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Thursday, February 24
Victoria News
Woman escapes sex attack attempt
12:17PM Amelia Harris A WOMAN kicked her way free after a man put a knife towards her throat during an attempted sexual assault in the Latrobe Valley.
Authority's $80m problem exposed
12:13PM Peter Hunt VICTORIA'S largest water authority has failed to plug an $80 million hole in its finances.
Men charged after assault, robbery
11:14AM Amelia Harris TWO men have been charged over a robbery at a train station.
Man jailed for raping, molesting kids
10:58AM AAP A VICTORIAN man who raped a four-year-old boy and molested his six-year-old sister has been jailed for more than 11 years.
Revved up to take on the world
10:24AM Kate Jones A YOUNG Victorian truck driver has become one of just six people worldwide to win a spot in the World Rally Championships Academy.
Cop bitten after confronting youths
6:56AM Amelia Harris A TEENAGER allegedly bit a policewoman twice on the arm in Victoria's northwest.
Thieves hold knife to man's throat
6:47AM Amelia Harris A BANDIT put a Stanley knife to the throat of a shop attendant during an armed robbery in Melbourne's outer east.
Car-truck smash causes major delays
6:40AM Amelia Harris, Jay Savage UPDATE 10.30am: PEAK-hour motorists have endured severe delays on the Western Ring Rd after a truck rolled and hit a car.
Man charged over stabbing death
12:30AM Amelia Harris, AAP UPDATE 8am: POLICE have charged a 56-year-old man with murder after a fatal stabbing in Melbourne's west last night.
High-profile lawyer in Nixon probe
Michael Warner UPDATE 6.10pm: RICKY Nixon's clients take a wait-and-see approach, as David Galbally QC is asked to investigate the scandal.
No cash for pool privacy curtains
John Masanauskas THE government has refused to help fund curtains at a pool so Muslim women can have privacy during exercise classes.
Friday footy set to remain on delay
Michael Warner FANS face another five years of delayed Friday night TV broadcasts, with Channel 7 refusing to sacrifice Better Homes & Gardens.
Rugby star caught in bar row
Fiona Byrne REBELS recruit Danny Cipriani allegedly helped himself to a bottle of alcohol in a nightclub just hours after his team's debut.
Once upon a time, baby read book
Elissa Doherty, family reporter WAR and Peace might be a big ask - but a love affair with books is now starting in the cradle.
Grieving parents warn on gas killer
Phillip Hudson EXCLUSIVE: THE parents of two boys killed by gas poisoning will spearhead a TV campaign to warn other parents.
National News
Second teen arrested over stabbing
6:58PM AAP A SECOND teenager has been arrested over the stabbing of a fellow student at a boys' high school in Sydney's west.
Businesses fear cost of carbon plan
6:55PM AAP WELFARE groups want guarantees new carbon pricing would not hurt households as businesses fear the changes will be a blow.
Flood volunteers visit Dreamworld
6:11PM THREE thousand flood and cyclone volunteers will enjoy a free day at Dreamworld and a personal thank you from Premier Anna Bligh on Saturday.
Pair fined for killing great white shark
6:01PM By The Advertiser TWO South Australian men who illegally killed a great white shark and sold its jaws and teeth were fined $15,000 today.
Aussie woman's narrow escape from Libya
5:40PM A BRISBANE woman is anxiously awaiting the arrival back in Australia of her mother who had a narrow escape from strife-torn Libya.
Lost Lotto ticket man wins first battle
5:00PM A MAN who says he misplaced a winning lottery ticket more than 10 years ago has won a preliminary skirmish in his battle to claim a $3.3 million prize.
Nixon - you 'need to be completely honest'
4:49PM By Byron Vale for Alpha Magazine RICKY Nixon gave advice to Alpha readers about how to manage a crisis. Now after a scandal of his own they see how he's stacking up.
PM's carbon tax a betrayal - Abbott
4:42PM By Malcolm Farr, National Political Editor THE introduction of a fixed cost for carbon pollution is "an utter betrayal of the Australian people".
Obsessed doctor jailed for raping dancer
1:31PM By Liza Kappelle AN exotic dancer was raped for refusing a doctor sex after he lavished her with gifts and paid for her breast enlargements.
Fears for Aussies as Libya crisis deepens
1:18PM THE federal government has concerns for two Australians in Libya who are believed to have been taken by authorities there.
Australians trapped in Libya
12:39PM Concerns for two Australians in Libya who are believed to have been taken by authorities, amid fears of thousands dead in the crisis.
