World Cup beckons, Fiji

Albert Vulivuli trains in France where he joined the Flying Fijians in camp
RISING New Zealand Fijian rugby star Savenaca Toakula has called on Flying Fijians new cap Albert James Vulivuli to play his heart out and be part of the World Cup squad in New Zealand next year.
A New Zealand sevens representative and Waikato outside centre, Toakula was among a number of well-wishers across the globe who sent words of support to the

Media cheers close relations

• NEW DELHI, AFP - The Indian media has hailed a new closeness between New Delhi and Washington, with US President Barack Obama's courtship of India seen as reflecting the country's rise to power.

Rivals agree to share

BAGHDAD, AFP - Iraq's political rivals have reached a breakthrough power-sharing deal in which Nuri al-Maliki, a Shi'ite, retains the premiership, exactly eight months after inconclusive elections.

14 dead in drone strikes

PESHAWAR, Pakistan, AP - Two US drone strikes killed 14 suspected militants in northwestern Pakistan yesterday, local intelligence officials said, in the latest attacks against al-Qaeda and Taliban militants seeking sanctuary in the region.

Obama renews calls to free Suu Kyi

MUMBAI, AFP - US President Barack Obama has called for the release of democracy icon Aung San Suu Kyi, criticising the first elections in Burma for 20 years as neither free nor fair.

"We renew our calls for the authorities to free Aung San Suu Kyi and all other political prisoners immediately and unconditionally," Obama said in a statement released in Mumbai.

Referendum on indigenes

CANBERRA, AAP - Prime Minister Julia Gillard says an expert panel will be set up to lead a national discussion on a referendum on recognising indigenous people in the Australian Constitution.

Burma counts votes

RANGOON, AFP - Burma counted ballots yesterday in its first vote in 20 years as western governments lashed out at the military-ruled nation for orchestrating an election that junta-backed parties look set to easily win.

Anti-nuclear activists holdup train

DANNENBERG, Germany, AFP - Anti-nuclear activists have abseiled over train tracks to block a cargo of nuclear waste from France as protesters stepped up preparations to halt the controversial cargo.

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• US and India to work closely on terrorism problem (AP)
• Republicans in charge take aim at health overhaul (AP)
• Gates, Obama urge repeal of military's gay ban (AP)
• 20 killed over weekend in Mexican border city (AP)
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Protest against G-20 in S Korea

Protesters denounce the G-20 Summit at a rally in Seoul, South Korea. Photo / AP
SEOUL - Thousands of people chanted anti-globalisation slogans in South Korea's capital to protest this week's Group of 20 summit.
Part of the crowd attempted to march down nearby streets but were stopped by riot police, who fired pepper spray.

Pompeii relics under threat

This house in the ancient Roman city of Pompeii, once used by gladiators in training, has collapsed. Photo / AP
This house in the ancient Roman city of Pompeii, once used by gladiators in training, has collapsed. Photo / AP Shrink
This house in the ancient Roman city of Pompeii, once used by gladiators in training, has collapsed. Photo / AP
A 2,000-year-old house in the Roman city of Pompeii has collapsed into rubble.And experts have warned

Charm offensive: Clinton down under

Secretary of State Hillary Clinton walks to lunch with Prime Minister Julia Gillard in Melbourne. Photo / AP
Australia and the United States are today expected to further tighten defence co-operation as part of a shift in focus to counter the rise of China and strengthen America's strategic position in the region.

Obama calls for India - Pakistan peace

Barack and Michelle Obama mark the Diwali festival at Holy Name High School in Mumbai. Photo / AP
Barack and Michelle Obama mark the Diwali festival at Holy Name High School in Mumbai. Photo / AP Shrink
Barack and Michelle Obama mark the Diwali festival at Holy Name High School in Mumbai. Photo / AP
Barack Obama has called on India and Pakistan to renew their efforts to find peace, even as he said Islamabad was not

Chilean miner completes another battle

Rescued Chilean miner Edison Pena, who jogged the tunnels while trapped underground, has completed the New York Marathon.He wore his trademark sunglasses during the race, just as he had when he emerged into the glare of the sunlight from the depths of the Copiapo mine last month.Finishing in an unofficial time of five hours and forty minutes, Pena crossed the finish line draped in a Chilean flag, his left knee strapped up and iced after an injury stop near the

Engine oil found 'where it shouldn't be'

Firefighters surround the Qantas passenger plane which made an emergency landing in Singapore. Photo / AP.
Firefighters surround the Qantas passenger plane which made an emergency landing in Singapore. Photo / AP. Shrink
Firefighters surround the Qantas passenger plane which made an emergency landing in Singapore. Photo / AP.
Qantas A380 jets will remain