ReutersChina's April industrial output rises 6.7%, beats expectations
China's industrial output grew 6.7% year-on--year in April, accelerating from the 4.5% pace seen in March, as the recovery in the manufacturing sector gathered pace. The official data released on Friday by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) came above a 5.5% increase in a Reuters poll of analysts. China's exports and imports returned to growth in April after contracting in the previous month while consumer prices rose for the third straight month.
Australian Associated PressMP's aide avoids jail despite 'delusional' abuse denial
Frank Zumbo cynically abused a clear power imbalance over younger women he hired for a federal MP, holding onto a belief they were out to get him.
Australian Associated PressMan shot in neck during robbery
A man has been shot after being confronted by a group of people during a robbery south of Brisbane.
