Jailed gangland killer Carl Williams is mourning the death of his mother Barbara, who is believed to have taken her own life by overdosing on drugs.
US president-elect Barack Obama has announced plans to create 2.5 million new jobs as he forges ahead in his bid to shore up the flagging economy.
The British government is expected to slash Value Added Tax (VAT) in an attempt to lead the nation out of the financial doldrums.
Bondi boy Wes Carr has beaten shearer Luke Dickens to become the sixth Australian Idol.
Australian skipper Darren Lockyer admitted he spent the final ten minutes of the Rugby League World Cup final loss to NZ contemplating his last opportunity.
The family of a student who killed himself in front of a streaming internet webcam say they're furious that people didn't act faster to save him.
Federal health minister Nicola Roxon has accused some alcohol companies of undermining the government's anti-binge drinking message.