_872135.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Sharp_reshuffle_after_record_loss_872134.html Sharp Corp named a new president, reshuffling its management to restore profitability after a record loss. Tue, 14 May 2013 13:14:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Sharp_reshuffle_after_record_loss_872134.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/South_Korea_proposes_talks_with_North_872132.html South Korea has requested talks with North Korea on removing goods from a joint industrial complex. Tue, 14 May 2013 13:08:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/South_Korea_proposes_talks_with_North_872132.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/Sandy_Hook_gunman_had_no_drugs_in_system_872130.html Sandy Hook gunman, Adam Lanza, had no alcohol or drugs in his body when he shot and killed 20 first-graders. Tue, 14 May 2013 12:56:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/Sandy_Hook_gunman_had_no_drugs_in_system_872130.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Sandy_Hook_gunman_had_no_drugs_in_system_872129.html Sandy Hook gunman, Adam Lanza, had no alcohol or drugs in his body when he shot and killed 20 first-graders. Tue, 14 May 2013 12:56:04 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Sandy_Hook_gunman_had_no_drugs_in_system_872129.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/Booed_Rooney_lauds_Alex_Ferguson_872128.html Manchester United's Wayne Rooney on Tuesday praised the retiring Alex Ferguson as a 'fantastic manager'. Tue, 14 May 2013 12:45:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/Booed_Rooney_lauds_Alex_Ferguson_872128.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/NRL_stars_back_send-off_rule_change_872126.html Roosters' Jared Waerea-Hargreaves faces a seven-week suspension for his high shot on Manly prop George Rose. Tue, 14 May 2013 12:41:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/NRL_stars_back_send-off_rule_change_872126.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/Rebels_unsure_if_Beale_will_be_back_872125.html The Melbourne Rebels are unsure if Wallabies back Kurtley Beale will play for the Super Rugby side again. Tue, 14 May 2013 12:37:30 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/Rebels_unsure_if_Beale_will_be_back_872125.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/Tigers_Marshall_relegated_to_the_bench_872124.html NRL star Benji Marshall has been dumped to the bench by Wests Tigers coach Mick Potter. Tue, 14 May 2013 12:34:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/Tigers_Marshall_relegated_to_the_bench_872124.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/14/Surplus_would_have_hurt_economy_-_Swan_872123.html Treasurer Wayne Swan says jobs would have been at risk if spending had been slashed to achieve a surplus. Tue, 14 May 2013 12:13:27 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/14/Surplus_would_have_hurt_economy_-_Swan_872123.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Surplus_would_have_hurt_economy_-_Swan_872122.html Treasurer Wayne Swan says jobs would have been at risk if spending had been slashed to achieve a surplus. Tue, 14 May 2013 12:13:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Surplus_would_have_hurt_economy_-_Swan_872122.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/14/Australia_keeps_AAA_rating_after_budget_872117.html Australia's AAA rating remains unchanged despite the federal government handing down an $18 billion deficit. Tue, 14 May 2013 11:18:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/14/Australia_keeps_AAA_rating_after_budget_872117.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Australia_keeps_AAA_rating_after_budget_872116.html Australia's AAA rating remains unchanged despite the federal government handing down an $18 billion deficit. Tue, 14 May 2013 11:17:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Australia_keeps_AAA_rating_after_budget_872116.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/14/MRRT_to_raise_millions_not_billions_872115.html The federal government's mining tax will not meet expectations of the promised billions of dollars. Tue, 14 May 2013 11:15:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/14/MRRT_to_raise_millions_not_billions_872115.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/MRRT_to_raise_millions_not_billions_872114.html The federal government's mining tax will not meet expectations of the promised billions of dollars. Tue, 14 May 2013 11:14:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/MRRT_to_raise_millions_not_billions_872114.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/14/Budget_a_missed_opportunity_for_business_872113.html The federal budget has missed the opportunity to take the pressure off business, the ACCI says. Tue, 14 May 2013 11:07:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/14/Budget_a_missed_opportunity_for_business_872113.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Budget_a_missed_opportunity_for_business_872112.html The federal budget has missed the opportunity to take the pressure off business, the ACCI says. Tue, 14 May 2013 11:07:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Budget_a_missed_opportunity_for_business_872112.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/14/Carbon_tax_take_falls_with_price_872111.html The carbon price is expected to be less than half of previous predictions once it moves to a floating price. Tue, 14 May 2013 11:02:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/14/Carbon_tax_take_falls_with_price_872111.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/14/Carbon_tax_take_falls_with_price_872110.html The carbon price is expected to be less than half of previous predictions once it moves to a floating price. Tue, 14 May 2013 11:01:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/14/Carbon_tax_take_falls_with_price_872110.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/14/ABC_SBS_to_improve_services_872109.html Australia's public broadcasters say federal budget funding will help them improve their services. Tue, 14 May 2013 10:57:04 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/14/ABC_SBS_to_improve_services_872109.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/14/Baby_bonus_axed_in_federal_budget_872107.html Couples trying for children better get busy before the baby bonus is abolished in March next year. Tue, 14 May 2013 10:25:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/14/Baby_bonus_axed_in_federal_budget_872107.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/14/Debt_chaos_and_spin_in_budget_-_Hockey_872106.html Shadow Treasurer Joe Hockey says tonight's budget delivers more 'debt, chaos and spin'. Tue, 14 May 2013 10:21:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/14/Debt_chaos_and_spin_in_budget_-_Hockey_872106.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Debt_chaos_and_spin_in_budget_-_Hockey_872103.html Shadow Treasurer Joe Hockey says tonight's budget delivers more 'debt, chaos and spin'. Tue, 14 May 2013 10:21:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Debt_chaos_and_spin_in_budget_-_Hockey_872103.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/14/Cancer_care_biggest_winner_in_budget_872105.html Cancer care has been the biggest winner in health from the budget, but smokers will have to pay more. Tue, 14 May 2013 10:20:29 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/14/Cancer_care_biggest_winner_in_budget_872105.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/14/Cancer_care_biggest_winner_in_budget_872104.html Cancer care has been the biggest winner in health from the budget, but smokers will have to pay more. Tue, 14 May 2013 10:20:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/14/Cancer_care_biggest_winner_in_budget_872104.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/14/Defence_big_winner_from_federal_budget_872093.html Defence appears to be a big winner from the budget with almost $1 billion extra funding this year. Tue, 14 May 2013 10:12:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/14/Defence_big_winner_from_federal_budget_872093.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/14/Public_service_to_lose_1200_jobs_872096.html The Gillard government is cutting more than 1200 public service jobs in next year's budget. Tue, 14 May 2013 10:12:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/14/Public_service_to_lose_1200_jobs_872096.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/14/Govt_opens_heart_and_wallet_for_disabled_872101.html Labor's national disability care program will get $14.3bn in new money to ensure it will be running on time. Tue, 14 May 2013 10:12:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/14/Govt_opens_heart_and_wallet_for_disabled_872101.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/14/Slow_start_for_schools_funding_boost_872100.html The govt's plan to boost schools funding will get less than half a billion dollars in its first year. Tue, 14 May 2013 10:12:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/14/Slow_start_for_schools_funding_boost_872100.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/14/Swan_says_transition_might_be_painful_872099.html Australians face a painful period of economic transition as the investment boom in mining ends. Tue, 14 May 2013 10:12:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/14/Swan_says_transition_might_be_painful_872099.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/14/Govt_saves_45m_from_internet_filter_872098.html The govt is saving $4.5m by not proceeding with plans to filter the internet of objectionable material. Tue, 14 May 2013 10:12:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/14/Govt_saves_45m_from_internet_filter_872098.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/14/Public_service_to_lose_1200_jobs_872095.html The Gillard government is cutting more than 1200 public service jobs in next year's budget. Tue, 14 May 2013 10:04:04 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/14/Public_service_to_lose_1200_jobs_872095.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/14/Govt_saves_45m_from_internet_filter_872094.html The govt is saving $4.5m by not proceeding with plans to filter the internet of objectionable material. Tue, 14 May 2013 10:00:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/14/Govt_saves_45m_from_internet_filter_872094.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/14/Defence_big_winner_from_federal_budget_872092.html Defence appears to be a big winner from the budget with almost $1 billion extra funding this year. Tue, 14 May 2013 09:58:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/14/Defence_big_winner_from_federal_budget_872092.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/14/Changes_made_to_tax_for_superannuation_872087.html New superannuation rules increasing taxes for the wealthy have been confirmed in the federal budget. Tue, 14 May 2013 09:58:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/14/Changes_made_to_tax_for_superannuation_872087.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/14/Govt_opens_heart_and_wallet_for_disabled_872089.html Labor's national disability care program will get $14.3bn in new money to ensure it will be running on time. Tue, 14 May 2013 09:56:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/14/Govt_opens_heart_and_wallet_for_disabled_872089.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/14/Mining_transition_wont_be_seamless_872086.html The economic projections underpinning the budget are based on a hope that non-mining businesses will invest. Tue, 14 May 2013 09:55:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/14/Mining_transition_wont_be_seamless_872086.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/14/Housing_and_retail_to_make_a_comeback_872085.html Despite falling commodity prices and a high dollar, the Australian economy is expected to make a comeback. Tue, 14 May 2013 09:55:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/14/Housing_and_retail_to_make_a_comeback_872085.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/14/Budget_helps_farmers_in_hardship_872088.html Life on the land can be tough but farmers dealing with hardship will get a boost from the budget. Tue, 14 May 2013 09:55:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/14/Budget_helps_farmers_in_hardship_872088.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Rural/2013/05/14/Budget_helps_farmers_in_hardship_872084.html Life on the land can be tough but farmers dealing with hardship will get a boost from the budget. Tue, 14 May 2013 09:54:30 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Rural/2013/05/14/Budget_helps_farmers_in_hardship_872084.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Changes_made_to_tax_for_superannuation_872083.html New superannuation rules increasing taxes for the wealthy have been confirmed in the federal budget. Tue, 14 May 2013 09:54:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Changes_made_to_tax_for_superannuation_872083.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Housing_and_retail_to_make_a_comeback_872082.html Despite falling commodity prices and a high dollar, the Australian economy is expected to make a comeback. Tue, 14 May 2013 09:53:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Housing_and_retail_to_make_a_comeback_872082.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Slow_start_for_schools_funding_boost_872080.html The govt's plan to boost schools funding will get less than half a billion dollars in its first year. Tue, 14 May 2013 09:53:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Slow_start_for_schools_funding_boost_872080.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Mining_transition_wont_be_seamless_872081.html The economic projections underpinning the budget are based on a hope that non-mining businesses will invest. Tue, 14 May 2013 09:53:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Mining_transition_wont_be_seamless_872081.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/Kelly_Betts_receive_AFL_bans_for_bumps_872079.html High bumps have cost Geelong's James Kelly a two-week suspension and Carlton's Eddie Betts a three-week ban. Tue, 14 May 2013 09:50:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/Kelly_Betts_receive_AFL_bans_for_bumps_872079.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/Cats_Kelly_banned_for_two_AFL_games_872078.html Veteran Geelong midfielder James Kelly is out for two matches after the AFL tribunal on Tuesday. Tue, 14 May 2013 09:41:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/Cats_Kelly_banned_for_two_AFL_games_872078.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Swan_says_transition_might_be_painful_872076.html Australians face a painful period of economic transition as the investment boom in mining ends. Tue, 14 May 2013 09:37:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Swan_says_transition_might_be_painful_872076.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/We_still_fear_Benji_say_NRL_leaders_872073.html South Sydney say they still fear out-of-sorts Benji Marshall and his last-placed Wests Tigers. Tue, 14 May 2013 09:07:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/We_still_fear_Benji_say_NRL_leaders_872073.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Australian_three-year_bonds_stronger_872072.html Three-year bond futures prices were firmer as traders continued to factor in more interest rate cuts. Tue, 14 May 2013 08:56:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Australian_three-year_bonds_stronger_872072.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Tokyo_stocks_end_016_lower_872071.html Tokyo stocks have closed 0.16 per cent lower on profit-booking after recent gains. Tue, 14 May 2013 08:54:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Tokyo_stocks_end_016_lower_872071.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Newcastle_coal_port_workers_to_strike_872069.html Workers at a Newcastle coal terminal will go ahead with a strike after talks failed to break the impasse. Tue, 14 May 2013 08:51:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Newcastle_coal_port_workers_to_strike_872069.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/14/Government_to_axe_baby_bonus_872068.html The government will abolish the baby bonus as part of its path back to surplus in 2016/17. Tue, 14 May 2013 08:41:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/14/Government_to_axe_baby_bonus_872068.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/14/Eating_bugs_could_fix_food_shortages_872062.html The UN's food agency says eating insects could address food security problems and reduce obesity. Tue, 14 May 2013 08:27:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/14/Eating_bugs_could_fix_food_shortages_872062.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/Sims_hopes_to_clear_SBW_Origin_hurdle_872061.html Sonny Bill Williams is one of the final hurdles Tariq Sims must clear to earn a NSW State of Origin nod. Tue, 14 May 2013 08:16:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/Sims_hopes_to_clear_SBW_Origin_hurdle_872061.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/14/DiCaprio_green_art_auction_tops_38m_872060.html Leonardo DiCaprio has urged wealthy art collectors to bid at an environmental charity auction in New York. Tue, 14 May 2013 08:08:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/14/DiCaprio_green_art_auction_tops_38m_872060.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Australian_shares_close_higher_872059.html The Australian market has closed higher after a volatile day of trading due to the impending federal budget. Tue, 14 May 2013 08:04:58 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Australian_shares_close_higher_872059.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/A_trading_below_parity_with_US_dollar_872058.html The Australian dollar is trading slightly below parity with the US dollar as commodities prices fell. Tue, 14 May 2013 08:02:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/A_trading_below_parity_with_US_dollar_872058.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Asylum_seekers_go_bush_in_Arnhem_Land_872055.html Ten asylum seekers are thought to have run into the wilderness in Arnhem Land when a boat reached Australia. Tue, 14 May 2013 07:57:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Asylum_seekers_go_bush_in_Arnhem_Land_872055.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/Eagle_Nicoski_ready_to_resume_AFL_career_872054.html West Coast Eagles forward Mark Nicoski will play around 70 minutes for the Subiaco reserves on Saturday. Tue, 14 May 2013 07:42:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/Eagle_Nicoski_ready_to_resume_AFL_career_872054.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/14/MPs_fire_their_last_pre-budget_shots_872052.html MPs have fired their last pre-budget shots before Treasurer Wayne Swan announces his budget speech. Tue, 14 May 2013 07:34:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/14/MPs_fire_their_last_pre-budget_shots_872052.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/US_abortion_provider_convicted_872051.html A US abortion provider has been found guilty of murdering three babies with scissors after they were born. Tue, 14 May 2013 07:32:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/US_abortion_provider_convicted_872051.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/14/Government_to_axe_baby_bonus_in_budget_872050.html The government will abolish the baby bonus as part of its path back to surplus in 2016/17. Tue, 14 May 2013 07:30:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/14/Government_to_axe_baby_bonus_in_budget_872050.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/14/Budget_back_to_surplus_in_2016-17_872049.html Treasurer Wayne Swan will unveil a pathway back to a balanced budget in 2015/16, according to reports. Tue, 14 May 2013 07:30:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/14/Budget_back_to_surplus_in_2016-17_872049.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Budget_back_to_surplus_in_2016-17_872048.html Treasurer Wayne Swan will unveil a pathway back to a balanced budget in 2015/16, according to reports. Tue, 14 May 2013 07:30:27 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Budget_back_to_surplus_in_2016-17_872048.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Government_to_axe_baby_bonus_in_budget_872044.html The government will abolish the baby bonus as part of its path back to surplus in 2016/17. Tue, 14 May 2013 07:27:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Government_to_axe_baby_bonus_in_budget_872044.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/Notorious_PNG_bank_robber_escapes_prison_872047.html Police say PNG's most notorious bank robber, William Kapris, has escaped from the country's main prison. Tue, 14 May 2013 07:27:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/Notorious_PNG_bank_robber_escapes_prison_872047.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Cattle_exports_may_increase_to_Indonesia_872046.html Qld and NT's agriculture ministers say they may have brokered a deal with Indonesia to boost cattle exports. Tue, 14 May 2013 07:27:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Cattle_exports_may_increase_to_Indonesia_872046.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/Slovenia_yet_to_dispel_bailout_concerns_872043.html The EU's top economic official has warned Slovenia may not have done enough to escape a eurozone bailout. Tue, 14 May 2013 07:24:27 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/Slovenia_yet_to_dispel_bailout_concerns_872043.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/Saudi_man_with_pressure_cooker_arrested_872041.html US court documents reveal a Saudi man was arrested for lying about why he was travelling a pressure cooker. Tue, 14 May 2013 07:21:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/Saudi_man_with_pressure_cooker_arrested_872041.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/MPs_fire_their_last_pre-budget_shots_872040.html MPs have fired their last pre-budget shots before Treasurer Wayne Swan announces his budget speech. Tue, 14 May 2013 07:17:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/MPs_fire_their_last_pre-budget_shots_872040.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/14/National_outrage_over_uni_cuts_872039.html Hundreds of students have rallied across the nation in protest against federal university funding cuts. Tue, 14 May 2013 07:07:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/14/National_outrage_over_uni_cuts_872039.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/National_outrage_over_uni_funding_cuts_872038.html Hundreds of students have rallied across the nation in protest against federal university funding cuts. Tue, 14 May 2013 07:06:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/National_outrage_over_uni_funding_cuts_872038.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/14/Barnett_wont_rule_out_more_job_cuts_872036.html WA Premier Colin Barnett declined to rule out further public sector job cuts in the 'volatile' environment. Tue, 14 May 2013 07:05:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/14/Barnett_wont_rule_out_more_job_cuts_872036.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/14/Coalition_says_workers_should_be_happy_872035.html The coalition says workers should be 'happy' with arrangements under proposed industrial relations changes. Tue, 14 May 2013 07:00:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/14/Coalition_says_workers_should_be_happy_872035.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Australian_shares_close_firmer_872032.html The Australian share market has closed marginally higher ahead of the federal budget. Tue, 14 May 2013 06:51:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Australian_shares_close_firmer_872032.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/No_alarm_bells_for_Storm_skipper_Smith_872031.html Captain Cameron Smith has insisted there are no alarm bells for NRL premiers Melbourne after a mini-slump. Tue, 14 May 2013 06:44:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/No_alarm_bells_for_Storm_skipper_Smith_872031.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/14/New_tools_to_help_cancer_researchers_872028.html Researchers hope for more specialised cancer treatments with fewer side effects using high-tech equipment. Tue, 14 May 2013 06:34:29 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/14/New_tools_to_help_cancer_researchers_872028.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/14/Breastfeeding_good_for_blood_pressure_872026.html Breastfeeding reduces the risk of mums developing high blood pressure later in life, new research shows. Tue, 14 May 2013 06:32:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/14/Breastfeeding_good_for_blood_pressure_872026.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/14/NT_Aboriginal_adoption_plan_sparks_fears_872024.html The NT government has outlined a controversial plan to force the adoption of mistreated Indigenous children. Tue, 14 May 2013 06:31:04 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/14/NT_Aboriginal_adoption_plan_sparks_fears_872024.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Aboriginal_adoption_plan_sparks_fears_872022.html The NT government has outlined a controversial plan to force the adoption of mistreated Indigenous children. Tue, 14 May 2013 06:29:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Aboriginal_adoption_plan_sparks_fears_872022.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/14/Experts_say_pets_are_good_for_your_heart_872021.html US and Australian experts say pets, especially dogs, are good for your heart. Tue, 14 May 2013 06:25:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/14/Experts_say_pets_are_good_for_your_heart_872021.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/14/Heart_attack_survival_time_doubled_872020.html The time a heart attack victim is kept alive before brain damage occurs has been doubled with a new system. Tue, 14 May 2013 06:22:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/14/Heart_attack_survival_time_doubled_872020.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/14/Vermont_approves_death-with-dignity_872019.html A bill has been approved in Vermont for terminally ill patients to request medication to take their lives. Tue, 14 May 2013 06:17:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/14/Vermont_approves_death-with-dignity_872019.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/14/Museum_finds_missing_whale_skull_872018.html A museum's smelly 100 kilogram whale skull has been found after it went missing from a Tasmanian beach. Tue, 14 May 2013 06:07:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/14/Museum_finds_missing_whale_skull_872018.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Jolies_undergone_double_mastectomy_872017.html Angelina Jolie has undergone a preventive double mastectomy because she has a high risk of breast cancer. Tue, 14 May 2013 06:06:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Jolies_undergone_double_mastectomy_872017.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Bob_Jane_son_told_they_can_settle_feud_872015.html A judge has reminded Bob Jane and his son they can settle their dispute over money outside the courts. Tue, 14 May 2013 06:01:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Bob_Jane_son_told_they_can_settle_feud_872015.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/14/Punk_stream_album_ahead_of_Wee_Waa_872014.html Police have launched an operation targeting fans of Daft Punk ahead of the band's album release in Wee Waa. Tue, 14 May 2013 06:01:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/14/Punk_stream_album_ahead_of_Wee_Waa_872014.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Macmahon_shares_soar_on_update_872013.html Macmahon Holdings' shares have shot up by more than 20 per cent after it detailed positive growth. Tue, 14 May 2013 05:57:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Macmahon_shares_soar_on_update_872013.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/14/Angelina_Jolie_has_double_mastectomy_872012.html Angelina Jolie has undergone a preventive double mastectomy because she has a high risk of breast cancer. Tue, 14 May 2013 05:56:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/14/Angelina_Jolie_has_double_mastectomy_872012.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Strongest_jump_for_home_loans_since_2009_872011.html Owner-occupier home loan approvals have posted the strongest jump in four years. Tue, 14 May 2013 05:53:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Strongest_jump_for_home_loans_since_2009_872011.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/14/ISS_astronauts_returns_to_Earth_872008.html Three astronauts have returned to Earth aboard a Russian Soyuz capsule after a half-year mission. Tue, 14 May 2013 05:45:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/14/ISS_astronauts_returns_to_Earth_872008.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Morcombe_accused_faces_trial_this_year_872005.html Qld's chief justice says the trial of the accused killer of Daniel Morcombe is being dealt with promptly. Tue, 14 May 2013 05:40:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Morcombe_accused_faces_trial_this_year_872005.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/Blues_Betts_facing_three-game_AFL_ban_872004.html Carlton are set to lose Eddie Betts for three AFL matches in a serious match review panel setback. Tue, 14 May 2013 05:32:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/Blues_Betts_facing_three-game_AFL_ban_872004.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/14/Union_wants_cooks_to_earn_230000_872000.html The government is warnings against excessive wages as a union demands gas plant cooks be paid up to $230,000 Tue, 14 May 2013 04:53:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/14/Union_wants_cooks_to_earn_230000_872000.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/Troops_deployed_to_stem_Venezuelan_crime_872001.html Venezuela's President says he'll dispatch 3,000 police and army troops to stem spiralling violent crime. Tue, 14 May 2013 04:17:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/Troops_deployed_to_stem_Venezuelan_crime_872001.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/14/Sydney_Uni_protestors_clash_with_police_871999.html Police and protesters have clashed outside Sydney University during a strike over changes to job security. Tue, 14 May 2013 04:17:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/14/Sydney_Uni_protestors_clash_with_police_871999.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/News_agency_protests_seizure_of_records_871998.html AP are protesting against the US Justice Department's acquisition of two months worth of phone records. Tue, 14 May 2013 04:08:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/News_agency_protests_seizure_of_records_871998.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/Nigeria_rules_on_Iran_arms_shipment_871996.html A Nigerian court has sentenced an alleged member of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard to five years in jail. Tue, 14 May 2013 04:00:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/Nigeria_rules_on_Iran_arms_shipment_871996.