| ASIA pacific | |
| • | Indonesian ferry carrying more than 200 people sinks |
| • | Death toll in China mine disaster rises to 87 |
| • | Homes under threat as Australian wildfires blaze |
| WORLD | |
| • | Obama health drive clears key Senate hurdle |
| • | H1N1 flu vaccine effective despite mutations, say experts |
| • | Saudi reports 4 pilgrim deaths from H1N1 flu ahead of Haj |
| BUSINESS | |
| • | China's economy could grow 10% in fourth quarter |
| • | Malaysia's AirAsia to tap Southeast Asian capital market |
| • | Desperate retailers seek holiday season rescue |
| SPORT | |
| • | Football: Chelsea, United cruise as Arsenal stumble |
| • | Football: Ireland admits defeat in World Cup replay bid |
| • | Swimming: Mellouli finds swimming form in Singapore |