| Parliamentary democracy 'catastrophe' for Russia, says Medvedev Russian President Dmitry Medvedev says parliamentary democracy would be catastrophic for the state, showing his suspicion of Western systems of government despite a drive to modervise the country. abc.net.au |
France to take final vote on full veil ban French lawmakers are taking a final vote on a bill banning face-covering veils in public spaces, although the constitutional court may yet strike down the measure before it comes into force. abc.net.au |
Murder accused withdraws bail bid A man charged with murdering another at an Aboriginal community in South Australia's far north has withdrawn a bail application. abc.net.au |
Car chase crash inquest set down for March An ACT coronial inquest into the deaths of four people after a police pursuit will be held in March next year. abc.net.au |
Pirates seize LPG tanker off Kenya A Greek-owned tanker with a German skipper and a crew of 16 has been seized by pirates off the coast of Kenya, officials said on Sunday. abc.net.au |