Australia
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MPs urge wildfire reforms after record incidents - including North York Moors blaze
MPs are calling for disposable barbecue restrictions, new firefighting aircraft and Australian-style public awareness campaigns after two record-breaking wildfire years across the UK.
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APEC finance ministers warn persistent global imbalances risk growth and stability
Senior Pacific Rim finance officials say global economic imbalances are bringing persistent risks and pledge to improve cooperation and communication
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OpenAI Invests in Startup That Uses Brain Implants to Detect Cancer
It’s the latest in a growing wave of bets that AI companies are making on brain data.
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Suspect silent in first court appearance over ‘attack’ on Australia MP
Nugent was restrained by bystanders at the scene after Helen Haines was struck twice by an SUV
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Australian MP has both legs amputated after car ramming ‘attack’, husband says
Surgeons amputated her left leg on Monday and were working to save the right leg
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Australian politician who was hit by car has lost both legs
Australian federal lawmaker Helen Haines had had both legs amputated after a driver allegedly rammed her repeatedly on Monday outside her electorate office, her husband says
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The rare condition that MP Helen Haines’s alleged attacker has
The Australian MP has lost both her legs after what has been described as a ‘targeted’ attack
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Fast-fashion giant Shein outperforms several Australian retailers on ethics, report says
Ghanda and Windsor Smith among lowest-rated in Baptist World Aid ethical fashion report based on metrics such as wages and sustainability
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No bail for alleged Helen Haines attacker as police chief warns of Australia’s ‘febrile’ political environment
AFP commissioner says MPs are generally concerned about growing volume of abuse and intimidation
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Beau Lamarre-Condon allegedly played Taylor Swift’s No Body, No Crime during body disposal, court told
Friend of accused double murderer tells supreme court that van had lemony smell and blue tarp in back before Bunnings stop
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Police charge accused Brendan Nugent with additional offences – as it happened
Independent MP’s condition remains critical on Wednesday after surgery to save her remaining leg
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Odds of fifth interest rate hike this year shorten as RBA deputy warns inflation outlook ‘worsening’
Andrew Hauser says central bank faces ‘hard choices’ as it looks to balance risks of entrenched inflation with desire to protect labour market
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MPs call for firefighting planes to combat UK wildfire threat
“Britain needs a cultural shift that puts us in step with fire-savvy nations such as Australia,’ Efra chairman Alistair Carmichael said
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How to watch The Terminal List season 2 online – stream the Chris Pratt thriller from anywhere for free
Chris Pratt is back as Lieutenant Commander Reece in this gripping thriller series
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Helen Haines live updates: Brendan Nugent doesn’t apply for bail in first court appearance since alleged attack
Independent MP’s condition remains critical on Wednesday after surgery to save her remaining leg
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The Acer Googlebook 14 is an excellent first attempt at a new type of laptop – but Google's software needs work
The Acer Googlebook 14 is the most affordable of these new breed of laptops – but is it the MacBook Air killer Android users have been waiting for?
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1 in 4 cases of depression may be caused by off-kilter body clocks
Depression has long been linked to chemical imbalances, but many cases may actually be related to disrupted body clocks that could be treated with melatonin therapies and early morning sun exposure
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Odds of fifth interest rate hike this year likely to shorten as RBA deputy warns inflation outlook ‘worsening’
Andrew Hauser says central bank faces ‘hard choices’ as it looks to balance risks of entrenched inflation with desire to protect labour market
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How to watch I Will Always Love You: A Celebration of Dolly Parton — live stream online from anywhere in the world
Lainey Wilson, Carrie Underwood, Ella Langley and more pay tribute to the music icon
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How to watch Liverpool vs Villarreal: Live Streams, Team News & TV Channels for Champions League 2026/27
The Reds will seek to maintain their perfect record in Europe this season
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South Africa vs Australia: Temba Bavuma century drags hosts back into series
Captain Temba Bavuma drags South Africa back into their Test series against Australia but did his side bat on too long on day three?
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Pakistan vs England: Sloppy visitors floored by Arafat Minhas in Rawalpindi
England begin their wandering winter with a sloppy loss to Pakistan in the one-day tri-series in Rawalpindi.
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How to watch PSG vs Barcelona: FREE live streams, TV channels & kick-off time for Champions League 2026/27, team news
Luis Enrique faces former side in top-of-the-league clash
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Seven of the North East's best cosy bookshops to visit this autumn
Whether you're searching for a rare first edition, the latest bestseller or a cosy spot to spend a rainy afternoon, the North East has some of the best independent bookshops for every reader to enjoy this autumn.
