Thursday, February 20, 2003
Italy remain unchanged for Ireland clash
Italy coach John Kirwan has named the same starting line-up that beat Wales last weekend to face Ireland in their next Six Nations match at Rome's Stadio Flaminio on Saturday. [MORE]
Pollock denies split in Proteas' camp
Captain Shaun Pollock dismissed reports of a split in the South African World Cup squad on Thursday and told his critics not to compare him to late skipper Hansie Cronje. [MORE]
Arsenal poised to swoop on Beckham: report
Arsenal are reported to be ready to splash out 30 million pounds ($AU80 million) to snatch England captain David Beckham from English Premiership rivals Manchester United. The London Evening Standard said the London-born Beckham could be tempted south after his dressing room bust-up with Old Trafford boss Sir Alex Ferguson. The paper reported club sources as saying money would be made available to manager Arsene Wenger despite the 300 million pound ($AU804 million) investment in a new Arsenal stadium over the next two years.[MORE]
Tourism industry must be protected from Iraq conflict: Opp
The Federal Opposition has called on the Government to protect the tourism and airline industries from the impact of a possible war in Iraq.[MORE]
US to take no WTO action against Europe over GE crops
The US has decided against taking the European Union to the World Trade Organisation over its refusal to accept genetically modified crops.[MORE]
Ferguson hails Beckham in United's victory
David Beckham's inspirational display during Manchester United's 2-1 victory over Juventus was proof that, despite the trials of the last few days, he remains a cut above the average Champions League performer. [MORE]
PM defends criticism of anti-war protesters
The Prime Minister has defended his claim that anti-war protesters have provided comfort to Saddam Hussein.[MORE]
Ellis, Webb well placed in Ladies Masters
Frenchwoman Patricia Meunier Lebouc is maintaining a one-shot lead at 6-under in the Ladies Masters tournament on the Gold Coast. She leads by a shot from England's Laura Davies and Australia's Michelle Ellis who are at 5-under.[MORE]
US invited to talks with Burmese military junta
Burma's ruling military junta has invited the United States to talks on the country's political future.[MORE]
15 dead in rebel bombing, raid: Philippines army
The Philippine army said a Muslim rebel was killed while planting a bomb in a crowded market after guerrillas killed 14 villagers in another area of the southern island of Mindanao. [MORE]
Investigations underway into Qantas skid
Three investigations are underway in to incident at the Darwin airport last night where a Qantas plane skidded off the runway. [MORE]
Woman faces court over child prostitution
A 42-year-old woman is on trial in the District Court in Perth accused of allowing a 13-year-old girl to work as a prostitute.[MORE]
Melbourne man receives massive compo payout after fall
A Melbourne man has received what his lawyers say is one of the largest compensation payments awarded for a workplace injury in Victoria.[MORE]
Pumping continues at Richmond after flooding
Three Metropolitan Fire Service (MFS) trucks are pumping thousands of litres of water from away from homes at Richmond in Adelaide's west, where blocked stormwater drains have caused serious flooding.[MORE]
More teachers are at danger from students: union
The Australian Education Union in Tasmania says the number of students who pose a threat to their teachers is growing and they are getting younger.[MORE]
War with Iraq could cost $120bn: economists
Two of Australia's most prominent economists say it could cost Australia's economy up to $120 billion to follow the United States into a war with Iraq.[MORE]
Stone to stay on as Federal Liberal president
The Federal president of the Liberal Party, Shane Stone, has decided to stay on for another term.[MORE]
School to reopen after paint fume scare
A primary school evacuated today because of paint fumes will re-open tomorrow morning.[MORE]
Pakistani air force chief killed in air crash
An air force plane carrying the commander of the Pakistan air force and 17 other military officers has crashed in the north of the country, killing all on board.[MORE]
Tension increases after fighter strays into Sth Korean airspace
Tensions on the Korean peninsula have increased a notch after a North Korean fighter jet briefly entered South Korean airspace.[MORE]
War talk takes toll on All Ords
The brief rally earlier in the week on the Australian share market was wiped out today, as the renewed threat of war takes its toll on investors.[MORE]
One Nation pre-selection hearing continues in NSW
The Supreme Court in Sydney is grappling with the issue of whether One Nation in New South Wales is two bodies with one head or a single incorporated entity.[MORE]
Turkey still undecided over US aid for Gulf attack
Turkey has thrown the planned two-pronged American-led invasion of Iraq into doubt by delaying a decision on whether to allow US troops onto its soil.[MORE]
Protocols were followed in immigration raids: Ruddock
The Federal Government has defended an early morning raid on a Port Melbourne building site by the Department of Immigration.[MORE]
Lawyers to review case before any ESSO appeal
Lawyers acting on behalf of thousands of gas consumers who lost a multi-million dollar class action against energy giant ESSO, say they will review the court's decision before considering an appeal.[MORE]