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/14/Lord_Ahmed_quits_UK_Labour_party_871995.html Lord Ahmed has resigned days before he was due to face a hearing over anti-Semitic allegations in the UK. Tue, 14 May 2013 03:55:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/14/Lord_Ahmed_quits_UK_Labour_party_871995.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/US_tax_agency_targeting_outrageous_871992.html US President Barack Obama has condemned the targeting of conservative groups by the country's tax agency. Tue, 14 May 2013 03:51:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/US_tax_agency_targeting_outrageous_871992.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/Mexican_drug_cartel_member_jailed_in_US_871991.html A Mexican drug cartel chief has been jailed for 35 years for plotting to smuggle drugs into the US. Tue, 14 May 2013 03:37:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/Mexican_drug_cartel_member_jailed_in_US_871991.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Australian_share_market_higher_at_noon_871989.html The Australian market is higher in intraday trading as the Government prepares to hand down its 2013 budget. Tue, 14 May 2013 03:10:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Australian_share_market_higher_at_noon_871989.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Three_astronauts_return_to_Earth_871988.html Three astronauts have returned to Earth aboard a Russian Soyuz capsule after a half-year mission. Tue, 14 May 2013 03:06:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Three_astronauts_return_to_Earth_871988.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/Vlastuin_wins_AFL_Rising_Star_nomination_871986.html Richmond defender Nick Vlastuin is the round-seven AFL Rising Star nominee. Tue, 14 May 2013 02:53:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/Vlastuin_wins_AFL_Rising_Star_nomination_871986.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/Waerea-Hargreaves_faces_big_NRL_ban_871985.html Jared Waerea-Hargreaves' is facing seven weeks on the sidelines after a charge for a reckless high tackle. Tue, 14 May 2013 02:42:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/Waerea-Hargreaves_faces_big_NRL_ban_871985.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/James_Kelly_to_front_AFL_Tribunal_871983.html Geelong midfielder James Kelly will contest his rough contact charge at the AFL Tribunal. Tue, 14 May 2013 02:39:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/James_Kelly_to_front_AFL_Tribunal_871983.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/A_below_parity_with_US_greenback_871982.html $A has remained below parity with the greenback as healthy American retail data underpinned US currency. Tue, 14 May 2013 02:33:27 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/A_below_parity_with_US_greenback_871982.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Quake_in_Northern_Mariana_Islands_871981.html A deep 7.0-magnitude earthquake has struck near the Northern Mariana Islands in the western Pacific. Tue, 14 May 2013 02:12:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Quake_in_Northern_Mariana_Islands_871981.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Suspect_in_Mothers_Day_parade_shooting_871978.html US police have identified a suspect in the shooting of 19 people in a Mother's Day parade in New Orleans. Tue, 14 May 2013 02:04:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Suspect_in_Mothers_Day_parade_shooting_871978.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Swan_says_budget_about_the_future_871975.html Treasurer Wayne Swan says his sixth budget will take the 'extraordinary step' of laying out a 10-year plan. Tue, 14 May 2013 02:00:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Swan_says_budget_about_the_future_871975.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/14/Swan_says_budget_to_keep_economy_strong_871974.html Treasurer Wayne Swan says his sixth budget will take the 'extraordinary step' of laying out a 10-year plan. Tue, 14 May 2013 01:59:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/14/Swan_says_budget_to_keep_economy_strong_871974.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Swan_says_budget_to_keep_economy_strong_871973.html Treasurer Wayne Swan says his sixth budget will take the 'extraordinary step' of laying out a 10-year plan. Tue, 14 May 2013 01:58:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Swan_says_budget_to_keep_economy_strong_871973.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/OJ_Simpson_appeals_robbery_conviction_871972.html Former football star OJ Simpson has appeared in court to appeal his 2008 conviction for robbery and assault. Tue, 14 May 2013 01:55:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/OJ_Simpson_appeals_robbery_conviction_871972.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/Deadly_car_bombing_hits_Libyas_Benghazi_871971.html A powerful car bomb has exploded near a hospital in Benghazi, Libya, killing and wounding dozens. Tue, 14 May 2013 01:53:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/Deadly_car_bombing_hits_Libyas_Benghazi_871971.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/14/German_Greens_tackle_pedophile_links_871970.html Germany's opposition Greens party has assigned an independent researcher to investigate 'pedophile links'. Tue, 14 May 2013 01:52:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/14/German_Greens_tackle_pedophile_links_871970.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/German_Greens_tackle_pedophile_links_871969.html Germany's opposition Greens party has assigned an independent researcher to investigate 'pedophile links'. Tue, 14 May 2013 01:51:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/German_Greens_tackle_pedophile_links_871969.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Travel/2013/05/14/Carter_named_as_next_Air_NZ_chair.html Former Foodstuffs boss Tony Carter will take up the chair at Air New Zealand's board. Tue, 14 May 2013 01:47:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Travel/2013/05/14/Carter_named_as_next_Air_NZ_chair.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Carter_named_as_next_Air_NZ_chair_871966.html Former Foodstuffs boss Tony Carter will take up the chair at Air New Zealand's board. Tue, 14 May 2013 01:47:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Carter_named_as_next_Air_NZ_chair_871966.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/Guatemalan_ex-dictator_taken_to_hospital_871965.html Former Guatemalan dictator, who was convicted of genocide last week, has been rushed into hospital. Tue, 14 May 2013 01:44:40 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/Guatemalan_ex-dictator_taken_to_hospital_871965.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/14/Caps_on_GP_payments_bad_for_patients_871964.html The Coalition and the Greens fear some Australians will be priced out of basic health care. Tue, 14 May 2013 01:43:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/14/Caps_on_GP_payments_bad_for_patients_871964.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/14/Call_to_cut_womens_BPA_exposure_871963.html A charity says urgent action is needed to reduce women's exposure to cancer-causing chemicals. Tue, 14 May 2013 01:41:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/14/Call_to_cut_womens_BPA_exposure_871963.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/14/US_govt_appeals_late_challenge_to_pill_871962.html US administration is opposing a ruling to enable the purchase of the morning after pill without prescription Tue, 14 May 2013 01:40:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/14/US_govt_appeals_late_challenge_to_pill_871962.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/Hunt_re-signs_with_Broncos_for_two_years_871961.html Brisbane utility Ben Hunt has re-signed with the Broncos for another two years. Tue, 14 May 2013 01:40:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/Hunt_re-signs_with_Broncos_for_two_years_871961.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/Myanmar_says_president_to_visit_US_871960.html Myanmar state television has announced the President will make a state visit to the US in the near future. Tue, 14 May 2013 01:39:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/Myanmar_says_president_to_visit_US_871960.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/14/UK_doubles_aid_to_Syria_insurgents_871959.html The UK will double its non-lethal military support for Syrian opposition rebels. Tue, 14 May 2013 01:34:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/14/UK_doubles_aid_to_Syria_insurgents_871959.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/14/NT_to_hand_down_austere_budget_871958.html The NT Treasurer has warned of a 'terrible' budget as he tries to pay down the territory's $5.5 billion debt Tue, 14 May 2013 01:34:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/14/NT_to_hand_down_austere_budget_871958.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/14/Manus_detention_centre_in_PNG_court_871957.html A legal challenge to Australian-run Manus Island detention centre will face dismissal proceedings in PNG. Tue, 14 May 2013 01:34:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/14/Manus_detention_centre_in_PNG_court_871957.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Manus_detention_centre_in_PNG_court_871956.html A legal challenge to Australian-run Manus Island detention centre will face dismissal proceedings in PNG. Tue, 14 May 2013 01:33:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Manus_detention_centre_in_PNG_court_871956.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Two_hurt_in_explosions_at_US_gas_plant_871954.html Two workers were injured when highly flammable gas used in welding exploded at a US industrial site. Tue, 14 May 2013 01:30:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Two_hurt_in_explosions_at_US_gas_plant_871954.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Minnesota_12th_US_state_for_gay_marriage_871953.html Minnesota has become the 12th US state to legalise same-sex marriage, the third in two weeks. Tue, 14 May 2013 01:27:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Minnesota_12th_US_state_for_gay_marriage_871953.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/14/Police_push_to_share_phone_tap_details_871951.html Some trainers and jockeys would be suspended if sharing information from phone taps was allowed, police say. Tue, 14 May 2013 01:22:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/14/Police_push_to_share_phone_tap_details_871951.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/14/Budget_has_448m_to_upgrade_SA_road_871948.html The federal budget is to include $448 million to upgrade part of South Road in Adelaide. Tue, 14 May 2013 01:18:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/14/Budget_has_448m_to_upgrade_SA_road_871948.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Rural/2013/05/14/Farmers_dump_grain_at_Barnetts_office_871946.html Disgruntled farmers have dumped several tonnes of grain outside WA Premier Colin Barnett's office. Tue, 14 May 2013 01:15:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Rural/2013/05/14/Farmers_dump_grain_at_Barnetts_office_871946.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/14/Guns_drugs_seized_in_police_raids_871942.html Drugs, firearms and 5000 rounds of ammunition have been discovered in police raids on two Sydney properties. Tue, 14 May 2013 01:07:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/14/Guns_drugs_seized_in_police_raids_871942.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/EPL_within_reach_for_Jedinak_and_Palace_871945.html Socceroo Mile Jedinak is one win away from completing his journey from the A-League to the Premier League. Tue, 14 May 2013 01:05:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/EPL_within_reach_for_Jedinak_and_Palace_871945.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/Stosur_finally_finds_form_on_clay_871944.html Samantha Stosur has finally enjoyed her first win of the European clay season at the Rome Masters. Tue, 14 May 2013 01:05:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/Stosur_finally_finds_form_on_clay_871944.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/Womens_teams_to_contest_new-look_Ashes_871943.html This season's female version of the Ashes will be conducted across all three international formats. Tue, 14 May 2013 01:05:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/Womens_teams_to_contest_new-look_Ashes_871943.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Kidnap_suspect_faced_prior_complaints_871941.html The US man charged with holding three women captive for about a decade was 'prone to violent outbursts'. Tue, 14 May 2013 00:59:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Kidnap_suspect_faced_prior_complaints_871941.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/14/Could_The_Voice_be_losing_its_pitch_871940.html Australia's infatuation with reality singing show The Voice may be over. Tue, 14 May 2013 00:54:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/14/Could_The_Voice_be_losing_its_pitch_871940.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/14/Morcombe_case_will_begin_2013_says_A-G_871939.html Queensland's attorney-general says the trial of Daniel Morcombe's accused killer will begin before the 2014. Tue, 14 May 2013 00:46:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/14/Morcombe_case_will_begin_2013_says_A-G_871939.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/14/Queensland_sting_leads_to_US_arrest_871938.html A US man has been charged with child pornography offences after an undercover Queensland police operation. Tue, 14 May 2013 00:46:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/14/Queensland_sting_leads_to_US_arrest_871938.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Australian_share_market_opens_higher_871936.html The Australian sharemarket has opened slightly higher despite weakness among major resources stocks. Tue, 14 May 2013 00:40:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Australian_share_market_opens_higher_871936.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Environment/2013/05/14/UN_says_bugs_are_food_of_the_future_871932.html The UN's food agency says eating insects could address food security problems and reduce obesity. Tue, 14 May 2013 00:31:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Environment/2013/05/14/UN_says_bugs_are_food_of_the_future_871932.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/A-G_says_2013_for_Morcombe_case_871931.html Queensland's attorney-general says the trial of Daniel Morcombe's accused killer will begin before the 2014. Tue, 14 May 2013 00:31:24 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/A-G_says_2013_for_Morcombe_case_871931.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/Arrests_in_Malcolm_X_grandson_death_871930.html Officials say authorities have arrested two people in connection with the death of the Malcolm X's grandson. Tue, 14 May 2013 00:27:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/Arrests_in_Malcolm_X_grandson_death_871930.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/14/AFP_investigates_Hobart_airport_scare_871927.html The AFP is investigating an airport scare in Tasmania after a white powder was discovered on a cargo plane. Tue, 14 May 2013 00:24:58 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/14/AFP_investigates_Hobart_airport_scare_871927.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/AFP_investigates_Tasmania_airport_scare_871928.html The AFP is investigating an airport scare in Tasmania after a white powder was discovered on a cargo plane. Tue, 14 May 2013 00:24:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/AFP_investigates_Tasmania_airport_scare_871928.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Travel/2013/05/14/Dreamliner_flights_to_resume_May_20.html United Airlines says it will resume Boeing 787 Dreamliner flights this month after a long grounding. Tue, 14 May 2013 00:23:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Travel/2013/05/14/Dreamliner_flights_to_resume_May_20.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/Dreamliner_flights_to_resume_May_20_871926.html United Airlines says it will resume Boeing 787 Dreamliner flights this month after a long grounding. Tue, 14 May 2013 00:23:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/Dreamliner_flights_to_resume_May_20_871926.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/14/Windsor_says_Swan_to_give_last_budget_871924.html One of the government's key backers in parliament believes Wayne Swan is about to deliver his final budget. Tue, 14 May 2013 00:04:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/14/Windsor_says_Swan_to_give_last_budget_871924.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Windsor_says_Swan_to_give_last_budget_871923.html One of the government's key backers in parliament believes Wayne Swan is about to deliver his final budget. Tue, 14 May 2013 00:04:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Windsor_says_Swan_to_give_last_budget_871923.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/MYOB_to_buy_accounting_service_BankLink_871920.html MYOB's New Zealand subsidiary is to buy accounting service BankLink. Mon, 13 May 2013 23:52:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/MYOB_to_buy_accounting_service_BankLink_871920.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/14/US_Britain_press_Russia_on_Syria_871918.html The US and Britain have stepped up pressure on Russia over Syria to 'bring the killing to an end'. Mon, 13 May 2013 23:49:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/14/US_Britain_press_Russia_on_Syria_871918.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/Cup_absentees_may_get_Lions_call_up_871913.html Lions coach Warren Gatland says players not involved in Cup finals have the advantage over Lions Test places Mon, 13 May 2013 23:43:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/Cup_absentees_may_get_Lions_call_up_871913.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/Evans_back_to_his_best_Wiggins_871915.html Reigning Tour de France champion Bradley Wiggins says Cadel Evans is back to his best form. Mon, 13 May 2013 23:43:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/Evans_back_to_his_best_Wiggins_871915.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/PSG_French_victory_parade_turns_sour_871914.html As violence scarred their victory parade, new French champions PSG have warned Real Madrid off their coach. Mon, 13 May 2013 23:42:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/PSG_French_victory_parade_turns_sour_871914.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/Fence_erected_around_Ariel_Castros_home_871912.html An imposing three metre fence has been erected around the home of an Ohio rape and kidnapping suspect. Mon, 13 May 2013 23:42:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/Fence_erected_around_Ariel_Castros_home_871912.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/US_abortion_provider_convicted_of_murder_871909.html A US abortion provider has been found guilty of murdering three babies with scissors after they were born. Mon, 13 May 2013 23:35:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/US_abortion_provider_convicted_of_murder_871909.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Boart_Longyear_announce_interim_CFO_871908.html Mineral drilling services and products supplier Boart Longyear has named Jay Clement as its acting CFO. Mon, 13 May 2013 23:33:29 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Boart_Longyear_announce_interim_CFO_871908.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Aust_bonds_open_firmer_despite_US_sales_871907.html The Australian bond market has opened firmer despite stronger than forecast US retail sales. Mon, 13 May 2013 23:31:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Aust_bonds_open_firmer_despite_US_sales_871907.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Fire_endangers_eleven_damages_two_homes_871904.html Eleven people were forced to flee two houses in Brisbane when a fire spread out of control. Mon, 13 May 2013 23:27:29 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Fire_endangers_eleven_damages_two_homes_871904.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/14/Eleven_flee_as_fire_damages_two_homes_871903.html Eleven people were forced to flee two houses in Brisbane when a fire spread out of control. Mon, 13 May 2013 23:26:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/14/Eleven_flee_as_fire_damages_two_homes_871903.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/Cinema_shooting_suspect_can_change_plea_871906.html A US judge has ruled that accused movie theatre shooter James Holmes can plead not guilty by insanity. Mon, 13 May 2013 23:25:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/Cinema_shooting_suspect_can_change_plea_871906.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/US_Britain_press_Russia_on_Syria_871905.html The US and Britain have stepped up pressure on Russia over Syria to 'bring the killing to an end'. Mon, 13 May 2013 23:18:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/US_Britain_press_Russia_on_Syria_871905.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/14/Qld_premier_leads_trade_mission_to_PNG_871902.html Queensland Premier Campbell Newman will fly to Papua New Guinea on Tuesday for a two-day trade mission. Mon, 13 May 2013 23:01:40 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/14/Qld_premier_leads_trade_mission_to_PNG_871902.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/14/ACTU_says_use_the_budget_to_save_jobs_871901.html Trade unions are urging the government to use the budget to protect jobs and support struggling sectors. Mon, 13 May 2013 23:01:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/14/ACTU_says_use_the_budget_to_save_jobs_871901.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Budget_wont_cut_to_the_bone_871895.html Wayne Swan says Australians will be spared 'cuts to the bone' but must brace for a disciplined future. Mon, 13 May 2013 22:45:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Budget_wont_cut_to_the_bone_871895.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Men_flee_Gold_Coast_boat_blaze_871897.html Two men have been forced to flee a burning boat after it caught alight off the Gold Coast. Mon, 13 May 2013 22:44:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Men_flee_Gold_Coast_boat_blaze_871897.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Man_charged_after_Gold_Coast_house_fire_871896.html A man has been charged with two counts of attempted murder following a suspicious fire on the Gold Coast. Mon, 13 May 2013 22:44:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Man_charged_after_Gold_Coast_house_fire_871896.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/14/More_Liberal_dissent_on_parental_leave_871892.html Another Liberal figure has cast doubt on the coalition's proposed paid parental leave scheme. Mon, 13 May 2013 22:40:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/14/More_Liberal_dissent_on_parental_leave_871892.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/14/More_Liberal_dissent_on_parental_leave_871891.html Another Liberal figure has cast doubt on the coalition's proposed paid parental leave scheme. Mon, 13 May 2013 22:40:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/14/More_Liberal_dissent_on_parental_leave_871891.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/Manchester_City_sack_manager_Mancini_871887.html Roberto Mancini has been sacked as Manchester City's manager only a year after the club won the EPL title. Mon, 13 May 2013 22:16:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/Manchester_City_sack_manager_Mancini_871887.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/14/Man_charged_with_sex_assaults_on_boys_871885.html A man from the NSW Hunter Valley has been charged with repeatedly sexually assaulting two boys. Mon, 13 May 2013 22:15:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/14/Man_charged_with_sex_assaults_on_boys_871885.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/14/Men_flee_Gold_Coast_boat_blaze_871884.html Two men have been forced to flee a burning boat after it caught alight off the Gold Coast. Mon, 13 May 2013 22:14:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/14/Men_flee_Gold_Coast_boat_blaze_871884.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/14/Man_charged_after_Gold_Coast_house_fire_871881.html A man has been charged with two counts of attempted murder following a suspicious fire on the Gold Coast. Mon, 13 May 2013 22:11:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/14/Man_charged_after_Gold_Coast_house_fire_871881.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/14/Motorcyclist_may_lose_hand_after_crash_871879.html A motorcyclist may lose his hand following a collision with another motorbike in northern NSW. Mon, 13 May 2013 22:07:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/14/Motorcyclist_may_lose_hand_after_crash_871879.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Security_fence_around_house_of_horrors_871878.html An imposing three metre fence has been erected around the home of an Ohio rape and kidnapping suspect. Mon, 13 May 2013 22:05:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Security_fence_around_house_of_horrors_871878.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/NZ_dollar_falls_as_data_fuels_optimism_871877.html The New Zealand dollar declined after better-than-expected US retail sales added to confidence. Mon, 13 May 2013 21:58:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/NZ_dollar_falls_as_data_fuels_optimism_871877.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Dull_data_leaves_US_stocks_flat_871876.html US stocks have traded largely flat under the shadow of poor Chinese economic data. Mon, 13 May 2013 21:57:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Dull_data_leaves_US_stocks_flat_871876.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Base_metals_close_mixed_on_the_LME_871875.html Copper, the flagship of the London Metal Exchange, has closed higher along with most other LME metals. Mon, 13 May 2013 21:55:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Base_metals_close_mixed_on_the_LME_871875.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Australian_market_set_to_open_higher_871874.html The Australian market looks set to open higher after Wall Street traded flat. Mon, 13 May 2013 21:51:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Australian_market_set_to_open_higher_871874.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/14/No_signs_Michael_Jackson_was_ill_871873.html A choreographer who worked on Michael Jackson's planned comeback says she didn't see signs he was ill. Mon, 13 May 2013 21:49:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/14/No_signs_Michael_Jackson_was_ill_871873.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/14/Police_to_target_Daft_Punk_fans_871871.html Fans of French electro-pop duo Daft Punk have been warned to avoid anti-social behaviour. Mon, 13 May 2013 21:44:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/14/Police_to_target_Daft_Punk_fans_871871.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/14/Network_Ten_wins_rights_to_2014_Olympics_871870.html The ICC has awarded the Australian broadcasting rights for the 2014 Winter Olympic Games to Network Ten. Mon, 13 May 2013 21:42:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/14/Network_Ten_wins_rights_to_2014_Olympics_871870.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Environment/2013/05/14/Drunk_man_charges_at_SA_elephant_871868.html Footage of an inebriated tourist charging a wild elephant at the Kruger National Park is causing an uproar. Mon, 13 May 2013 21:37:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Environment/2013/05/14/Drunk_man_charges_at_SA_elephant_871868.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Environment/2013/05/14/Kenya_activist_on_ivory_charges_871867.html A top official in a Kenyan conservation group has been charged with the possession of 19kg of elephant ivory Mon, 13 May 2013 21:31:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Environment/2013/05/14/Kenya_activist_on_ivory_charges_871867.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/A_opens_below_parity_on_weak_China_data_871866.html The Australian dollar has opened below parity with the US greenback for the first time in 11 months. Mon, 13 May 2013 21:22:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/A_opens_below_parity_on_weak_China_data_871866.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/14/Aust_doctor_in_major_brain_breakthrough_871865.html A trio of Australian and American scientists has made a discovery regarding how the brain repairs itself. Mon, 13 May 2013 21:18:40 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/14/Aust_doctor_in_major_brain_breakthrough_871865.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/14/Chorus_adds_10000_broadband_connections_871864.html Chorus has lifted its number of broadband connections in the first three months of the year. Mon, 13 May 2013 21:15:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/14/Chorus_adds_10000_broadband_connections_871864.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/14/Samsung_announces_5G_data_breakthrough_871863.html Samsung Electronics says it has successfully tested super-fast fifth-generation (5G) wireless technology. Mon, 13 May 2013 21:13:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/14/Samsung_announces_5G_data_breakthrough_871863.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/14/Gatsby_searches_up_on_eBay_871862.html As The Great Gatsby fever heats up, it seems anything linked to the film is going gangbusters online. Mon, 13 May 2013 21:10:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/14/Gatsby_searches_up_on_eBay_871862.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/14/Star_Trek_lights_up_Aust_box_office_871861.html Star Trek Into Darkness has made a quick voyage to No.1 at the Australian box office. Mon, 13 May 2013 21:07:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/14/Star_Trek_lights_up_Aust_box_office_871861.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/14/Toni_Collette_sued_over_house_deal_871860.html Actress Toni Collette says she didn't have the finances to go through with the purchase of a $6.35m property Mon, 13 May 2013 21:05:40 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/14/Toni_Collette_sued_over_house_deal_871860.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/UN_says_bugs_are_food_of_the_future_871858.html The UN's food agency says eating insects could address food security problems and reduce obesity. Mon, 13 May 2013 21:00:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/UN_says_bugs_are_food_of_the_future_871858.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/UK_doubles_aid_to_Syria_insurgents_871852.html The UK will double its non-lethal military support for Syrian opposition rebels. Mon, 13 May 2013 20:38:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/UK_doubles_aid_to_Syria_insurgents_871852.