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'The true test is getting an appointment': Readers share tips for Germany's citizenship test
We asked readers what advice they would give people preparing to take Germany’s citizenship knowledge test. From study apps to language skills and booking appointments, here's what they said.
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NFL in Paris: League eyes big debut as Steelers-Saints game comes amid security concerns
The NFL hopes to bring a “mini-Super Bowl” vibe to Paris this week for its first regular-season game in France, even as authorities consider imposing curfews following civil unrest
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Chinese hacker hits over 100 company websites using AI agents — Deere and SharkNinja among top brands affected in attack
It seems the goal was to establish persistence
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Man charged with attack on Australian MP as suspect's father says she is family friend
Brendan Nugent's family say they have known Helen Haines, who remains in a critical condition, for more than 20 years.
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How to watch The Traitors Canada season 4 — free streams from anywhere in the world
The Traitors Canada returns for its fourth season
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Social media platforms have racked up $26 billion in privacy penalties since 2020
Social media giants have paid over $26 billion in privacy fines since 2020, with Meta responsible for 91% of the global total.
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How to watch Just One Before I Die on Tubi (it's free)
Bill's Mafia are some of the most die hard fans in American sports – here's where to watch the doc at no cost
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Things to do in York this Halloween and half term 2026
Looking for things to do in York this Halloween and half term? We’ve got the guide for you. It’s time to get spooky! There are so many fun things to do in York this Halloween and half term. Are we missing an event? Let us know by dropping...
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Darlington driver's fear of needles leads to ban and big bill for refusing blood test
A previously clean-living man has lost his good name and driving licence because of his fear of needles.
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Asian shares mostly decline after AI stocks lead a rebound on Wall Street
Asian shares are mostly lower after stocks artificial-intelligence-related stocks bounced back on Wall Street while other sectors continued to be shaky and oil prices stayed high
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How to watch Phony online from anywhere – stream the new comedy mystery series now
Hulu's brand new series is witty and unsettling all at once
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Helen Haines loses leg as surgeons fight to save the other after alleged attack in Wangaratta
Independent MP is in critical yet stable condition after man allegedly did U-turn to strike her twice with his car
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Father of suspect in ‘attack’ on Australian MP says she is long-time family friend
Family statement says parents of suspect Brendan Nugent have known Helen Haines ‘for more than 20 years’
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How to watch NBA 2026/27: Free Streams & TV Channels
The advent of Brunson, Wemby and SGA makes this a whole new ballgame
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Who is Brendan Nugent, suspect in attack on Australian MP Helen Haines
Police said a 43-year-old suspect had been arrested following the incident in Wangaratta, northeast of Melbourne
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England rugby league: Brian McDermott names unchanged team for World Cup match against France
Brian McDermott keeps faith with the England team beaten by Tonga as they bid to revive their Rugby League World Cup campaign against France in Perth this Saturday.
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Australian lawmaker hurt in car attack loses leg, media say
Haines was hit by a Toyota Land Cruiser outside her office in the town of Wangaratta, just over 200 kilometres northeast of Melbourne, at around 0635 CET on Monday.
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A young life ‘dominated by gambling’: Victorian coroner delivers stinging findings on death of 22-year-old
Online betting was the ‘direct and paramount’ cause behind Kyle Hudson’s decision to take his own life, inquest finds
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Australia hails hero barber who intervened during alleged attack on MP Helen Haines
Jefferies was just finishing up a family’s cuts when he heard a loud bang outside his shop and rushed out
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Australian MP has leg amputated after ‘attack where driver hit her twice’
Prime minister Anthony Albanese has called the incident a deliberate attack, saying: ‘This wasn't an accident’
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Helen Haines live updates: independent MP in critical but stable condition as Asio boss warns about ‘violent rhetoric’
A joint counter-terrorism taskforce is investigating the incident, which Anthony Albanese alleged ‘wasn’t an accident’
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Car allegedly did U-turn and struck Helen Haines twice, in what some believe was targeted attack against MP
Independent MP is in critical yet stable condition, as police interview alleged attacker in Wangaratta incident
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Kaspersky's VPN and password manager went dark for days worldwide — and the timing has raised awkward questions about Russia's drone-hit data centers
Kaspersky blamed technical issues for a multi-day outage
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Workers are spending more time correcting AI-generated content than doing actual work
Does AI really save time?
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Stephen Fleming suggests England coach should be English
New Zealander Stephen Fleming, England’s new Test coach, suggests the national team should be led by someone from England.
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Helen Haines was chatting with locals at a dog park on Monday morning. By the afternoon, she was fighting for her life
Australia’s politicians have been facing increasing threats and abuse. It can no longer be dismissed as social media noise or harmless comment
