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Breakthrough sheds light on autism mystery
Scientists have discovered the first significant link between autism and DNA.
Taser accused 'good student'
The New Zealand medical student accused of attacking a pregnant woman with a Taser in the United States was a good student, say sources.
UN proposes Palmer to head Gaza inquiry
Former New Zealand prime minister Sir Geoffrey Palmer has been suggested to lead an inquiry into the raid on a Gaza-bound flotilla a week ago.
Governor slams BP CEO's 'idiotic' comments
Louisiana's governor has blasted BP's CEO for making "idiotic" statements about the Gulf of Mexico oil-slick.
Sacked bank worker: 'I can't help how I look'
A tall, curvaceous banker claims she was forced out of her job because male co-workers found her figure and clothes "too distracting".
Tobacco companies contest NY anti-smoking signs
New York - New York City anti-smoking signs depicting a decaying tooth, diseased lungs and a damaged brain violate cigarette vendors' free speech and should be removed, tobacco companies and retailers said in a lawsuit.
<i>Survivor</i> maker charged with wife's murder
The producer of two of America's top reality television programmes is facing extradition to Mexico after prosecutors filed charges accusing him of murdering his wife.
Tahoe: Big blue lake in the sky
Lake Tahoe offers mountain beauty paired with casino bustle, writes Pamela Wade.
Spill bigger than Exxon Valdez
BP says it has made progress in quelling the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico but the US says the leak rate may have been five times greater than feared.
A career good enough to eat (+recipe)
Food stylist Susan Spungen has taken her culinary wizardry all the way to the big screen, with delicious results.
Brittany Murphy's husband found dead at home
The husband of Brittany Murphy has been found dead at his LA home, five months after the Hollywood actress died.
Keeping Mum: Are you late?
Last year, 76 per cent of British adults surveyed said they thought it was appropriate to run advertisements offering help for those dealing with unplanned pregnancies.
Violent hurricanes could hamper oil clean-up
There are fears just one severe storm at sea could cripple operations to plug the crippled oil well in the Gulf of Mexico.
Anglicans divided by lesbian bishop
The Anglican Church is in turmoil after its North American branch pushed ahead with ordaining the church's first openly lesbian bishop.
Oil spill nearing Atlantic currents
Computer models show the black ooze in the Gulf of Mexico may have already entered a major current flowing towards Florida and the Atlantic Ocean.