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Australian Open champion Novak Djokovic got his preparations for this year's opening grand slam back on track with a commanding straight sets win over Frenchman Paul-Henri Mathieu in Sydney.
Australia's navy Monday opened two weeks of hearings into the World War II sinking of the cruiser Sydney II, an effort to formally close the book on the country's worst naval disaster.
The area of Jervis Bay and its surrounds lies about 150 kilometers south of Sydney, in New South Wales, Australia. It's renowned for its stunning coastline. Check out CNN editor David Challenger's photo gallery.
The super-yachts of the super-rich could soon become super-green.
The label on the package claimed that it contained T-shirts and baby toys.
Despite anguished cries of "Murder!" and "Shame!" from protesters who thought it could still be saved, wildlife officials on Friday euthanized the animal, which had strayed into the waters off north Sydney nearly a week ago
An abandoned baby whale that has been attempting to suckle boats in the waters off north Sydney will be euthanized because it is in such poor condition, an environmental official said Thursday
Moments have defined the Olympic Games as much as individual accomplishments. Take a look at 10 snapshots in time that transcended sport and have become a part of history.
An abandoned baby whale that has been trying to suckle from yachts in an Australian harbor appeared to be weakening Wednesday as wildlife workers considered ways to save it.
TIME tours the Beijing Olympic Village: it's green, it's clean, and haircuts are free!
Australian Open champion Novak Djokovic got his preparations for this year's opening grand slam back on track with a commanding straight sets win over Frenchman Paul-Henri Mathieu in Sydney.
Australia's navy Monday opened two weeks of hearings into the World War II sinking of the cruiser Sydney II, an effort to formally close the book on the country's worst naval disaster.
The area of Jervis Bay and its surrounds lies about 150 kilometers south of Sydney, in New South Wales, Australia. It's renowned for its stunning coastline. Check out CNN editor David Challenger's photo gallery.
The super-yachts of the super-rich could soon become super-green.
The label on the package claimed that it contained T-shirts and baby toys.
Despite anguished cries of "Murder!" and "Shame!" from protesters who thought it could still be saved, wildlife officials on Friday euthanized the animal, which had strayed into the waters off north Sydney nearly a week ago
An abandoned baby whale that has been attempting to suckle boats in the waters off north Sydney will be euthanized because it is in such poor condition, an environmental official said Thursday
Moments have defined the Olympic Games as much as individual accomplishments. Take a look at 10 snapshots in time that transcended sport and have become a part of history.
An abandoned baby whale that has been trying to suckle from yachts in an Australian harbor appeared to be weakening Wednesday as wildlife workers considered ways to save it.
TIME tours the Beijing Olympic Village: it's green, it's clean, and haircuts are free!
Benedict won over many of the country's cynics, even if his anti-materialism message clashed with Sydney's hedonism
Pope Benedict XVI used some of the strongest language yet in his apology for the sexual abuse of children by Australia's Roman Catholic clergy
Pope Benedict XVI on Saturday offered his strongest public statement yet on sex abuse against minors by Roman Catholic priests, apologizing to victims and calling the abuse "evil."
Among those who have traveled thousands of miles to the Pope's youth jamboree in Australia are humble believers who have saved and sacrificed for years
Pope Benedict XVI urged religious leaders of all kinds to unite against those who use faith to divide communities
For many years, I looked forward to riding the Indian Pacific across the length of southern Australia, from Sydney to Perth. At 2,700 miles, it's one of the world's longest train trips. But when I searched for concrete information on what to expect, I found it hard to locate. Now that I've made the journey, here's the information I wish I'd had.
Out of Australia comes the story of a big fish out of its normal waters. Experts have their doubts, but there's one mighty frightened fisherman down under
When it comes to making movies, Australia would appear to have it all.
At the closing ceremony of the Sydney 2000 Olympics Juan Antonio Samaranch, the International Olympic Committee president, declared that the Games had been the best ever.
Natural beauty, outdoor living and fine dining -- Wendy Saunt crams one week's activities into one memorable day.
Appreciation: Richard Schickel on his last encounter with one of Hollywood's most gifted and compelling storytellers
• Kate Walsh, modeling a chic dress while leaving her Sydney hotel. The Private Practice star is Down Under to promote her television show.
Viewpoint: The newly-conceived Indian Premier League will surely be a success. So why does it give a TIME writer cause for concern?
With airports from New York to Sydney getting upgrades, Travel + Leisure picks our favorite restaurants, bars, lounges, shops and spas.
This month, CNN Business Traveller hunts out the attractions on Sydney's greatest feature: its harbor. Admire the Sydney Opera House, take a ferry across the waters, fly up the coast by seaplane or tackle a hair-raising summit of the Sydney Harbor Bridge.
This month we take a look back at the best of the best from Business Traveller 2007.
New research suggests that post-traumatic stress disorder may be linked to concussions suffered in battle
Harbhajan Singh is set to be dropped for the third Test against Australia in Perth despite being cleared to play before his appeal against a ban for an alleged racist remark is heard.
An A380 superjumbo bound for Sydney came loose from a tow truck and partially rolled onto grass at Singapore airport.
David Beckham overcame an injury scare to score a trademark free-kick, but his LA Galaxy side were beaten 5-3 by Sydney FC in an exhibition match on Tuesday.
Nicole Kidman testified Monday that she was "really, really scared," reduced to tears and fearing a car accident after paparazzi pursued her two years ago.
