Friday's top stories
22 Feb 2013
The Australian swim team is expected to admit to misbehaviour in a press conference this afternoon. Also, the state of NSW is on high alert today as damaging winds and rain are expected.
Relay team set to speak out
The six 4x100m freestyle squad members are expected to speak out this afternoon after two independent reviews revealed concerns about misbehaviour in the lead-up to the 2012 London Olympic Games. A young member of the swim team has revealed that she was kept up at night by door-knocking and prank calls. ABC News has the full story and check back on our Twitter feed this afternoon for more details.
Fuel discounts face axe
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has warned the major supermarket chains that it plans to remove the 8c-a-litre shopper docket discounts, telling Woolworths and Coles to focus to grocery deals rather than petrol. News.com.au has more.
Veterans call for recognition
Australian veterans are seeking justice from the Human Rights Commission, accusing Australia of exposing them to nuclear tests during the 1950s and 1960s. Sydney legal firm Stacks/Goudkamp is representing almost 300 veterans in the case. Ninemsn.com.au has all the details.
Northern NSW on stand-by
The Bureau of Meteorology has upgraded its weather warning to severe for NSW from the Queensland border through to the Hunter region. Residents and rescuers are on stand-by as damaging winds and rain are expected to hit today and tomorrow. Read more.
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Bomb attack in Hyderabad
A bomb blast has ripped through the city of Hyderabad, killing more than 20 people and injuring many more. The blasts were about five minutes apart near cinemas and a bus station. Yahoo Seven has more.
Skull belongs to Zahra
A skull found nearly a year ago in the woods near North Carolina belongs to 10-year-old Australian, Zahra Baker. In 2010, Zahra was killed by her stepmother who is now serving 18 years in prison. Read the full story.
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