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/14/Swan_hopes_his_budget_will_sway_voters_871853.html Treasurer Wayne Swan is hoping his latest budget will convince voters Labor is all about jobs and growth. Mon, 13 May 2013 20:34:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/14/Swan_hopes_his_budget_will_sway_voters_871853.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/Starace_sets_up_Federer_showdown_871839.html Potito Starace has set up his seventh career meeting with Roger Federer after beating Radek Stepanek in Rome Mon, 13 May 2013 19:35:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/Starace_sets_up_Federer_showdown_871839.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Bangladesh_factories_close_indefinitely_871823.html Hundreds of factories which form the hub of Bangladesh's garment industry are to close after worker unrest. Mon, 13 May 2013 19:27:30 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Bangladesh_factories_close_indefinitely_871823.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/Prosecutors_seek_jail_for_Berlusconi_871832.html Prosecutors have asked that Silvio Berlusconi be banned from politics forever and serve six years in jail. Mon, 13 May 2013 19:26:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/Prosecutors_seek_jail_for_Berlusconi_871832.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/European_stocks_up_as_ministers_meet_871838.html European stock markets have risen slightly as Eurozone finance ministers met to discuss tax fraud. Mon, 13 May 2013 19:21:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/European_stocks_up_as_ministers_meet_871838.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/EU_bailout_fund_releases_Cyprus_payment_871837.html The EU has handed over the first two billion euros of loans agreed under the controversial Cyprus aid deal. Mon, 13 May 2013 19:19:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/EU_bailout_fund_releases_Cyprus_payment_871837.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Glencore_Xstrata_posts_jump_in_copper_871836.html Mining giant Glencore Xstrata raised its copper production by 18 per cent in the first three months of 2013. Mon, 13 May 2013 19:17:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/14/Glencore_Xstrata_posts_jump_in_copper_871836.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/NT_to_hand_down_austere_budget_871835.html The NT Treasurer has warned of a 'terrible' budget as he tries to pay down the territory's $5.5 billion debt Mon, 13 May 2013 19:12:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/NT_to_hand_down_austere_budget_871835.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/Greece_moves_to_prevent_teacher_strikes_871831.html Greece has taken emergency action to ward off a strike by secondary school teachers. Mon, 13 May 2013 19:06:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/Greece_moves_to_prevent_teacher_strikes_871831.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/UK_to_double_aid_to_Syria_insurgents_871830.html The UK will double its non-lethal military support for Syrian opposition rebels. Mon, 13 May 2013 19:03:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/UK_to_double_aid_to_Syria_insurgents_871830.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/John_Tomic_assault_trial_postpostponed_871829.html John Tomic's trial over the alleged assault of his son's training partner has been postponed until October. Mon, 13 May 2013 19:03:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/John_Tomic_assault_trial_postpostponed_871829.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/Turkish_fighter_jet_crashes_near_Syria_871828.html A Turkish F-16 fighter jet has crashed in south-eastern Turkey near the Syrian border. Mon, 13 May 2013 19:00:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/14/Turkish_fighter_jet_crashes_near_Syria_871828.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/14/Swan_hopes_his_budget_will_sway_voters_871827.html Treasurer Wayne Swan is hoping his latest budget will convince voters Labor is all about jobs and growth. Mon, 13 May 2013 18:58:27 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/14/Swan_hopes_his_budget_will_sway_voters_871827.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Swan_hopes_his_budget_will_sway_voters_871826.html Treasurer Wayne Swan is hoping his latest budget will convince voters Labor is all about jobs and growth. Mon, 13 May 2013 18:57:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Swan_hopes_his_budget_will_sway_voters_871826.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/US_shooting_suspect_can_change_plea_871825.html A US judge has ruled that accused movie theatre shooter James Holmes can plead not guilty by insanity. Mon, 13 May 2013 18:55:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/US_shooting_suspect_can_change_plea_871825.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/Ferguson_celebrates_United_title_success_871824.html Thousands of Manchester United fans have gathered to salute Sir Alex Ferguson on an open-top bus parade. Mon, 13 May 2013 18:53:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/14/Ferguson_celebrates_United_title_success_871824.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Body_washes_up_on_WA_beach_871818.html A man's body has washed up at a beach in Halls Head, around 70 kilometres south of Perth. Mon, 13 May 2013 14:37:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Body_washes_up_on_WA_beach_871818.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Palmers_party_hits_another_hurdle_871815.html Clive Palmer says the Australian Electoral Commission has rejected his party again on a technicality. Mon, 13 May 2013 14:28:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Palmers_party_hits_another_hurdle_871815.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Singleton_fined_Gai_Waterhouse_charged_871812.html John Singleton has been fined and Gai Waterhouse charged at a NSW racing probe into the More Joyous affair. Mon, 13 May 2013 14:03:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/14/Singleton_fined_Gai_Waterhouse_charged_871812.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/Swans_budget_to_focus_on_growth_871811.html The federal budget will chart a path back to surplus and deliver more spending for schools, Wayne Swan says. Mon, 13 May 2013 13:57:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/Swans_budget_to_focus_on_growth_871811.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/Kidnap_suspects_brothers_hope_he_rots_871810.html The brothers of the US man charged with kidnapping and raping three women, say they hope he 'rots' in jail. Mon, 13 May 2013 13:51:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/Kidnap_suspects_brothers_hope_he_rots_871810.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/13/Inquest_hears_toddler_crushed_by_column_871807.html A family holiday ended in tragedy when a column holding up a hammock split, crushing a three-year-old boy. Mon, 13 May 2013 13:12:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/13/Inquest_hears_toddler_crushed_by_column_871807.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/13/Body_washes_up_on_WA_beach_871805.html A man's body has washed up at a beach in Halls Head, around 70 kilometres south of Perth. Mon, 13 May 2013 13:10:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/13/Body_washes_up_on_WA_beach_871805.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/13/Man_injured_by_tent_sparkler_prank_871802.html A teenager has been charged by West Australian police after throwing a lit sparkler into a tent as a prank. Mon, 13 May 2013 13:04:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/13/Man_injured_by_tent_sparkler_prank_871802.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/AFLs_Saints_down_injury-hit_Blues_871800.html Carlton have been left reeling by a costly loss to St Kilda compounded by injuries and possible suspensions. Mon, 13 May 2013 12:51:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/AFLs_Saints_down_injury-hit_Blues_871800.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/Minister_slams_Gallipoli_tour_firms_871799.html Warren Snowdon says tour companies that have sold tickets to Gallipoli 2015 events should give refunds. Mon, 13 May 2013 12:34:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/Minister_slams_Gallipoli_tour_firms_871799.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Twelve-man_Roosters_see_off_Manly_871798.html Twelve-man Sydney Roosters have chalked up a 16-4 win over Manly in Monday's NRL encounter. Mon, 13 May 2013 11:39:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Twelve-man_Roosters_see_off_Manly_871798.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Mumford_chance_of_return_is_50-50_871797.html Coach John Longmire rates Shane Mumford a 50-50 prospect of returning for Sydney's SCG clash with Fremantle. Mon, 13 May 2013 11:36:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Mumford_chance_of_return_is_50-50_871797.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/North_skipper_should_play_in_AFL_clash_871796.html Kangaroos captain Andrew Swallow is clear of serious knee damage ahead of their match against West Coast. Mon, 13 May 2013 11:31:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/North_skipper_should_play_in_AFL_clash_871796.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Force_glad_to_pack_rugby_suitcases_away_871795.html The Western Force will be aiming to ambush the Sharks in Friday night's Super Rugby clash at nib Stadium. Mon, 13 May 2013 11:28:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Force_glad_to_pack_rugby_suitcases_away_871795.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Magic_edge_Pulse_in_trans-Tasman_netball_871794.html The Magic revived their flagging trans-Tasman netball league hopes with a 53-49 win over Central Pulse. Mon, 13 May 2013 11:26:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Magic_edge_Pulse_in_trans-Tasman_netball_871794.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Rugbys_Stormers_lose_two_key_players_871793.html Two key loose forwards for the Stormers sustained knee injuries in their Super Rugby loss to the Waratahs. Mon, 13 May 2013 11:09:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Rugbys_Stormers_lose_two_key_players_871793.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Kevin_Sheedy_sticks_by_comments_871792.html GWS coach Kevin Sheedy says he meant nothing untoward by comments made about the Western Sydney Wanderers. Mon, 13 May 2013 11:03:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Kevin_Sheedy_sticks_by_comments_871792.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/No_guarantees_for_Test_deputy_Haddin_871790.html Being handed the Test vice-captaincy has not made Brad Haddin breathe any easier ahead of the Ashes series. Mon, 13 May 2013 10:54:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/No_guarantees_for_Test_deputy_Haddin_871790.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/13/Hong_Kong_shares_end_142_lower_871789.html Hong Kong shares have finished 1.42 per cent lower in cautious trade. Mon, 13 May 2013 10:28:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/13/Hong_Kong_shares_end_142_lower_871789.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Beale_steps_down_indefinitely_from_rugby_871782.html Kurtley Beale will stand down from rugby indefinitely as he seeks assistance with alcohol-related issues. Mon, 13 May 2013 08:47:27 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Beale_steps_down_indefinitely_from_rugby_871782.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/Experienced_scuba_diver_dies_in_Vic_bay_871779.html A scuba diver who was once bitten by a shark in Port Phillip Bay has died at one of his usual diving spots. Mon, 13 May 2013 08:18:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/Experienced_scuba_diver_dies_in_Vic_bay_871779.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Demons_Sylvia_banned_for_three_games_871776.html The bad news continues for Melbourne with Colin Sylvia receiving a three-match AFL suspension for striking. Mon, 13 May 2013 08:00:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Demons_Sylvia_banned_for_three_games_871776.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/13/Federal_budget_to_invest_in_the_future_871772.html Treasurer Wayne Swan has told cabinet colleagues his sixth budget on Tuesday will put jobs and growth first. Mon, 13 May 2013 07:17:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/13/Federal_budget_to_invest_in_the_future_871772.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Big_punter_told_of_More_Joyous_problems_871771.html Eddie Hayson says he did not back More Joyous in the All Aged Stakes after hearing the mare had problems. Mon, 13 May 2013 07:17:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Big_punter_told_of_More_Joyous_problems_871771.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/Federal_budget_to_invest_in_the_future_871770.html Treasurer Wayne Swan has told cabinet colleagues his sixth budget on Tuesday will put jobs and growth first. Mon, 13 May 2013 07:16:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/Federal_budget_to_invest_in_the_future_871770.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/13/Shares_flat_as_dollar_dips_below_parity_871769.html The Australian share market closed flat after the local currency dropped below parity with the US dollar. Mon, 13 May 2013 07:15:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/13/Shares_flat_as_dollar_dips_below_parity_871769.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Gai_Waterhouse_charged_by_Racing_NSW_871767.html Racing NSW stewards have laid two charges against trainer Gai Waterhouse over the More Joyous affair. Mon, 13 May 2013 07:03:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Gai_Waterhouse_charged_by_Racing_NSW_871767.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Hawks_have_set_up_their_AFL_season_871766.html Hawthorn has been toughened after surviving a difficult AFL opening draw, according to skipper Luke Hodge. Mon, 13 May 2013 07:02:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Hawks_have_set_up_their_AFL_season_871766.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Eels_set_to_cause_more_NRL_upsets_871765.html Parramatta five-eighth Joseph Paulo says the Eels are on track to cause more upsets in the NRL. Mon, 13 May 2013 06:57:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Eels_set_to_cause_more_NRL_upsets_871765.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Waratahs_eyeing_revenge_not_the_Lions_871764.html The Waratahs are focused on keeping their Super Rugby title hopes alive against the Brumbies on Saturday. Mon, 13 May 2013 06:54:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Waratahs_eyeing_revenge_not_the_Lions_871764.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/13/Tasmanian_researchers_to_get_25_million_871763.html An Antarctic research centre in Tasmania is set to be a big winner in the tomorrow's federal budget. Mon, 13 May 2013 06:44:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/13/Tasmanian_researchers_to_get_25_million_871763.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/13/DFAT_to_be_spared_job_cuts_in_budget_871762.html Australia's cash-strapped foreign service will be spared further job cuts in the budget, Bob Carr says. Mon, 13 May 2013 06:44:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/13/DFAT_to_be_spared_job_cuts_in_budget_871762.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/13/DFAT_to_be_spared_job_cuts_in_budget_871761.html Australia's cash-strapped foreign service will be spared further job cuts in the budget, Bob Carr says. Mon, 13 May 2013 06:44:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/13/DFAT_to_be_spared_job_cuts_in_budget_871761.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Man_United_send_Ferguson_off_a_winner_871759.html Man United scored a late winner against Swansea, capping an emotional day of celebrations at Old Trafford. Mon, 13 May 2013 06:39:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Man_United_send_Ferguson_off_a_winner_871759.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/Harry_stops_by_US_Air_Force_base_871758.html Prince Harry has continued his tour of the US with a visit to an Air Force academy in Colorado Springs. Mon, 13 May 2013 06:34:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/Harry_stops_by_US_Air_Force_base_871758.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/Nine_arrests_over_Turkey_bombings_871757.html The Turkish government says nine people have been arrested over twin car bombings which killed 46 people. Mon, 13 May 2013 06:34:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/Nine_arrests_over_Turkey_bombings_871757.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Four_players_charged_from_NRL_round_9_871756.html South Sydney's Andrew Everingham may be sidelined for up to three weeks for a shoulder charge on Matt Bowen. Mon, 13 May 2013 06:33:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Four_players_charged_from_NRL_round_9_871756.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/Gai_charged_over_More_Joyous_affair_871754.html Racing NSW stewards have laid two charges against trainer Gai Waterhouse over the More Joyous affair. Mon, 13 May 2013 06:17:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/Gai_charged_over_More_Joyous_affair_871754.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/13/Gun_sighting_forces_school_lockdown_871753.html A New Zealand man has been arrested after a police operation in Auckland forced two schools into lockdown. Mon, 13 May 2013 06:14:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/13/Gun_sighting_forces_school_lockdown_871753.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/NZ_schools_lock_down_after_gun_sighting_871752.html A New Zealand man has been arrested after a police operation in Auckland forced two schools into lockdown. Mon, 13 May 2013 06:05:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/NZ_schools_lock_down_after_gun_sighting_871752.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/13/Tasmanian_researchers_to_get_25_million_871750.html An Antarctic research centre in Tasmania is set to be a big winner in the tomorrow's federal budget. Mon, 13 May 2013 05:52:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/13/Tasmanian_researchers_to_get_25_million_871750.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/Big_punter_told_of_More_Joyous_problems_871748.html Eddie Hayson says he did not back More Joyous in the All Aged Stakes after hearing the mare had problems. Mon, 13 May 2013 05:30:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/Big_punter_told_of_More_Joyous_problems_871748.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/13/Nine_people_arrested_of_Turkey_bombings_871747.html The Turkish government says nine people have been arrested over twin car bombings which killed 46 people. Mon, 13 May 2013 05:27:30 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/13/Nine_people_arrested_of_Turkey_bombings_871747.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/13/BAE_Systems_to_slash_100_positions_871745.html Defence, security and aerospace company BAE Systems will slash 100 positions by year's end, primarily in SA. Mon, 13 May 2013 05:00:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/13/BAE_Systems_to_slash_100_positions_871745.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/13/Housing_finance_flood_erodes_rate-cut_871744.html Banks are now pumping $3 billion more into the housing market per month than they were a year ago. Mon, 13 May 2013 04:58:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/13/Housing_finance_flood_erodes_rate-cut_871744.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Nadal_reigns_in_Madrid_Masters_871742.html Rafael Nadal has won his third Madrid Masters title with a 6-2 6-4 win over Stanislas Wawrinka. Mon, 13 May 2013 04:46:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Nadal_reigns_in_Madrid_Masters_871742.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/One_arrested_after_NZ_school_alert_871740.html A New Zealand man has been arrested after a police operation in Auckland forced two schools into lockdown. Mon, 13 May 2013 04:41:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/One_arrested_after_NZ_school_alert_871740.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Beale_must_learn_a_hard_lesson_871736.html A former long-time mentor of Kurtley Beale says the 24-year-old needs to admit he has a problem with alcohol Mon, 13 May 2013 04:18:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Beale_must_learn_a_hard_lesson_871736.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Mancini_set_for_Man_City_exit_871735.html Reports suggest Roberto Mancini is set to be released by Manchester City as early as this week. Mon, 13 May 2013 04:18:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Mancini_set_for_Man_City_exit_871735.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/13/Sex_offenders_to_be_tracked_by_GPS_871734.html Victoria's high-risk sex offenders will be fitted with new GPS bracelets. Mon, 13 May 2013 04:14:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/13/Sex_offenders_to_be_tracked_by_GPS_871734.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/13/Hadfield_performs_Bowies_Space_Oddity_871733.html Chris Hadfield has signed off as commander of the International Space Station by performing Space Oddity. Mon, 13 May 2013 04:02:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/13/Hadfield_performs_Bowies_Space_Oddity_871733.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/13/Officer_in_drunken_Mothers_Day_crash_871722.html A Victorian policewoman has lost her licence after a drunken car crash on Mother's Day. Mon, 13 May 2013 04:01:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/13/Officer_in_drunken_Mothers_Day_crash_871722.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/Body_found_in_search_for_missing_diver_871732.html Victorian Police searching for a missing diver have found a body at Brighton Bay. Mon, 13 May 2013 03:52:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/Body_found_in_search_for_missing_diver_871732.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/13/Govt_unveils_Gallipoli_2015_details_871729.html Registration for the 2015 Anzac Day commemoration ballot in Gallipoli will open in November this year. Mon, 13 May 2013 03:36:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/13/Govt_unveils_Gallipoli_2015_details_871729.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/13/Stars_brave_drizzle_at_TV_Baftas_871728.html Some of the biggest names on the small screen in the UK have gathered for the TV BAFTAs. Mon, 13 May 2013 03:32:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/13/Stars_brave_drizzle_at_TV_Baftas_871728.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/13/Iron_Man_3_remains_top_of_US_box_office_871727.html Blockbuster sequel Iron Man 3 stayed on top at the US box office after it's mega debut a week earlier. Mon, 13 May 2013 03:32:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/13/Iron_Man_3_remains_top_of_US_box_office_871727.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/13/Thicke_scores_first_Australian_No1_871726.html Robin Thicke has scored his first Australian No.1 on the ARIA Singles Chart with his track Blurred Lines. Mon, 13 May 2013 03:32:27 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/13/Thicke_scores_first_Australian_No1_871726.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/13/Strong_night_for_Nine_in_ratings_871725.html The Block's return has given Nine a boost, with the network boasting Sunday night's four most-watched shows. Mon, 13 May 2013 03:32:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/13/Strong_night_for_Nine_in_ratings_871725.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/13/Qld_blast_maybe_not_deliberate_871724.html Police believe an explosion, which shredded a boy's hands at Ipswich, may not have been a deliberate attack. Mon, 13 May 2013 03:30:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/13/Qld_blast_maybe_not_deliberate_871724.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/13/Exhausted_kayaker_saved_by_lifejacket_871723.html A kayaker was rescued after spending three hours floating in his life jacket in waters near Port Stephens. Mon, 13 May 2013 03:30:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/13/Exhausted_kayaker_saved_by_lifejacket_871723.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/13/Elderly_woman_found_dead_in_NSW_bush_871721.html The body of an 80-year-old woman has been found near her car in dense bushland on the NSW south coast. Mon, 13 May 2013 03:30:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/13/Elderly_woman_found_dead_in_NSW_bush_871721.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/13/Man_charged_after_Melbourne_hit_and_run_871720.html A man has been charged following a fatal accident in Melbourne. Mon, 13 May 2013 03:30:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/13/Man_charged_after_Melbourne_hit_and_run_871720.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/13/Aurizon_in_talks_to_sell_large_stake_871719.html Rail operator Aurizon has begun talks to sell a stake in its rail track infrastructure. Mon, 13 May 2013 03:21:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/13/Aurizon_in_talks_to_sell_large_stake_871719.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/13/Pattinson_closer_to_Kristen_Stewart_871718.html Robert Pattinson feels closer than ever with Kristen Stewart and is determined to keep out of the spotlight. Mon, 13 May 2013 03:19:58 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/13/Pattinson_closer_to_Kristen_Stewart_871718.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/13/Giuliana_Rancics_son_is_smart_and_alert_871717.html Giuliana Rancic thinks her eight-month-old son Duke is the 'cutest, smartest, most alert baby ever'. Mon, 13 May 2013 03:18:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/13/Giuliana_Rancics_son_is_smart_and_alert_871717.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/13/Chris_Brown_back_with_Karrueche_Tran_871716.html Chris Brown is reportedly hanging out with his ex-girlfriend Karrueche Tran after his split from Rihanna. Mon, 13 May 2013 03:16:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/13/Chris_Brown_back_with_Karrueche_Tran_871716.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/13/Kim_counting_down_to_babys_arrival_871715.html Kim Kardashian is counting down the days until she gets to be a mother. Mon, 13 May 2013 03:15:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/13/Kim_counting_down_to_babys_arrival_871715.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/13/Home_loans_rise_shows_rates_working_871713.html Lower interest rates are driving an increase in housing finance. Mon, 13 May 2013 03:08:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/13/Home_loans_rise_shows_rates_working_871713.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/13/Dollar_dips_below_parity_with_greenback_871711.html The Australian dollar has gone below parity with the greenback due to speculation about quantitative easing. Mon, 13 May 2013 02:59:24 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/13/Dollar_dips_below_parity_with_greenback_871711.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/Vic_reef_search_for_missing_Melb_diver_871709.html Police divers in Melbourne are exploring a shallow reef in search of a missing scuba diver. Mon, 13 May 2013 02:55:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/Vic_reef_search_for_missing_Melb_diver_871709.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/13/US_congratulates_Pakistan_on_vote_871708.html US President Barack Obama has congratulated Pakistan on its historic parliamentary elections. Mon, 13 May 2013 02:42:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/13/US_congratulates_Pakistan_on_vote_871708.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/13/Prince_Harry_visits_US_Air_Force_base_871707.html Prince Harry has continued his tour of the US with a visit to an Air Force academy in Colorado Springs. Mon, 13 May 2013 02:42:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/13/Prince_Harry_visits_US_Air_Force_base_871707.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/Vic_sex_offenders_to_be_tracked_with_GPS_871704.html Cutting edge satellite technology will be used to track Victoria's worst sex offenders. Mon, 13 May 2013 02:30:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/Vic_sex_offenders_to_be_tracked_with_GPS_871704.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/13/Shoppers_still_cautious-_Westfield_Trust_871701.html Westfield Retail Trust (WRT) says consumer confidence is improving but shoppers are still cautious. Mon, 13 May 2013 02:25:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/13/Shoppers_still_cautious-_Westfield_Trust_871701.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/13/Profit_fall_for_Incitec_Pivot_871703.html Explosives and fertiliser maker Incitec Pivot's first half profit has dropped 23 per cent. Mon, 13 May 2013 02:25:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/13/Profit_fall_for_Incitec_Pivot_871703.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/13/Dual-track_system_may_replace_Libor_871696.html Britain's Financial Times says a dual-track system is set to replace key global interest rate Libor. Mon, 13 May 2013 02:10:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/13/Dual-track_system_may_replace_Libor_871696.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/13/Exhausted_kayaker_saved_by_lifejacket_871698.html A kayaker spent three hours in the water after being rolled out of his boat near Port Stephens. Mon, 13 May 2013 02:09:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/13/Exhausted_kayaker_saved_by_lifejacket_871698.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/13/Key_roads_to_recieve_budget_boost_871697.html Over $3bil in additional funding will be injected into three road projects on the Australia's East Coast. Mon, 13 May 2013 01:47:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/13/Key_roads_to_recieve_budget_boost_871697.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/13/Budget_puts_extra_3b_into_key_roads_871695.html Over $3bil in additional funding will be injected into three road projects on the Australia's East Coast. Mon, 13 May 2013 01:46:24 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/13/Budget_puts_extra_3b_into_key_roads_871695.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/13/Barnett_must_get_over_rights_fixation_871690.html The Greens say WA Premier Colin Barnett should 'get over his fixation with Western Australia's state rights' Mon, 13 May 2013 01:28:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/13/Barnett_must_get_over_rights_fixation_871690.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Andrew_Johns_fronts_NSW_Racing_inquiry_871694.html League great Andrew Johns has given evidence at the explosive NSW inquiry into the 'More Joyous' affair. Mon, 13 May 2013 01:25:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Andrew_Johns_fronts_NSW_Racing_inquiry_871694.