Source: http://www.itnews.com.au/News/288837,optus-wins-copyright-case-over-cloud-service.aspx
Tuesday, January 31, 2012
Wall St inches down on EU worries
Greek uncertainty, EU summit weigh on outlook. 31 Jan 2012 9:07 AM
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Eurozone unemployment at record high
Official figures showed unemployment across the 17 countries that use the euro ended 2011 at a record high.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/businessnews/article.aspx?id=713586&vId=
ETS delayed until 2012
KEVIN Rudd has delayed the Government's carbon pollution reduction scheme until the end of 2012, backing away from his biggest election promise.
Source: http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,27045253-5007133,00.html?from=public_rss
Conflicting dam logs in spotlight
Queensland's floods inquiry is expected to scrutinise conflicting event logs when it reopens on Thursday.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/topstories/article.aspx?id=713251&vId=3027590
Sir Elton John reignites Madonna feud
Sir Elton John has implied Madonna will be lip syncing during her half-time show at the US Super Bowl.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/showbiz/article.aspx?id=713336&vId=
Musharraf delays his return to Pakistan
Former Pakistani president Pervez Musharraf has delayed his return home after threats he would be arrested.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/politics/article.aspx?id=712218&vId=
Musharraf delays his return to Pakistan
Former Pakistani president Pervez Musharraf has delayed his return home after threats he would be arrested.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/politics/article.aspx?id=712218&vId=
Monday, January 30, 2012
Potter, Thrones win SAG stunt honours
The Harry Potter finale has won the Screen Actors Guild Award for best big screen stunt ensemble.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/showbiz/article.aspx?id=712940&vId=
Bisexuality is not a choice - Nixon
Cynthia Nixon has backtracked on her comment where she said homosexuality was 'a choice' for her.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/showbiz/article.aspx?id=713345&vId=
Matthew Newton to face court
Troubled actor Matthew Newton is back in court later today, accused of assaulting a Sydney cab driver.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/showbiz/article.aspx?id=713207&vId=3027259
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Slaughtered for their horns
Could a legal market for rhinoceros horn prevent poaching and protect an endangered species?
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy
Review: As perfect an adaptation of Le Carre's famous spy novel as you could possibly want.
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
Sinkhole opens up in rain-damaged road
THE rain may have stopped in Brisbane, but problems continue on the roads with a large "sinkhole" appearing on the northside.
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Cyclone Iggy moving away from WA coast
Tropical Cyclone Iggy is moving very slowly and is not expected to hit the Western Australian coast.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/topstories/article.aspx?id=712630&vId=3023889
Government to examine more super option
A new superannuation roundtable will examine ways to give Australians better access to their supers.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/businessnews/article.aspx?id=712651&vId=
Don't bank on mortgage rate cuts
Even if the RBA cuts interest rates this year as expected, banks won't follow suit with mortgages because the composition of their funding costs has changed dramatically. 27 Jan 2012 7:05 AM
Asian stocks down as US growth falls short
Regions bourses also hit by uncertainty on Greek debt crisis deal. 30 Jan 2012 5:12 PM
Sunday, January 29, 2012
A lover not a scammer
Looking for love online carries the risk of losing more than just your heart.
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
Struggling Sarkozy unveils new taxes
French President Nicolas Sarkozy has unveiled plans for new taxes he hopes will fix France's ailing economy.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/businessnews/article.aspx?id=712849&vId=3025316
Stay anonymous online
World famous hacker Jacob Appelbaum doesn't want anyone to know anything about you.
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
SCOREBOARD: Dollar drive
The Australian dollar pushed higher as general optimism on Europe lifted forex and commodities. 24 Jan 2012 7:41 AM
Zoo ups security to protect rare baby
A Qld zoo has boosted security around a rare monkey that has given birth over a year after being stolen.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/eco/article.aspx?id=710903&vId=
NSW foster mother wins 2012 Local Hero
Minister for Immigration and Citizenship. The Minister for Immigration and Citizenship, Chris Bowen MP, today congratulated Australia's 2012 Local Hero, foster mother Lynne Sawyers, of Darbys Falls in New South Wales. `It is a great honour to once again be involved in the Australian of the Year Awards, with my department a proud sponsor of Australia's Local Hero Award for the 10th year running,' Mr Bowen said.
