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New Iran president hails victory for 'moderation'
AFP, Published on 16/06/2013
» Iran's new President Hassan Rowhani on Sunday hailed his presidential election win as a victory over "extremism" as jubilant supporters took to the streets, pinning their hopes on an easing of Western sanctions.
50yrs ago, Tereshkova became first woman in space
AFP, Published on 16/06/2013
» On June 16, 1963, Valentina Tereshkova became the first woman to fly into space in a major propaganda coup for the Soviet Union.
Ireland rout Canada 40-14
AFP, Published on 16/06/2013
» An Ireland side depleted by the British and Irish Lions tour of Australia brought Canada to earth with a thud with a 40-14 Test triumph in Toronto.
Scandals overshadow T20 birthday celebrations
AFP, Published on 16/06/2013
» It was meant to be the saviour of cricket -- a quick-fire format spiced with cheerleaders and film-star glamour that would reverse a decline in attendance and draw in a new wave of middle-class fans.
France attack on Chinese students denounced online
AFP, Published on 16/06/2013
» China's Internet users reacted with outrage Sunday to reports of a racist assault on six Chinese students studying in France, while others denounced the victims as children of wealthy officials.
China to hold local leaders responsible for air quality
AFP, Published on 16/06/2013
» China has pledged to hold local government leaders responsible for improving air quality, officials said, after heavy smog across China earlier this year stoked social discontent.
Kimlin, Sio to bolster Brumbies against Lions
AFP, Published on 16/06/2013
» Wallaby squad members Peter Kimlin and Scott Sio will lift an under-strength ACT Brumbies for their tour match against the British and Irish Lions in Canberra this week.
Yingluck "not siding with red shirts"
Online Reporters, Published on 16/06/2013
» Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra is not taking sides with pro-government red shirts, Pheu Thai Party spokesman Prompong Nopparit said on Sunday.
RBS boss exit sparks questions over political strategy
AFP, Published on 16/06/2013
» The surprise departure of Royal Bank of Scotland boss Stephen Hester, reportedly at the request of the British government, has sparked questions about the strategy for the state-rescued lender, according to analysts.
Paille pots OT winner as Bruins knot finals
AFP, Published on 16/06/2013
» Daniel Paille scored at 13:48 of overtime to give the Boston Bruins a 2-1 win over the Chicago Blackhawks that knotted the NHL Stanley Cup finals at one game apiece.