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Stories
UN envoy takes Colombo to task over rights violations
The United Nations Human Rights chief has hit out against Sri Lanka's government saying that the country is heading in an authoritarian direction.
Sri Lanka's response to UN envoy's criticism predictable, says NGO
Sri Lanka has hit back at UN rights chief Navi Pillay for "transgressing" her mandate, a day after she accused President Mahinda Rajapakse's regime of becoming increasingly authoritarian.
Taiwan boosts claim to Spratly islands
Taiwan says it's firmly in control of the disputed Spratly islands, but is willing to explore areas of cooperation with other claimants.
Poll figures dive as ALP launches official election campaign
Australia's Prime Minister Kevin Rudd is insisting that people should not be writing off his chances of being returned to office in next weekend's national election.
Main parties seek to muster overseas vote as Australian poll looms
As Australia enters the final week of its federal election campaign, the major parties are pitching for every last vote including from Australians abroad.
Asylum seekers say Australian authorities rejected help pleas
Asylum seekers who were left drifting aboard a stricken boat say the Australian Maritime Safety Authority accused them of lying about needing help.
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