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More than 1,000 Indian workers detained in Kuwait
At least 1,000 Indian workers have been detained by the authorities in Kuwait for allegedly…
Foxconn halts production at plant after mass brawl
Taiwan-based Foxconn Technology, a major supplier for Apple, has halted production at a plant in…
China protests: Toyota resumes Chinese operations
Toyota Motor has resumed all operations in China, after protests over a territorial dispute caused…
Iran test-fires missiles designed to hit warships
Iran has test-fired four missiles designed to hit warships during a drill near the strategic…
Irishman convicted after kicking politician for a bet
An Irishman who kicked an Australian politician for a bet has been convicted and fined.…
Congo allows firm to hunt for oil in Virunga park
KINSHASA, Congo (AP) — The Congo government authorizes the British firm SOCO to explore for oil in Virunga National Park in North…
Abbott’s defence plan: less manpower, more firepower
TONY ABBOTT would spend more on defence hardware partly paid for by cuts to defence…
Asian focus is vital for economy’s future, says Carr
The Foreign Minister, Bob Carr, has had to deliver a major speech on behalf of…
Corrie Sanders shot dead
The South African who knocked out Wladimir Klitschko has been shot dead in an apparent…