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WORLD THROUGH A LENS

Best of The World - August 27th, 2011

A selection of some of the world’s most striking images.

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Barry Bonds to rebuild state

Small investors will be asked to help rebuild NSW by entrusting their savings and super to the government.

Gold is the new black

The Wallabies withstood an All Blacks fightback to end their decade-long Tri Nations title drought.

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Friendly fire

Anne Hathaway, the middle-class girl from New Jersey, is no stranger to relationship ups and downs.

DNA spray marks thieves

The next time crooks try and raid this store, they will be marked, and forensically linked to the scene of the crime.

On the plus side, they fit

They might have stolen the limelight at the Sydney Fashion Festival, but one observer wants the term discarded.

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Day Abbott bared his soul

Tony Abbott.

Tony Abbott begged crossbench MPs to make him prime minister, telling them: ''The only thing I wouldn't do is sell my arse."

Police swoop on suspected ice ring

A raid on a Haymarket apartment and two Perth properties allegedly uncovered drugs, cash and guns.

Hurricane forces 2.3m to flee

More than 1.8 million people from North Carolina to New York moved from the path of hurricane Irene.

Search for dictator and sons spreads

Muammar Gaddafi may have fled into neighbouring Algeria as rebel forces closed in on his home town.

Screws turned on loan sharks

Loan sharks who exploit vulnerable customers with exorbitant interest rates will be blocked by new laws.

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Commuters rail against rude, untidy workers

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ALICIA WOOD Sydney commuters have long railed against late running trains, but now their biggest complaint is how CityRail staff look and act.

Trivial incident likely trigger for shootings

Strike force to investigate girl's death

Cosy deal shot to pieces

Magistrate's plea for decision on job

Cat among poisoned pigeons

When birds started dying, students and teachers became alarmed.

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Chocolate war gets messy

Logan City Councillor Hajnal Ban.

ELLEN LUTTON People brave enough to venture out into the wet at Brisbane's South Bank yesterday found themselves caught in the crossfire of very abusive protesters.

Palmer's warning on gas dangers

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Elderly woman dies after being hit by car

Sica loses bid for judge-only trial

Searchers face complex task

The painstaking hunt bears little resemblance to TV crime shows.

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Coalition finds that it's not so easy being green

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FARRAH TOMAZIN In a speech to Parliament in November 2009, one year before he was elected Premier, Ted Baillieu strongly supported a carbon pollution reduction scheme.

Gillard and Baillieu clash over likely impact of carbon tax

Development in national parks ruled out

Pub to give robbers a DNA spray after string of hold-ups

Child carers seeking fair deal

Wendouree West - 'the ghetto'

Beyond the hardship is a community with a strong and beating heart

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New chief to 'ensure' national heritage listing

The West Kimberley.

The new chief executive officer of the Kimberley Land Council, Nolan Hunter, says his first task is to ensure national heritage listing for the region put traditional owners in a strong position.

Dangerous bacteria level warning for Upper Swan River

Maylands double 'killer' appears in court

Perth man not guilty of brawl murder

Yokine house blaze causes $100,000 in damage

Kevin Spratt denied bail

Spratt arrested on a string of charges, including threatening to kill.

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Both sides want Thomson to be treated gently

Craig Thomson.

JESSICA WRIGHT In a rare show of bipartisanship over the continuing Craig Thomson affair, both government and opposition MPs have asked that the embattled MP be shown empathy.

Gillard backs NRL star as racial adviser

Tropical fruit dream has gone sour

A cat among the poisoned pigeons

Things must be absurd: Pickering's back

Female-free zones at the top

Over half of our top-listed companies remain unequal at senior level.

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In 1971, Daniel Ellsberg, a leading Vietnam War strategist, concludes the war is based on decades of lies. He leaks 7,000 pages of top-secret documents to The New York Times, a daring act of conscience that leads directly to Watergate, President Nixon's resignation and the end of the Vietnam War.

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Eskimo Joe dropped by the Toff in Melbourne to play us a few songs.

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Search for dictator spreads

Gaddafi may have fled into Algeria as rebels closed in on his home town.

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Not much help in the grant scheme of things

Cash grab

SUSAN WELLINGS Government assistance and incentives may have a downside in the long term.

Cremorne's $7.5m cliff-hanger

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Capital city markets feel the frosty winter chill

Rental Rant Why can't we secure a home? 112

Steps back in the right direction

Moving the stairs created extra space in this inner-city terrace.

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Mad scramble to join gold rush

Fossickers and big companies alike are hastening to join the frenzy.

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Gillard not coming to the party on gay marriage

Michelle Grattan

MICHELLE GRATTAN If you're a gay person who wants to marry, don't get your hopes too high.