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/Johns_gives_evidence_at_racing_inquiry_871691.html League great Andrew Johns has given evidence at the explosive NSW inquiry into the 'More Joyous' affair. Mon, 13 May 2013 01:23:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/Johns_gives_evidence_at_racing_inquiry_871691.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/13/Dollar_lower_as_traders_buy_US_unit_871688.html The Australian dollar is weaker after a Wall Street Journal article convinced traders to snap up US dollars. Mon, 13 May 2013 01:07:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/13/Dollar_lower_as_traders_buy_US_unit_871688.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/13/Australian_share_market_opens_flat_871687.html The ASX has opened flat as gains for defensive stock offset losses for Westpac and Macquarie banks. Mon, 13 May 2013 01:07:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/13/Australian_share_market_opens_flat_871687.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/13/Baz_Luhrmanns_50_shades_of_pink_871685.html Baz Luhrmann wore Jay Gatsby's pink suits as preparation for 'The Great Gatsby'. Mon, 13 May 2013 00:59:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/13/Baz_Luhrmanns_50_shades_of_pink_871685.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/13/Denise_Richards_father_minding_kids_871684.html Denise Richards' father Irv Richards is minding her children while she is away for work. Mon, 13 May 2013 00:57:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/13/Denise_Richards_father_minding_kids_871684.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/13/Combet_dismisses_business_scrutiny_871677.html Greg Combet has rebuffed criticism from the Business Council of Australia regarding the federal budget. Mon, 13 May 2013 00:54:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/13/Combet_dismisses_business_scrutiny_871677.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/13/Few_firms_book_instant_asset_write-off_871682.html A survey suggests businesses are not taking full advantage of benefits aleady available to them. Mon, 13 May 2013 00:53:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/13/Few_firms_book_instant_asset_write-off_871682.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/13/Few_firms_book_instant_asset_write-off_871683.html A survey suggests businesses are not taking full advantage of benefits aleady available to them. Mon, 13 May 2013 00:49:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/13/Few_firms_book_instant_asset_write-off_871683.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Milan_Roma_draw_marred_by_racism_871681.html AC Milan and Roma battled out a 0-0 draw on Sunday as both sides finished with 10 men. Mon, 13 May 2013 00:41:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Milan_Roma_draw_marred_by_racism_871681.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Watford_in_Championship_play-off_final_871680.html Watford have qualified for the Championship play-off final after a 3-2 aggregate win over Leicester. Mon, 13 May 2013 00:41:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Watford_in_Championship_play-off_final_871680.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/13/Hilary_Duff_wants_surprise_pregnancy_871679.html Hilary Duff admits she would be happy and a bit overwhelmed to be surprised with a second pregnancy. Mon, 13 May 2013 00:40:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/13/Hilary_Duff_wants_surprise_pregnancy_871679.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/13/Isla_Fisher_nearly_drowned_on_set_871678.html Isla Fisher nearly drowned on the set of her new movie 'Now You See Me'. Mon, 13 May 2013 00:37:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/13/Isla_Fisher_nearly_drowned_on_set_871678.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/13/Serbs_in_Kosovo_urged_to_accept_deal_871675.html Aleksandar Vucic has urged Serbs living in northern Kosovo to accept an EU-brokered agreement. Mon, 13 May 2013 00:33:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/13/Serbs_in_Kosovo_urged_to_accept_deal_871675.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/13/19_people_hurt_in_shooting_at_US_parade_871674.html At least 19 people have been hurt in a shooting at a Mother's Day parade in the US city of New Orleans. Mon, 13 May 2013 00:33:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/13/19_people_hurt_in_shooting_at_US_parade_871674.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/19_hurt_in_Mothers_Day_shooting_in_US_871673.html At least 19 people have been hurt in a shooting at a Mother's Day parade in the US city of New Orleans. Mon, 13 May 2013 00:31:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/19_hurt_in_Mothers_Day_shooting_in_US_871673.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/Foreign_spending_cuts_in_store_871671.html A delay on reaching the government's foreign aid target has been confirmed for tomorrow's federal budget. Mon, 13 May 2013 00:28:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/Foreign_spending_cuts_in_store_871671.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/Gallipoli_ballot_to_open_in_November_871670.html Registration for the 2015 Anzac Day commemoration ballot in Gallipoli will open in November this year. Mon, 13 May 2013 00:25:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/Gallipoli_ballot_to_open_in_November_871670.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/13/Charity_In_100_Calorie_Challenge_871668.html The World Cancer Research Fund says over-eating by 100 calories a day can lead to a 5kg weight gain. Mon, 13 May 2013 00:13:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/13/Charity_In_100_Calorie_Challenge_871668.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/Dozen_people_shot_at_New_Orleans_parade_871665.html At least a dozen people have been hurt in a shooting at a Mother's Day parade in the US city of New Orleans. Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/Dozen_people_shot_at_New_Orleans_parade_871665.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/13/Dozen_people_shot_at_US_parade_871664.html At least a dozen people have been hurt in a shooting at a Mother's Day parade in the US city of New Orleans. Sun, 12 May 2013 23:59:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/13/Dozen_people_shot_at_US_parade_871664.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Andrew_Johns_to_front_Racing_NSW_inquiry_871663.html Andrew Johns will front the Racing NSW stewards inquiry into the performance of More Joyous. Sun, 12 May 2013 23:51:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Andrew_Johns_to_front_Racing_NSW_inquiry_871663.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Tiger_Woods_wins_Players_Championship_871661.html World No.1 Tiger Woods has claimed his fourth win of the year with victory in the Players Championship. Sun, 12 May 2013 23:51:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Tiger_Woods_wins_Players_Championship_871661.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Barcelona_claims_Spanish_title_871658.html Barcelona marked their crowning as La Liga champions with a come from behind 2-1 win at Atletico Madrid. Sun, 12 May 2013 23:27:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Barcelona_claims_Spanish_title_871658.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/13/Alesco_takeover_hits_DuluxGroup_profit_871657.html DuluxGroup's first half profit has dropped 31 per cent because of costs from its takeover of Alesco. Sun, 12 May 2013 23:21:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/13/Alesco_takeover_hits_DuluxGroup_profit_871657.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/13/Mubarak_distressed_by_Egypt_situation_871656.html Former Egyptian president Hosni Mubarak says he is distressed by the situation in the country. Sun, 12 May 2013 22:50:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/13/Mubarak_distressed_by_Egypt_situation_871656.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/13/Foreign_spending_cutbacks_in_store_871655.html Australia's embassy in Budapest will close as part of budget cuts to foreign affairs and aid spending. Sun, 12 May 2013 22:50:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/13/Foreign_spending_cutbacks_in_store_871655.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/13/Imran_alleges_Pakistan_vote_rigging_871652.html Pakistani politician Imran Khan says his party would submit a report on alleged vote-rigging. Sun, 12 May 2013 22:34:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/13/Imran_alleges_Pakistan_vote_rigging_871652.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/13/Another_blowout_expected_in_boat_budget_871651.html The federal govt is likely to reveal another big blowout in managing asylum seekers in tomorrow's budget. Sun, 12 May 2013 22:34:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/13/Another_blowout_expected_in_boat_budget_871651.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/13/Tunisia_police_disperse_Salafists_871646.html There are reports Tunisian forces have prevented Salafists in two cities from pitching tents to preach in. Sun, 12 May 2013 22:28:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/13/Tunisia_police_disperse_Salafists_871646.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/13/Precious_metals_fall_871650.html Gold has sunk to a two-week low on worries about global demand for the metal and the US dollar's surge. Sun, 12 May 2013 22:27:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/13/Precious_metals_fall_871650.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/13/NZ_dollar_falls_on_US_speculation_871649.html The NZD fell after a report that the US Federal Reserve is will slow its policy of quantitative easing. Sun, 12 May 2013 22:25:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/13/NZ_dollar_falls_on_US_speculation_871649.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/13/NZ_Convention_Centre_deal_unveiled_871648.html SkyCity will stump up $402 million for a new international convention centre under a deal with the NZ govt. Sun, 12 May 2013 22:22:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/13/NZ_Convention_Centre_deal_unveiled_871648.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/13/Nine_injured_in_Greece_gold_mine_protest_871645.html Nine people have been injured at a protest against a Canadian gold mining project in Greece Sun, 12 May 2013 22:00:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/13/Nine_injured_in_Greece_gold_mine_protest_871645.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/13/US_boy_12_arrested_for_sisters_murder_871644.html US police have arrested a 12-year-old boy for the murder of his eight-year-old sister. Sun, 12 May 2013 21:56:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/13/US_boy_12_arrested_for_sisters_murder_871644.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/13/Ex-dictators_backers_rally_in_Guatemala_871643.html At least 500 people have protested against the genocide conviction for former dictator Efrain Rios Montt. Sun, 12 May 2013 21:53:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/13/Ex-dictators_backers_rally_in_Guatemala_871643.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Webber_in_autumn_of_F1_career_871637.html Red Bull's team chief says Australian F1 driver Mark Webber is no longer at the peak of his career. Sun, 12 May 2013 21:02:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Webber_in_autumn_of_F1_career_871637.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/Dozen_people_shot_at_US_parade_871634.html A dozen people are believed to have been shot at a parade in the southern US city of New Orleans. Sun, 12 May 2013 20:53:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/Dozen_people_shot_at_US_parade_871634.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/13/Suicide_bomb_kills_6_in_Pakistan_871632.html A suicide attack has killed at least six people and wounded 46 others in Pakistan. Sun, 12 May 2013 20:48:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/13/Suicide_bomb_kills_6_in_Pakistan_871632.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Rooney_requests_transfer_from_United_871630.html Outgoing United manager Alex Ferguson has confirmed striker Wayne Roone has asked to leave the club. Sun, 12 May 2013 20:29:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Rooney_requests_transfer_from_United_871630.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/13/Man_uses_sledgehammer_in_hotel_thefts_871628.html A man who allegedly robbed two pubs in Sydney's south has been charged. Sun, 12 May 2013 20:27:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/13/Man_uses_sledgehammer_in_hotel_thefts_871628.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/13/Man_charged_after_hit_and_run_871625.html A man has been charged following a fatal accident in Melbourne. Sun, 12 May 2013 20:21:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/13/Man_charged_after_hit_and_run_871625.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/13/SARS-like_virus_kills_15_871619.html Saudi Arabia's Health Minister says fifteen people have died from a SARS-like virus. Sun, 12 May 2013 20:12:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/13/SARS-like_virus_kills_15_871619.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/13/Russian_man_killed_for_being_gay_871622.html A 23-year-old man has been tortured to death in Russia in an apparent homophobic attack. Sun, 12 May 2013 20:12:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/13/Russian_man_killed_for_being_gay_871622.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/13/US_tax_agency_targets_conservatives_871621.html Republicans say the US tax agency's heightened scrutiny of conservatives has further eroded public trust. Sun, 12 May 2013 19:55:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/13/US_tax_agency_targets_conservatives_871621.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/13/US_police_kill_man_holding_hostages_871620.html US police say a man, who took several people hostage, has been killed after a 37-hour standoff. Sun, 12 May 2013 19:55:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/13/US_police_kill_man_holding_hostages_871620.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/United_give_Sir_Alex_a_fitting_farewell_871606.html Outgoing Man United manager Alex Ferguson had a dream send-off from Old Trafford with a 2-1 win over Swansea Sun, 12 May 2013 19:27:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/United_give_Sir_Alex_a_fitting_farewell_871606.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Former_ASADA_chief_expects_more_waiting_871618.html A former ASADA boss expects the anti-doping authority to press ahead with its investigation into Cronulla. Sun, 12 May 2013 19:20:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Former_ASADA_chief_expects_more_waiting_871618.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Three-way_tie_for_US_PGA_lead_in_Florida_871617.html Tiger Woods and Sergio Garcia share the lead with Swede David Lingmerth in PGA's Players Championship. Sun, 12 May 2013 19:20:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Three-way_tie_for_US_PGA_lead_in_Florida_871617.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Belkov_solos_to_win_as_Wiggins_struggles_871616.html Cadel Evans remains in striking distance of the lead after the ninth stage of the Giro d'Italia. Sun, 12 May 2013 19:20:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Belkov_solos_to_win_as_Wiggins_struggles_871616.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Alonso_sails_to_Spanish_GP_win_871615.html Ferrari's Fernando Alonso triumphed at the Spanish Grand Prix in his second win on home soil. Sun, 12 May 2013 19:20:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Alonso_sails_to_Spanish_GP_win_871615.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Serena_retains_Madrid_Open_title_871614.html Serena Williams has retained her Madrid Open title, devastating world No.2 Maria Sharapova in straight sets. Sun, 12 May 2013 19:20:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/13/Serena_retains_Madrid_Open_title_871614.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/Unionist_killed_in_S_Africa_mining_row_871607.html A S African mining union representative has been gunned down before he could testify at a strikes inquiry. Sun, 12 May 2013 19:18:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/Unionist_killed_in_S_Africa_mining_row_871607.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/Andrew_Johns_to_front_Racing_NSW_inquiry_871611.html Andrew Johns is fronting the Racing NSW stewards inquiry into the performance of More Joyous. Sun, 12 May 2013 19:14:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/Andrew_Johns_to_front_Racing_NSW_inquiry_871611.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/Search_for_missing_Vic_diver_continues_871610.html A search is underway for a missing diver who has not returned from a fishing trip in Melbourne. Sun, 12 May 2013 19:09:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/Search_for_missing_Vic_diver_continues_871610.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/Pakistan_polls_relatively_fair-_report_871608.html Pakistan's largest domestic observer mission says the country's landmark polls were 'relatively fair' Sun, 12 May 2013 19:04:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/Pakistan_polls_relatively_fair-_report_871608.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/US_kidnap_suspects_brothers_unaware_871605.html The brothers of the US man charged with kidnapping and raping three women say they were 'unaware'. Sun, 12 May 2013 18:46:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/13/US_kidnap_suspects_brothers_unaware_871605.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Asylum_seekers_coaxed_off_boat_in_Bali_871603.html Indonesian authorities coaxed a number of asylum seekers from a boat in Bali that was bound for Australia. Sun, 12 May 2013 13:47:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Asylum_seekers_coaxed_off_boat_in_Bali_871603.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Nine_people_held_in_Turkey_over_bombings_871599.html Turkish police probing deadly twin bombings have arrested nine people, Deputy PM Besir Atalay has announced. Sun, 12 May 2013 13:40:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Nine_people_held_in_Turkey_over_bombings_871599.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Neeld_under_pressure_as_Demons_mauled_871594.html Gold Coast scored their first win in Victoria putting more pressure on embattled Melbourne coach Mark Neeld. Sun, 12 May 2013 12:25:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Neeld_under_pressure_as_Demons_mauled_871594.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Strong_Steel_finish_douses_Mystics_fire_871593.html Southern Steel edged up in the trans-Tasman netball league after beating the Northern Mystics 73-63. Sun, 12 May 2013 11:41:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Strong_Steel_finish_douses_Mystics_fire_871593.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/AFL_to_deal_with_another_video_drama_871592.html A farcical score reversal on Saturday night has put the AFL's video review system under the spotlight again. Sun, 12 May 2013 11:38:58 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/AFL_to_deal_with_another_video_drama_871592.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Knee_injuries_sideline_two_more_in_AFL_871591.html Fremantle ruckman Jon Griffin and Richmond midfielder Chris Knights go down with AFL season-ending injuries. Sun, 12 May 2013 11:34:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Knee_injuries_sideline_two_more_in_AFL_871591.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Panthers_stun_Melbourne_12-10_871589.html Penrith ended an eight-year drought against defending NRL premiers Melbourne with a stunning 12-10 victory. Sun, 12 May 2013 10:36:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Panthers_stun_Melbourne_12-10_871589.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/12/Sharif_wins_in_historic_Pakistan_vote_871587.html Former Pakistani leader Nawaz Sharif has appealed for cross-party support to help rebuild the nation. Sun, 12 May 2013 09:53:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/12/Sharif_wins_in_historic_Pakistan_vote_871587.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Suns_too_slick_for_dismal_Demons_871586.html Gold Coast claimed their first AFL victory in Melbourne with a 60-point thumping of the Demons at the MCG. Sun, 12 May 2013 09:52:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Suns_too_slick_for_dismal_Demons_871586.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Pope_Francis_canonises_his_first_saints_871582.html Pope Francis has created the first saints of his reign, canonising some 800 Italian martyrs. Sun, 12 May 2013 09:45:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Pope_Francis_canonises_his_first_saints_871582.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Sharif_wins_in_historic_Pakistan_vote_871581.html Former Pakistani leader Nawaz Sharif has appealed for cross-party support to help rebuild the nation. Sun, 12 May 2013 09:44:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Sharif_wins_in_historic_Pakistan_vote_871581.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Smith_defends_NRL_over_Sharks_report_871579.html NRL's doping investigation has taken a dramatic twist with ASADA ceasing attempts to talk to Sharks players. Sun, 12 May 2013 08:57:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Smith_defends_NRL_over_Sharks_report_871579.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/12/Swan_ready_for_hit_from_surplus_failure_871577.html Wayne Swan expects to take a political hit for not delivering a much-promised surplus in Tuesday's budget. Sun, 12 May 2013 08:24:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/12/Swan_ready_for_hit_from_surplus_failure_871577.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Fire_sparked_on_Melbourne_bikie_street_871576.html A fire has broken out at a Melbourne property in the same street as a bikie club. Sun, 12 May 2013 08:21:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Fire_sparked_on_Melbourne_bikie_street_871576.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Joint_operation_busts_people_smuggler_871573.html Around 100 asylum seekers believed to be heading for Australia have been stopped off the coast of Bali. Sun, 12 May 2013 08:16:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Joint_operation_busts_people_smuggler_871573.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Swan_ready_for_hit_from_surplus_failure_871572.html Treasurer Wayne Swan says he is ready to take the hit of not returning a surplus in Tuesday's budget. Sun, 12 May 2013 08:10:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Swan_ready_for_hit_from_surplus_failure_871572.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/12/North_Korea_slams_US_carriers_arrival_871569.html North Korea has criticised the arrival of a US aircraft carrier in South Korea as 'reckless' provocation. Sun, 12 May 2013 07:25:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/12/North_Korea_slams_US_carriers_arrival_871569.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Titans_edge_out_Dragons_in_NRL_871568.html A fired-up Gold Coast have defeated St George Illawarra 15-14 in Sunday's NRL clash at Skilled Park. Sun, 12 May 2013 07:24:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Titans_edge_out_Dragons_in_NRL_871568.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/12/Syria_blamed_for_deadly_Turkey_bombings_871567.html Turkey is blaming Syria for deadly explosions which have left 43 people dead and more than 100 injured. Sun, 12 May 2013 07:10:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/12/Syria_blamed_for_deadly_Turkey_bombings_871567.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Deadly_Turkey_bombings_blamed_on_Syria_871566.html Turkey is blaming Syria for deadly explosions which have left 43 people dead and more than 100 injured. Sun, 12 May 2013 07:07:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Deadly_Turkey_bombings_blamed_on_Syria_871566.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Marseille_win_extends_PSGs_title_wait_871564.html Marseille have kept their remote title hopes alive with a 2-1 victory over Toulouse on Saturday. Sun, 12 May 2013 06:51:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Marseille_win_extends_PSGs_title_wait_871564.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Lynch_kicks_10_goals_as_Crows_thump_GWS_871562.html In the AFL, Adelaide crushed an error-strewn Greater Western Sydney by 135 points at Showground Stadium. Sun, 12 May 2013 06:17:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Lynch_kicks_10_goals_as_Crows_thump_GWS_871562.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Raiders_claim_44-14_NRL_win_over_Knights_871561.html Blake Ferguson has bagged a hat-trick of tries to help the Raiders thump Newcastle 44-14 in their NRL clash. Sun, 12 May 2013 06:11:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Raiders_claim_44-14_NRL_win_over_Knights_871561.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Thunderbirds_beat_West_Coast_in_netball_871560.html The Adelaide Thunderbirds held off a much-improved West Coast Fever to claim a 49-47 netball win in Perth. Sun, 12 May 2013 06:05:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Thunderbirds_beat_West_Coast_in_netball_871560.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/12/Hockey_hypocrite_on_advertsing_says_Swan_871559.html Wayne Swan described a request from the oppn to stop non-essential government advertising as hypocritical. Sun, 12 May 2013 06:01:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/12/Hockey_hypocrite_on_advertsing_says_Swan_871559.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/12/DJ_boss_signals_fight_over_leases_871558.html David Jones says it will play hardball with shopping centre landlords over leasing arrangements. Sun, 12 May 2013 05:59:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/12/DJ_boss_signals_fight_over_leases_871558.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Andrew_Johns_to_face_More_Joyous_inquiry_871557.html Andrew Johns, Allan Robinson and Eddie Hayson will front an inquiry into the More Joyous saga on Monday. Sun, 12 May 2013 05:58:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Andrew_Johns_to_face_More_Joyous_inquiry_871557.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Warriors_sign_Cronullas_Jayson_Bukuya_871555.html Cronulla back-rower Jayson Bukuya will begin a new two-year NRL contract with the Warriors next season. Sun, 12 May 2013 05:40:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Warriors_sign_Cronullas_Jayson_Bukuya_871555.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Coalition_could_dump_parent_leave_plan_871554.html Federal Labor is predicting the coalition will dump its paid parental leave scheme following the election. Sun, 12 May 2013 05:36:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Coalition_could_dump_parent_leave_plan_871554.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/12/NSW_says_WestConnex_needs_toll_funds_871553.html The NSW government will likely block the federal government's plan to fund a toll-free WestConnex project. Sun, 12 May 2013 05:33:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/12/NSW_says_WestConnex_needs_toll_funds_871553.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/VixensdownNSWSwiftsinnetball_871550.html The Vixens have moved to the top of the trans-Tasman netball league with a 50-42 win over the NSW Swifts. Sun, 12 May 2013 05:22:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/VixensdownNSWSwiftsinnetball_871550.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/12/Napthine_backs_ambulance_response_times_871552.html Vic Premier Denis Napthine expects ambulance response times will improve as more staff enter the system. Sun, 12 May 2013 05:17:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/12/Napthine_backs_ambulance_response_times_871552.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/12/NSW_says_WestConnex_needs_toll_funds_871551.html The NSW government will likely block the federal government's plan to fund a toll-free WestConnex project. Sun, 12 May 2013 05:12:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/12/NSW_says_WestConnex_needs_toll_funds_871551.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Sharif_set_to_form_next_Pakistan_govt_871547.html Nawaz Sharif appears set for a third term as Pakistan Prime Minister after declaring victory for his party. Sun, 12 May 2013 05:10:30 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Sharif_set_to_form_next_Pakistan_govt_871547.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/12/US_returns_smuggled_dinosaur_skeletons_871549.html The US says it's returning more than a dozen illegally smuggled dinosaur fossils to Mongolia. Sun, 12 May 2013 04:50:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/12/US_returns_smuggled_dinosaur_skeletons_871549.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/12/Sharif_poised_to_form_next_Pakistan_govt_871546.html Nawaz Sharif appears set for a third term as Pakistan Prime Minister after declaring victory for his party. Sun, 12 May 2013 04:40:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/12/Sharif_poised_to_form_next_Pakistan_govt_871546.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/12/Aust_stocks_tipped_to_open_firmer_871532.html The Aust share market is expected to open firmer as the federal budget keeps investors on the sidelines. Sun, 12 May 2013 04:28:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/12/Aust_stocks_tipped_to_open_firmer_871532.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Wright_leads_womens_surfing_title_race_871545.html Tyler Wright has increased her lead in the women's surfing beating Sally Fitzgibbons at an event in Rio. Sun, 12 May 2013 04:24:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Wright_leads_womens_surfing_title_race_871545.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Travel/2013/05/12/Melbourne_to_host_Golf_World_Cup.html Victorian has announced that Melbourne is set to host one of professional golf's oldest tournaments. Sun, 12 May 2013 04:15:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Travel/2013/05/12/Melbourne_to_host_Golf_World_Cup.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/12/Melbourne_to_host_Golf_World_Cup_871543.html Victorian has announced that Melbourne is set to host one of professional golf's oldest tournaments. Sun, 12 May 2013 04:15:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/12/Melbourne_to_host_Golf_World_Cup_871543.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/12/Lindsay_not_allowed_to_leave_rehab_871534.html Lindsay Lohan has been warned she will be jailed if she leaves the Betty Ford rehab facility. Sun, 12 May 2013 04:13:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/12/Lindsay_not_allowed_to_leave_rehab_871534.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Steve_Sharp_to_become_Eels_new_chairman_871542.html Parramatta chairman Roy Spagnolo has lost the board election and is set to be replaced by Steve Sharp. Sun, 12 May 2013 04:06:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Steve_Sharp_to_become_Eels_new_chairman_871542.