Chris Thomson WA Today
Perth couple build Cambodian town
Perth couple build Cambodian town

A Perth couple will soon help build a town to get industrious slum dwellers off the garbage dumps of Phnom Pen and into brick houses they can erect themselves.

 
An AirAsia plane (background) takes off on the runway as Tiger Airways passenger jet waits at the terminal for passengers to board at Singapore’s Changi International Airport

TIGER Airways does not see the emergence of AirAsia X as a competitor on the Perth route. Tiger believes the market is big enough to take an additional player.

The Home Builder Association is positive about the purchasing power in 2010 after reaping over 430 million Baht from Home Builder Focus 2010.

The Home Builder Association is positive about the purchasing power in 2010 after reaping over 430 million Baht from Home Builder Focus 2010.

Britain to slash foreign student visa numbers

The number of foreign students given visas is to be slashed in an attempt to clamp down on widespread abuse of the system.

Perth Amboy science fair offers formula for combining fun with learning

After reading a book about roller coasters, 10-year-old Roberto Oliveras knew what he would make for his science project.

Home of the world's best pizza - officially

WHY Where do you go for the best pizza in the world? Naples? Rome, perhaps? Even Chicago? Well, no - believe it or not, the world's best pizza-maker can be found in a small cafe in Perth. And that's official.

Popsicle pops its fashionable head up

Perth's first pop-up retail space has made its debut in Northbridge, coinciding with the Perth Fashion Festival. Popsicle will be home to clothes, jewellery and accessories from Perth's hottest young designers for 11 days at 214 William Street.

Ae'lkemi moves to fashion central Daile Pepper WA Today
Perth art sale off the wall ALEISHA PREEDY The West Australian
Perth looking chic as it builds a reputation DAWN GIBSON The West Australian
Port town of Fremantle just a skip away from Perth

The port city of Fremantle, which was established in 1829 as the western gateway to Australia, has become a popular destination for history buffs, foodies and art lovers. Here are some recommendations by Reuters correspondents with local knowledg...

Gangster hats heads above the rest in Perth

The 1940s style gangster hat is making a fashion comeback with Perth men leading the way in donning the trilby, fedora and even panama styles. According to staff at a leading Perth hat store, WA men are buying more hats than women to emulate the l...

Rottnest is a dream for explorers Sally Macmillan NEWS.com.au
Perth Beaches Western Australia
Car-less and carefree in Perth Adrian Thirkell The Jakarta Post
Swan Bell Tower Traveller's Info Look At WA
Perth singles cashing out for perfect match MICHAEL BENNETT, CATIE LOW The West
Living in Perth and Fremantle University of Notre Dame Australia University of Notre Dame Australia
Prince William in Australia: local media hails Prince Charming

Within hours of stepping off the plane, the Australian media declared that Prince William had charmed Sydney.

1 killed in Cyclone Oli in French Polynesia

PAPEETE, Tahiti -- An official in French Polynesia says swelling ocean waters driven by Cyclone Oli have left at least one person dead on the South Pacific archipelago.

Kamikaze pilot crashes plane into federal tax agency building in Austin, Texas

An enraged software engineer went on a suicide mission yesterday by flying his small plane into an Internal Revenue Service office building in Austin, Texas.

South Carolina congressman proposes bill to ban US currency in state and use gold and silver coins instead

South Carolina State Rep. Mike Pitts has introduced a bill that would ban the recognition or use of US currency in South Carolina. The lawmaker says if the Federal Government continues to spend at the current rate, there’s a chance the U.S. econom...

Tiger Woods Stages Paparazzo-Style Photo Op

Tiger Woods was caught on camera jogging in Florida. This has been the very first photo of the embattled golfer since last November. However, it turns out that the seemingly spontaneous paparazzo shot was staged by reputable photo agency Getty.

Social networking sites tell robbers when you are away from home

Sharing every happening in your life with friends and family on social networking sites is getting more and more popular. However, providing up-to-the-minute updates on websites such as Twitter or Foursquare has also made it a lot easier for users...

With Buzz, Google Plunges Into Social Networking MIGUEL HELFT and BRAD STONE The New York Times
Iran to Suspend Google's Gmail CHIP CUMMINS And JESSICA E. VASCELLARO The Wall Street Journal
Australian court sentences 5 men in terror plot

SYDNEY — An Australian court Monday sentenced five Muslim men to prison terms of 23 to 28 years after convicting them of preparing for terror attacks on unspecified targets by stockpiling explosive chemicals and firearms.

Elton John: Jesus was a super-intelligent gay man

British singer Sir Elton John has claimed Jesus was a "super-intelligent gay man" in an interview with US magazine "Parade".

5,200 Australians strip for nude photo shoot in Sydney

About 5,200 naked people have lined up to embraced each other on the steps of Sydney's Opera House for a photo shoot by American nudist photographer Spencer Tunick.

Navigate better in the labyrinth of social situations

Getting on with the in-laws, co-workers and friends can be difficult at times. One may not always know what to say or how to react in delicate situations. But fear not, there is a dim light at the end of the tunnel lit by a New York Times column t...

Pamela Anderson in Racy Silver Jumpsuit (PHOTOS)

Pamela Anderson showed off her "riches" while modeling for Richie Rich's fashion show on Wednesday night. Pam donned a racy silver jumpsuit barely covering her hot body, some fake tan that she later sweat off, causing streaks on her midriff and th...

Versatile Bunk Beds from DONCO Trading Company

Bunk Beds remain a favorite for the kids for obvious reasons, they are fun!

Italy says Swiss misused travel pact in Libya row

Italy accused Switzerland on Tuesday of misusing an agreement facilitating European travel to put pressure on Libya, prompting a Libyan ban on visas for much of Europe.

Next Generation Nissan Micra to Debut at the Geneva Motor Show

Nissan has today confirmed that its next-generation Micra will appear at next month’s Geneva Motor Show.

Health experts say you don't have to get fat during pregnancy

Pregnant women should be encouraged to eat a healthy diet instead of "eating for two" and do moderate exercise, according to a new health advice by NHS. The British experts say women do not even need to drink full fat milk or change the amount of ...

Indian firm designs "armoured golf buggy" to fight off terrorists

A mini armoured car, resembling a bullet-proof golf buggy with firing ports, has gone on display at an Indian arms fair. The car is designed for use in confined spaces such as airports and hotels targeted in terror attacks.

Nobel Peace prize may weigh heavily on Obama

Washington - The gold medallion given to recipients of the Nobel Peace Prize doesn't come with a ribbon, but the award could still end up being a weight around President Obama's neck.

Thai couples tie the knot in sky-high ceremonies on Valentine's Day

Brave brides and daredevil grooms have taken wedding nerves to a whole new level by getting married suspended high in the air off a cliff in a Valentine's Day "flying" ceremony.

Best of Weird & Funny Classified Ads

Lady Gaga's Most Extravagant Outfits