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AUSTRALIA

Mr Rudd is aiming to gain a first hand understanding of the global credit crisis, as well as repositioning Australia on the world stage. (AAP)

Nelson's reply 'irresponsible'

Kevin Rudd has accused the opposition of economic irresponsibility in its response to the federal budget.

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Do you think this budget will benefit Australia's economy?

Jane from South Coast says:

No. This budget is designed for dual income families and single mothers. Anyone outside these parameters has been ignored, my sympathies go to ...

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AMERICAS

An image of Mars NASA's by Hubble Space Telescope. (AAP)

Secrets of Martian north pole revealed

A radar map of the Martian north pole reveals a four-layer ice structure laid down over a period of five million years, scientists say.

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