Heath Aston Ministers, your slips are showing

Peter FitzSimons Grave concerns for Kate

Paul Daley He who lives by the sword

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When I gave birth to my second son quite a few people felt sorry for me.

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How Steve will remain on the job

Apple CEO Steve Jobs, left, and COO Tim Cook.

ASHER MOSES New Apple CEO has assures his troops that he will be able to keep the magic alive as some pundits argue that Jobs will still be pulling the strings in the background as long as he's able.

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Russian rocket with supplies crashes on way to space station

Astronomers catch first glimpse of star being consumed by black hole

Mac moguls strike gold - again

Duo who licensed software to Apple strike gold again, selling for millions.

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Australia's newest airline changes direction

Future-proof ... Strategic Airlines says it has new procedures to help passengers during disruptions.

Australia's newest airline will rename itself and launch new international routes as it enters the no-frills market.

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View from the top floor

Opulence in two of the best hotel suites in Sydney and Melbourne.

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Middle class: Mondeo v Passat v Latitude

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MATT CAMPBELL Three sophisticated, Euro-flavoured mid-sizers are put to the test.

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Golden Wallabies conquer All Blacks

BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 27:  Corey Jane of the All Blacks is tackled during the Tri-Nations Bledisloe Cup match between the Australian Wallabies and the New Zealand All Blacks at Suncorp Stadium on August 27, 2011 in Brisbane, Australia.  (Photo by Cameron Spencer/Getty Images)

GREG GROWDEN An exasperating decade of being Tri Nations also-rans ended for the Wallabies when they showed off their arrogant side to win the silverware.

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League Sea Eagles, Storm set to pay dearly for wild brawl

AFL Inspired Swans stand tall for grieving teammate

A-League Od boys to reunite following Carle's glowing endorsement

Cricket Clarke racks up confidence as spinners earn mixed reviews

Drogba rushed to hospital

Chelsea star unconcious after sickly collision with goalkeeper.

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rage 5 am - 6 am

SBS ONE Queensland

WeatherWatch & Music 5 am - 6:35 am

Channel Seven Brisbane

Power Rangers R.P.M. 5:30 am - 6 am

Channel Nine Brisbane

Wesley Impact 5:33 am - 6 am

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Hour of Power 5 am - 6 am
Summary of what TV shows are on tonight
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ABC1 QLD

rage 6 am - 6:30 am

SBS ONE Queensland

WeatherWatch & Music 5 am - 6:35 am

Channel Seven Brisbane

Mickey Mouse Clubhouse 6 am - 6:30 am

Channel Nine Brisbane

ARL Schoolboy Cup 6 am - 7 am

Network TEN Brisbane

Mass for You at Home 6 am - 6:30 am
Summary of what TV shows are on tonight
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ABC1 QLD

Bindi, the Jungle Girl 6:59 am - 7:23 am

SBS ONE Queensland

Mandarin News Australia 6:35 am - 7 am

Channel Seven Brisbane

Phineas and Ferb 6:30 am - 7 am

Channel Nine Brisbane

ARL Schoolboy Cup 6 am - 7 am

Network TEN Brisbane

Hillsong 6:30 am - 7 am
Summary of what TV shows are on tonight
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ABC1 QLD

Jane and the Dragon 7:23 am - 7:47 am

SBS ONE Queensland

Hungarian News 7 am - 7:30 am

Channel Seven Brisbane

Weekend Sunrise 7 am - 10 am

Channel Nine Brisbane

Weekend Today 7 am - 10 am

Network TEN Brisbane

Totally Wild 7 am - 7:30 am
Summary of what TV shows are on tonight
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ABC1 QLD

Pink Panther and Pals 7:47 am - 8:10 am

SBS ONE Queensland

Latin American News 7:30 am - 8 am

Channel Seven Brisbane

Weekend Sunrise 7 am - 10 am

Channel Nine Brisbane

Weekend Today 7 am - 10 am

Network TEN Brisbane

Pearlie 7:30 am - 8 am
Summary of what TV shows are on tonight
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ABC1 QLD

Clang Invasion 8:10 am - 8:35 am

SBS ONE Queensland

Polish News 8 am - 8:30 am

Channel Seven Brisbane

Weekend Sunrise 7 am - 10 am

Channel Nine Brisbane

Weekend Today 7 am - 10 am

Network TEN Brisbane

Totally Australia 8 am - 9 am

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Case Sensitive, Friday, August 26