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/12/Star_Wars_will_be_filmed_in_the_UK_871540.html The next instalment of Star Wars will be filmed in the UK. Sun, 12 May 2013 04:00:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/12/Star_Wars_will_be_filmed_in_the_UK_871540.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/12/Reese_Witherspoon_buys_new_3m_home_871539.html Actress Reese Witherspoon has bought a $3 million third home in Los Angeles. Sun, 12 May 2013 03:58:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/12/Reese_Witherspoon_buys_new_3m_home_871539.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Memphis_beat_Oklahoma_in_NBA_playoff_871538.html Marc Gasol scored 20 points to help Memphis beat Oklahoma City 87-81 in their second round NBA playoff. Sun, 12 May 2013 03:57:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Memphis_beat_Oklahoma_in_NBA_playoff_871538.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/12/Spelling_nervous_about_Mothers_Day_871537.html Tori Spelling says she is scared of what her children are planning for Mother's Day. Sun, 12 May 2013 03:55:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/12/Spelling_nervous_about_Mothers_Day_871537.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/12/Kanye_West_lashes_out_at_paparazzi_871536.html Kanye West lashed out at photographers after bashing his head into a street sign. Sun, 12 May 2013 03:55:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/12/Kanye_West_lashes_out_at_paparazzi_871536.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Rosberg_cautious_despite_Spanish_GP_pole_871535.html Nico Rosberg will start in pole at the Spanish Grand Prix but says he's worried his tyres will let him down. Sun, 12 May 2013 03:53:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Rosberg_cautious_despite_Spanish_GP_pole_871535.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/12/Khloe_gets_workout_tips_from_husband_871533.html Khloe Kardashian loves getting workout tips from her husband Lamar Odom. Sun, 12 May 2013 03:48:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/12/Khloe_gets_workout_tips_from_husband_871533.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/12/Business_backs_modest_budget_deficits_871531.html AIG says it can live with modest budget deficits for four years if there is a credible pathway to surplus. Sun, 12 May 2013 03:34:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/12/Business_backs_modest_budget_deficits_871531.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/12/Sharif_declares_victory_in_Pakistan_871530.html Nawaz Sharif appears set for a third term as Pakistan Prime Minister after declaring victory for his party. Sun, 12 May 2013 03:21:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/12/Sharif_declares_victory_in_Pakistan_871530.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/12/Prince_Harry_opens_Warrior_Games_871529.html Prince Harry has continued his tour of the US, launching the Warrior Games for wounded service members. Sun, 12 May 2013 03:21:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/12/Prince_Harry_opens_Warrior_Games_871529.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Prince_Harry_launches_Warrior_Games_871528.html Prince Harry has continued his tour of the US, launching the Warrior Games for wounded service members. Sun, 12 May 2013 03:20:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Prince_Harry_launches_Warrior_Games_871528.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Nawaz_Sharif_claims_victory_in_Pakistan_871527.html Nawaz Sharif appears set for a third term as Pakistan Prime Minister after declaring victory for his party. Sun, 12 May 2013 03:13:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Nawaz_Sharif_claims_victory_in_Pakistan_871527.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/12/Dozens_dead_in_Turkey_car_bombings_871520.html Two explosive-laden cars have blown up in a Turkish town on the Syrian border, killing at least 40 people. Sun, 12 May 2013 02:53:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/12/Dozens_dead_in_Turkey_car_bombings_871520.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/12/Man_goes_on_Washington_bulldozer_rampage_871519.html A long-running neighbourhood feud has come to a head with a US man embarking on a rampage with a bulldozer. Sun, 12 May 2013 02:42:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/12/Man_goes_on_Washington_bulldozer_rampage_871519.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/12/Branson_to_dress_in_drag_on_flight_871518.html Sir Richard Branson has made good on a bet he lost, flying from Perth to Kuala Lumpur in drag. Sun, 12 May 2013 02:42:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/12/Branson_to_dress_in_drag_on_flight_871518.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Government_to_commit_18B_to_WestConnex_871517.html The government is expected to commit $1.8b to the WestConnex road project in Sydney's west in the budget. Sun, 12 May 2013 02:37:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Government_to_commit_18B_to_WestConnex_871517.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/12/Health_groups_urge_PM_to_keep_rebate_871515.html Healthcare groups have urged the government to keep the private health insurance rebate in the budget. Sun, 12 May 2013 02:09:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/12/Health_groups_urge_PM_to_keep_rebate_871515.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/NASA_astronauts_finish_spacewalk_871514.html NASA astronauts have completed an emergency spacewalk to try to stop an ammonia leak. Sun, 12 May 2013 02:01:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/NASA_astronauts_finish_spacewalk_871514.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Sharif_declares_victory_in_Pakistan_poll_871513.html Former Pakistani PM Nawaz Sharif has declared victory for his centre-right opposition PML-N party. Sun, 12 May 2013 02:00:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Sharif_declares_victory_in_Pakistan_poll_871513.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Cuts_to_public_sector_in_Budget_871512.html Public sector job cuts are likely as the federal governments looks to find $580M in budget savings. Sun, 12 May 2013 02:00:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Cuts_to_public_sector_in_Budget_871512.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Dozens_dead_in_Turkey_car_bombings_871511.html Turkey is blaming a Syrian group for two car bombs exploding in a town killing 43 people and injuring 100. Sun, 12 May 2013 02:00:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Dozens_dead_in_Turkey_car_bombings_871511.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Scholes_announces_retirement_for_good_871510.html Manchester United midfielder Paul Scholes announced his retirement for a second time on Saturday. Sun, 12 May 2013 01:59:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Scholes_announces_retirement_for_good_871510.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Australia_beat_NZ_in_water_polo_871508.html Australia's women's water polo team remains undefeated after a 10-5 win over NZ at the FINA tournament. Sun, 12 May 2013 01:48:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Australia_beat_NZ_in_water_polo_871508.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/12/Oppn_wont_match_PM_on_WestConnex_871505.html The Gillard govt is expected to commit $1.8bil to the WestConnex road project in Sydney's west in the budget Sun, 12 May 2013 01:44:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/12/Oppn_wont_match_PM_on_WestConnex_871505.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/12/Hockey_wants_full_NDIS_funding_in_budget_871504.html The coalition wants Tuesday's federal budget to detail the long-term funding of the NDIS. Sun, 12 May 2013 01:43:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/12/Hockey_wants_full_NDIS_funding_in_budget_871504.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/12/UAP_renamed_as_Palmer_United_Party_871503.html Clive Palmer has renamed his political party to the Palmer United Party three weeks after it was formed. Sun, 12 May 2013 01:43:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/12/UAP_renamed_as_Palmer_United_Party_871503.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Lingmerth_leads_Woods_and_Garcia_871501.html David Lingmerth has a stole a two shot lead from Tiger Woods and Sergio Garcia in the Players Championship. Sun, 12 May 2013 01:33:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Lingmerth_leads_Woods_and_Garcia_871501.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Ennis_delighted_as_Canterbury_pass_test_871500.html Canterbury's Michael Ennis says his team has revived their season with their 24-16 win over the Warriors. Sun, 12 May 2013 01:25:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Ennis_delighted_as_Canterbury_pass_test_871500.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/12/Budget_plan_to_increase_breast_screening_871498.html The government will allocate $55.7M in the budget to expand breast cancer screenings to women aged 70-74. Sun, 12 May 2013 01:11:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/12/Budget_plan_to_increase_breast_screening_871498.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/12/Breast_cancer_screenings_expanded_871496.html The government will allocate $55.7M in the budget to expand breast cancer screenings to women aged 70-74. Sun, 12 May 2013 01:10:29 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/12/Breast_cancer_screenings_expanded_871496.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Govt_commits_to_more_cancer_screenings_871495.html The government will allocate $55.7M in the budget to expand breast cancer screenings to women aged 70-74. Sun, 12 May 2013 01:09:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Govt_commits_to_more_cancer_screenings_871495.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Adelaide_Hills_fire_still_a_risk_-_CFS_871494.html Fire authorities say a contained bushfire in the Adelaide Hills still poses some risks to residents. Sun, 12 May 2013 01:02:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Adelaide_Hills_fire_still_a_risk_-_CFS_871494.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/12/Cairns_man_charged_after_stand-off_871490.html A man has been charged after the alleged assault of a 75-year-old man and a day-long stand-off with police. Sun, 12 May 2013 00:40:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/12/Cairns_man_charged_after_stand-off_871490.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/12/Chris_Browns_scary_art_irks_neighbours_871493.html Chris Brown's neighbours are unhappy with the 'creepy' art he's painted along the kerb of his Hollywood home Sun, 12 May 2013 00:36:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/12/Chris_Browns_scary_art_irks_neighbours_871493.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/12/Joyriding_QLD_teens_charged_871489.html Five teenagers have been charged over a joyride that resulted in a car crash at Milton, in suburban Brisbane Sun, 12 May 2013 00:30:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/12/Joyriding_QLD_teens_charged_871489.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/12/Slipper_didnt_know_he_was_in_UAP_871488.html Former speaker Peter Slipper claims he didn't know he was a member of Clive Palmer's UAP. Sun, 12 May 2013 00:26:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/12/Slipper_didnt_know_he_was_in_UAP_871488.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Education/2013/05/12/Cuts_to_public_sector_in_Budget.html Public sector job cuts are likely as the federal governments looks to find $580M in budget savings. Sun, 12 May 2013 00:09:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Education/2013/05/12/Cuts_to_public_sector_in_Budget.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/12/Cuts_to_public_sector_in_Budget_871487.html Public sector job cuts are likely as the federal governments looks to find $580M in budget savings. Sun, 12 May 2013 00:09:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/12/Cuts_to_public_sector_in_Budget_871487.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/12/Public_sector_in_budget_firing_line_871486.html Public sector job cuts are likely as the federal governments looks to find $580M in budget savings. Sun, 12 May 2013 00:02:24 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/12/Public_sector_in_budget_firing_line_871486.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/12/Iran_ex-president_stands_again_871482.html Iran's former president Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani has registered his candidacy to stand for the office again. Sun, 12 May 2013 00:00:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/12/Iran_ex-president_stands_again_871482.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Sydney_workers_overpower_gunman_871484.html A man is under police guard in hospital after smashing his way into a Sydney tavern in a foiled robbery. Sat, 11 May 2013 23:43:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Sydney_workers_overpower_gunman_871484.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Cuts_to_public_sector_in_Budget_871483.html Public sector job cuts are likely as the federal governments looks to find $580M in budget savings. Sat, 11 May 2013 23:25:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Cuts_to_public_sector_in_Budget_871483.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Palmer_drops_Slipper_from_UAP_871476.html Clive Palmer's United Australia Party has torn up the membership of former speaker Peter Slipper. Sat, 11 May 2013 22:26:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Palmer_drops_Slipper_from_UAP_871476.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/12/Slipper_booted_from_Palmers_UAP_871474.html Clive Palmer's United Australia Party has torn up the membership of former speaker Peter Slipper. Sat, 11 May 2013 22:16:29 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/12/Slipper_booted_from_Palmers_UAP_871474.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/12/Aussie_mums_rank_well_on_world_survey_871471.html A new global survey suggests Australia is the tenth best country in the world to be a mother. Sat, 11 May 2013 22:00:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/12/Aussie_mums_rank_well_on_world_survey_871471.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/12/Bangladesh_miracle_survivor_doing_great_871470.html Doctors say the woman found alive 17days after a building collapse in Bangladesh is doing well in hospital. Sat, 11 May 2013 21:53:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/12/Bangladesh_miracle_survivor_doing_great_871470.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/12/Car_bombs_kill_40_in_Turkey_border_town_871469.html Car bombs have killed at least 43 people and injured 100 more in a Turkish town near the border with Syria. Sat, 11 May 2013 21:51:27 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/12/Car_bombs_kill_40_in_Turkey_border_town_871469.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/12/Sharif_declares_win_in_Pakistan_election_871468.html Former Pakistani PM Nawaz Sharif has declared victory for his centre-right opposition PML-N party. Sat, 11 May 2013 21:51:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/12/Sharif_declares_win_in_Pakistan_election_871468.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/12/Dotcom_orders_deletion_of_3D_gun_design_871467.html Internet mogul Kim Dotcom has deleted links to blueprints for 3D-printed guns because he says they're scary. Sat, 11 May 2013 21:50:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/12/Dotcom_orders_deletion_of_3D_gun_design_871467.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/12/Astronauts_finish_space_station_repairs_871466.html NASA astronauts have completed an emergency spacewalk to try to stop an ammonia leak. Sat, 11 May 2013 21:46:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/12/Astronauts_finish_space_station_repairs_871466.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Maroons_Hannant_in_doubt_for_Origin_I_871442.html Ben Hannant is in doubt for State of Origin after a calf injury in the Broncos 19-18 loss to the Eels. Sat, 11 May 2013 21:43:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Maroons_Hannant_in_doubt_for_Origin_I_871442.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Tomic_to_miss_Rome_Masters_871464.html Bernard Tomic has pulled out of the Rome Masters as his father fights an assault charge in a Spanish court. Sat, 11 May 2013 21:21:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Tomic_to_miss_Rome_Masters_871464.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Kings_beat_Highlanders_in_Super_Rugby_871463.html The Southern King move to 13th in the Super Rugby standings after a 34-27 win over the Highlanders. Sat, 11 May 2013 21:15:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Kings_beat_Highlanders_in_Super_Rugby_871463.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/NASA_astronauts_finish_spacewalk_871461.html NASA astronauts have completed an emergency spacewalk to try to stop an ammonia leak. Sat, 11 May 2013 21:15:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/NASA_astronauts_finish_spacewalk_871461.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Evans_second_overall_in_Giro_dItalia_871460.html Cadel Evans is second overall in the Giro d'Italia after a solid performance in the individual time trial. Sat, 11 May 2013 21:12:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Evans_second_overall_in_Giro_dItalia_871460.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Wallaby_OConnor_injured_in_Rebels_loss_871459.html A sternum injury has put James O'Connor in doubt for the upcoming Tests against the British and Irish Lions. Sat, 11 May 2013 21:04:58 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Wallaby_OConnor_injured_in_Rebels_loss_871459.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/NASA_astronauts_on_spacewalk_to_fix_leak_871452.html NASA astronauts are performing an emergency spacewalk to try to stop an ammonia leak. Sat, 11 May 2013 20:56:40 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/NASA_astronauts_on_spacewalk_to_fix_leak_871452.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Prince_Harry_meets_Olympians_on_US_visit_871455.html Prince Harry will attend the opening ceremonies for the Warrior Games as part of a weeklong tour of the US. Sat, 11 May 2013 20:51:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Prince_Harry_meets_Olympians_on_US_visit_871455.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Dozens_dead_in_Turkey_car_bombings_871444.html Car bombs have killed at least 43 people and injured 100 more in a Turkish town near the border with Syria. Sat, 11 May 2013 19:22:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Dozens_dead_in_Turkey_car_bombings_871444.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Sharif_declares_victory_in_Pakistan_poll_871443.html Former Pakistani PM Nawaz Sharif has declared victory for his centre-right opposition PML-N party. Sat, 11 May 2013 19:14:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Sharif_declares_victory_in_Pakistan_poll_871443.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/12/Chrysler_recalls_470000_Jeep_4WDs_871441.html Chrysler is recalling 469,000 Jeep four-wheel drives worldwide affecting Grand Cherokees and Commanders. Sat, 11 May 2013 19:03:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/12/Chrysler_recalls_470000_Jeep_4WDs_871441.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Griffin_injury_mars_Dockers_AFL_win_871440.html Coach Ross Lyon says it is likely Jon Griffin ruptured his ACL in the Dockers 27-point win over Collingwood. Sat, 11 May 2013 18:59:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Griffin_injury_mars_Dockers_AFL_win_871440.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Australia_among_best_places_to_be_a_mum_871439.html A new global survey suggests Australia is the tenth best country in the world to be a mother. Sat, 11 May 2013 18:54:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Australia_among_best_places_to_be_a_mum_871439.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Lampard_breaks_Chelsea_goal_record_871438.html Two goals to Frank Lambard helped Aston Villa secure a 2-1 win over Chelsea in the Premier League. Sat, 11 May 2013 18:48:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Lampard_breaks_Chelsea_goal_record_871438.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Wigan_beat_Man_City_in_FA_Cup_final_871437.html Wigan achieved one of the biggest FA Cup shocks beating Manchester City 1-0 in the final at Wembley. Sat, 11 May 2013 18:48:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Wigan_beat_Man_City_in_FA_Cup_final_871437.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Turkey_car_bombings_kill_18_near_Syria_871436.html Two car bombs have exploded in a Turkish town on the border with Syria killing at least 18 people. Sat, 11 May 2013 18:27:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Turkey_car_bombings_kill_18_near_Syria_871436.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Polls_close_in_Pakistans_election_871435.html Polls have closed in Pakistan's historic election with officials saying there was a huge turnout of voters. Sat, 11 May 2013 18:27:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/12/Polls_close_in_Pakistans_election_871435.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Celtic_celebrate_SPL_title_triumph_871434.html Celtic lifted the Scottish Premier League trophy in style as they eased to a 4-0 win over St Johnstone. Sat, 11 May 2013 14:38:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/12/Celtic_celebrate_SPL_title_triumph_871434.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/11/Opposition_distrusts_Labor_surplus_plan_871432.html The government's plan to get the budget to surplus within four years can't be trusted, the opposition says. Sat, 11 May 2013 13:26:29 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/11/Opposition_distrusts_Labor_surplus_plan_871432.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Opposition_distrusts_Labor_surplus_plan_871431.html The government's plan to get the budget to surplus within four years can't be trusted, the opposition says. Sat, 11 May 2013 13:25:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Opposition_distrusts_Labor_surplus_plan_871431.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/11/Slippers_membership_with_UAP_ends_871430.html Embattled MP Peter Slipper has been dumped by Clive Palmer's United Australia Party hours after joining. Sat, 11 May 2013 13:22:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/11/Slippers_membership_with_UAP_ends_871430.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Gillard_wraps_up_Papua_New_Guinea_visit_871424.html Prime Minister Julia Gillard has paid her respects as she laid a wreath at war cemetery in Papua New Guinea. Sat, 11 May 2013 13:14:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Gillard_wraps_up_Papua_New_Guinea_visit_871424.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/11/Contentious_Banksy_mural_for_sale_again_871423.html A Banksy mural withdrawn from a controversial auction at the 11th hour has been put up for auction again. Sat, 11 May 2013 12:55:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/11/Contentious_Banksy_mural_for_sale_again_871423.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Injury-hit_Dockers_down_Magpies_in_Perth_871422.html Fremantle saw off a fierce Collingwood fightback to post a 27-point AFL victory at Patersons Stadium. Sat, 11 May 2013 12:49:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Injury-hit_Dockers_down_Magpies_in_Perth_871422.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Hawks_win_grand_final_rematch_over_Swans_871421.html Hawthorn overwhelmed Sydney in the first half to set up a 37-point win in their AFL grand final rematch. Sat, 11 May 2013 12:47:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Hawks_win_grand_final_rematch_over_Swans_871421.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/11/Parents_face_pressure_to_vaccinate_871418.html Australian parents are facing more pressure to vaccinate school children in a Government crackdown. Sat, 11 May 2013 12:30:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/11/Parents_face_pressure_to_vaccinate_871418.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/11/Skydivers_jump_over_Nazca_lines_871416.html Red Bull jumpers Cedric Dumont and Jhonathan Florez are the first to skydive over Peru's iconic Nazca lines. Sat, 11 May 2013 12:16:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/11/Skydivers_jump_over_Nazca_lines_871416.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Slippers_membership_with_UAP_ends_871415.html Embattled MP Peter Slipper has been dumped by Clive Palmer's United Australia Party hours after joining. Sat, 11 May 2013 12:14:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Slippers_membership_with_UAP_ends_871415.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Slippers_UAP_membership_revoked_871414.html Embattled MP Peter Slipper has been dumped by Clive Palmer's United Australia Party hours after joining. Sat, 11 May 2013 12:10:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Slippers_UAP_membership_revoked_871414.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Travel/2013/05/11/Brazil_hosts_aged-beauty_pageant.html Brazil has hosted their 10th annual beauty contest for the over 60s, proving the elderly have still got it. Sat, 11 May 2013 12:04:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Travel/2013/05/11/Brazil_hosts_aged-beauty_pageant.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/11/Brazil_hosts_aged-beauty_pageant_871413.html Brazil has hosted their 10th annual beauty contest for the over 60s, proving the elderly have still got it. Sat, 11 May 2013 12:04:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/11/Brazil_hosts_aged-beauty_pageant_871413.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Lively_Eels_edge_Broncos_in_NRL_thriller_871412.html A spirited Parramatta, spearheaded by Jarryd Hayne and Chris Sandow, scored a 19-18 NRL win over Brisbane. Sat, 11 May 2013 11:50:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Lively_Eels_edge_Broncos_in_NRL_thriller_871412.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Folau_leads_Waratahs_to_Super_Rugby_win_871411.html Israel Folau kept the Waratahs' Super Rugby finals hopes alive with a last-gasp try against the Stormers. Sat, 11 May 2013 11:49:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Folau_leads_Waratahs_to_Super_Rugby_win_871411.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/11/Cruise_ship_couple_were_fighting_871408.html A couple who went overboard from a cruise ship off the NSW coast had been fighting before the incident. Sat, 11 May 2013 10:59:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/11/Cruise_ship_couple_were_fighting_871408.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Slipper_the_first_federal_MP_to_join_UAP_871407.html Clive Palmer's United Australia Party now counts former parliamentary speaker Peter Slipper as a member. Sat, 11 May 2013 10:56:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Slipper_the_first_federal_MP_to_join_UAP_871407.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/11/Kidnap_suspect_fathered_child_871405.html A DNA test has confirmed kidnapping suspect Ariel Castro is the father of Amanda Berry's daughter. Sat, 11 May 2013 10:21:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/11/Kidnap_suspect_fathered_child_871405.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Rebels_fall_short_against_Blues_36-32_871402.html The Melbourne Rebels have fallen to the Blues 36-32 in their Super Rugby clash at Eden Park. Sat, 11 May 2013 09:52:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Rebels_fall_short_against_Blues_36-32_871402.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Daw_stars_in_Norths_54-point_AFL_win_871400.html A six-goal haul to Majak Daw steered North Melbourne past the Bulldogs by 54 points in the AFL. Sat, 11 May 2013 09:48:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Daw_stars_in_Norths_54-point_AFL_win_871400.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Suspect_fathered_child_in_US_kidnap_case_871398.html A DNA test has confirmed kidnapping suspect Ariel Castro is the father of Amanda Berry's daughter. Sat, 11 May 2013 09:47:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Suspect_fathered_child_in_US_kidnap_case_871398.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Warriors_run_down_24-16_by_Bulldogs_871397.html Canterbury ran the Warriors down in the second spell to win an absorbing NRL match in Wellington 24-16. Sat, 11 May 2013 09:45:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Warriors_run_down_24-16_by_Bulldogs_871397.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/11/Stabbed_naked_body_found_in_Victoria_871396.html A man found dead in a street in Melbourne's west was naked and had stab wounds. Sat, 11 May 2013 09:05:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/11/Stabbed_naked_body_found_in_Victoria_871396.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Stabbed_naked_body_found_in_Victoria_871394.html A man found dead in a street in Melbourne's west was naked and had stab wounds. Sat, 11 May 2013 09:04:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Stabbed_naked_body_found_in_Victoria_871394.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/11/Shots_fired_at_a_Sydney_home_871393.html Police are looking for a man after a shot was fired during a domestic incident in Sydney's southwest. Sat, 11 May 2013 08:56:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/11/Shots_fired_at_a_Sydney_home_871393.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/11/Shots_fired_at_a_Sydney_home_871392.html Police are looking for a man after a shot was fired during a domestic incident in Sydney's southwest. Sat, 11 May 2013 08:55:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/11/Shots_fired_at_a_Sydney_home_871392.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Shots_fired_at_a_Sydney_home_871390.html Police are looking for a man after a shot was fired during a domestic incident in Sydney's southwest. Sat, 11 May 2013 08:55:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Shots_fired_at_a_Sydney_home_871390.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/SA_fire_in_Adelaide_Hills_contained_871388.html A bushfire in the Adelaide Hills that had threatened the township of Cherryville has been contained. Sat, 11 May 2013 08:44:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/SA_fire_in_Adelaide_Hills_contained_871388.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/11/Call_for_457_visa_cost_increase_871387.html The cost of employing skilled migrants should rise to support the hiring of Australians, a report advises. Sat, 11 May 2013 08:42:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/11/Call_for_457_visa_cost_increase_871387.