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Sat, 14 May 2022 04:22:29 +0000
'Another political card to play': Labor accuses Morrison of playing politics with national security on AUKUS pact
Federal Labor says Prime Minister Scott Morrison broke the "trust and faith" of Australia's most important ally in a stoush over the AUKUS security pact.

Sat, 14 May 2022 01:43:47 +0000
'Tit-for-tat war': Nephew of slain underworld figure killed in Sydney's second fatal shooting in a week
Multiple crime scenes are being examined by specialist forensic officers as detectives investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting. 

Fri, 13 May 2022 19:03:29 +0000
Putin sent the 'Butcher of Syria' to carve up Ukraine. Here's why Russia's most ruthless general is failing too
When Vladimir Putin's original plan to take Kyiv fell apart, he brought in a battle-hardened army general to clean up the mess and finish the job. But the brutal tactics that saw him crowned the 'Butcher of Syria' have not played out the sam...

Fri, 13 May 2022 19:04:56 +0000
Senate candidate linked to Chinese government's foreign influence arm
A federal Senate candidate billing himself as a choice for social harmony has a long history of activity with the Chinese government's main arm of overseas influence, the United Front Work Department.

Sat, 14 May 2022 01:42:00 +0000
'The only pleasure was to read': Sex worker's life story revealed 28 years after her death
The State Library of WA releases recordings of Joan St Louis, who gave a frank account of her working life from the 1930s to '50s on the condition that nobody heard it while she was alive. 

Sat, 14 May 2022 08:12:59 +0000
Melbourne council to ditch slave plantation name in act of reconciliation with Traditional Owners
Moreland City Council ratepayers will vote from three choices in the Woi-wurrung language, with a new name to be decided on by July.

Fri, 13 May 2022 19:00:00 +0000
Frydenberg appears set to lose Kooyong – but he's not under threat because of the budget, or the economy
No one really thinks voters in Kooyong are turning against Josh Frydenberg because of the state of the economy. He's under threat because of where his government, and his prime minister, have taken politics in the last three years, writes La...

Fri, 13 May 2022 21:02:30 +0000
Ukrainian troops thwart Russian river crossing, Turkey could block Finland, Sweden from joining NATO
Russia's military has suffered a heavy blow in Ukraine, where local forces have destroyed a pontoon bridge enemy troops were using to try to cross a river, according to officials in Kyiv and London.

Fri, 13 May 2022 20:03:36 +0000
Rain across saturated Queensland eases, but river systems remain on major flood alert
South-east Queensland is bracing for another day of heavy rain and possible flash flooding as the Bureau of Meteorology warns the weather system that was predicted to dissipate will dump more rain over saturated areas.

Fri, 13 May 2022 22:15:06 +0000
Labor promises almost $1 billion for Medicare and GPs if it wins federal election
Federal Labor is entering the election campaign home stretch armed with a promise of almost $1 billion in new Medicare and primary-health funding if it wins next weekend's federal poll.

Sat, 14 May 2022 06:07:12 +0000
Jacinda Ardern tests positive for COVID-19
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern tests positive for COVID-19 after experiencing moderate symptoms, forcing her to perform her duties remotely while isolating. 

Sat, 14 May 2022 04:33:44 +0000
Skeleton of dinosaur that inspired Jurassic Park's velociraptor sold at auction for $17.9 million
The most complete specimen of Deinonychus antirrhopus ever found sells at auction house Christie's for more than double the expected price, reflecting the rarity of dinosaur fossils going on public sale.

Sat, 14 May 2022 04:27:35 +0000
Germany identifies more than 300 far-right extremists working within security agencies
The German government says more than 300 employees of national and state military, police and security agencies are linked to far-right extremist movements.

Fri, 13 May 2022 21:03:52 +0000
Fresh produce is costing us more. Here's why frozen and tinned veggies can be better for your health, as well as your wallet
Nutrition experts say opting for the cheaper forms of fruit and vegetables doesn't necessarily mean compromising on health. 

Sat, 14 May 2022 05:07:51 +0000
Unpacking the cameos in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness
Fans have been cheering in cinemas over the appearance of certain characters in this new Marvel offering, but what's the fuss? Warning: this story contains spoilers.

Sat, 14 May 2022 06:14:28 +0000
India bans wheat exports as heatwave curbs output, prices soar
India bans exports of wheat effective immediately citing a risk to its food security, partly due to the war in Ukraine. 

Sat, 14 May 2022 07:18:08 +0000
'Complacency has a price': AMA warns re-infection rates to rise, as SA COVID deaths surpass 400
SA has recorded five more COVID-related deaths, taking the total number of lives lost in the state since the start of the pandemic to 401. 

Sat, 14 May 2022 03:13:51 +0000
AFL live: Top-four chasing Saints and Cats face off on Saturday arvo
Footy fans are hoping St Kilda and Geelong will rekindle their rivalry of the late 2000s as they meet with eyes on the top four. Follow our live AFL ScoreCentre for all the scores, stats and results.

Sat, 14 May 2022 04:15:50 +0000
NRL live: Titans face Dragons as another star ruled out of Storm-Panthers main event
The Warriors storm back from 32-6 down in the final 20 minutes, but South Sydney holds on to win 32-30. Meanwhile, the top-of-the-table clash between Melbourne and Penrith is down a little more star power, with Storm half Jahrome Hughes out ...

Sat, 14 May 2022 04:36:51 +0000
Show stopper: Amusement ride operators protest against 'kick in the guts', 300pc insurance-fee hike
Amusement rides are one of the biggest drawcards at regional shows, but escalating insurance costs put their future in doubt, according to the industry. Operators have held a 15-minute "ride strike" to highlight the issue.

Sat, 14 May 2022 03:11:42 +0000
Newborn giraffe fitted with custom-made leg braces in the US
A baby giraffe born in a US zoo with a life-threatening leg condition has been fitted with customised, human medical-grade leg braces to help her walk.

Sat, 14 May 2022 00:22:24 +0000
Pallbearers nearly drop journalist’s coffin as Israeli police hit mourners
Israeli police officers charge at Palestinian mourners carrying the coffin of Al Jazeera journalist Shireen Abu Akleh, amid ongoing historical tensions between the two groups and anger and grief over the broadcaster's death.

Fri, 13 May 2022 20:14:52 +0000
China responds to Dutton's 'sensational' remarks about Chinese spy ship off WA
A Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson has responded to Defence Minister Peter Dutton stating a Chinese spy ship has been travelling along the WA coast on an intelligence-gathering mission, saying Beijing "always abides by international la...

Fri, 13 May 2022 19:03:29 +0000
Vote Compass analysis has examined the ‘teal’ vote — here’s what it tells us
Climate change is cutting across the traditional left-right political divide, helping explain why teal independents are gaining traction where progressive parties would not, according to Vote Compass analysis.

Fri, 13 May 2022 19:00:00 +0000
How often should we go to the toilet? A gastroenterologist explains
How often should we poo? If you Google this question, you're likely to find an answer along the lines of three times a day to once every three days, writes Martin Veysey.



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