1A British Antarctic support team has been rescued after their ship was crushed in the ice and sunk in the Ross Sea.

2It has been claimed that Libyan missiles shot down an American jet fighter over Kuwait a few days ago, however this is being denied by United States officials. United States officials continue to be at odds with some of their allies over whether or not Libya should be held responsible for the terrorist attacks in Rome and Vienna. Support for Colonel gaddafi in the Middle East ios growing.

3The body of a high country musterer, who was shot in a hunting accident, has been recovered from Lake Sumner Forest Park.

4Snoopy, a thoroughbred horse, who was shot in a seemingly random attack, may yet survive the ordeal. However, his paddock mate for the past fourteen years, died after being shot in the stomach.

5Rioting and arson erupted in seven South African districts overnight, leaving houses and cars damaged but no reports of injury.

6Tamoxifen, a drug that could prevent breast cancer, is to be offered to women volunteers in Britain.

7Work is under way to try to save the English village of Oakthorpe, that is collapsing due to an underground mine fire, however no one is prepared to take responsibility for the costs involved.

8The pop group The Drongos are back in New Zealand after making a name for themselves in New York, and they have been giving Aucklanders a taste of their music.

9A look at the relationship bond between a cowboy and his lasso.

10Australian zoo officials have found a novel way to save the lives of two rare liger cubs. The cabs were born to a female lion and a male tiger, but due to fears for their safety they were removed from their parents. Their new substitute mother is Black Labrador named Greta.