The off-duty British soldier hacked to death in broad daylight in London yesterday has been identified as a young father regarded by comrades as "popular and witty".
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Tributes flow for 'courageous' Hazel Hawke
12:30 AM |Former first lady Hazel Hawke has been described as gutsy, warm and free of airs and graces by people paying tribute to her after her death. -
Obama tackles drones, Guantanamo in speech
5:31 AM |In a major policy speech on Thursday, Obama said the United States faced a new threat from "diverse" terror franchises. -
Ford to cease manufacturing in Australia
2:30 AM |Two Victorian plants will close, ending Ford's manufacturing operations in Australia. -
'Biggest Loser' contestant taken to hospital
5:32 AM |A contestant on <i>The Biggest Loser</i> has been rushed to a Sydney hospital with heart problems after being filmed exercising for the TV show's finale.
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American tourists rescued after picnic on iceberg
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Grieving husband's first night alone in couple's home
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French Psy impersonator fools Cannes
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