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Education/2013/05/11/Greens_want_inquiry_into_NAPLAN_tests.html Greens schools spokeswoman Penny Wright has called for a Senate inquiry into Labor's NAPLAN school testing. Sat, 11 May 2013 08:38:27 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Education/2013/05/11/Greens_want_inquiry_into_NAPLAN_tests.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/11/Greens_want_inquiry_into_NAPLAN_tests_871386.html Greens schools spokeswoman Penny Wright has called for a Senate inquiry into Labor's NAPLAN school testing. Sat, 11 May 2013 08:38:27 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/11/Greens_want_inquiry_into_NAPLAN_tests_871386.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Bushfires_easing_in_South_Australia_871385.html A fire at Moyhall in south-eastern Adelaide has been reduced, but another is still burning at Cherryville. Sat, 11 May 2013 08:16:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Bushfires_easing_in_South_Australia_871385.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/11/Man_charged_after_punching_old_man_871379.html A man who allegedly punched and robbed an elderly man in Sydney's west has been arrested and charged. Sat, 11 May 2013 08:14:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/11/Man_charged_after_punching_old_man_871379.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Qld_boy_claims_bomb_was_thrown_at_him_871378.html Police are still waiting to speak to the teenager injured in a backyard bomb explosion west of Brisbane. Sat, 11 May 2013 08:10:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Qld_boy_claims_bomb_was_thrown_at_him_871378.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/11/Boy_claims_bomb_was_thrown_at_him_871376.html Police are still waiting to speak to the teenager injured in a backyard bomb explosion west of Brisbane. Sat, 11 May 2013 08:08:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/11/Boy_claims_bomb_was_thrown_at_him_871376.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/SA_fires_coming_under_control_871373.html A fire at Moyhall in south-eastern Adelaide has been reduced, but another is still burning at Cherryville. Sat, 11 May 2013 07:54:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/SA_fires_coming_under_control_871373.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/11/Cruise_mobbed_by_fans_at_Great_Wall_871371.html Tom Cruise has visited the Great Wall of China as part of a promotional tour for his new film 'Oblivion'. Sat, 11 May 2013 07:33:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/11/Cruise_mobbed_by_fans_at_Great_Wall_871371.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/11_killed_in_blasts_as_Pakistan_votes_871369.html 11 people have been killed following three bombings which have marred Pakistan's historic election. Sat, 11 May 2013 07:32:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/11_killed_in_blasts_as_Pakistan_votes_871369.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/11/US_Britain_withdraw_staff_from_Libya_871367.html The US and Britain have withdrawn some of their diplomatic staff from Libya due to rising tensions. Sat, 11 May 2013 07:16:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/11/US_Britain_withdraw_staff_from_Libya_871367.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Eagles_conquer_Lions_in_AFL_clash_871366.html The West Coast Eagles have overcome a fired up Brisbane to emerge 26-point AFL winners at the Gabba. Sat, 11 May 2013 07:15:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Eagles_conquer_Lions_in_AFL_clash_871366.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Firebirds_too_strong_for_Tactix_871365.html The Queensland Firebirds have secured a commanding 76-51 victory over Canterbury Tactix in Christchurch. Sat, 11 May 2013 06:56:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Firebirds_too_strong_for_Tactix_871365.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Richmond_trounce_Port_by_41_in_AFL_871364.html Spearhead Jack Riewoldt booted five goals as Richmond trounced Port Adelaide by 41 points at AAMI Stadium. Sat, 11 May 2013 06:54:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Richmond_trounce_Port_by_41_in_AFL_871364.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Sydney_FC_to_play_Sagan_Tosu_in_Japan_871363.html Sydney FC will travel to Tosu City, Japan and play J-League side Sagan Tosu in a friendly on July 24. Sat, 11 May 2013 06:48:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Sydney_FC_to_play_Sagan_Tosu_in_Japan_871363.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Pirelli_probe_latest_F1_tyre_failure_871362.html Pirelli have launched an investigation following a failure that affected Force India driver Paul di Resta. Sat, 11 May 2013 06:47:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Pirelli_probe_latest_F1_tyre_failure_871362.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Top_Aussies_progress_in_Brazil_surfing_871361.html The world's top four female surfers progressed to the quarter-finals of the Rio Pro in Brazil on Friday. Sat, 11 May 2013 06:46:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Top_Aussies_progress_in_Brazil_surfing_871361.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Tigers_facing_record_NRL_losing_streak_871359.html Wests Tigers are staring at their worst NRL losing streak and wondering where their attacking mojo has gone. Sat, 11 May 2013 06:44:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Tigers_facing_record_NRL_losing_streak_871359.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Quade_hails_Reds_Super_100m_team_try_871357.html Quade Cooper believes Friday's sweeping 100m effort was the best try in his seven seasons with Queensland. Sat, 11 May 2013 06:43:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Quade_hails_Reds_Super_100m_team_try_871357.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Sharks_buoyant_for_overdue_NRL_home_game_871356.html Cronulla will head into their first NRL home game in seven weeks boosted by the re-signing of Todd Carney. Sat, 11 May 2013 06:40:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Sharks_buoyant_for_overdue_NRL_home_game_871356.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/11/Hackers_Steal_44m_In_ATM_Heist_871355.html US prosecutors say brazen hackers have drained cash machines around the world in a 'massive bank heist'. Sat, 11 May 2013 06:38:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/11/Hackers_Steal_44m_In_ATM_Heist_871355.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Crows_AFL_coach_praises_GWSs_Cameron_871354.html GWS's Jeremy Cameron will turn into an unstoppable forward force, says Adelaide AFL coach Brenton Sanderson. Sat, 11 May 2013 06:38:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Crows_AFL_coach_praises_GWSs_Cameron_871354.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Bombers_AFL_coach_bemoans_poor_ball_use_871353.html The Bombers suffered their first loss of the AFL season on Friday night when the Cats won by 28 points. Sat, 11 May 2013 06:36:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Bombers_AFL_coach_bemoans_poor_ball_use_871353.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/11/Pakistan_holds_polls_under_Taliban_threa_871352.html Ex-prime minister Nawaz Sharif is the front-runner as Pakistan heads to the polls for a historic vote. Sat, 11 May 2013 06:32:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/11/Pakistan_holds_polls_under_Taliban_threa_871352.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/11/Prince_Harry_pays_tribute_to_US_veterans_871351.html Prince Harry has paid tribute to US soldiers killed in Iraq and Afghanistan during on day two of his US tour Sat, 11 May 2013 06:32:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/11/Prince_Harry_pays_tribute_to_US_veterans_871351.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/11/Finding_woman_alive_lifts_Dhaka_rescuers_871350.html Workers clearing a collapsed factory in Bangladesh have been boosted by the rescue of a woman after 17 days. Sat, 11 May 2013 06:32:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/11/Finding_woman_alive_lifts_Dhaka_rescuers_871350.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Papalii_returns_for_Canberra_Raiders_871349.html Canberra have been boosted by the inclusion of NRL enforcer Josh Papalii as they prepare to face Newcastle. Sat, 11 May 2013 06:32:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Papalii_returns_for_Canberra_Raiders_871349.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/11/UK_police_missed_chances_to_nab_Savile_871348.html A police report has revealed potentially missed opportunities to detain Jimmy Savile over sex abuse claims. Sat, 11 May 2013 06:21:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/11/UK_police_missed_chances_to_nab_Savile_871348.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/11/Prince_Harry_meets_Olympians_on_US_visit_871347.html Prince Harry mingled with Olympians, British business executives, students and military officers in the US. Sat, 11 May 2013 06:15:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/11/Prince_Harry_meets_Olympians_on_US_visit_871347.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Escaped_asylum_seekers_back_in_detention_871346.html Eighteen Vietnamese asylum seekers have been recaptured after escaping from a Darwin detention centre. Sat, 11 May 2013 05:46:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Escaped_asylum_seekers_back_in_detention_871346.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/11/More_asylum_seekers_sent_to_Manus_Island_871344.html The government has transferred more Vietnamese asylum seekers to its detention centre on Manus Island. Sat, 11 May 2013 05:36:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/11/More_asylum_seekers_sent_to_Manus_Island_871344.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/More_asylum_seekers_sent_to_Manus_Island_871342.html The government has transferred more Vietnamese asylum seekers to its detention centre on Manus Island. Sat, 11 May 2013 05:13:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/More_asylum_seekers_sent_to_Manus_Island_871342.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Environment/2013/05/11/CO2_in_atmosphere_hits_historic_high_871341.html The CO2 levels in the atmosphere has broken above 400 parts per million for the first time in human history. Sat, 11 May 2013 05:10:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Environment/2013/05/11/CO2_in_atmosphere_hits_historic_high_871341.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/11/Swan_promises_surplus_in_2016-17_871340.html Treasurer Wayne Swan says he will drive the federal budget back to surplus in 2016/17 financial year. Sat, 11 May 2013 05:03:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/11/Swan_promises_surplus_in_2016-17_871340.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/11/Cyclist_killed_in_north_collision_871337.html A woman cyclist has died after a collision with a ute near Cairns. Sat, 11 May 2013 04:57:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/11/Cyclist_killed_in_north_collision_871337.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/11/Sydney_man_robbed_at_gunpoint_871338.html A man has been threatened with a gun in a robbery on a street in Sydney's inner west. Sat, 11 May 2013 04:57:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/11/Sydney_man_robbed_at_gunpoint_871338.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/11/Tas_forestry_wars_heating_up_871335.html Forestry wars in Tasmania continue to heat up following the signing of a Forestry Peace Deal. Sat, 11 May 2013 04:55:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/11/Tas_forestry_wars_heating_up_871335.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/11/Two_men_in_custody_after_Hobart_siege_871336.html Two men have been taken into police custody after officers ended a siege at a house south of Hobart. Sat, 11 May 2013 04:23:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/11/Two_men_in_custody_after_Hobart_siege_871336.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/GWS_unstoppable_against_Adelaide_871334.html Adelaide coach Brenton Sanderson says GWS will be an unstoppable force when they meet on Sunday. Sat, 11 May 2013 04:18:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/GWS_unstoppable_against_Adelaide_871334.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/11/Ryan_Seacrest_sued_over_copyright_871313.html Ryan Seacrest has been hit with a $75,000 lawsuit for allegedly using copyrighted music on 'Khloe &Lamar'. Sat, 11 May 2013 04:05:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/11/Ryan_Seacrest_sued_over_copyright_871313.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/11/Federal_government_applauds_volunteers_871333.html The contributions volunteers make to Australian communities will be recognized during Volunteers Week. Sat, 11 May 2013 04:05:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/11/Federal_government_applauds_volunteers_871333.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/11/Gattellari_jailed_over_McGurk_murder_871331.html Lucky Gattellari has been jailed for seven and a half years over the murder of Michael McGurk in 2009. Sat, 11 May 2013 03:53:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/11/Gattellari_jailed_over_McGurk_murder_871331.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/11/Evidence_Syria_used_chemical_weapons_871330.html US Secretary John Kerry says there is "strong evidence" Bashar al-Assad forces have used chemical weapons. Sat, 11 May 2013 03:53:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/11/Evidence_Syria_used_chemical_weapons_871330.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/11/Man_glassed_in_Sydney_street_fight_871329.html A teenager remains in hospital after being glassed in the neck during a street brawl in Sydney's CBD. Sat, 11 May 2013 03:53:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/11/Man_glassed_in_Sydney_street_fight_871329.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/11/Police_reveal_Ohio_house_of_horrors_871328.html A new report has revealed more details about US house of horrors in which three women were held for a decade Sat, 11 May 2013 03:52:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/11/Police_reveal_Ohio_house_of_horrors_871328.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/11/Two_men_in_custody_after_Hobart_siege_871327.html Two men have been taken into police custody after officers ended a siege at a house south of Hobart. Sat, 11 May 2013 03:52:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/11/Two_men_in_custody_after_Hobart_siege_871327.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Northern_Territory_signs_to_NDIS_871320.html The Northern Territory has signed on to the federal government's national disability insurance scheme. Sat, 11 May 2013 03:41:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Northern_Territory_signs_to_NDIS_871320.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Tomic_withdraws_from_Italian_Open_871319.html Bernard Tomic has withdrawn from the Italian Open days after his father was banned from the competition. Sat, 11 May 2013 03:30:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Tomic_withdraws_from_Italian_Open_871319.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/11/Shenae_Grimes_weds_871318.html '90210' actress Shenae Grimes and her partner Josh Beech are married. Sat, 11 May 2013 03:27:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/11/Shenae_Grimes_weds_871318.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/11/Leona_Lewis_soars_at_Glassheart_tour_871317.html 'Bleeding Love' hitmaker Leona Lewis wowed concert-goers at the Royal Albert Hall. Sat, 11 May 2013 03:27:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/11/Leona_Lewis_soars_at_Glassheart_tour_871317.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/11/Jurassic_Park_4_on_hold_871315.html 'Jurassic Park 4' has been delayed indefinitely. Sat, 11 May 2013 03:27:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/11/Jurassic_Park_4_on_hold_871315.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/11/Vince_Vaughn_to_star_in_Daddys_Home_871314.html Actor Vince Vaughn has been cast in 'Daddy's Home' alongside Will Ferrell. Sat, 11 May 2013 03:27:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/11/Vince_Vaughn_to_star_in_Daddys_Home_871314.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/11/Kanye_shoots_Anchorman_2_cameo_871312.html Kanye West was spotted filming scenes for a cameo role in 'Anchorman: The Legend Continues'. Sat, 11 May 2013 03:27:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/11/Kanye_shoots_Anchorman_2_cameo_871312.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/11/Jessie_J_finishes_second_album_871316.html Singer Jessie J has finished recording her second album. Sat, 11 May 2013 03:27:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/11/Jessie_J_finishes_second_album_871316.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/11/Khloe_Lamar_are_latest_swatting_victims_871311.html Khloe Kardashian and Lamar Odom have become the latest victims of 'swatting'. Sat, 11 May 2013 03:27:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/11/Khloe_Lamar_are_latest_swatting_victims_871311.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/11/Sheens_twins_to_stay_with_Richards_871310.html Charlie Sheen and Brooke Mueller's children will remain in Denise Richards' care. Sat, 11 May 2013 03:27:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/11/Sheens_twins_to_stay_with_Richards_871310.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/11/Two_men_in_custody_after_siege_-_Hobart_871308.html Two men have been taken into police custody after officers ended a siege at a house south of Hobart. Sat, 11 May 2013 03:24:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/11/Two_men_in_custody_after_siege_-_Hobart_871308.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/11/Man_glassed_in_Sydney_street_fight_871307.html A teenager remains in hospital after being glassed in the neck during a street brawl in Sydney's CBD. Sat, 11 May 2013 03:13:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/11/Man_glassed_in_Sydney_street_fight_871307.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/11/Swan_commits_to_surplus_in_2016-17_871306.html Treasurer Wayne Swan says he will drive the federal budget back to surplus in 2016/17 financial year. Sat, 11 May 2013 03:10:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/11/Swan_commits_to_surplus_in_2016-17_871306.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Two_men_in_custody_after_Hobart_siege_871305.html Two men have been taken into police custody after officers ended a siege at a house south of Hobart. Sat, 11 May 2013 03:05:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Two_men_in_custody_after_Hobart_siege_871305.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Swan_promises_surplus_in_2016-17_871303.html Treasurer Wayne Swan says he will drive the federal budget back to surplus in 2016/17 financial year. Sat, 11 May 2013 02:46:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Swan_promises_surplus_in_2016-17_871303.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/11/US_man_describes_alligator_attack_871302.html A man who was attacked by an alligator after fleeing police in Florida says he was in a fight for his life. Sat, 11 May 2013 02:22:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/11/US_man_describes_alligator_attack_871302.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/11/Canberrans_flock_to_see_Skywhale_fly_871301.html The controversial 'Skywhale' hot-air balloon has taken flight over Lake Burley Griffin in Canberra. Sat, 11 May 2013 02:20:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/11/Canberrans_flock_to_see_Skywhale_fly_871301.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/11/Final_US_kidnap_victim_out_of_hospital_871299.html Michelle Knight, one of three US women held captive for a decade, has been released from an Ohio hospital. Sat, 11 May 2013 02:12:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/11/Final_US_kidnap_victim_out_of_hospital_871299.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/11/Make-up_artist_warned_Jackson_could_die_871298.html Michael Jackson's make-up artist has testified that she warned the star could die due to his drug addiction. Sat, 11 May 2013 02:00:30 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/11/Make-up_artist_warned_Jackson_could_die_871298.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/11/Conditions_for_Cherryville_blaze_improve_871297.html Firefighters says conditions are improving around a bushfire in the Adelaide Hills. Sat, 11 May 2013 01:21:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/11/Conditions_for_Cherryville_blaze_improve_871297.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/11/Qld_police_seek_G20_powers_871295.html Queensland police will look to ban bicycles and protester placards at the G20 meeting in Brisbane next year. Sat, 11 May 2013 01:17:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/11/Qld_police_seek_G20_powers_871295.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/11/Cyclist_killed_in_collision_-_Cairns_871294.html A female cyclist has died after her bike collided with a ute on the Captain Cook Highway in far north Qld. Sat, 11 May 2013 01:17:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/11/Cyclist_killed_in_collision_-_Cairns_871294.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Harrison_cleared_to_play_for_Titans_871292.html Titans forward Ashley Harrison has been given the all-clear to play in Sunday's clash against the Dragons. Sat, 11 May 2013 01:04:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Harrison_cleared_to_play_for_Titans_871292.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Toulouse_set-up_Toulon_Top_14_rugby_semi_871291.html Former All Black Luke McAlister kicked 23 points to book Toulouse a semi-finals rugby berth against Toulon. Sat, 11 May 2013 01:03:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Toulouse_set-up_Toulon_Top_14_rugby_semi_871291.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/11/Kerry_claims_Syria_used_chemical_weapons_871290.html US Secretary John Kerry says there is "strong evidence" Bashar al-Assad forces have used chemical weapons. Sat, 11 May 2013 00:54:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/11/Kerry_claims_Syria_used_chemical_weapons_871290.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/11/Tsarnaevs_remains_buried_in_Virginia_871289.html Reports say the body of Boston Marathon bombing suspect Tamerlan Tsarnaev has been buried in Virginia. Sat, 11 May 2013 00:54:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/11/Tsarnaevs_remains_buried_in_Virginia_871289.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/11/Safety_probe_after_Olympic_sailor_killed_871288.html America's Cup organisers will investigate what caused a catamaran to capsize, killing a British sailor. Sat, 11 May 2013 00:54:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/11/Safety_probe_after_Olympic_sailor_killed_871288.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Survivor_rescued_from_Bangladesh_rubble_871285.html Bangladesh rescue crews say they were amazed to find a woman alive two weeks after a building collapse. Sat, 11 May 2013 00:37:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Survivor_rescued_from_Bangladesh_rubble_871285.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Man_glassed_in_Sydney_street_fight_871280.html A teenager remains in hospital after being glassed in the neck during a street brawl in Sydney's CBD. Sat, 11 May 2013 00:35:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Man_glassed_in_Sydney_street_fight_871280.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Conditions_improve_in_Adelaide_Hills_fi_871279.html Firefighters says conditions are improving around a bushfire in the Adelaide Hills. Sat, 11 May 2013 00:35:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Conditions_improve_in_Adelaide_Hills_fi_871279.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/11/European_stocks_close_higher_871278.html Europe's leading stock markets closed with solid gains and a fresh record in Frankfurt on Friday. Sat, 11 May 2013 00:30:30 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/11/European_stocks_close_higher_871278.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/11/Dollar_keeps_climbing_as_G7_meet_871277.html The US dollar pushed higher, while the yen sagged, as the G7 began meeting outside London. Sat, 11 May 2013 00:30:30 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/11/Dollar_keeps_climbing_as_G7_meet_871277.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/11/Dow_S_and_P_close_at_fresh_all-time_highs_871276.html US stocks overcame a choppy day of trading on Friday and closed at fresh all-time highs. Sat, 11 May 2013 00:30:29 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/11/Dow_S_and_P_close_at_fresh_all-time_highs_871276.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/11/US_woman_hit_cop_to_quit_smoking_in_jail_871274.html A California woman who hit a policeman to get arrested got her wish to go to jail so she can quit smoking. Sat, 11 May 2013 00:16:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/11/US_woman_hit_cop_to_quit_smoking_in_jail_871274.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Americas_Cup_yacht_nosedived_871272.html Officials say the America's Cup catamaran that capsized killing a UK sailing Olympian nosedived first. Sat, 11 May 2013 00:02:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Americas_Cup_yacht_nosedived_871272.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/11/Spacewalk_after_Ammonia_leak_at_ISS_871271.html The International Space Station is preparing to fix a 'very serious' leak of ammonia seeping into space. Fri, 10 May 2013 23:49:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/11/Spacewalk_after_Ammonia_leak_at_ISS_871271.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Evidence_Syria_used_chemical_weapons_871269.html US Secretary John Kerry says there is "strong evidence" Bashar al-Assad forces have used chemical weapons. Fri, 10 May 2013 23:41:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Evidence_Syria_used_chemical_weapons_871269.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Crystal_Palace_held_to_first-leg_draw_871268.html Crystal Palace and Brighton had a scoreless draw in their Championship play-off semi-final at Selhurst Park. Fri, 10 May 2013 23:35:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Crystal_Palace_held_to_first-leg_draw_871268.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Prime_Minister_wraps_up_PNG_visit_871267.html Prime Minister Julia Gillard is preparing to fly home after a two day tour of Papua New Guinea. Fri, 10 May 2013 23:34:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Prime_Minister_wraps_up_PNG_visit_871267.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/11/PM_wraps_up_Papua_New_Guinea_visit_871266.html Prime Minister Julia Gillard is preparing to fly home after a two day tour of Papua New Guinea. Fri, 10 May 2013 23:32:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/11/PM_wraps_up_Papua_New_Guinea_visit_871266.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/US_report_reveals_house_of_horrors_871237.html A new report has revealed more details about US house of horrors in which three women were held for a decade Fri, 10 May 2013 23:25:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/US_report_reveals_house_of_horrors_871237.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Family_of_lost_woman_thanks_authorities_871265.html The family of the woman who fell overboard a cruise ship off the NSW Coast has thanked authorities. Fri, 10 May 2013 23:24:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Family_of_lost_woman_thanks_authorities_871265.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Man_threatened_in_Sydney_robbery_871264.html Police say a man was threatened with a gun in a robbery on a street in Ashfield in Sydney's inner west. Fri, 10 May 2013 23:13:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Man_threatened_in_Sydney_robbery_871264.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Safety_probe_after_British_sailor_killed_871262.html America's Cup organisers will investigate what caused a catamaran to capsize, killing a British sailor. Fri, 10 May 2013 23:04:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Safety_probe_after_British_sailor_killed_871262.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Nadal_Serena_through_to_Madrid_semis_871261.html Rafael Nadal is through to the semi-finals of the Madrid Masters beating David Ferrer 4-6 7-6 7-3 6-0. Fri, 10 May 2013 22:45:04 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Nadal_Serena_through_to_Madrid_semis_871261.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Old_Trafford_farewell_for_Ferguson_871260.html Retiring manager Alex Ferguson will be farewelled when Manchester United plays Swansea at Old Trafford. Fri, 10 May 2013 22:21:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Old_Trafford_farewell_for_Ferguson_871260.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/11/A_ray_of_hope_for_Bangladesh_amid_ruins_871259.html A young woman has become a beacon of hope after being pulled from the rubble of a Bangladeshi factory. Fri, 10 May 2013 22:15:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/11/A_ray_of_hope_for_Bangladesh_amid_ruins_871259.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/11/Cherryville_fire_still_burning_-_SA_871257.html Residents of Marble Hill are on bushfire alert as crews continue to battle a blaze in the Adelaide Hills. Fri, 10 May 2013 21:58:58 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/11/Cherryville_fire_still_burning_-_SA_871257.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Tributes_flow_for_Olympic_sailor_Simpson_871248.html Tributes pour in for Olympic sailor Andrew Simpson after an accident at the America's Cup claimed his life. Fri, 10 May 2013 20:50:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Tributes_flow_for_Olympic_sailor_Simpson_871248.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/11/Castros_daughter_horrified_by_father_871249.html A daughter of the man accused of kidnapping and raping three women in the US for a decade has disowned him. Fri, 10 May 2013 20:30:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/11/Castros_daughter_horrified_by_father_871249.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Inglis_double_effort_in_Souths_win_871246.html South Sydney fullback Greg Inglis's two-try effort helped the Rabbitohs to a 28-10 win over the Cowboys. Fri, 10 May 2013 19:52:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Inglis_double_effort_in_Souths_win_871246.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Ammonia_leak_forces_ISS_spacewalk_871241.html The International Space Station is preparing to fix a 'very serious' leak of ammonia seeping into space. Fri, 10 May 2013 19:23:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Ammonia_leak_forces_ISS_spacewalk_871241.