POLITICS & POLICY

Russia snubbed Australia during the Syrian peace talks in Vienna due to issues in political relations.

Australians, including French expats, condemn the Paris bombings with prayers, messages and flowers in a show of solidarity and support that will be remembered for a long time.

The U.S. president is supposed to meet Philippine President Benigno Aquino during his visit.

The 11 UNSW students aim to change Australia's attitude towards Asylum Seekers with their blog, ‘Humans of Detention’.

France will still hold the COP21/CMP11, especially after a Greenland glacier has melted completely raising alarm on a massive increase in sea levels.

Both countries have multicultural societies but are still different.

"We end tonight's show with a heavy heart because we taped all of tonight's show and then we found out about the horrific attacks in Paris today," Colbert said.

He is also thankful that the “Peace for Paris” symbol has found a “use for everyone, regardless of their nationality or where they are in the world.”

In her emotional post, Bowdery said she thought men opening gunfire at the theatre was was all part of the concert at first but after hearing screams and seeing bloodshed, she soon realised it was a reality.

The father and brother of the identified French gunman Ismaël Omar Mostefaiat, who fired at innocent people at the Bataclan music hall, have reportedly turned themselves to police.

The news of apparent killing on “Jihadi John” received mixed response from the families of the victims killed by him.

The earthquake struck at a depth of 10 kilometres (6 miles) about 190 kilometres southwest of Kagoshima city, the JMA said. No details about injuries or damages are known at this stage.

Julie Bishop confirmed the involvement of her chief of staff Murray Hansen in the plotting against Tony Abbott at a drinks party.

Matthew Rimmer, Professor at QUT, argues that the TPP could undermine the UN’s efforts to promote sustainable development and equality throughout the Pacific region.

Only five months in their relationship and Mariah Carey and James Packer are already living together.

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has warned consumers that they may get scam calls asking for personal details.

Donald Trump hosted “Saturday Night Live” this weekend, sharing the stage with Taran Killam and Darell Hammond both as himself.

BHP Billiton Ltd’s Chief Executive Andrew Mackenzie flew to Brazil on Monday to face prosecutors and conduct a first-hand assessment of the damage.

A parliamentary enquiry is inviting submissions from MPs to express their opinions on how to better support breastfeeding colleagues.

According to a local official, the battles have already killed around 80 and injured 30 others.

National Parks and Wildlife Service had said the Wedding Cake Rock could collapse following a geotechnical assessment on the Bundeena tourist spot.

Police want to talk to the people to find a clue to solving the case.

The CCTV footage captures moments before the girl was raped.

Russian President Vladimir Putin bags the first position of world’s most powerful leaders ranking by Forbes magazine for the third time in a row.

A spokeswoman for Victoria Police said Sarah Finn will be charged for assaulting acting superintendent Steven Cooper during the Melbourne Cup.

Victorian officers have knocked more than 100 doors to have more information about the attackers.

Turnbull wants an economic policy which is “fair” to the Australian people.

According to police, the girl is “devastated” by the assault.

Keepers found 14 dead penguins in the Wild Sea exhibit.