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Search continues as Brazil landslides kill 63 »
The search continues for more bodies from an avalanche of mud and rock that buried a luxury Brazilian hotel filled with new year’s revellers, as the death toll from heavy rains in the country’s south rose to 63.
US baulks at Iran’s nuclear demand »
White House tells Iran that it is ‘’standing in its own way” by imposing ultimatum on world powers.
Positions must be open to ex-Taliban, says general »
British general in charge of new NATO unit seeking to reintegrate former insurgents expects to see Taliban commanders take senior positions within Afghan Government.
Yemen fertile ground to breed terrorists »
US intelligence officials say Yemen’s strategic location, lawlessness and instability may make it an even more problematic battleground than Pakistan or Afghanistan.
Japanese officials play matchmaker »
With Japan’s population falling by 75,000 in 2009, local governments in Japan enthusiastically pitch in to help people find spouses.
US, Britain close Yemen embassies over Al-Qaeda threats »
The US and British embassies in Yemen closed on Sunday amid threats from a local branch of Al-Qaeda, after Washington and Britain vowed to help the impoverished country in its fight against extremism.
National Australia Bank gears up for takeover of Britain’s Northern Rock »
Local lender reportedly holding talks with potential advisors on deal to acquire British bank. 4 Jan 2010 8:28 AM
Closing on a difficult year »
US shares closed slightly weaker on Thursday, ending a year in which the S&P 500 recovered by 23.5 per cent. 4 Jan 2010 8:18 AM
Aust shares receive mixed leads »
Resources stocks expected to gain on higher metals, oil prices. 4 Jan 2010 8:00 AM
Jackgreen unlikely to repay debts »
Administrators say failed power retailer will not be able to repay unsecured creditors, report says. 4 Jan 2010 7:38 AM