September 7, 2015Nick O'Malley After being castigated in The New York Times for Australia's "brutal" treatment of asylum seekers, Tony Abbott has won support from a conservative American website.

September 7, 2015Lindsay Murdoch One of four refugees sent to Cambodia in a $55 million deal with Australia only three months ago wants to quit the impoverished nation. 

September 6, 2015Lindsay Murdoch The junta-stacked legislature prolongs the junta's rule after the draft constitution was widely criticised.

September 6, 2015 A New York City millionaire has bequeathed $100,000 to her pet cockatiels, with strict instructions they be fed popcorn and nuts.

September 6, 2015 The Herald's picture editors showcase the best images from around the globe.

September 6, 2015Nick Miller How big is the refugee problem on Europe's borders?

September 5, 2015David Maurice Smith Stopped from leaving Hungary by train, migrants put their faith in the buses they are in taking them somewhere more hospitable.

September 5, 2015Krisztina Than and Sandor Peto AUSTRIA says migrants will be granted entry, regardless of European Union rules.  

September 5, 2015Tom Allard As Australia prepares to enter the bombing campaign in Syria to combat Islamic State, the moderate Sunni fighters essential for success are being routed or won't support the US-led coalition.

September 5, 2015Nick Miller Pressure is building for an effective long-term solution to the devastating crisis.