Source: http://www.minister.immi.gov.au/media/cb/2012/cb182131.htm
The business of Government
Can Australian voters trust the Prime Minister after she decided to drop the pokies reform deal?
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
Olly Murs planning iconic Brits outfit
The 27-year-old singer Olly Murs wants to be an icon at the Brit Awards.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/showbiz/article.aspx?id=712457&vId=
Ex-Spice Girls don't talk about fashion
The 36-year-old singer Emma Bunton said she doesn't talk to Victoria Beckham about fashion.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/showbiz/article.aspx?id=712460&vId=
Night light candle may have killed boy
A CANDLE used as a night light may have sparked a deadly caravan fire that killed a five-year-old boy on the New South Wales mid-north coast.
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Albino trapdoor
An Australian farmer has caused an international stir with the accidental discovery of a new spider species.
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
Media Release: Two AFP members named in Australia Day Honours List - Australian Federal Police
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Saturday, January 28, 2012
Tuning out
The number of pedestrians killed or injured while wearing headphones has tripled in the past six years.
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
Extreme marriage
Tammy Clinch describes coming to terms with the news that her husband wanted to become a woman.
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
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Beth Ditto wants Madonna collaboration
The Gossip singer Beth Ditto wants to write for Madonna.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/showbiz/article.aspx?id=712455&vId=
Auto sector will continue to dwindle: Kennett
Swan defends car industry subsidies. 27 Jan 2012 3:56 PM
Review: Dell's XPS 15z laptop
A surprisingly strong all-rounder with plenty of power, style and battery life.
Source: http://www.itnews.com.au/Review/274579,review-dells-xps-15z-laptop.aspx
Press Release - IMF World Economic Outlook Update - January Update [25/01/2012]
The IMF has downgraded growth forecasts in its World Economic Outlook update released today, citing the European crisis and deteriorating financial conditions as causes of weaker global activity. The IMF expects global GDP to grow 3.3 per cent this year, down markedly from the 4.0 per cent predicted in September. Our net debt is projected to peak at 8.9 per cent of GDP in 2011-12 - far lower than all of the major advanced economies - before falling to 7.7 per cent of GDP in 2014-15.
Back in the game
If you've been inactive for a while, should you see a doctor before taking up exercise?
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
South Australia's newest citizens celebrate Australia Day
Minister for Immigration and Citizenship. The Minister for Immigration and Citizenship, Chris Bowen MP, today welcomed some 1200 new citizens from 76 countries as South Australia celebrates Australia Day. Across Australia, around 13 700 people from 144 countries are becoming Australian citizens in 365 ceremonies as part of Australia Day celebrations.
Source: http://www.minister.immi.gov.au/media/cb/2012/cb182119.htm
6.2 quake hits southern Mexico coast
A 6.2 magnitude earthquake struck near Mexico's southern coast on Saturday
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/eco/article.aspx?id=709942&vId=
Coasting on a NSW culinary adventure
A road trip through the mid north coast of NSW uncovers a region packed with delicacies, free range and otherwise, from a contingent of family businesses. 27 Jan 2012 6:02 PM
Friday, January 27, 2012
Geri Halliwell dresses for herself
Former Spice Girl, Geri Halliwell, has teamed up with British store Next to create a new range of clothing.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/showbiz/article.aspx?id=711638&vId=
Great wall of children
The National Museum is celebrating Chinese art with contemporary ink work by some little artists.
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
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Patchy performance
Nicotine patches and gum don't improve a smoker's chance of permanently kicking the habit.
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
Chance of NT cyclone as monsoon develops
A tropical cyclone could develop off the NT coast this week, with a severe weather warning already in place.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/eco/article.aspx?id=710726&vId=
Review: Apple's iPhone 4S
Extra grunt, a spruced up camera and the ability to talk back.
Source: http://www.itnews.com.au/Review/277371,review-apples-iphone-4s.aspx
Brad Pitt wants to marry Angelina Jolie
Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie have previously said they won't tie the knot until gay marriage was legal.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/showbiz/article.aspx?id=711823&vId=
Rainn Wilson for The Office spinoff?