Oakeshott a princess, says Nats senator
11:57AM ANOTHER Nationals MP has joined the attack against independent Rob Oakeshott by referring to him as a princess.
Carbon plan a betrayal - Abbott
11:46AM Phillip Hudson and AAP UPDATE 6.30pm: TONY Abbott brands Julia Gillard’s new carbon plan a “betrayal” that will increase family power bills by $300.
Man jailed for raping, molesting kids
11:08AM VICTORIAN man who "exploited in an appalling way" a four-year-old boy and his six-year-old sister jailed for more than 11 years.
The nation today - live with Malcolm Farr
11:02AM By Malcolm Farr, National Political Editor MAJOR announcement due on the environment today and more debate on the flood levy. Live updates with Malcolm Farr.
World
'My son's the victim of legal gang rape'
10:32PM By staff writers SHOCKING outburst by Julian Assange's mother after UK court orders his extradition to Sweden to face sexual assault charges.
Gaddafi: Drugs and Osama are to blame
8:23PM LIBYAN leader blames drugs and Al Qaeda for the uprising against his rule in a new speech as the country falls into terrified chaos.
Israeli jets hit Gaza after rocket atack
6:59PM ISRAELI jets bombed several sites in the Gaza Strip early Thursday in response to a rocket attack on a southern Israeli city, the military said.
Arms training is God's will, says Bashir
6:56PM INDONESIAN cleric Abu Bakar Bashir says Muslims have a religious duty to take up arms against non-believers, in his first defence against terrorism charges.
Bashir says arms training is God's will
6:26PM INDONESIAN cleric Abu Bakar Bashir says Muslims have a religious duty to take up arms against non-believers, in his first defence against terrorism charges.
Bali battling rabies, Legionnaire's outbreak
6:24PM From correspondents in Jakarta AN ongoing rabies outbreak in Bali has claimed the lives of another five people in recent days, taking the official death toll to more than 120.
Move to allow guns on US uni campuses
6:16PM By FOX Business in Austin, Texas STUDENTS and professors at Texas public universities may soon be able to carry guns on campus, Fox Business Network reported today.
Aussie woman's narrow escape from Libya
5:40PM A BRISBANE woman is anxiously awaiting the arrival back in Australia of her mother who had a narrow escape from strife-torn Libya.
Cop set ablaze by Athens mob
5:31PM John Hadoulis A POLICE officer has been set on fire by a frenzied mob protesting in central Athens during a massive riot against government spending cuts.
It's crazy ... you feel every aftershock'
5:22PM By Chris Foley HUNDEDS of people are crowding Christchurch's airport hoping to escape the war zone-like city.
Shanghai passes one-dog law
3:57PM SHANGHAI has adopted a one-dog policy, passing a law limiting homes to one canine each as it tries to curb the growing popularity of man's best friend in China's leading metropolis.
Tripoli residents fearful of being shot
3:54PM RESIDENTS of Libya's capital Tripoli say they are scared to venture out early today for fear of being shot by pro-government forces.
Christchurch death toll reaches 92 - Key
3:43PM THE death toll in quake-ravaged Christchurch has reached 92 and will rise further, New Zealand Prime Minister John Key says.
How Aussies can help quake victims
1:59PM By Helen Davidson AS Australians watch the tragedy in Christchurch unfold, here is a guide to how you can donate and help the victims rebuild their lives.
Fears for Aussies as Libya crisis deepens
1:18PM THE federal government has concerns for two Australians in Libya who are believed to have been taken by authorities there.
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Sport
Huss better, but not bitter
10:23PM Peter Badel in Nagpur MIKE Hussey has left selectors red-faced after revealing he will be back for WA 48 hours before the World Cup clash with Sri Lanka.
Bombers blitz Demons by 39 points
8:37PM Matt Windley ESSENDON coach James Hird has warned Bombers fans not to get too carried away despite his side recording another impressive win.
UFC stars answer your questions
7:45PM They sampled your questions and UFC stars Kenny Florian and Ryan Bader have responded. Read their answers here.
Deans predicts best World Cup yet
7:04PM AAP WALLABIES coach Robbie Deans believes this year's Rugby World Cup will be the best in the tournament's 24-year history.
'Bad boy' Ponting bats on
6:44PM Peter Badel AUSTRALIAN captain Ricky Ponting says his dressing-room outburst has been blown out of proportion.
Thorpe leaves for Middle East
6:26PM AAP IAN Thorpe says the identity of the coach who will hopefully take him through to the 2012 London Olympics is "no secret".
Riewoldt back to face Cats
5:47PM Al Paton NICK Riewoldt and Sam Gilbert will play their first pre-season matches on Saturday night. See all the NAB Cup and NAB challenge squads here.