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ABC1 Victoria

rage 5 am - 6 am

SBS ONE Melbourne

WeatherWatch & Music 5 am - 6:35 am

Channel Seven Melbourne

Power Rangers R.P.M. 5:30 am - 6 am

Channel Nine Melbourne

Wesley Impact 5:33 am - 6 am

Network TEN Melbourne

Hour of Power 5 am - 6 am
Summary of what TV shows are on tonight
Channel TV show Time

ABC1 Victoria

rage 6 am - 6:30 am

SBS ONE Melbourne

WeatherWatch & Music 5 am - 6:35 am

Channel Seven Melbourne

Mickey Mouse Clubhouse 6 am - 6:30 am

Channel Nine Melbourne

Go, Diego, Go! 6 am - 6:30 am

Network TEN Melbourne

Mass for You at Home 6 am - 6:30 am
Summary of what TV shows are on tonight
Channel TV show Time

ABC1 Victoria

Bindi, the Jungle Girl 6:59 am - 7:23 am

SBS ONE Melbourne

Mandarin News Australia 6:35 am - 7 am

Channel Seven Melbourne

Phineas and Ferb 6:30 am - 7 am

Channel Nine Melbourne

Dora the Explorer 6:30 am - 7 am

Network TEN Melbourne

Hillsong 6:30 am - 7 am
Summary of what TV shows are on tonight
Channel TV show Time

ABC1 Victoria

Jane and the Dragon 7:23 am - 7:47 am

SBS ONE Melbourne

Hungarian News 7 am - 7:30 am

Channel Seven Melbourne

Weekend Sunrise 7 am - 10 am

Channel Nine Melbourne

Weekend Today 7 am - 10 am

Network TEN Melbourne

Totally Wild 7 am - 7:30 am
Summary of what TV shows are on tonight
Channel TV show Time

ABC1 Victoria

Pink Panther and Pals 7:47 am - 8:10 am

SBS ONE Melbourne

Latin American News 7:30 am - 8 am

Channel Seven Melbourne

Weekend Sunrise 7 am - 10 am

Channel Nine Melbourne

Weekend Today 7 am - 10 am

Network TEN Melbourne

Pearlie 7:30 am - 8 am
Summary of what TV shows are on tonight
Channel TV show Time

ABC1 Victoria

Clang Invasion 8:10 am - 8:35 am

SBS ONE Melbourne

Polish News 8 am - 8:30 am

Channel Seven Melbourne

Weekend Sunrise 7 am - 10 am

Channel Nine Melbourne

Weekend Today 7 am - 10 am

Network TEN Melbourne

Totally Australia 8 am - 9 am

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Get out and about and be treated to great music, dance and comedy.

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August 28 Western Australia’s largest community sporting event is suitable for everyone.

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SBS ONE WA

WeatherWatch Overnight 2 am - 5 am

Channel Seven Perth

Room for Improvement 3:15 am - 4 am

Channel Nine Perth

The Baron 2:45 am - 4 am

Network TEN Perth

Home Shopping 3:30 am - 4 am
Summary of what TV shows are on tonight
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ABC1 WA

rage 4 am - 5 am

SBS ONE WA

WeatherWatch Overnight 2 am - 5 am

Channel Seven Perth

Home Shopping 4 am - 4:30 am

Channel Nine Perth

Danoz 4 am - 4:30 am

Network TEN Perth

Bayless Conley 4 am - 4:30 am
Summary of what TV shows are on tonight
Channel TV show Time

ABC1 WA

rage 4 am - 5 am

SBS ONE WA

WeatherWatch Overnight 2 am - 5 am

Channel Seven Perth

Home Shopping 4:30 am - 5 am

Channel Nine Perth

Jesse Duplantis Ministries 4:30 am - 5 am

Network TEN Perth

It is Written 4:30 am - 5 am
Summary of what TV shows are on tonight
Channel TV show Time

ABC1 WA

rage 5 am - 6 am

SBS ONE WA

WeatherWatch & Music 5 am - 6:35 am

Channel Seven Perth

Power Rangers R.P.M. 5 am - 5:30 am

Channel Nine Perth

Life Today with James Robison 5 am - 5:30 am

Network TEN Perth

Hour of Power 5 am - 6 am
Summary of what TV shows are on tonight
Channel TV show Time

ABC1 WA

rage 5 am - 6 am

SBS ONE WA

WeatherWatch & Music 5 am - 6:35 am

Channel Seven Perth

Power Rangers R.P.M. 5:30 am - 6 am

Channel Nine Perth

Wesley Impact 5:30 am - 6 am

Network TEN Perth

Hour of Power 5 am - 6 am
Summary of what TV shows are on tonight
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ABC1 WA

rage 6 am - 6:30 am

SBS ONE WA

WeatherWatch & Music 5 am - 6:35 am

Channel Seven Perth

Mickey Mouse Clubhouse 6 am - 6:30 am

Channel Nine Perth

Riverview Live 6 am - 6:30 am

Network TEN Perth

Mass for You at Home 6 am - 6:30 am

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Dine with lions, Breakfast on Bondi,100-mile meals at festival.