NBC is reportedly planning a spinoff of 'The Office' featuring Rainn Wilson.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/showbiz/article.aspx?id=711824&vId=
EU chiefs stress the positive at Davos
Europe's financial chiefs have tried to soothe the fears of global chief execs at the World Economic Forum.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/businessnews/article.aspx?id=712104&vId=
Anti-whalers in blow-up with Japanese
Anti-whaling campaigners and the crew of a Japanese whaling ship have had a violent clash at sea.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/eco/article.aspx?id=710163&vId=
Europe eyes US free trade agreement
British PM David Cameron has given his support to the idea of a free trade deal between the EU and the US.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/businessnews/article.aspx?id=711851&vId=
Thursday, January 26, 2012
Bligh announces March 24 Queensland poll
Queensland Premier Anna Bligh has confirmed a state election will be held on March 24th.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/politics/article.aspx?id=711309&vId=3015385
Greenfields residents gain terabyte quotas
Internode aligns prices with NBN products, iiNet to follow.
Source: http://www.itnews.com.au/News/288122,greenfields-residents-gain-terabyte-quotas.aspx
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Colonial gossip
The long lost diary of James Bell reads more like a lurid airport novel than a dry historical document.
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
ACT's newest citizens celebrate Australia Day
Minister for Immigration and Citizenship. `Australia Day is a special time for all Australians, whether they are citizens by birth or by choice, to come together to celebrate our common bond,' Mr Bowen said. Australia Day is the most popular day of the year to become a citizen.
Source: http://www.minister.immi.gov.au/media/cb/2012/cb182092.htm
Increased Security at Melbourne Airport
Melbourne Airport will benefit from a boost to security through the Gillard Labor Government's $2.6 million Explosive Trace Detection (ETD) Program. The investment is part of the Government's $200 million Strengthening Aviation Security Initiative aimed at protecting Australia's domestic and international aviation security regime against emerging threats. The safety and security of Australians is the Government's highest priority.
Source: http://www.minister.infrastructure.gov.au/aa/releases/2012/january/aa007_2012.aspx
Aust stocks close flat
Local sharemarket pares gains as markets watch Greece debt talks. 24 Jan 2012 4:23 PM
Australian dollar spikes after CPI
Local unit buoyed after ABS data shows inflation unchanged. 25 Jan 2012 11:37 AM
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Sun shines on Australia Day celebrations
QUEENSLANDERS old and new were in fine form as they celebrated Australia Day in traditional - and not-so-traditional - events around the state.
Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/newscomauqldndm/~3/dmlbtyV3eSE/story-e6freoof-1226254800157
Wall Street mixed on Greek stalemate
Markets concerned about lack of Greek debt agreement. 25 Jan 2012 9:07 AM
Living the harbour life
Curious blue gropers and giant cuttlefish live in harmony with humans in Sydney Harbour.
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
Wednesday, January 25, 2012
Asia to power world economy: ADB
Bank expects region to remain global powerhouse. 26 Jan 2012 11:17 AM
Healthy habits
How do we maintain new habits as our New Year resolve starts to fade?
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
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The Rubbish Man
Homeless artist Trevor Jenkins creates roadside sculptures using rubbish and tree branches.
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
Thai squid and mango salad
This low-fat marinated squid salad with a zesty dressing is sure to be a crowd pleaser.
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
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Call to get tough on flood drivers
ONE man has been charged after driving through floodwaters at Burpengary as calls are made for careless drivers to have their cars confiscated.
Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/newscomauqldndm/~3/rNke9Yy6TdA/story-e6freoof-1226253932791
Healthy banks can pass on rate cuts: Swan
Banks will be expected to pass on any RBA cut. 25 Jan 2012 8:08 AM
Asian shares rise on Greece hopes
ASIAN markets rise after a strong earnings report from Apple and on hopes Greece will agree on a debt-reduction deal with creditors.
Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/newscomaubreakingndm/~3/snYBzdhYv7Y/story-e6frfku0-1226253842489
Will the RBA field an inflation curve ball?
