Reuters – The U.S. Supreme Court ruled on Monday that New Haven, Connecticut, discriminated against a mostly white group of firefighters who were denied promotions, overturning a decision by high court nominee Sonia Sotomayor. more…
Lebanon gets new PM, seeks national unity
June 28, 2009 By Leave a Comment
BEIRUT (Reuters) – Lebanon’s parliamentary majority leader Saad al-Hariri was appointed prime minister-designate on Saturday, pledging to seek a national unity government but warning that his task would be difficult.
US announces shift in Afghanistan drug policy (AP)
June 28, 2009 By Leave a Comment
AP – The United States has announced a new drug policy for opium-rich Afghanistan, saying it was phasing out funding for eradication programs while significantly increasing its funding for alternate crop and drug interdiction efforts.
Obama implores Senate to pass climate bill (AP)
June 27, 2009 By Leave a Comment
AP – Hours after the House passed landmark legislation meant to curb greenhouse gas emissions and create an energy-efficient economy, President Barack Obama on Saturday urged senators to show courage and follow suit.
Audience favourite voted off MasterChef
June 26, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Justine Schofield has been eliminated from Masterchef and her fans aren’t happy. more…
Audience favourite voted off MasterChef
June 26, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Justine Schofield has been eliminated from Masterchef and her fans aren’t happy. more…
More to Love? Oscars to Nominate 10 Top Films
June 25, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Academy announces it’s doubling number of best picture nominees from 5 to 10. more…
Myles isolated from teammates
June 24, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Hard-hitting Queensland forward Nate Myles has been struck down by a stomach virus on the eve of the State of Origin. more…
Newcomers dominate APRA awards
June 24, 2009 By Leave a Comment
AN indigenous musician, a band with rockabilly roots and an electronic songwriting duo are among a record number of first-time winners to take out gongs at one of Australian music’s biggest awards nights. more…
Myles isolated from teammates
June 23, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Hard-hitting Queensland forward Nate Myles has been struck down by a stomach virus on the eve of the State of Origin. more…