CSIRO fights sinking interest in maths
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The CSIRO says it hopes to tackle the deterioration of mathematics in Australian education.
New laws target Anzac gatecrashers
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The Victorian Government has introduced new laws designed to stop drunk people interfering with Anzac Day dawn services.
Russia to build 12 reactors in India
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Russian officials say they will build at least 12 nuclear reactors for power stations in India, as prime minister Vladimir Putin visited India to reaffirm decades-old ties.
Service to be held for Indian toddler
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A memorial service is to be held today for a three-year-old Indian boy whose body was found on a roadside more than a week ago.
Strikes inevitable as BA talks break down
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British Airways says it will try to run as many services as possible despite two strikes planned by cabin crew.
Aussie beach to be listed as top surf spot
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An iconic Australian beach will be made one of the world's first ever "surfing reserves".
World considers resuming ivory trade
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Two African nations have proposed to down-list local populations of elephants to allow new stockpile sales of ivory.
Euthanasia advocate Nitschke allowed into UK
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Voluntary euthanasia advocate Philip Nitschke has been allowed to enter the UK after being held up at a Parisian transit stop by customs officials.
Obama to delay Australia trip
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United States officials say president Barack Obama's trip to Australia will now be brisk and he will not be bringing his family.
Euthanasia advocate Nitschke detained in Paris
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Euthanasia advocate Dr Philip Nitschke says he is being held at a transit station in Paris, while British Customs officials decide whether to let him into the UK.
Lisch leads Wildcats to fifth title
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Perth became the most successful franchise in NBL history on Friday night as Kevin Lisch shot the Wildcats to a 96-72 game three victory over Wollongong at "The Jungle".
Israel seals off West Bank amid heightened tension
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Israel has sealed off the West Bank amid tension over controversial plans to build new homes for Jewish settlers and fears of violence.
Broncos escape resurgent Cowboys
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Denan Kemp's late try helped Brisbane avoid a shock come-from-behind defeat at North Queensland's hands, the home side winning 30-24 in forgettable fashion at Lang Park on Friday night.
Clarke and Bingle break up
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Michael Clarke and Lara Bingle have officially terminated their engagement.
Dragons put favourites in their place
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St George Illawarra has handed NRL premiership favourite Parramatta an early wake-up call, the Dragons prevailing 18-12 to commence the new season at Parramatta Stadium on Friday night.
HIV-positive author attacks China ban
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China's refusal to allow an HIV-positive Australian author to enter the country has led to calls for the Beijing Government to change the law.
Minister condemns newspaper's terror stunt
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New Zealand Police Minister Judith Collins has slammed a stunt in which a newspaper sent people masquerading as terrorists with fake bombs to Super 14 rugby games as "unbelievably stupid".
Protesters clog Bangkok's main streets
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Thousands of supporters of Thailand's ousted prime minister, Thaksin Shinawatra, have begun three days of protests in Bangkok, shutting down a major road outside Siam Square.
UN changes may see detainees sent home
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The UN is looking at changing its international protection guidelines for Sri Lankan and Afghan asylum seekers.
Pakistan blasts kill 45
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Twin suicide attacks have targeted the Pakistani military, killing 45 people in the second attack to hit the country's cultural capital, Lahore.
Saints and Lovett still at loggerheads
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St Kilda says a mediation process with sacked midfielder Andrew Lovett could not reach a resolution.
Australia won't back tuna trade ban
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Despite a collapse of world tuna stocks, the Government won't support a global ban on the trade of the northern variety of the species.
'Predatory culture' on HMAS Success
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Inquiry hears a predatory culture existed on the Navy ship HMAS Success, with female sailors being bullied into having sex.
Market finishes marginally higher
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The Australian share market finished flat on Friday, after initially making gains on a positive lead from Wall Street overnight.
Teen employee 'punched, bound and burned'
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Police allege a man and woman punched, bound, burned and threatened to kill a teenage employee.
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