Recent bank funding developments will make the Reserve Bank's rates decision more complex than usual if inflation falls in the top half of its target band. 25 Jan 2012 8:38 AM
Apple's resounding record results
While questions remain over Apple's future without out Steve Jobs, its December quarter results smashed records, and the tech giant doesn't look like giving up its advantage anytime soon. 25 Jan 2012 6:15 PM
Correspondence between Minister Bowen and Shadow Minister Morrison
Minister for Immigration and Citizenship. Tuesday, 24 January 2012. Correspondence between Chris Bowen - Minister for Immigration and Citizenship and Scott Morrison - Shadow Minister for Immigration and Citizenship.
Source: http://www.minister.immi.gov.au/media/cb/2012/cb182040.htm
Tuesday, January 24, 2012
Search resumes for missing boy
The search for an eight-year-old boy who is missing after swimming has resumed.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/topstories/article.aspx?id=711142&vId=3014252
Wonderful world of comics
Graphic novels are written in every genre, from funny picture books to ambitious literary adaptations.
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
Facing off against a jobs raid
In order to stop the fickle global capital markets game which is forcing Australian job losses, the Commonwealth should issue billions in new paper. 24 Jan 2012 7:18 AM
Brotherhood wins half of seats
The Muslim Brotherhood's party has won 47.18 per cent of seats in the Egyptian parliament.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/politics/article.aspx?id=709957&vId=3006795
Japan's changing menu
Whale meat is a Japanese icon, like the meat pie in Australia, but less and less people are eating it.
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
News Corp plans Spanish-language channel
News Corp is launching a Spanish-language network that aims to reach Hispanic audiences in the US.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/businessnews/article.aspx?id=710753&vId=3011842
Two more deaths at Melbourne beaches
IT has been another tragic day on Victoria's beaches with two elderly people dying in separate accidents on Port Phillip Bay.
Art in Cambodia
Oeur Sokuntevy is part of a small but growing Cambodian contemporary arts movement.
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
Orica restart delayed for several weeks
Orica says the restart of its ammonia plant near Newcastle has been put on hold for several weeks.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/businessnews/article.aspx?id=710851&vId=3012496
Australian dollar climbs in early trade
Local unit recovers from decline on disappointing jobs data. 20 Jan 2012 8:16 AM
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ALP conflict of interest- Xenophon
Nick Xenophon is concerned the Labor Party has a conflict of interest with the pokie machine trial in ACT.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/businessnews/article.aspx?id=710488&vId=
Monday, January 23, 2012
Hunger strike at detention centre
ALMOST half the asylum seekers at a Tasmanian detention centre are on a hunger strike, the Refugee Action Coalition says.
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Oil giant boosts stake in Qld LNG
Chinese oil giant Sinopec has increased its stake in a major liquefied natural gas project in Queensland.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/businessnews/article.aspx?id=710403&vId=
Gingrich is unelectable in US - Romney
Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney says rival Newt Gingrich in unelectable in the United States.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/topstories/article.aspx?id=710781&vId=
iiNet offers free wi-fi to Perth subscribers
Expansion planned for Western Australia.
Source: http://www.itnews.com.au/News/287897,iinet-offers-free-wi-fi-to-perth-subscribers.aspx
Australian dollar stronger at noon
Local currency despite more Greek debt worries. 23 Jan 2012 1:08 PM
iPhone 4S and iPad 2 gets a jailbreak
Hacking A5 no walk in the park.
Source: http://www.itnews.com.au/News/287832,iphone-4s-and-ipad-2-gets-a-jailbreak.aspx
Nuclear exhibition
Traditional owners from Muckaty Station hope a photographic exhibition will help to avoid a nuclear waste dump.
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
European stocks slide as Greek talks begin
Auditors arrive for talks about new bailout loan. 20 Jan 2012 12:37 PM
Appointment of Australian Ambassador to NATO, media release, 20 January 2012, Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs
Foreign Minister Kevin Rudd today announced that Dr Brendan Nelson will be Australia's first Ambassador to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). Dr Nelson is currently Australia's Ambassador to Belgium, Luxembourg and the European Union, and the Australian Government's representative to NATO, which is based in Brussels. He served as Minister for Defence, Minister for Education, Science and Training, and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Defence.
