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Australian dollar outlook - 28/4/2010

The AUD has taken a dive overnight following announcements from credit rating agency Standard and Poors in relation to their credit ratings for both Portugal and Greece.

ANU launches National Security College

Australia's first National Security College will begin activities in May after its official launch by the Prime Minister Kevin Rudd at The Australian National University on 24th April 2010.

Health experts baffled by flu shots’ reactions

The reason why a total of 55 young children in West Australia experienced febrile convulsions and a two year-old, Ashley Epapara found dead in her cot after receiving the seasonal flu vaccinations has left health experts perplexed but they hope to seek the root cause of the problem, by next week.

Brain of killer, Carl Williams, unlikely to reveal insights

According to researchers, the brain of notorious gangland killer Carl Williams which has been donated to science, may not likely offer any insight into his behaviour.

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Study: Ipods can damage your hearing

Researchers warned that by listening to your iPods and MP3 players at high volume for several hours a day may risk yourself of deafness in your later years.

Computers beat doctors at diagnosing child illnesses

A computerised diagnostic model developed by a group of specialists in Australia have shown to be more accurate than a doctor's clinical judgement.

International modeling arena a place of ‘sex, starvations, and drugs’

Young models in the international modeling arena are frequently pressured to starve themselves, offered to take drugs and exposed to seedy sex trade, says Tione Hawkin, Australian model.

Two year-old dies after flu vaccination

Two year-old Ashlee Epapara was found dead in her cot on April 9, the morning after she and her twin sister received the seasonal flu vaccination from their family GP in Brisbane.

Debate for horse vaccinations reached its end

Australia remains divided in the issue of horse vaccinations against the equine influenza.

Problem of Anorexia for male Australians

Young Australians, mostly males, resort to dangerous methods in order to lose some pounds.

Global brands face threat of rising China car quality

When Ric Hull first looked at launching Great Wall Motor pickup trucks in Australia last year, he considered rebranding them, worried their obvious Chinese origins would raise questions about their quality.

Flu vaccine under investigation after flu jab scare

Drug regulators are immediately investigating the flu vaccine used for children to check for its safety following the announcement by Australia's chief medical officer to halt immunization for children under five years of age.

Part-time working women have ‘healthiest children’, study reveals

According to a recent study, women who work part time have the healthiest children.

Study reveals swine flu affects Indigenous people hardest

Recent research reveals the Northern Territory's Indigenous population reported the highest hospital admission rates for swine flu across Australia.

U.S. delays China yuan probe in aluminum case

The U.S. Commerce Department on Wednesday delayed a decision on investigating whether China's currency practices are an illegal trade subsidy that justify imposing countervailing duties.

IMF nudges up world GDP view; fiscal fears mount

The global economy is recovering from recession more quickly than expected but rescue efforts have worsened public finances, and if not reined in, will lead to a debt explosion, the IMF said on Wednesday.

Processed meat consumption increases risk of ovarian cancer

According to new Australian study, women who eat a lot of processed meats like salami and hot dogs are at a higher risk of ovarian cancer.

New insights into colon cancer therapy

New study results of recent colon cancer research called 'A multilevel study of the determinants of area-level inequalities in colorectal cancer survival,' published in BMC Cancer may provide new insights on colon cancer therapy.

Apple says iPad 3G available on April 30

The high-speed mobile version of Apple Inc's iPad will hit store shelves on April 30, and international pricing for the tablet computer will be spelled out on May 10, the company said on Tuesday.

Lose six kilos, get health boost: report

Australia's obesity epidemic is at crisis point, say researchers who can now measure how losing just six kilograms results in a major health gain.

AstraZeneca drug shows promise in ovarian cancer

Olaparib, an experimental drug from AstraZeneca found to have shrank or stabilized tumors in around half of ovarian cancer patients with an inherited gene mutation in early-stage clinical tests.

Asian stocks rebound as earnings back in focus

Asian stocks rebounded on Tuesday, a day after suffering their biggest percentage fall in 10 weeks, as Citigroup's best results since 2007 raised investor optimism about earnings growth.

Asian stocks rebound, markets await earnings

Asian stocks rebounded on Tuesday, a day after suffering their biggest percentage fall in 10 weeks, as Citigroup's best results since 2007 raised investor optimism about corporate earnings and risk aversion receded.

Australians doubtful of healthy fast food

According to the Crosby/Textor poll of 800 people across Australia, only 24 per cent adults thought healthy food options were a genuine attempt by fast food outlets to improve the eating habits of customers.

Hepatitis C can be improved through new class of drug

According to new study led by a team of North American and European scientists, a new class of drugs called telaprevir which are protease inhibitors significantly improved cure rates and cut down treatment times in people suffering from hepatitis C.

Diabetes risk for Chinese-speaking Australians higher than English-speaking counterparts

According to the research led by the Aged Care Team at Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital, Chinese-speaking Australians may smoke and drink less than Australians of English-speaking backgrounds, but they are more likely to suffer from diabetes.