Australia

Oz parents call for regulation of junk food ads

Call for Junk FoodSydney, May 19 : Majority of parents in Australia have urged the government to regulate junk food advertisements, as the commercials are making it harder for them to promote healthy eating habits among their kids, according to a survey.

The new survey released by consumer group Choice has shown that eight out of 10 parents want the Government to regulate the marketing of junk food to children.

And nearly nine out of 10 respondents admitted that junk food ads were making it difficult for them to promote healthy eating at home.

However, the survey did not reveal whether parents support a total ban.

Experts condemn Fritzl’s incest family reunion

JOsef FritzlLondon, May 19 : Authorities of the Austrian hospital where the family of incest mo

Kangaroo cull draws fire in Australia

Kangaroo cull draws fire in AustraliaSydney  - Animal rights activists po

Japanese company finalizes Cambodian deal with Australian miner

Phnom Penh  - State-owned Japan Oil, Gas and Metals National Corp has formally committed to invest 4.5 million dollars in a joint venture in Cambodia with the Australian gold-exploration company So

Burmese kids risk facing starvation deaths

Melbourne, May 19: Burmese children affected by Cyclone Nargis face the risk of dying of starvation unless food is rushed to them, international aid agencies have warned.

Now, a beer brewed especially for dogs!

Melbourne, May 19 : Now, you can actually enjoy a chilled mug of beer with your best friend – thanks to a no-alcohol beer brewed especially for dogs.

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