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Iran to halt strikes on Israel after Trump tells both sides to 'stop shooting'

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Unrest, Conflict and War

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At least 31 dead after magnitude-7.8 earthquake hits Philippines

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A 'ring of fire' could soon burn around one of Australia's major cities

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As One Nation nips at his heels the PM has no choice but to play the long game

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Script reveals methods of Cambodian centre scamming Australians

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PM pays tribute to 'personal friend' and former neighbour Richard Scolyer

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What is glioblastoma and why is it so hard to treat?

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Richard Scolyer, who challenged the world to 'be brave, be bold', dies aged 59

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Mihocek experienced 'lack of feeling' before hospital visit says coach

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Blues centre Stephen Crichton ruled out of State of Origin II

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Undersea volcano inundates island with 'desert' of stone

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Sentencing of officer Benedict Bryant a rare moment of accountability

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Analysis by Tahnee Jash

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Australian dollar dives to two-month low as interest rate fears grip markets

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Top neurologists say regulator ignored warnings as weed killer decision looms

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Celebrities slip and slide in first Big Freeze event since Neale Daniher's death

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Rider killed in Finke Desert Race crash identified as Matthew Bielefeld

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Lentils can cost just a few dollars. Here are five tasty ways to use them

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A - By Amy Sheehan

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Secrets of Indigenous astronomy revealed in new exhibition

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With his pet chihuahua and trusty gopher, 97yo grazier won't slow down

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Highland cows encounters bring 'positive impact', agritourism operators say

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History quiz: When was the first Mars Exploration Rover launch?

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As vaccination rates fall in Australia, a British mother has a warning

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'Happening in every university': Students sent to Putin's 'meat grinder'

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Iran briefing: Day 100 of this war ends in a way we all saw coming

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Hezbollah rejects Lebanon ceasefire as Israeli strikes kill four

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Disability community says NDIS 'fighting the wrong battles' over funding plans

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Three more teens charged over alleged stabbing of homeless man

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The electric classic car that now drives like a 'pocket rocket'

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Tasmania's population boom has gone bust and it spells trouble

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Indigenous families want 'crisis' investigated after 15 deaths in six months

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When a detective told a witness Joanna was pregnant, she took police to VCAT

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Anthropic has its eyes on Australia — and a large slice of its electricity output

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The 20-year-old Australian named one of the hottest players ahead of the FIFA World Cup

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Kings and Queens of the Desert crowned as outback Finke race wraps up

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Korda wins US Women's Open title with perilous final putt

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Arnhem Land culture takes centre stage at Barunga Festival 2026

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Community and Cultural Events

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Trump storms out of interview after grilling on 'crooked' election claims

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UK, France and Germany back Zelenskyy's call for meeting with Putin

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Calls for kindness as community mourns death of shark attack victim

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Perth actor wants police to pay after apartment 'destroyed' during murder probe

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Rare bird sighting excites twitchers

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Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan decries sexist Melbourne billboard

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Suppression order extended for name of high-profile Qld man in extortion case

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Maths genius, devoted mum, headline-making CEO on King's Birthday Honours roll

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Pumice rock from an undersea volcano eruption has covered the ocean surrounding coastal villages in PNG. -- It has prompted food, water and health concerns in the vulnerable communities. -- Dense and stagnant coverage in coastal areas can block sunlight and kill coral, fish and other marine animals. -- Councillor Raymond Simeku from Baon village said he tried to venture out in a boat, but it "nearly sank like quicksand". -- PM James Marape said the government was urgently assessing the situation and determining how to respond.

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The former Australian of the Year and pioneering cancer researcher has died aged 59. -- One of the world's top melanoma pathologists, Scolyer was diagnosed with IDH "wild" type glioblastoma in 2023. -- He fought aggressive brain cancer for years, volunteering to be "patient zero" in a radical approach to treating his tumour. -- Scolyer is survived by his wife, Katie, and their children, Lucy, Matt and Emily.

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Dawa Sherpa survived almost a week on Mount Everest with no oxygen supply and just a few chocolates. -- The experienced guide was among the last climbers of the season when he became separated from his group. -- After six days, the Nepali guide was sighted crawling towards base camp.

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Almost all the sunscreens that failed to meet their SPF label claims a year ago are still being investigated. -- In June last year, 16 of 20 sunscreens tested by Choice did not meet their advertised SPF50 rating. -- One sunscreen has been recalled, but the other 15 are still being tested and remain for sale. -- The TGA conceded the process has "taken a long time", but said it was taking a "risk-based" approach.

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A decline in property prices has pulled the government's recently expanded 5% Deposit Scheme into focus. -- Some recent buyers may have slipped into negative equity and owe the banks more than their homes are worth. -- Meg Girdler believes her Sydney apartment is now worth less than she paid for it near the peak of the market.

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President Donald Trump plans to hit Australia with a 12.5% "slavery" tariff on goods it exports to the US. -- Tariffs are an added tax on internationally imported goods to encourage consumers to buy locally. -- The additional tariff will be slapped on dozens of countries for allegedly failing to "address the importation of goods made with forced labour". -- In response, the PM said there was an "ideological disagreement" with the US. -- It comes after a February decision by the US Supreme Court to remove 10% tariffs that impacted Australian imports.

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Does being in a 'safe seat' influence whether your hospital gets an upgrade?

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Chris Minns has a no-frills plan to stop One Nation in NSW. Will it work?

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Analysis by Nick Dole

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'Very troubled project': Hospital cost blowout concerns treasurer

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Homeowners in this affluent Brisbane suburb divided on 'mansion tax'

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From migration to AUKUS, more politicians are speaking out

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'Beyond our capacity' to defend sea trade lanes, Shoebridge says

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Even kids want gambling ads banned, so why won't the government do it?

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Anthony Albanese has shown he understands the Westminster system

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Reports of explosions across Iran as Israel fires back following earlier strikes

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Why sentiment in Japan has turned against foreigners despite a worker shortage

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Hundreds in Nigeria freed from militant group Boko Haram

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Missing Melbourne teacher allegedly murdered by brother in India

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Anthropic wants caution but the market wants more AI

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Analysis by Alan Kohler

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Bullock says RBA will re-tender KPMG whistleblower hotline contract amid scandals

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RBA not concerned about stagflation or wage-price spiral

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Emissions drop again, fuelling hopes Australia's hit a tipping point

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Billy Slater to play peacemaker after Maroons stars' fiery club clash

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Aussies crowned rugby sevens world champions after conquering NZ

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Players left in tears as Danish star Eriksen collapses during friendly

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Zverev claims first major with French Open victory

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Love story: Accepting my body is my greatest achievement

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Perspective by Carly Findlay OAM

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A dreamy, creamy chicken soup you'll want to eat out of the pot

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Many swear by gardening as a mood booster. Does the evidence back this?

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The best fresh produce to shop for in June

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Food and Drink

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Race Around The World has begun – catch the first round of films

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'Silly revenge fantasy' asks how millennials will ever afford a house

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Who gets to write symphonies beyond Beethoven and why it matters

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How Matt Corby overcame 19 years of fear and found magic in tragedy

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List of ABC Shows

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