Rischitelli feels sorry for Lions
4:15PM AAP GOLD Coast midfielder Michael Rischitelli has sympathy for his under siege former club Brisbane following the sacking of Brendan Fevola.
The greatest World Cup catch ever?
4:14PM Adrian Ballantyne FOUR years later, they're still fixing the man-sized divot at second slip.
Kerr pushes for Round 1
4:10PM AAP DANIEL Kerr is back in full training but the Eagles won't take any chances with their star midfielder.
Carmelo makes winning start in NY
4:00PM NewsCore CARMELO Anthony's first game as a Knick was a triumphant one, as the newly acquired superstar scored 27 points and pulled in 10 boards.
American Pie gets a taste
3:59PM Al Paton COLLINGWOOD'S US rookie Shae McNamara will be thrown in the deep end in the NAB Cup quarter-final against Sydney.
Greenwood blow for Kangas
3:35PM Ben Broad NORTH Melbourne has suffered a blow with news Levi Greenwood could miss the opening rounds of the year.
Swallow takes aim at panel
3:28PM Jackie Epstein NORTH Melbourne midfielder Andrew Swallow has aired his frustration with the match review panel on Twitter.
Olympic superstar returns to Melb
2:23PM OLYMPIC champion Asbel Kiprop will contest the 1500m at next week's grand prix meets in Melbourne and Sydney.
Entertainment
Fox on top with new crew
12:52PM Colin Vickery FOX FM has survived the departure of Hamish and Andy, posting strong figures in 2011’s first radio ratings survey.
Iron Maiden still has what it takes
10:05AM Mikey Cahill WHEN you're dealing Iron Maiden, you're dealing with fans who will love the show no matter what ... but it was still a damn good show.
George Negus now under the pump
Antonia Magee, Colin Vickery TIME could be running out for George Negus and his 2 1/2-hour nightly news extravaganza after the architect of the strategy was fired.
George Negus under the pump
Antonia Magee, Colin Vickery TIME could be running out for George Negus and his 2 1/2-hours of nightly news after the architect of the strategy was fired.
Business
Oil concerns weigh on share market
6:51PM THE stock market closed in the red for the fourth consecutive day today amid escalating tensions in Libya.
iiNet wins illegal download appeal
3:16PM UPDATE 4.39pm: A GROUP of movie studios headed by Village Roadshow has lost its appeal against a court ruling involving iiNet.
Centro restructures to reduce debt
12:01PM CENTRO Properties Group's underlying profit has plunged, and the company will restructure due to its debt burden.
Takeovers pay off for Toll
10:23AM TOLL Holdings increased first-half profit 53 per cent, benefitting from both internally generated growth and takeovers.
Fairfax reports 16pc profit rise
9:32AM FAIRFAX Media has reported a double-digit lift in first half net profit as the company's strategic plan begins to be implemented.
US stocks slump on oil price fears
8:36AM UPDATED Jonathan Cheng US stocks piled on a second session of steep losses today on concerns over rising oil prices and disappointing sales at Hewlett-Packard.
Media moguls are on the move
Terry McCrann MEDIA moguls, especially named Murdoch, are alive and well and dealing. This week, it's been a deal-a-day and there are two business days left!
Murdoch takes charge at Ten
Antonia Magee and Peter Taylor INVESTORS in the Ten Network are bracing for another tumultuous change in strategy after the abrupt dismissal of chief Grant Blackley.
Earthquake bill may hit $12bn
Felicity Williams THE Christchurch quake is shaping as one of the world's most damaging disasters, with losses estimated as high as $US12 billion.
GFC still taking its grim toll
Claire Heaney MORE than 10,000 businesses failed last year in the wake of the Global Financial Crisis. This represents a 23 per cent increase on 2009.
DJs suffers a beating at tills
Antonia Magee SOME of the gloss has come off upmarket retailer David Jones with its half-year revenues a victim of cautious consumer confidence.
Clean coal could be a winner
John Beveridge KOS Galtos is confident his company's technology could significantly reduce Victoria's carbon dioxide emissions.
Juggling act for RBA's Stevens
Terry McCrann THE dismal David Jones numbers backdrop the complexity of the world facing Reserve Bank governor Glenn Stevens.
Insurer Suncorp on the rebound
Alex Tilbury SUNCORP management has negotiated a series of "horrible disasters" to book a better-than-expected half-year result.
AGL holds breath on wind plans
James Paton
AGL Energy, which is building the southern hemisphere's largest wind farm, said it might hold back $US2 billion of additional projects.