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Supreme Court Rules Name of Alleged Child Abuse Victim can be Revealed
Mr Justice Peter Jackson makes landmark ruling on disclosure despite risks to physical and mental health.
Tech-Savvy Britons Lead World in E-Commerce Spending
Britain tops in e-commerce, mobile-data usage and viewing television over internet.
Microsoft Surface Reaches More Retailers as Production Increases
Microsoft has announced that it's Surface tablet will be available to buy from more retailers in the run-up to Christmas, as production of the device is increased.
Buggy Apple Maps Lands Australian Motorists in National Park, Gets a Bug-Fix
Apple finally fixes the Maps error as it lands Australian motorists in the wild, 40 miles off city limits.
BHP Billiton to Sell Stakes in Browse Project to PetroChina
BHP Billiton has agreed to sell its stakes in Browse gas export project in Australia to Chinese firm PetroChina
Nadal Raises Australia Open Hopes
Rafael Nadal looks set to feature at the 2013 Australia Open after confirming his participation in his first tournament in six months at the Mubadala World Tennis Championship in Abu Dhabi.
Lethal Bizzle: Dame Judi Dench Helped My Stay Dench Business
Rapper says Skyfall actress donning his hat sent street brand's sales soaring.
Etihad Airways to Buy Stake in India's Kingfisher Airlines
UAE's Etihad Airways will reportedly acquire 48% stake in struggling carrier Kingfisher.
Miss Universe 2012: Contestants Dazzle in Swimwear Photo Shoot [SLIDESHOW]
Miss Universe 2012 contestants took part in a swimwear photo shoot to compete at the 61st Annual Miss Universe 2012 pageant to be held on 19 December in Las Vegas.
Australia's Unemployment Rates See Surprise Drop in November
Australia's jobless rates drop to 5.2 percent in November, boosting sentiments after slowdown in economy.
India v England 3rd Test, Day 1: Tendulkar Hits Half-Century as Anderson Stars for Visitors
India finished the first day of the third and final Test against England at 273/7, after half centuries from opener Gautam Gambhir and veteran Sachin Tendulkar
World’s Oldest Dinosaur Was Size of Labrador and had Five Foot Tail
New discovery shows dinosaurs evolved up to 15 million years earlier than previously believed.
Australia's Economic Growth Eases on China Slow Down and Spending Cuts
The country's economic growth slows on a sequential as well as year-over-year basis in the third quarter contributed by government spending cuts and lower demand from China.
RFU Rejects Millenium Stadium Offer
Rugby Football Union chief executive Ian Ritchie has refuted suggestions England's World Cup 2015 pool match against Wales could be staged at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff.
Children Starting Swimming Earlier are Smarter - Griffith Institute for Educational Research
Getting kids into the pool at an early age could be beneficial for more than just the physical side of their growth, as recent medical studies have shown that children who start swimming at an early age tend to develop cognitive skills more quickly as well.
European Stocks Slip as US Concerns Offset Eurozone Hopes
European stocks have eased in early minutes of trading as concerns on the US 'fiscal cliff' negotiations overshadowed hopes of progress in the Eurozone.
Reserve Bank of Australia Slashes Interest Rate to 3%
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has cut its interest rate to 3 percent following slump in the mining sector and a strong currency.
Rugby World Cup 2015 Draw: England Drawn in Group of Death
England have been drawn with Australia and Wales in Pool A for the Rugby World Cup in 2015 on home soil.
Weather Warning: Australia on Verge of Fires as Britons Battle Arctic Temperatures
As Britain shivers in sub-zero temperatures, forecasters on the other side of the world are predicting record temperatures for Australia.
England 38-21 New Zealand: All Blacks Battered by Brilliant England
England shocked world champions New Zealand with three second half tries to claim a record-breaking win over the All Blacks at Twickenham.
World Aids Day 2012 Observed Around the World [PHOTOS]
Since the first cases of HIV/Aids were reported in 1981, the incurable disease has claimed more than 25 million lives.
Australia Introduces Plain Packaging for Cigarettes
Australia becomes the first country to implement a law to standardise cigarette packaging.
Farrell: Robshaw Still Fit To Lead England
Owen Farrell believes Chris Robshaw is still worthy of the captaincy for England, despite the skipper making a huge error against South Africa that could have cost his side the game.
US and Israel Dismayed As UN Votes to Recognise State of Palestine
General Assembly votes to grant Palestine non-member observer state status by 138 votes to 9.
Beckham Reveals Premier League Offers
David Beckham has been inundated with offers from the Premier League but claims his attachment with Manchester United could prevent a return to English football.
BHP Billiton Talks CEO Succession Amid Questions over Kloppers' Future
Shareholders say they are looking ‘inside and out’ for a CEO that understands the company, amid preparations for changes at the top
Rio Tinto Aims at $7bn in Cuts and Savings over Commodity Demand Fall
Rio Tinto announces cost-cutting initiatives to cope with decline in global demand and lower commodity prices.
Hore Escapes Eight-Week Ban After Davies Offence
New Zealand hooker Andrew Hore has avoided an eight-week ban for striking Wales' Bradley Davies
Lancaster Must Keep Faith With Robshaw
Stuart Lancaster should stick with Chris Robshaw as England captain despite a series of mistakes during the autumn internationals
Farrell: England Can Push The Best Sides In The World
Andy Farrell insists that England's rugby union side can overcome their disappointing recent losses, and offer a serious challenge to the All Blacks when the sides face off this Saturday.