While the Queen waited 15 minutes for her red carpet to be unrolled ….

While the New York Times is not mentioning her visit to the US state of Virginia ….

pentagon told it must give up oil …..

May 2, 2007

‘President George W. Bush vetoed legislation on Tuesday that would have required him to begin withdrawing U.S. combat troops from Iraq this year, setting up a new showdown with Democratic leaders over funding the war, the White House said.

from the ABC’s Lateline …..

from the New York Times …..

By SHERYL GAY STOLBERG

Published: April 30, 2007

Quiet Bush Aide Seeks Iraq Czar, Creating a Stir

More ill winds in Rattus sails than in Shakespeare's Tempest...

from the ABC …..

Howard outlines vision for 2020

from the New York Times …..

Pentagon Invites Kremlin to Link Missile Systems

from the ABC …..

Govt will push ahead with water takeover: Turnbull

from our right leaning ABC …..

The Prime Minister says unless there is heavy rain in the Murray-Darling catchment within weeks, the only water that will be available will be for town use and there will be none for irrigation.

"The president believes that there is a right for people to bear arms, but that all laws must be followed."

Virginia state gun laws - frequently asked questions:

Is a permit required to purchase rifles, handguns and shotguns? No.

from the ABC …..

Howard stakes claim for underdog tag

from the ABC …..

Labor rejects claims of $100m anti-WorkChoices campaign

from the NYT …..

Longer Duty Leaves Forces Disappointed but Stoic