Mural masterpiece

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Behind the I Have a Dream mural is a story of misfits and murder.

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Kevin James explains why he needs help from animals to find women.

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Case Sensitive, Friday, August 26

The excellent Olivia Williams stars as DS Charlie Zailer in this sinister and persuasive two-part cop drama.

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Summary of what TV shows are on tonight
Channel TV show Time

ABC1 NSW

rage 5 am - 6 am

SBS ONE Sydney

WeatherWatch & Music 5 am - 6:35 am

Channel Seven Sydney

Power Rangers R.P.M. 5:30 am - 6 am

Channel Nine Sydney

Wesley Impact 5:33 am - 6 am

Network TEN Sydney

Hour of Power 5 am - 6 am
Summary of what TV shows are on tonight
Channel TV show Time

ABC1 NSW

rage 6 am - 6:30 am

SBS ONE Sydney

WeatherWatch & Music 5 am - 6:35 am

Channel Seven Sydney

Mickey Mouse Clubhouse 6 am - 6:30 am

Channel Nine Sydney

ARL Schoolboy Cup 6 am - 7 am

Network TEN Sydney

Mass for You at Home 6 am - 6:30 am
Summary of what TV shows are on tonight
Channel TV show Time

ABC1 NSW

Bindi, the Jungle Girl 6:59 am - 7:23 am

SBS ONE Sydney

Mandarin News Australia 6:35 am - 7 am

Channel Seven Sydney

Phineas and Ferb 6:30 am - 7 am

Channel Nine Sydney

ARL Schoolboy Cup 6 am - 7 am

Network TEN Sydney

Hillsong 6:30 am - 7 am
Summary of what TV shows are on tonight
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ABC1 NSW

Jane and the Dragon 7:23 am - 7:47 am

SBS ONE Sydney

Hungarian News 7 am - 7:30 am

Channel Seven Sydney

Weekend Sunrise 7 am - 10 am

Channel Nine Sydney

Weekend Today 7 am - 10 am

Network TEN Sydney

Totally Wild 7 am - 7:30 am
Summary of what TV shows are on tonight
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ABC1 NSW

Pink Panther and Pals 7:47 am - 8:10 am

SBS ONE Sydney

Latin American News 7:30 am - 8 am

Channel Seven Sydney

Weekend Sunrise 7 am - 10 am

Channel Nine Sydney

Weekend Today 7 am - 10 am

Network TEN Sydney

Pearlie 7:30 am - 8 am
Summary of what TV shows are on tonight
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ABC1 NSW

Clang Invasion 8:10 am - 8:35 am

SBS ONE Sydney

Polish News 8 am - 8:30 am

Channel Seven Sydney

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Weekend Today 7 am - 10 am

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Totally Australia 8 am - 9 am

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Celebrity red carpet watch

Parties, premieres and events: where the stars have been seen this week.

Trial by fire

Kate Winslet on Branson fire ordeal

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"I will never forget Richard placing his arms around both my children..."

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Style tips

Secrets of a celebrity stylist

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Why Victoria Beckham is the plus-sized woman's best friend.

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Pink passion

Wedding of the week

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From the dresses to the flowers, Heather made everything herself.

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From cheap to chic, cool to useful, there's a gift idea for every dad.

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Who's afraid of the big, bad cat?

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The conversation turns from knickers to what lies beneath.

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TV ratings

Terrible week for Ten

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Ten network has had a week to forget as viewers forgot them.

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Interview: Paul Capsis

Too wog. Too gay. Too short.

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'They would look me in the eye and say, 'There's no roles for wogs'.'

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A Jack Russell terrier guides new owner through love and loss.

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Olivia Wilde may have the career, but one aspect of life is still daunting.

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Live Aid was a 'mistake'

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Chopper-gate storm in teacup

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Give Sucker Punch another chance

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Five out of five women think Sucker Punch deserves a re-watch.

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Horrible Bosses is definitely adults only, but will have them in hysterics.

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Cars of Pebble Beach

Classic cars take centre stage at the annual celebration of the automobile at Pebble Beach's Concours d'Elegance.

Wonder women

Gaga more powerful than Beyonce

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Forbes names this year's most powerful women.

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Naked feet

Adidas launches 'barefoot' shoe

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Company unveils its first line of "barefoot" training shoes.

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Woman claims world title at mobile phone throwing championship.

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