Toyota recalls 437,000 Priuses, hybrids globally
(AP)
AP - Toyota says it is recalling about 437,000 Prius and other hybrid vehicles worldwide to fix brake problems — the latest in a string of embarrassing safety lapses at the world's largest automaker.
Iran to stop enrichment if given nuclear fuel (AP)
AP - The head of the Iran's atomic agency said Iran would not enrich uranium to a higher level if the West provides the fuel it needs for the Tehran research reactor.
Barclays boss defends big banking
The chief executive of Barclays, John Varley, defends the role of big banks in the global financial system.
197 people charged with murder
A FORMER ally of Philippine President Gloria Arroyo and 196 other people have just been charged with murder over an election-linked massacre.
Tourist's texts to Greece save him in New Zealand
(Reuters)
Reuters - A tourist who got lost on a New Zealand mountain was rescued after sending text messages to his family in Greece, newspapers and websites reported on Monday.
World's tallest tower closed a month after opening
(AP)
AP - The world's tallest skyscraper has unexpectedly closed to the public a month after its lavish opening, disappointing tourists headed for the observation deck and casting doubt over plans to welcome its first permanent occupants in the coming weeks.
Sugary soft drinks linked to pancreatic cancer: study
(AFP)
AFP - People who drink at least two sugary sodas a week have an increased risk of developing cancer of the pancreas, and researchers suspect the culprit is sugar, a new study shows.
Grisly death of money lender
A FINANCIALLY troubled gambler armed with a hammer "smashed" a creditor on the head and killed him over a $15,000 loan, a court has heard.
Son saw mum swept away
A TEENAGE boy says he's tormented by memories of his mother's face as she was swept to her death in a flash flood in Queensland.
Why Digg.com is heading for a Major Pitfall
Digg.com is taking a turn for the worst, and may need a lot of help recovering. More and more people are starting to realize how heavily the system is gamed by certain power users.
Toyota adds new Prius to global recall list
TOKYO (Reuters) - Toyota Motor Corp said it is recalling nearly half a million of its flagship Prius and other hybrid cars for braking problems as it seeks to address criticism over the handling of its worst safety crisis.
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