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.

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Iran to stop enrichment if given nuclear fuel (AP)

AP - The head of the Iran's atomic agency says it will not enrich uranium to a higher level if the West provides fuel for the Tehran research reactor.

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Woman's skeleton found by workmen
Police investigate the death of a woman whose skeleton was found wrapped in carpet at a Manchester building site.

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Man charged over indecent assault of girl
A MAN has been charged over the sexual assault of a 13-year-old girl in inner suburban Brunswick three weeks ago.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Zooming in on fires
A $3 million weapon to fight bushfires will be unveiled today.

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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.

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The ultimate 'Japan only' games consoles
Garish, customised versions of your favourite games consoles can only be found in Japan.

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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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Serbian Ninja Turtle Song

If you thought this was the worst Ninja Turtle song ever; I think you're in for a treat.

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