Source: http://www.foreignminister.gov.au/releases/2012/kr_mr_120120.html
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Two arrested as NZ Occupy protest moved
Police arrested two Occupy Auckland protestors after security guards moved in to end the Aotea Sq. protest.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/topstories/article.aspx?id=710351&vId=3009261
Sunday, January 22, 2012
Qld election unlikely before Feb 24: Bligh
Premier to wait for final independent report on last year's floods. 23 Jan 2012 12:55 PM
Review: Apple Mac Mini
Faster, cheaper and more tempting than before.
Source: http://www.itnews.com.au/Review/268100,review-apple-mac-mini.aspx
Australian dollar steady at noon
Local currency has quiet day after solid overnight session. 18 Jan 2012 1:35 PM
Bligh unveils details of Health reform
Qld Premier Anna Bligh has unveiled details of her govt's plan to abolish Qld Health.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/politics/article.aspx?id=709745&vId=
Yemeni president makes TV farewell
Yemen's outgoing President Ali Abdullah Saleh has left the country bound for the US for medical treatment.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/topstories/article.aspx?id=710216&vId=3008436
Iron woman
Defending champion Courtney Hancock has won the first two rounds of the 2011-12 IronWoman Series.
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
Arab League extends Syria mission
The Arab League's observer mission in Syria has been extended for an extra month.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/topstories/article.aspx?id=710178&vId=
McCartney in talks about Olympic role
Sir Paul McCartney is having talks today about a possible role in the London 2012 Olympics.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/showbiz/article.aspx?id=709552&vId=3004007
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Oscars season
Hollywood studios spend millions campaigning for their films to win Academy Awards.
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
Reitman hopes for 'jarring' reaction
Jason Reitman hopes audiences find his new movie, 'You Adult', jarring.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/showbiz/article.aspx?id=709780&vId=
Saturday, January 21, 2012
Riseborough to star in new Cruise movie
Andrea Riseborough has joined the cast of Tom Cruise's new movie.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/showbiz/article.aspx?id=709925&vId=
iPad art causes controversy in UK
British painter David Hockney's new exhibition will include a display of his iPad drawings.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/showbiz/article.aspx?id=709825&vId=
Russians communists rally over elections
Hundreds of communists have rallied in the Russian capital Moscow calling for free and fair elections.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/topstories/article.aspx?id=709909&vId=3006415
Emma Stone reveals beauty secret
'The Amazing Spider-Man' actress Emma Stone uses grapeseed oil instead of moisturiser.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/showbiz/article.aspx?id=709776&vId=
Wilkie against health means testing
Andrew Wilkie says he won't support Labor's plan to means test private health insurance.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/politics/article.aspx?id=709371&vId=3002923
Blanchett to leave Sydney Theatre Company
ACTRESS Cate Blanchett and playwright husband Andrew Upton are to relinquish their roles as co-artistic directors and CEOs of Sydney Theatre Company.
Why Be Happy...?
Jeanette Winterson's new book is described as an 'experiment in experience' rather than a memoir.
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
Steel City skating
Bar Beach Skate Park in Newcastle will host the first Australian Bowl-Riding Championship.
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
Six pandas amble towards freedom
Six pandas bred in captivity wandered into an enclosed nature preserve in their native central China.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/eco/article.aspx?id=706399&vId=
Living the harbour life
Curious blue gropers and giant cuttlefish live in harmony with humans in Sydney Harbour.
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
Friday, January 20, 2012
Treasurer wants LNP to forecast budget
LNP leader Campbell Newman has been challenged to nominate when he will Qld's budget back in surplus.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/politics/article.aspx?id=707843&vId=
European stocks slide as Greek talks begin
Auditors arrive for talks about new bailout loan. 20 Jan 2012 12:37 PM
Bank sector woes pressure Macquarie
Investment bank could miss full-year profit guidance. 20 Jan 2012 4:26 PM
Fudgy forest cake
A touch of pink colouring lends a new twist to a traditional forest cake.
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/