French rally to show support for Iran stoning mother
Around 1000 people rallied in Paris on Sunday to show support for Iranian mother-of-two Sakineh Mohammadi-Ashtiani who is facing execution by stoning. abc.net.au |
Residents win Milbi Hostel court battle
The Planning and Environment Court has upheld an appeal by Etna Creek residents against the Milbi hostel north of Rockhampton in central Queensland. abc.net.au |
7 million still lack shelter after Pakistan floods
At least seven million people are still without shelter in Pakistan nearly three months after catastrophic floods devastated huge parts of the country, the United Nations has said. abc.net.au |
Indigenous community signs housing deal
The Aboriginal community of Yandeyarra has become the first in Western Australia to sign a housing management agreement with the State Government. abc.net.au |
US, China meet to ease currency tensions
US treasury secretary Timothy Geithner has met the Chinese vice premier, Wang Qishan, at a time of tension between their countries over the value of China's currency, the yuan. abc.net.au |