As more airlines upgrade their first class offerings with soft sheets, big beds and a lot more privacy, the jet set may just be tempted to fly commercial.
The world's biggest jetliner ever built completed its first commercial flight on Thursday, a new chapter in air transportation.
Fears of violent protests involving thousands of people over the Asia-Pacific economic summit fizzled on Saturday into a peaceful march through downtown Sydney.
Police tightened security Sunday as senior officials from Pacific Rim nations began meetings to prepare for a summit of regional leaders that will tackle trade and global warming.
It's not just a mood ring for your mocha. This coffee lid from Australia, which changes color with the temperature of your beverage, is also a hot seller.
The first known pirated copy of "The Simpsons Movie" to make it onto the Internet was tracked to a home raided by Australian police Friday, authorities said.
New HIV infections still dramatically outpace efforts in poor nations to bring treatment to patients, health officials said
If you think traveling overland on a bus from London to Sydney sounds like something exclusively for 20-something backpackers, think again.
World number two Rafael Nadal withdrew from the Sydney International with a leg injury during the first set of his opening match on Tuesday, less than a week before the Australian Open.
The Scene spent the day in Sydney with director Baz Luhrmann. Do you have a favorite hangout in Australia's premier city? What do you think of Baz's work? Send us your thoughts and ideas and we'll post your comments here.
The Scene caught up with Baz Luhrmann in Sydney to talk beach culture, board shorts and Leonardo's favorite pancakes...
The Scene caught up with Baz Luhrmann in Sydney to talk sun, sea and his latest movie, "Australia"...
Sunkissed, stylish and naturally beautiful, Sydney is the city equivalent of an A-list celebutante, its flashy good looks and party-centric vibe enticing all to come hither, drawn like paparazzi to a press launch.
Do you have an inside tip on Sydney? Send us your comments and suggestions.
Check out The Scene's recommendations for Sydney. Is your favorite spot not here? Send us your suggestions.
Financial markets provide a perfect example of where people think commodity prices are going in the future.
And so it ends.
It was the tragedy that stunned Australia a decade ago: 35 innocent men, women and children gunned down by a disturbed young man in the forbiddingly beautiful setting of Port Arthur, an isolated 19th century prison on the island of Tasmania.
A board game glorifying race riots that gripped Sydney's beaches nearly a year ago might be banned to prevent further violence, Australian authorities said on Tuesday.
A man and woman have been refused bail on murder charges, after two burning barrels containing human remains were found in bushland about 200 kilometers (125 miles) south of Sydney on the Australian east coast.
Former world number one Juan Carlos Ferrero has been granted a wildcard for the Sydney International tournament.
Sydney FC produced an upset 2-1 win over Egypt's Al Ahly to finish fifth at FIFA's Club World Championship.
Costa Rica's Deportivo Saprissa beat Sydney FC 1-0 on Monday to set up a dream semifinal with European champions Liverpool at the FIFA Club World Championship.
Australian police say some of the people arrested in a terror crackdown last week had been stopped and questioned near the country's only nuclear reactor in December last year.
Australian police expect to make more arrests as part of a counterterrorism swoop which saw 17 men held in custody Tuesday after raids in Sydney and Melbourne.
Australian police are drawing up an evacuation plan for Sydney's central business district in the event of a terrorist attack as part of new security powers following the London bombings, officials on Monday.
Australia's biggest city, Sydney, has again been named the world's best city by readers of the U.S. magazine Travel and Leisure.
Britain's gold medal winning heptathlete Denise Lewis has quit athletics after battling injuries since her 2000 triumph in Sydney.
CNN.com asked its readers to share their views on the death of Pope John Paul II, who died Saturday. Here is a sampling from thousands of responses, some of which have been edited.
Slovakia eliminated Davis Cup holders Spain by winning the doubles match in their World Group first round tie in Bratislava to take a 3-0 lead.
You might say a "battle royale" is shaping up Down Under.
She sits in a German bank, staring at the secret documents she just ripped from a safety deposit box -- documents that unravel a critical chapter of her past, part of the story of who she is.
Lleyton Hewitt has decided upon a different Australian Open build-up as he bids to become the first home winner in 29 years.
Defending champions Serbia and Montenegro were eliminated from the men's Olympic volleyball tournament after a thrilling encounter with Russia.
China is on a winning spree in Athens and going head to head with the United States for the top spot of the medals table.
A United Airlines flight carrying 246 passengers to Los Angeles was forced to return to Sydney after a bomb threat police later described as a hoax was found written on an air sickness bag.
London is hoping a bit of Sydney's magic will rub off on its bid to host the 2012 Olympics after employing the man widely credited with the success of the 2000 Games.
The 2004 Olympic torch has arrived in Australia -- host of the 2000 games -- for the start of a mammoth relay journey spanning 33 cities in 27 countries on five continents.
Australia's famous beaches could become non-smoking zones following a ground-breaking decision by a Sydney suburban council.
It almost seems redundant to say there's a new video game based on the TV show "Alias." The popular spy drama is already closer to a video game than almost anything else on television. The show's hyper-stylized fight scenes, cloak-and-dagger intrigue and zippy music score are common in many an action game.
Australian authorities have launched three separate inquiries into circumstances surrounding the death of an Aboriginal teenager and the subsequent rioting in a Sydney suburb.
Fifty police officers have been injured in Sydney following a night of rioting sparked by the death of an Aboriginal youth.
Greg Rusedski put his off-court problems aside to beat Argentina's Juan Ignacio Chela in the first round of the Sydney international.
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