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Aussie_Hansen_wins_Giro_dItalia_stage_871240.html Australian rider Adam Hansen won the hilly, rainy, seventh stage of the Giro d'Italia on Friday. Fri, 10 May 2013 19:00:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Aussie_Hansen_wins_Giro_dItalia_stage_871240.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Inglis_double_effort_in_Souths_win_871239.html South Sydney fullback Greg Inglis's two-try effort helped the Rabbitohs to a 28-10 win over the Cowboys. Fri, 10 May 2013 19:00:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/11/Inglis_double_effort_in_Souths_win_871239.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Prince_Harry_pays_tribute_to_US_war_dead_871238.html Prince Harry has paid tribute to US soldiers killed in Iraq and Afghanistan during on day two of his US tour Fri, 10 May 2013 18:55:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Prince_Harry_pays_tribute_to_US_war_dead_871238.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Property_destroyed_in_Adelaide_Hills_871236.html Residents of Marble Hill are on bushfire alert as crews continue to battle a blaze in the Adelaide Hills. Fri, 10 May 2013 18:15:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Property_destroyed_in_Adelaide_Hills_871236.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Australia_to_help_improve_PNG_policing_871231.html Australia has agreed to help Papua New Guinea improve its policing to broaden ties between the two nations. Fri, 10 May 2013 14:09:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/11/Australia_to_help_improve_PNG_policing_871231.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Man_tried_to_save_partner_in_cruise_fall_871230.html A search for the couple who went overboard from a cruise ship on the NSW north coast has been called off. Fri, 10 May 2013 13:50:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Man_tried_to_save_partner_in_cruise_fall_871230.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Woman_found_alive_in_Bangladesh_rubble_871229.html Bangladeshi rescuers pulled a woman alive from the ruins of a garment factory 17 days after it collapsed. Fri, 10 May 2013 13:50:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Woman_found_alive_in_Bangladesh_rubble_871229.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Cats_go_top_in_AFL_with_win_over_Bombers_871228.html Geelong have seen off another AFL challenger, counter-punching superbly to beat Essendon by 28 points. Fri, 10 May 2013 12:55:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Cats_go_top_in_AFL_with_win_over_Bombers_871228.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Souths_claim_28-10_NRL_win_over_Cowboys_871226.html Greg Inglis has helped South Sydney with a two-try effort in their 28-10 NRL win over North Queensland. Fri, 10 May 2013 12:05:29 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Souths_claim_28-10_NRL_win_over_Cowboys_871226.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Sharks_victorious_over_Tigers_in_NRL_871225.html Five-eighth Todd Carney inspired Cronulla to a 30-6 NRL win over the West Tigers at Allianz Stadium. Fri, 10 May 2013 12:02:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Sharks_victorious_over_Tigers_in_NRL_871225.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Reds_get_Super_Rugby_revenge_over_Sharks_871224.html The Queensland Reds have smashed the Sharks with an uplifting 32-17 Super Rugby victory at Suncorp Stadium. Fri, 10 May 2013 11:59:58 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Reds_get_Super_Rugby_revenge_over_Sharks_871224.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Survivor_rescued__from_Bangladesh_debris_871223.html A woman has been pulled from the rubble 17 days after the collapse of a factory in Bangladesh. Fri, 10 May 2013 11:42:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Survivor_rescued__from_Bangladesh_debris_871223.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/10/Doctors_frustrated_by_lack_of_ban_871220.html Victorian doctors are frustrated that the state govt has failed to ban smoking in outdoor dining areas. Fri, 10 May 2013 11:36:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/10/Doctors_frustrated_by_lack_of_ban_871220.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/10/US_flyers_forget_to_turn_off_phones_871219.html Despite rules requiring US flyers to turn off their phones, many people leave them on, a survey shows. Fri, 10 May 2013 11:06:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/10/US_flyers_forget_to_turn_off_phones_871219.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/10/USAmazon_working_on_3D_screen_871218.html Amazon is reportedly working on a screen that allows people to see 3-D images without glasses. Fri, 10 May 2013 11:03:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/10/USAmazon_working_on_3D_screen_871218.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/10/Technology_changes_how_we_chat_to_mum_871217.html Technology is changing the way Australians communicate with their mums, new research suggests. Fri, 10 May 2013 11:02:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/10/Technology_changes_how_we_chat_to_mum_871217.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/10/Cyber_bank_robbers_stole_US45_million_871216.html Cyber thieves around the world stole $US45 million by hacking into debit card companies, US authorities say. Fri, 10 May 2013 11:01:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/10/Cyber_bank_robbers_stole_US45_million_871216.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/10/YouTube_launches_pay_channels_871213.html YouTube is set to launch a monthly subscription service. Fri, 10 May 2013 10:59:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/10/YouTube_launches_pay_channels_871213.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Chiefs_escape_with_Super_win_over_Force_871211.html Western Force coach Michael Foley says he's proud of his team despite their 22-21 loss to the Chiefs in NZ. Fri, 10 May 2013 09:57:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Chiefs_escape_with_Super_win_over_Force_871211.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Dugans_Dragons_deal_his_last_chance_871209.html Josh Dugan says he is on his last chance as he begins the second phase of his NRL career with the Dragons. Fri, 10 May 2013 09:26:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Dugans_Dragons_deal_his_last_chance_871209.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Threat_to_life_from_Adelaide_Hills_fire_871204.html A house has been destroyed as a bushfire continues to burn out of control in the Adelaide Hills. Fri, 10 May 2013 08:14:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Threat_to_life_from_Adelaide_Hills_fire_871204.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/10/Shares_close_at_near_five-year_highs_871203.html The Australian share market has ended the week on a high as a weakening local currency boosted the miners. Fri, 10 May 2013 07:58:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/10/Shares_close_at_near_five-year_highs_871203.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/10/NZ_shares_rise_as_MRP_debuts_at_48_871202.html New Zealand shares extended this year's 14 per cent gain on the NZX 50 Index. Fri, 10 May 2013 07:56:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/10/NZ_shares_rise_as_MRP_debuts_at_48_871202.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/10/Panasonic_logs_747_billion_annual_loss_871201.html Panasonic said its net loss reached $A7.47 billion in the year to March on falling demand. Fri, 10 May 2013 07:55:24 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/10/Panasonic_logs_747_billion_annual_loss_871201.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Gattellari_jailed_over_McGurk_murder_871198.html Lucky Gattellari has been jailed for seven and a half years over the murder of Michael McGurk in 2009. Fri, 10 May 2013 07:48:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Gattellari_jailed_over_McGurk_murder_871198.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Queensland_boy_hurt_in_home_explosion_871197.html A teenage boy has been taken to hospital with serious injuries after an explosion at a home in Ipswich, Qld. Fri, 10 May 2013 07:48:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Queensland_boy_hurt_in_home_explosion_871197.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Search_for_NSW_cruise_couple_called_off_871194.html A search for the couple who went overboard from a cruise ship on the NSW north coast has been called off. Fri, 10 May 2013 07:19:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Search_for_NSW_cruise_couple_called_off_871194.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/10/Search_called_off_for_NSW_cruise_couple_871193.html A search for the couple who went overboard from a cruise ship on the NSW north coast has been called off. Fri, 10 May 2013 07:17:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/10/Search_called_off_for_NSW_cruise_couple_871193.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/10/Shipbuilders_bid_for_defence_contracts_871192.html A delegation has held key talks in Canberra to push for more defence dollars for Tasmania's shipbuilders. Fri, 10 May 2013 07:07:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/10/Shipbuilders_bid_for_defence_contracts_871192.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Rebels_keep_focus_on_Super_Blues_871190.html The Rebels say they won't let Kurtley Beale's latest ban affect their Super Rugby clash with the Blues. Fri, 10 May 2013 06:58:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Rebels_keep_focus_on_Super_Blues_871190.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Simon_Black_back_for_Brisbane_Lions_871189.html The return of Simon Black has boosted the Lions' confidence ahead of Saturday's AFL clash with West Coast. Fri, 10 May 2013 06:56:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Simon_Black_back_for_Brisbane_Lions_871189.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Aussies_involved_in_Americas_Cup_crash_871188.html Australians sailors were on board the America's Cup catamaran that crashed in San Francisco Bay. Fri, 10 May 2013 06:56:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Aussies_involved_in_Americas_Cup_crash_871188.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/10/Brazilian_recovering_after_harpooning_871186.html Doctors say a Brazilian woman who survived being shot in the mouth with a spear gun is starting to eat. Fri, 10 May 2013 06:40:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/10/Brazilian_recovering_after_harpooning_871186.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/10/Parliament_to_focus_on_budget_next_week_871185.html The federal budget will dominate the agenda when parliament returns next week after a seven-week break. Fri, 10 May 2013 06:36:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/10/Parliament_to_focus_on_budget_next_week_871185.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/10/Parliament_to_focus_on_budget_next_week_871184.html The federal budget will dominate the agenda when parliament returns next week after a seven-week break. Fri, 10 May 2013 06:36:30 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/10/Parliament_to_focus_on_budget_next_week_871184.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Webber_keen_to_step_up_F1_campaign_871181.html Mark Webber is keen to steer his Formula One title bid back on track at this weekend's Spanish Grand Prix. Fri, 10 May 2013 06:29:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Webber_keen_to_step_up_F1_campaign_871181.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Hawks_Franklin_set_for_Sydney_AFL_clash_871180.html Hawthorn say they are well prepared for Saturday night's AFL grand final rematch with the Swans. Fri, 10 May 2013 06:28:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Hawks_Franklin_set_for_Sydney_AFL_clash_871180.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Shillington_on_show_for_Origin_inclusion_871179.html Dave Shillington will be on show for Maroons selectors when the giant Canberra prop returns to the NRL. Fri, 10 May 2013 06:26:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Shillington_on_show_for_Origin_inclusion_871179.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Cleveland_kidnapper_facing_death_penalty_871177.html A US prosecutor says he may seek the death penalty for a man accused of kidnapping three women in Cleveland. Fri, 10 May 2013 06:02:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Cleveland_kidnapper_facing_death_penalty_871177.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Tributes_flow_for_British_Olympic_sailor_871176.html British sailor Andrew Simpson has been killed in the capsize of an America's Cup catamaran in San Francisco. Fri, 10 May 2013 06:00:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Tributes_flow_for_British_Olympic_sailor_871176.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/10/Tributes_flow_for_Olympic_sailor_Simpson_871175.html British sailor Andrew Simpson has been killed in the capsize of an America's Cup catamaran in San Francisco. Fri, 10 May 2013 05:59:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/10/Tributes_flow_for_Olympic_sailor_Simpson_871175.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Scott_and_Day_in_Players_contention_871174.html Little-known American Roberto Castro has rocketed into the lead of the Players Championship. Fri, 10 May 2013 05:56:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Scott_and_Day_in_Players_contention_871174.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/NT_on_the_cusp_of_signing_on_to_NDIS_871173.html The Northern Territory is on the verge of fully signing on to the national disability insurance scheme. Fri, 10 May 2013 05:41:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/NT_on_the_cusp_of_signing_on_to_NDIS_871173.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/House_destroyed_in_Adelaide_Hills_fire_871171.html A house has been destroyed as an uncontrolled bushfire continues to expand in the Adelaide Hills. Fri, 10 May 2013 05:20:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/House_destroyed_in_Adelaide_Hills_fire_871171.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/UK_man_killed_in_Americas_Cup_capsize_871158.html British Olympic sailor Andrew Simpson has died in a training accident on board Artemis on San Francisco Bay. Fri, 10 May 2013 04:59:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/UK_man_killed_in_Americas_Cup_capsize_871158.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/10/Gillard_praises_opportunity_in_PNG_871167.html PM Julia Gillard is expected to sign a joint declaration aimed at broadening the Australian-PNG relationship Fri, 10 May 2013 04:35:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/10/Gillard_praises_opportunity_in_PNG_871167.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/10/Search_continues_for_missing_ship_pair_871166.html A search is continuing off the NSW coast for two people reported missing from a cruise ship. Fri, 10 May 2013 04:35:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/10/Search_continues_for_missing_ship_pair_871166.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/10/Prince_Harry_says_mum_would_be_proud_871165.html Prince Harry says his late mother Diana would be proud of his work supporting an anti-landmine charity. Fri, 10 May 2013 04:34:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/10/Prince_Harry_says_mum_would_be_proud_871165.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/10/Stupidity_blamed_for_heroin_death_871161.html 'Stupidity' led a New Zealand man to agree to inject his friend with heroin in a central Sydney hotel room. Fri, 10 May 2013 04:30:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/10/Stupidity_blamed_for_heroin_death_871161.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/10/Plea_for_votes_as_Pakistan_campaign_ends_871160.html Candidates have made final appeals for votes ahead of this weekend's landmark elections in Pakistan. Fri, 10 May 2013 04:28:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/10/Plea_for_votes_as_Pakistan_campaign_ends_871160.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Swan_praises_robust_Aust_economy_871157.html Treasurer Wayne Swan says the RBA's quarterly statement reflects solid growth in Australian economy. Fri, 10 May 2013 04:18:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Swan_praises_robust_Aust_economy_871157.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Gillard_talks_up_opportunity_in_PNG_871156.html PM Julia Gillard is expected to sign a joint declaration aimed at broadening the Australian-PNG relationship Fri, 10 May 2013 04:18:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Gillard_talks_up_opportunity_in_PNG_871156.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/10/Prince_Harrys_landmine_activism_praised_871155.html Prince Harry's support of a landmine clearance charity has been praised as he begins his US tour. Fri, 10 May 2013 04:16:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/10/Prince_Harrys_landmine_activism_praised_871155.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/10/Motion_clue_to_autism_871152.html Researchers say children with autism see simple movement twice as quickly as other children their age. Fri, 10 May 2013 03:24:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/10/Motion_clue_to_autism_871152.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/10/Bid_for_MS_breakthrough_871151.html Aust researchers are working on a stem cell project they hope will lead to a new treatment for MS. Fri, 10 May 2013 03:15:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/10/Bid_for_MS_breakthrough_871151.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/10/Primary_Health_Care_lifts_guidance_871146.html Primary Health Care has lifted its earnings guidance by $10 million. Fri, 10 May 2013 03:13:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/10/Primary_Health_Care_lifts_guidance_871146.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/10/Mining_boom_near_its_peak_RBA_871150.html The RBA says Australia's mining investment boom is near its peak but will remain at very high levels. Fri, 10 May 2013 03:06:58 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/10/Mining_boom_near_its_peak_RBA_871150.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/10/Dollar_trading_flat_after_overnight_fall_871149.html The Australian dollar is trading in a narrow range after tumbling close to two US cents overnight. Fri, 10 May 2013 03:05:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/10/Dollar_trading_flat_after_overnight_fall_871149.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/10/Stocks_firmer_at_noon_as_dollar_falls_871148.html The ASX was firmer at noon as a weakening local currency helped the mining giants outperform the market. Fri, 10 May 2013 03:05:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/10/Stocks_firmer_at_noon_as_dollar_falls_871148.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/10/Boy_saves_mum_from_Vic_house_fire_871144.html A 12-year-old boy has saved his hearing-impaired mum from a house fire. Fri, 10 May 2013 02:56:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/10/Boy_saves_mum_from_Vic_house_fire_871144.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/10/Bangladesh_disaster_toll_exceeds_1000_871143.html The death toll in Bangladesh's worst industrial disaster outside the capital Dhaka has soared to 1,000. Fri, 10 May 2013 02:55:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/10/Bangladesh_disaster_toll_exceeds_1000_871143.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/10/Hezbollah_says_Syria_to_supply_new_arms_871142.html A Shi'ite leader says Syria will supply Lebanon's Hezbollah with 'game-changing weapons' Fri, 10 May 2013 02:55:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/10/Hezbollah_says_Syria_to_supply_new_arms_871142.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/10/Son_of_former_Pakistan_PM_kidnapped_871141.html Gunmen have kidnapped a son of a former Pakistani PM on the final day of election campaigning. Fri, 10 May 2013 02:55:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/10/Son_of_former_Pakistan_PM_kidnapped_871141.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/10/Russia_celebrates_Victory_Day_in_Moscow_871140.html Russia has celebrated its annual Victory Day with a spectacular parade in Moscow's Red Square. Fri, 10 May 2013 02:54:58 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/10/Russia_celebrates_Victory_Day_in_Moscow_871140.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/10/Death_after_Vic_home_birth_preventable_871139.html A Vic coroner says a baby's death following a failed attempt at a home birth could have been prevented. Fri, 10 May 2013 02:45:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/10/Death_after_Vic_home_birth_preventable_871139.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/10/Kayaker_missing_off_NSW_north_coast_871137.html A search is underway for a kayaker who has been missing since Tuesday after setting out from Point Danger. Fri, 10 May 2013 02:41:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/10/Kayaker_missing_off_NSW_north_coast_871137.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Bushfire_threatens_homes_in_SA_871126.html Hundreds of firefighters are battling an uncontrolled fire at Cherryville in the Adelaide Hills. Fri, 10 May 2013 02:41:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Bushfire_threatens_homes_in_SA_871126.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Waterhouse_set_to_front_gambling_inquiry_871115.html Tom Waterhouse has been called to front a parliamentary inquiry into the promotion of gambling in sport. Fri, 10 May 2013 02:40:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Waterhouse_set_to_front_gambling_inquiry_871115.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/CCTV_captures_missing_cruise_pair_871133.html Police say a review of CCTV vision shows the two missing passengers of a luxury cruise ship going overboard. Fri, 10 May 2013 02:30:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/CCTV_captures_missing_cruise_pair_871133.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/10/Dominion_Finance_director_admits_charges_871132.html A director of failed NZ finance company Dominion Finance has admitted charges of misleading investors. Fri, 10 May 2013 02:28:30 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/10/Dominion_Finance_director_admits_charges_871132.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/10/Newcastle_coal_port_workers_to_stop_work_871131.html Workers at Port Waratah Coal Services (PWCS) in Newcastle will stop work next Wednesday. Fri, 10 May 2013 02:27:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/10/Newcastle_coal_port_workers_to_stop_work_871131.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/10/Arrests_in_East_Perth_major_drug_probe_871107.html Two men and a woman will face a series of drug and other charges after a police operation in East Perth. Fri, 10 May 2013 02:20:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/10/Arrests_in_East_Perth_major_drug_probe_871107.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/10/Swan_gets_sympathy_vote_from_Tas_871121.html Treasurer Wayne Swan is getting at least some sympathy as he prepares a tough federal budget. Fri, 10 May 2013 02:20:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Budget-2013/2013/05/10/Swan_gets_sympathy_vote_from_Tas_871121.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Parkinson_Fanning_win_heat_heats_in_Rio_871130.html Australians Joel Parkinson and Mick Fanning secured record opening-round heat victories at the Billabong Pro Fri, 10 May 2013 02:19:58 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Parkinson_Fanning_win_heat_heats_in_Rio_871130.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/10/Australian_dollar_heads_towards_parity_871129.html The Australian dollar has plummeted almost two US cents and could be set to dip below the 100-US cent mark. Fri, 10 May 2013 02:18:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/10/Australian_dollar_heads_towards_parity_871129.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/10/Australian_share_market_opens_higher_871128.html The Australian market opened higher despite weak offshore leads as the financial sector lifts local shares. Fri, 10 May 2013 02:15:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/10/Australian_share_market_opens_higher_871128.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/10/MRP_shares_jump_92_on_debut_871124.html Mighty River Power shares climbed 9.2 per cent to $2.73 when they debuted on the NZX. Fri, 10 May 2013 01:44:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/10/MRP_shares_jump_92_on_debut_871124.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/10/Bipolar_confusion_worries_experts_871122.html Experts say millions of people are being let down by a lack of bipolar disorder. Fri, 10 May 2013 01:31:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/10/Bipolar_confusion_worries_experts_871122.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/10/Swan_gets_sympathy_vote_from_Tas_871119.html Treasurer Wayne Swan is getting at least some sympathy as he prepares a tough federal budget. Fri, 10 May 2013 01:16:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/10/Swan_gets_sympathy_vote_from_Tas_871119.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/10/ANZ_cuts_interest_rates_by_027_871117.html ANZ bank has cut its home loan interest rates by 0.27. Fri, 10 May 2013 01:03:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/10/ANZ_cuts_interest_rates_by_027_871117.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/ANZ_cuts_rates_by_027_871116.html ANZ bank has cut its home loan interest rates by 0.27. Fri, 10 May 2013 00:49:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/ANZ_cuts_rates_by_027_871116.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/10/Vic_doctors_advise_outdoor_smoking_ban_871114.html Cancer specialists say smoking should be banned in all outdoor dining and smoking areas in Victoria. Fri, 10 May 2013 00:44:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/10/Vic_doctors_advise_outdoor_smoking_ban_871114.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/10/Vic_woman_assaulted_waiting_for_train_871113.html A woman was indecently assaulted while waiting for a train at Melbourne's Flinders Street Station. Fri, 10 May 2013 00:43:29 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/10/Vic_woman_assaulted_waiting_for_train_871113.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/10/Mans_body_found_at_Tarneit_residence_871112.html A 35-year-old man has been arrested after a man's body was found at a home west of Melbourne. Fri, 10 May 2013 00:43:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/10/Mans_body_found_at_Tarneit_residence_871112.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/10/Arrests_in_East_Perth_major_drug_probe_871109.html Two men and a woman will face a series of drug and other charges after a police operation in East Perth. Fri, 10 May 2013 00:38:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/10/Arrests_in_East_Perth_major_drug_probe_871109.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/10/UK_sailor_dies_in_Americas_Cup_capsize_871104.html A British Olympian has been killed in the capsize of an America's Cup catamaran in San Francisco Bay. Fri, 10 May 2013 00:31:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/10/UK_sailor_dies_in_Americas_Cup_capsize_871104.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/10/Mirvac_buys_office_assets_for_584m_871103.html Property group Mirvac will pay $584 million for seven office properties across Australia. Fri, 10 May 2013 00:29:04 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/10/Mirvac_buys_office_assets_for_584m_871103.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/10/Prosecutor_may_seek_death_in_kidnap_case_871102.html A US prosecutor says he may seek the death penalty for a man accused of kidnapping three women in Cleveland. Fri, 10 May 2013 00:26:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/10/Prosecutor_may_seek_death_in_kidnap_case_871102.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Sailor_killed_in_Americas_Cup_capsize_871092.html British Olympic sailor Andrew Simpson has died in a training accident on board Artemis on San Francisco Bay. Fri, 10 May 2013 00:11:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Sailor_killed_in_Americas_Cup_capsize_871092.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/10/Nick_Lachey_has_rock_and_roll_son_871099.html Nick Lachey says his son Camden is going to be a 'rock and roll' kid. Thu, 09 May 2013 23:51:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/10/Nick_Lachey_has_rock_and_roll_son_871099.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Bushfire_threatens_homes_in_SA_871098.html Hundreds of firefighters are battling an uncontrolled fire at Cherryville in the Adelaide Hills. Thu, 09 May 2013 23:48:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Bushfire_threatens_homes_in_SA_871098.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/10/Amanda_Bynes_pleads_no_contest_871097.html Amanda Bynes has had one charge of driving on a suspended licence dropped. Thu, 09 May 2013 23:44:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/10/Amanda_Bynes_pleads_no_contest_871097.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/10/Iaon_Gruffudd_expecting_second_child_871095.html 'Fantastic Four' star Ioan Gruffudd and his wife are 'thrilled' to be expecting their second child. Thu, 09 May 2013 23:42:30 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/10/Iaon_Gruffudd_expecting_second_child_871095.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/10/Keira_Knightleys_Corsica_honeymoon_871094.html Keira Knightley and her husband James Righton are enjoying a honeymoon in Corsica. Thu, 09 May 2013 23:39:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/10/Keira_Knightleys_Corsica_honeymoon_871094.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/10/Nazi_version_of_Wagner_opera_shut_down_871093.html A Nazi-themed production of Wagner's Tannhauser opera has been cancelled in Germany. Thu, 09 May 2013 23:33:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/10/Nazi_version_of_Wagner_opera_shut_down_871093.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Cricket_Aust_launches_case_against_Nine_871080.html Cricket Australia is set to launch legal action against Ch.9 over its failure to broadcast domestic cricket. Thu, 09 May 2013 23:26:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Cricket_Aust_launches_case_against_Nine_871080.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/10/France_fears_more_cases_SARS-like_virus_871090.html French health authorities say they fear the country's first case of a new SARS-like virus. Thu, 09 May 2013 23:22:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/10/France_fears_more_cases_SARS-like_virus_871090.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Dugan_signs_with_Dragons_for_2013_871089.html St George Illawarra have signed troubled fullback Josh Dugan for the remainder of the 2013 NRL season. Thu, 09 May 2013 23:14:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Dugan_signs_with_Dragons_for_2013_871089.