| Cabinet to be sworn in after late changes Prime Minister Julia Gillard has made two last-minute adjustments to her new ministry after facing criticism in the wake of Saturday's reshuffle. abc.net.au |
Afghan polls close after day of violence Voting in Afghanistan's parliamentary election has officially closed after a day marred by Taliban attacks across the country. abc.net.au |
Afghan peace council to offer concessions to Taliban Afghanistan's new peace council says it would be willing to make concessions to bring the Taliban to the negotiating table. abc.net.au |
Dutch aid worker kidnapped A Dutch aid worker has been kidnapped in north eastern Afghanistan. abc.net.au |
Babies bones broken at birth OBESE mothers and bigger newborns are increasing birth complications, with some babies' bones broken to deliver safely. heraldsun.com.au |