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The world today - August 26
Been too busy to catch up on the international news? Here are five world stories to help you feel like you learned something today.

Rich and famous (and royalty) set for Rugby World Cup
Prince William and Harry won't be here, but we might get one high profile royal couple and celebrities galore...

Thaw on tax a bright spot for PM
Chill off Gillard as refugee deal signed and carbon-levy approval edges up.

Crackland: a nation's journey to hell
Thousand of young Brazilians are living a bleak and dangerous life as the number of crack addicts soars.