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Bangladesh_disaster_toll_passes_1000_871087.html The death toll in Bangladesh's worst industrial disaster outside the capital Dhaka has soared to 1,000. Thu, 09 May 2013 23:11:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Bangladesh_disaster_toll_passes_1000_871087.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/10/Ladies_swoon_as_Prince_Harry_tours_US_871084.html Prince Harry has ignored giggly twenty-something fans as he chatted with Senator John McCain in Washington. Thu, 09 May 2013 23:06:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/10/Ladies_swoon_as_Prince_Harry_tours_US_871084.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/10/US_singer_charged_in_wife_murder_plot_871083.html The lead singer of heavy metal band As I Lay Dying is charged with plotting to kill his estranged wife. Thu, 09 May 2013 23:04:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/10/US_singer_charged_in_wife_murder_plot_871083.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/10/Sanctions_placed_on_Iran-Venezuela_bank_871076.html The US Treasury Department has announced sanctions on a former Iranian-Venezuelan bank. Thu, 09 May 2013 23:00:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/10/Sanctions_placed_on_Iran-Venezuela_bank_871076.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/10/Europe_stocks_mixed_871072.html Europe's main stock markets were mixed as the euro eased against the dollar. Thu, 09 May 2013 22:59:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/10/Europe_stocks_mixed_871072.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/10/US_stocks_fall_snapping_records_871069.html US stocks fell as buyers took a breather after a host of successive record closes. Thu, 09 May 2013 22:59:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/10/US_stocks_fall_snapping_records_871069.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/10/Makeup_artist_describes_Jacksons_pain_871082.html Michael Jackson's makeup artist tearfully described the singer's struggles with back pain and insomnia. Thu, 09 May 2013 22:58:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/10/Makeup_artist_describes_Jacksons_pain_871082.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/10/Kris_Kross_rapper_remembered_at_funeral_871081.html Chris Smith has remembered his Kris Kross hip-hop partner Chris Kelly as a true friend who is now in heaven. Thu, 09 May 2013 22:51:24 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/10/Kris_Kross_rapper_remembered_at_funeral_871081.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/10/Russia_celebrate_Victory_Day_parade_871079.html Russia has celebrated its annual Victory Day with a spectacular parade in Moscow's Red Square. Thu, 09 May 2013 22:44:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/10/Russia_celebrate_Victory_Day_parade_871079.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/10/Prince_Harrys_activism_praised_871077.html Prince Harry's support of a landmine clearance charity has been praised as he begins his US tour. Thu, 09 May 2013 22:43:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/10/Prince_Harrys_activism_praised_871077.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/10/Son_of_Pakistani_ex-PM_kidnapped_871078.html Gunmen have kidnapped a son of a former Pakistani PM on the final day of election campaigning. Thu, 09 May 2013 22:43:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Politics/2013/05/10/Son_of_Pakistani_ex-PM_kidnapped_871078.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/10/Search_for_girl_gang_after_bashing_871073.html Sydney police searching for a gang of girls after a teenager bashed at Guildford, in the city's west. Thu, 09 May 2013 22:36:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/10/Search_for_girl_gang_after_bashing_871073.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/10/Cyber_crime_warning_to_teenagers_871071.html SAPOL says it is conceerned about the increasing number of reports of 'sexting' on social media. Thu, 09 May 2013 22:22:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/10/Cyber_crime_warning_to_teenagers_871071.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/10/Oil_slips_in_New_York_on_US_glut_worries_871068.html Crude oil prices slipped in New York on Thursday as investors worried about record-high US supplies Thu, 09 May 2013 22:20:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/10/Oil_slips_in_New_York_on_US_glut_worries_871068.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/10/Gold_and_silver_fall_on_Comex_871067.html Gold futures have extended their losses in after-market trading as the US dollar surpassed the Y100 level. Thu, 09 May 2013 22:13:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/10/Gold_and_silver_fall_on_Comex_871067.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/10/Base_metals_fall_on_the_LME_871066.html Copper has closed lower on the LME, weighed by renewed concerns over the metal's demand prospects Thu, 09 May 2013 22:11:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Finance/2013/05/10/Base_metals_fall_on_the_LME_871066.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/10/Police_on_the_track_of_car_thief_871064.html Adelaide police use a telephone's tracking system in searcjh for a stolen car at Brompton. Thu, 09 May 2013 22:03:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/10/Police_on_the_track_of_car_thief_871064.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/10/Bandit_bowled_over_by_intended_victim_871063.html A would-be bandit in Adelaide fled empty-handed after a service station attendant threw an object at him Thu, 09 May 2013 21:54:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/10/Bandit_bowled_over_by_intended_victim_871063.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Cavendish_wins_Giro_sixth_stage_871056.html Mark Cavendish claimed his second win on the Giro d'Italia after dominating a bunch sprint at the 6th stage. Thu, 09 May 2013 21:30:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Cavendish_wins_Giro_sixth_stage_871056.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Bombers_recall_stars_for_big_AFL_clash_871055.html Essendon have made six changes to take on Geelong in tonight's battle of the AFL's two unbeaten teams. Thu, 09 May 2013 21:30:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Bombers_recall_stars_for_big_AFL_clash_871055.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Harrys_landmine_activism_praised_871054.html Prince Harry's support of a landmine clearance charity has been praised as he begins his US tour. Thu, 09 May 2013 21:21:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Harrys_landmine_activism_praised_871054.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Details_emerge_of_kidnap_ordeal_871025.html Ariel Castro appeared in an Ohio court charged with kidnapping and raping three women missing for a decade. Thu, 09 May 2013 21:06:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Details_emerge_of_kidnap_ordeal_871025.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Education/2013/05/10/Environment_shapes_individuality.html New research suggests early experience rather than genes forges an individual's personality. Thu, 09 May 2013 21:05:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Education/2013/05/10/Environment_shapes_individuality.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/10/Environment_shapes_individuality_871044.html New research suggests early experience rather than genes forges an individual's personality. Thu, 09 May 2013 21:05:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/10/Environment_shapes_individuality_871044.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Search_continues_for_missing_cruise_pair_871045.html A search is continuing off the NSW coast for two people reported missing from a cruise ship. Thu, 09 May 2013 21:04:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Search_continues_for_missing_cruise_pair_871045.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Two_women_charged_over_bleach_attack_871053.html Two women have been charged over a spate of incidents including a bleach attack of a four-year-old girl. Thu, 09 May 2013 21:02:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Two_women_charged_over_bleach_attack_871053.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Son_of_Pakistan_ex-PM_kidnapped_871027.html Gunmen have kidnapped a son of a former Pakistani PM on the final day of election campaigning. Thu, 09 May 2013 21:01:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Son_of_Pakistan_ex-PM_kidnapped_871027.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Russia_celebrates_Victory_Day_871026.html Russia has celebrated its annual Victory Day with a spectacular parade in Moscow's Red Square. Thu, 09 May 2013 20:55:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Russia_celebrates_Victory_Day_871026.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Bail_set_for_US_kidnap_suspect_871046.html Ariel Castro appeared in an Ohio court charged with kidnapping and raping three women missing for a decade. Thu, 09 May 2013 20:51:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Bail_set_for_US_kidnap_suspect_871046.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/IRS_teams_with_Aust_to_expose_tax_cheats_871038.html The US is teaming up with Australia and the UK in an effort to expose tax cheats from around the world. Thu, 09 May 2013 20:08:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/IRS_teams_with_Aust_to_expose_tax_cheats_871038.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Raikkonen_focuses_on_title_challenge_871037.html Former champion Kimi Raikkonen is confident he can fight for the Formula One title this season. Thu, 09 May 2013 19:53:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Raikkonen_focuses_on_title_challenge_871037.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Brilliant_Benji_worth_every_cent_871036.html Wests Tigers centre Chris Lawrence says five-eighth Benji Marshall is worth every cent of proposed new deal. Thu, 09 May 2013 19:53:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Brilliant_Benji_worth_every_cent_871036.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/US_could_keep_nine_Afghan_bases-_Karzai_871034.html Afghan President Hamid Karzai says he could allow the US to keep nine military bases in the country. Thu, 09 May 2013 19:50:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/US_could_keep_nine_Afghan_bases-_Karzai_871034.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Syria_to_supply_new_arms_says_Hezbollah_871029.html A Shi'ite leader says Syria will supply Lebanon's Hezbollah with 'game-changing weapons' Thu, 09 May 2013 19:36:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Syria_to_supply_new_arms_says_Hezbollah_871029.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Federer_ousted_by_Nishikori_in_Madrid_871028.html Defending champion Roger Federer is out of the Madrid Masters after being outclassed by No.14 Kei Nishikori. Thu, 09 May 2013 19:34:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Federer_ousted_by_Nishikori_in_Madrid_871028.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Moyes_headed_for_Man_United_hotseat_871023.html Everton's David Moyes has been named the new manager of Manchester United, to replace Sir Alex Ferguson. Thu, 09 May 2013 18:43:04 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Moyes_headed_for_Man_United_hotseat_871023.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Man_jailed_over_Sydney_riot_871018.html A devout religious man who "only stands for God" has been jailed for his part in a Sydney riot. Thu, 09 May 2013 14:20:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Man_jailed_over_Sydney_riot_871018.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Vic_MPs_eyeing_a_big_pay_rise_871017.html Vic politicians are planning to award themselves pay rises of up to 15 per cent with no public consultation. Thu, 09 May 2013 14:15:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/10/Vic_MPs_eyeing_a_big_pay_rise_871017.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/10/Ten_men_charged_with_80_drug_offences_871015.html Ten men have been charged with 80 drug supply offences in the NSW southern highlands. Thu, 09 May 2013 14:01:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/10/Ten_men_charged_with_80_drug_offences_871015.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/10/NT_unemployment_rises_871014.html Unemployment crept up in the NT in April but jurisdiction still has the lowest jobless rate in the nation. Thu, 09 May 2013 14:01:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/10/NT_unemployment_rises_871014.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/10/Bob_Jane_says_son_robbed_him_of_empire_871013.html Bob Jane has accused his son of duping him out of his tyre fortune. Thu, 09 May 2013 14:01:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/10/Bob_Jane_says_son_robbed_him_of_empire_871013.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/10/Major_search__for_missing_cruise_couple_871012.html An Australian man and woman were last seen onboard a cruise ship and returning back from a 10-day trip. Thu, 09 May 2013 14:01:30 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/10/Major_search__for_missing_cruise_couple_871012.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Aussie_shares_lead_at_golf_event_871010.html SKorea's Cho Min-Gyu and Australian Terry Pilkadaris shot eight-under-par 64s to share the lead. Thu, 09 May 2013 14:00:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Aussie_shares_lead_at_golf_event_871010.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Sharapova_confidence_growing_in_Madrid_871009.html World No.2 Maria Sharapova kept her impressive form at the Madrid Open. Thu, 09 May 2013 14:00:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/10/Sharapova_confidence_growing_in_Madrid_871009.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/09/Ariel_Castro_faces_court_over_kidnapping_871008.html Unemployed American bus driver Ariel Castro has appeared in court to face kidnap and rape charges. Thu, 09 May 2013 13:56:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/World/2013/05/09/Ariel_Castro_faces_court_over_kidnapping_871008.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/09/Ex-Beatle_swarmed_by_grasshoppers_871007.html Beatle star Sir Paul McCartney was unfazed as a swarm of insects landed on him during a concert in Brazil. Thu, 09 May 2013 13:53:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/09/Ex-Beatle_swarmed_by_grasshoppers_871007.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/09/Search_continues_for_cruise_pair_off_NSW_871005.html A search is continuing off the NSW coast for two people reported missing from a cruise ship in Sydney. Thu, 09 May 2013 13:47:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/09/Search_continues_for_cruise_pair_off_NSW_871005.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/09/Cancer_vaccines_for_worlds_poor_871006.html Two multinational drugmakers are teaming up with health groups to protect millions from cervical cancer. Thu, 09 May 2013 13:47:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/09/Cancer_vaccines_for_worlds_poor_871006.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/09/Skywhale_balloon_marks_ACT_anniversary_871004.html A giant, fantastical whale-like creature will float through Canberra's skies for the ACT's centenary. Thu, 09 May 2013 13:41:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/OddSpot/2013/05/09/Skywhale_balloon_marks_ACT_anniversary_871004.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/09/Leukaemia_sufferer_tells_EPL_retirement_871003.html Aston Villa captain Stilyian Petrov, who is battling leukaemia, announced he was retiring from football. Thu, 09 May 2013 13:40:30 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2013/05/09/Leukaemia_sufferer_tells_EPL_retirement_871003.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Travel/2013/05/09/Social_media_to_boost_4b_tourism_market.html Hamilton Island has announced a valuable tie-up with Asian social media giant QQ.com to increase tourism. Thu, 09 May 2013 13:38:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Travel/2013/05/09/Social_media_to_boost_4b_tourism_market.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/09/Social_media_to_boost_4b_tourism_market_871002.html Hamilton Island has announced a valuable tie-up with Asian social media giant QQ.com to increase tourism. Thu, 09 May 2013 13:38:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/09/Social_media_to_boost_4b_tourism_market_871002.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/09/Nokia_debuts_99_smartphone_871001.html Struggling Finnish handset giant Nokia has unveiled its next-generation of lower-end mobile smartphones. Thu, 09 May 2013 13:35:24 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/09/Nokia_debuts_99_smartphone_871001.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/09/Pell_to_appear_before_Vic_abuse_inquiry_871000.html Australia's most senior Catholic, Cardinal George Pell, will appear before a Victorian child abuse inquiry. Thu, 09 May 2013 13:30:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/09/Pell_to_appear_before_Vic_abuse_inquiry_871000.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/09/Labor_coalition_claim_jobs_high_ground_870999.html Labor and the coalition are at loggerheads over their workplace policies. Thu, 09 May 2013 13:30:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/09/Labor_coalition_claim_jobs_high_ground_870999.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/09/Gillard_Australia_will_stand_with_PNG_870998.html PM Julia Gillard has paid tribute to Australia and Papua New Guinea's abiding friendship. Thu, 09 May 2013 13:30:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/09/Gillard_Australia_will_stand_with_PNG_870998.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/09/Medicinal_cannabis_considered_in_NSW_870996.html A parliamentary committee inquiry is due to deliver a report to make medicinal cannabis available in NSW. Thu, 09 May 2013 13:29:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2013/05/09/Medicinal_cannabis_considered_in_NSW_870996.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/09/Singapore_toilet_tracker_goes_mobile_870995.html Singaporeans can now track the status of the city-state's public toilets in real time with a new app. Thu, 09 May 2013 13:25:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Technology/2013/05/09/Singapore_toilet_tracker_goes_mobile_870995.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/09/Lawyer_says_stop_persecuting_celebs_870994.html A UK barrister wants the age of consent to be lowered to 13, in a bid to end the 'persecution of old men'. Thu, 09 May 2013 13:23:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/09/Lawyer_says_stop_persecuting_celebs_870994.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/09/Rambo_actor_in_off-screen_war_over_film_870993.html An actor who worked with Sylvester Stallone is battling a production company over money misuse allegations. Thu, 09 May 2013 13:20:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2013/05/09/Rambo_actor_in_off-screen_war_over_film_870993.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/09/US_kidnap_suspect_Castro_faced_court_870989.html Unemployed American bus driver Ariel Castro has appeared in court to face kidnap and rape charges. Thu, 09 May 2013 12:59:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/TopStories/2013/05/09/US_kidnap_suspect_Castro_faced_court_870989.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/09/God-only_man_jailed_over_Sydney_riot_870986.html A devout religious man who "only stands for God" has been jailed for his part in a Sydney riot. Thu, 09 May 2013 12:24:24 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/09/God-only_man_jailed_over_Sydney_riot_870986.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/09/WA_booming_for_investment_fraudsters_870954.html WA is proving a boom state for conmen and fraudsters, with almost $1 million leaving the state last month. Thu, 09 May 2013 12:24:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/09/WA_booming_for_investment_fraudsters_870954.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/09/Police_question_women_over_attack_870985.html A child care worker helped a mother and her little girl after a bottle of bleach was thrown at them. Thu, 09 May 2013 12:24:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/09/Police_question_women_over_attack_870985.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/09/Naden_unusual_in_seeking_life_sentence_870984.html A Sydney court has been told Malcolm Naden described his murders of two women as a 'true accomplishment'. Thu, 09 May 2013 12:24:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Crime/2013/05/09/Naden_unusual_in_seeking_life_sentence_870984.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/09/Naden_unusual_in_seeking_life_sentence_870983.html A Sydney court has been told Malcolm Naden described his murders of two women as a 'true accomplishment'. Thu, 09 May 2013 12:23:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/09/Naden_unusual_in_seeking_life_sentence_870983.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/09/Roozendaal_exits_protesting_innocence_870979.html Former NSW Labor MP Eric Roozendaal has bowed out of politics protesting his innocence. Thu, 09 May 2013 12:15:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/09/Roozendaal_exits_protesting_innocence_870979.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/09/God-only_man_jailed_over_Sydney_riot_870978.html A religious man who kicked a police dog during a riot in Sydney has been jailed for nearly three years. Thu, 09 May 2013 12:14:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/09/God-only_man_jailed_over_Sydney_riot_870978.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/09/Qld_man_avoids_jail_over_laser_pointer_870976.html A man who shone a laser beam at a police helicopter up to 30 times in five minutes has avoided jail. Thu, 09 May 2013 12:10:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/09/Qld_man_avoids_jail_over_laser_pointer_870976.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/09/National_parks_could_be_open_to_cattle_870974.html State forests and national parks could be opened to grazing in Queensland to help desperate cattle farmers. Thu, 09 May 2013 12:08:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/09/National_parks_could_be_open_to_cattle_870974.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Environment/2013/05/09/National_parks_could_be_open_to_cattle_870972.html State forests and national parks could be opened to grazing in Queensland to help desperate cattle farmers. Thu, 09 May 2013 12:08:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Environment/2013/05/09/National_parks_could_be_open_to_cattle_870972.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/09/Alleged_gunwoman_fronts_Darwin_court_870970.html A woman has appeared in a Darwin court accused of shooting at three people and abducting a child. Thu, 09 May 2013 12:06:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/09/Alleged_gunwoman_fronts_Darwin_court_870970.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/09/Appeal_made_for_leads_in_1982_sex_attack_870969.html Police are appealing for fresh leads into a sexual assault that took place more than 30 years ago. Thu, 09 May 2013 12:05:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Regional/2013/05/09/Appeal_made_for_leads_in_1982_sex_attack_870969.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/09/Cruise_passengers_missing_870960.html Police are searching the NSW coast after two passengers were discovered missing from a cruise ship. Thu, 09 May 2013 11:52:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/09/Cruise_passengers_missing_870960.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/09/Jobs_record_is_impressive_870959.html The federal govt's pre-budget preparations got a boost after more than 50,000 people joined the workforce. Thu, 09 May 2013 11:52:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/09/Jobs_record_is_impressive_870959.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/09/Sea_Shepherd_ask_for_cash_870958.html Sea Shepherd is asking on Aussies to help with the $4 million it needs to take on whalers next summer. Thu, 09 May 2013 11:52:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/09/Sea_Shepherd_ask_for_cash_870958.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/09/Police_question_women_over_attack_870957.html A child care worker helped a mother and her little girl after a bottle of bleach was thrown at them. Thu, 09 May 2013 11:52:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/09/Police_question_women_over_attack_870957.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/09/Superannuation_charter_group_named_870956.html The members of a new superannuation body have been announced by Superannuation Minister Bill Shorten. Thu, 09 May 2013 11:46:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/09/Superannuation_charter_group_named_870956.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/09/God-only_man_jailed_over_Sydney_riot_870955.html A devout religious man who "only stands for God" has been jailed for his part in a Sydney riot. Thu, 09 May 2013 11:46:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/09/God-only_man_jailed_over_Sydney_riot_870955.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/09/Groves_gives_up_his_Canadian_passport_870953.html Bankrupt childcare tycoon Eddy Groves has vowed to return to Australia to front any court hearing. Thu, 09 May 2013 11:46:40 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/09/Groves_gives_up_his_Canadian_passport_870953.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/09/Vic_teens_forced_into_marriage_inquiry_870952.html A parliamentary inquiry has heard, Melbourne girls as young as 15 are being forced into marriages overseas. Thu, 09 May 2013 11:46:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/09/Vic_teens_forced_into_marriage_inquiry_870952.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/09/For_a_comfortable_retirement_take_56K_870951.html New figures show, a couple seeking a comfortable life in retirement need more than $56,000 a year. Thu, 09 May 2013 11:46:30 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2013/05/09/For_a_comfortable_retirement_take_56K_870951.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Small-Business/2013/05/09/Farmers_will_bleed_first_in_budget.html Farmers, like all Australians, are well aware this federal budget is going to result in a lot of pain. Thu, 09 May 2013 11:45:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Small-Business/2013/05/09/Farmers_will_bleed_first_in_budget.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Travel/2013/05/09/Eclipse_to_light_up_Australian_sky.html People in the northern parts of the country will be able to see an annular eclipse early on Friday morning. Thu, 09 May 2013 11:24:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Travel/2013/05/09/Eclipse_to_light_up_Australian_sky.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Small-Business/2013/05/09/A_up_after_surprisingly_good_jobs_data.html $A is higher after strong employment figures made the possibility of another interest rate cut less likely. Thu, 09 May 2013 09:13:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Small-Business/2013/05/09/A_up_after_surprisingly_good_jobs_data.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Travel/2013/05/09/Monet_exhibition_opening_in_Melbourne.html A new Claude Monet exhibition of the famed Giverny garden is opening in Melbourne. Thu, 09 May 2013 07:10:24 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Travel/2013/05/09/Monet_exhibition_opening_in_Melbourne.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Small-Business/2013/05/09/Hockey_says_jobs_still_short_of_promise.html Joe Hockey says employment growth is still short of what the Government promised two years ago. Thu, 09 May 2013 04:21:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Small-Business/2013/05/09/Hockey_says_jobs_still_short_of_promise.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Education/2013/05/09/Student_denies_lobbing_sandwich_at_PM.html The Queensland student accused of throwing a sandwich at the prime minister says he is innocent. Wed, 08 May 2013 22:41:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Education/2013/05/09/Student_denies_lobbing_sandwich_at_PM.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Education/2013/05/09/Melbourne_leads_way_for_Australian_unis.html The University of Melbourne is top of the class in a new global ranking of leading universities. Wed, 08 May 2013 20:58:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Education/2013/05/09/Melbourne_leads_way_for_Australian_unis.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Education/2013/05/08/Ice_Age_language_may_share_words_with_us.html According to a new study our Ice Age ancestors may have used the very same words we would recognise today. Wed, 08 May 2013 13:45:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Education/2013/05/08/Ice_Age_language_may_share_words_with_us.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Travel/2013/05/08/Poutine_soda_in_Canada_for_limited_time.html Canada has release a poutine flavoured soft drink for a limited time for those quenching cheese-gravy chips. Wed, 08 May 2013 12:44:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Travel/2013/05/08/Poutine_soda_in_Canada_for_limited_time.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Education/2013/05/08/Door_open_on_NT_schools_funding.html Peter Garrett says his door is open and he's willing to negotiate with the NT over school funding. Wed, 08 May 2013 09:28:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Education/2013/05/08/Door_open_on_NT_schools_funding.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Travel/2013/05/08/Stars_dazzle_at_Punk_Met_Ball.html The Metropolitan Museum of Art has opened its 'Punk: Chaos to Couture' exhibition with a host of stars. Wed, 08 May 2013 08:35:04 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Travel/2013/05/08/Stars_dazzle_at_Punk_Met_Ball.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Small-Business/2013/05/08/NBN_rollout_hits_asbestos_snag.html A union official has demanded asbestos problems are dealt with. Wed, 08 May 2013 08:13:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Small-Business/2013/05/08/NBN_rollout_hits_asbestos_snag.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Education/2013/05/08/Speech_to_highlight_plight_of_students.html A growing number of Australia's uni students are sacrificing their academic prospects, a study reveals. Tue, 07 May 2013 21:56:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Education/2013/05/08/Speech_to_highlight_plight_of_students.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Rural/2013/04/27/NFF_welcomes_federal_loans_for_farmers_867209.html The NFF has welcomed an announcement of concessional loans for struggling farmers under a new govt package. Sat, 27 Apr 2013 06:52:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National-Rural/2013/04/27/NFF_welcomes_federal_loans_for_farmers_867209.html