Australian Soldier Killed in Afghanistan Father of Newborn
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Australian Soldier Killed in Afghanistan Father of Newborn

It has been revealed that Corporal Mathew Hopkins, the Australian soldier killed in Afghanistan on Monday, was father to a young baby and spent just four days with him before being sent back for a second tour of duty. His devastated wife Victoria yesterday paid tribute to her husband who died during an ambush in the war-torn country on Monday...
Babble Wrap: Australian Soldier Killed In Afghanistan Named As Corporal Mathew Hopkins
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Babble Wrap: Australian Soldier Killed In Afghanistan Named As Corporal Mathew Hopkins

Australian Soldier Killed In Afghanistan Named As Corporal Mathew Hopkins The latest Digger to be killed in Afghanistan, Corporal Mathew Hopkins, got to spend only four days with his newborn son before being sent overseas. The Australian High Court Challenge Jeopardises $900 Bonus The High Court has agreed to hear a challenge to the legality o...
Do You Dig For Victory?
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Do You Dig For Victory?

During World War II, the concept of the "victory garden" was introduced by the federal government to encourage people to grow their own food in their backyards, and thus decrease the strain on national commercial food product, allowing that energy to flow to the war effort. One 1940s-era book on the subject told people they'd save money on grocerie...
Two Pictures Of Kids In Gaza
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Two Pictures Of Kids In Gaza

Warning: These shots will probably make you want to hug your kids immediately.For me, the hardest part of any war/conflict/disaster is the human side. Now that I'm a parent, if that human face belongs to a child, it's that much harder to see.This photo was on the front page of the New York Times today. Here's the caption: "A Palest...
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Is Gwen Stefani Planning On Baby Number 3?

5:00 PM Some say third time is the charm.  So does that mean a baby girl is in the future for Gwen Stefani and husband Gavin Rossdale? When asked if she had plans to add to her brood,... read more

Corey Haim’s Sister Gives Birth Day Before His Funeral

4:00 PM Corey Haim’s family has been through a lot this past week. The tragedy of the actor’s sudden death undoubtedly caused unbelievable pain and anguish to this close family. But th... read more

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This Is Cake.

2:15 PM Whether she’s headed to a birthday party, a play date or the park, creating the perfect outfit for your princess will be a cake walk thanks to Glug Baby. This Cake Tee is cut... read more

Bubble For Your Thoughts: Snakkes Wall Lamp

12:15 PM “Snakkes” is Norwegian for “talk to you later,” but to Barcelona-based designer Daniel Benito Cortázar, it’s also the name of this adorable lamp... read more
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