05.43 pm, Monday May 21 2012
Thousands witness 'ring of fire' over Pacific Ocean as moon covers sun
Also today
The NSW teen, who together with a friend used an axe to kill 17-year-old boy, told a court he was 'just doing what his family does'.
Craig Thomson. (AAP)
Federal MP Craig Thomson wept while describing the pressure his family has received over allegations he misused union funds.
A Melbourne anaesthetist allegedly infected 56 women with hepatitis C after using syringes on himself.
A couple and their insurer must pay $55,000 after an elderly aunt fell over while visiting their house.

Vote
  • More
Search video:

Thomson in tears in address to parliament

By Paul Osborne, Senior Political Writer | Monday May 21 2012 1:36PM AEST

Federal MP Craig Thomson was in tears during a scathing attack on the media, authorities and union officials.

Bride's big day marred by Occupy protest

By Henri Paget, ninemsn | Monday May 21 2012 10:00AM AESTBride's big day marred by Occupy protesttitle

A US couple's big day was thrown into disarray when they emerged from church and were confronted with a massive crowd of Occupy Wall Street protesters.

Elders returns to profit in first half

Monday May 21 2012 3:57PM AEST

The $40.5 million profit for the first six months of Elders' fiscal year included a $34.4 million gain from one-off items.

Market movers
 

Latest news

New article 21 mins ago
May 21 2012 5:22PM
New article 21 mins ago
May 21 2012 5:22PM
New article 23 mins ago
May 21 2012 5:20PM
New article 25 mins ago
May 21 2012 5:18PM
New article 25 mins ago
May 21 2012 5:18PM
New video 31 mins ago
May 21 2012 5:12PM

advertisement

Most popular

 Thomson weeps during parliament speechFederal MP Craig Thomson says he, his family and staff have received death threats after allegations he misused union funds.
 Family speak of pain over Belanglo murderRelatives of the teenager who was murdered in Belanglo State Forest by a relative of Ivan Milat and another male teenager have told a judge of their pain.
 Aunt wins $55k over gumnut slipA couple and their insurer have been ordered to pay an elderly relative $55,000 after she slipped on a gumnut while visiting their house.
 Bride's big day marred by Occupy protest

A US couple's big day was thrown into disarray when they emerged from church and were confronted with a massive crowd of Occupy Wall Street protesters.

 Mauboy 'verges on wardrobe malfunction'Australian singer and actress Jessica Mauboy has been singled out by the US press for wearing a "seriously dangerous dress" at the Cannes Film Festival.
 Hep C doctor used syringes: Vic prosecutorA doctor is facing a committal hearing after he allegedly infected 56 women with hepatitis C at a Melbourne abortion clinic.
 Jackson 'gobsmacked' by Thomson addressHSU national secretary Kathy Jackson says Craig Thomson's address to parliament was "pathetic" and has denied allegations of receiving union perks.
 Man guilty of murdering 12-year-old girlA man will be sentenced later this month over the murder of a 12 year old girl, after a NSW Supreme Court jury found him guilty of the crime.
 Cannibals executed in North KoreaAt least three people in North Korea have been convicted and executed for cannibalism in recent years, according to a new report.
 Victorian woman charged over baby's deathPolice have charged a Melbourne woman over the death of a 10-month-old baby last year.

The Flock

You need the latest version of Flash Player.
Enjoy the most vivid content on the web
Watch video without extra features
Interact with applications on your favourite sites
Upgrade now
You need the latest version of Flash Player.
Enjoy the most vivid content on the web
Watch video without extra features
Interact with applications on your favourite sites
Upgrade now
viral vacuum
viral vacuum
Cabbie's wet fall into broken roadCabbie's wet fall into broken roadA taxi driver in Russia had an embarrassing slip when he fell into a collapsed road and into a huge puddle on national... Nervous dog needs paw heldNervous dog needs paw heldThis Siberian husky gets so nervous in the car that she insists on holding her owner's hand while he drives.Some dogs love to... House cat and bobcat 'high five'House cat and bobcat 'high five'One is wild and the other a tame house cat but that didn't stop the two from desperately trying to make friends. Arizona pet...
 

Your say

Elephants could battle pests in AustraliaIn response to the above comment by 'nessa', the Australian outback is more than capable of providing habitat for elephants, are you forgetting Austra...6 comments so far: Have your say Dog's licks save owner's lifemy grandma fell along the side of the house a few years ago on a drizzly day she tore her clothes and was unable to get up as had badly broken her leg...13 comments so far: Have your say
 

Our other sites

TODAY
TODAY catch-up
Not an early riser? Catch up on the best bits from the TODAY show team, including hot topics, guest celebrity chefs, live music and daily competitions.

Watch ACA live
Catch up on everything A Current Affair, from celebrities to major investigations and money-savers. Watch the show here live every night or have your say.

London Calling
Six months to go! Check out our new Olympic preview site for all the latest updates from London and our Aussie gold medal hopefuls.
60 Minutes
60 Minutes extras
View exclusive extras from the 60 Minutes team as they travel the globe covering the world's biggest stories. Read blogs, view photo galleries and join the live chats.

page complete