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When the world doesn't make sense

26 July 2011 | 12:23 - By Matthew Hall

We could talk about the weather. Or, perhaps, the sad death of a young addiction-ravaged English singer who spectacularly derailed.

The massacre in Norway sent shock waves around the world. (AAP)

The massacre in Norway sent shock waves around the world. (AAP)

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Palin or Bachmann?

19 July 2011 | 12:13 - By Matthew Hall

'I can win,' claimed the cover line of last week’s Newsweek.

Sarah Palin, left, waves to the rally crowd after a campaign appearance for Rep. Michele Bachmann, R-Minn. in Minneapolis. (File: AP)

Sarah Palin, left, waves to the rally crowd after a campaign appearance for Rep. Michele Bachmann, R-Minn. in Minneapolis. (File: AP)

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D-day approaches for Obama

12 July 2011 | 8:47 - By Matthew Hall

This just in – the United States economy is in the toilet.

Come on guys... we've got to get this thing under control. (AAP)

Come on guys... we've got to get this thing under control. (AAP)

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DSK celebrates Independence Day

05 July 2011 | 8:38 - By Matthew Hall

The July 4 weekend typically means hot weather, fireworks, street parades, barbecues, bad American beer and hot dog eating contests.

Former IMF chief Dominique Strauss Kahn. (AAP)

Former IMF chief Dominique Strauss Kahn. (AAP)

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Matthew Hall presents a first-hand look at world events from a different angle.

Matthew Hall New York-based writer Matthew Hall has chased fugitives across Texas, been shot in outback Australia and has lunched with Liza Minnelli.

 
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