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BHP chief sidesteps China criticism
The chief executive of the world's biggest miner and a major sponsor of the Beijing Olympics has refused to buy into criticism of China's human rights and freedom of speech record.
Miners lift local market
Investors have driven up the miners after a boost in commodity prices, but for the banks it has been a lacklustre session, after a poor performance on Wall Street overnight.
Police Minister interviewed in Commissioner investigation
Tasmania's Police Minister, Jim Cox, has revealed he has been interviewed by police as part of an investigation into the state's Police Commissioner, Jack Johnston.
Essendon draft Mark Johnson to retire from Dockers
In the AFL, Fremantle Dockers midfielder Mark Johnson is to retire at the end of the season.
Australian man critical after 11 days in Laos jungle
An Australian man who survived for 11 days' in a Laos jungle remains in a critical condition in a Bangkok hospital.
Pressure on China to shell out for Games broadcast rights
China is under pressure to make a bigger contribution to the cost of running future Olympic Games by substantially increasing the amount it pays for broadcast rights.
Benbrika trial jury retires to consider verdict
The jury in the trial of 12 men accused of forming a Melbourne-based terrorist cell has retired to consider its verdict.
Domino's profits up
There may be a global economic downturn but people still like to eat pizza.
Aussie Spirit guaranteed a medal after win over Canada
Australia's softballers are guaranteed at least a bronze medal after a 5-3 semi-final win over Canada this afternoon.
Govt won't commit to athlete funding increase
The Federal Government has refused to commit to a substantial increase in funding for Australian athletes in the lead-up to the 2012 London Olympics.

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