Australian bushfire toll rises to 171 WHITTLESEA, Australia - Weary firefighters and rescuers pulled the remains of dozens of people from charred buildings on Monday as the toll from Australia's deadliest bushfires rose to 171, police said. Rudd sweeps to power in Australian landslide Centre-left leader Kevin Rudd stormed to victory in Australia's election Saturday, ending Prime Minister John Howard's 11-year rule with pledges to change course on climate change and the Iraq war. Crowe honors Irwin at memorial service "Crocodile Hunter" Steve Irwin was remembered Wednesday for his "great zest for life" at a public memorial service for the beloved conservationist and entertainer.
Open Oscar Field Lends Excitement LOS ANGELES - Hollywood's elite donned their custom tuxedos and $100,000 designer gowns Sunday for the 73rd Academy Awards with more than the usual aura of excitement, AP reported.