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State of disaster declared in Victoria as out-of-control fires continue to burn -- Three people who had been reported missing have been located and Victoria's premier has declared a state of disaster as fast-moving bushfires threaten dozens of towns.

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Live: Trio missing in Victorian fires found safe, as heatwave intensifies across NSW

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'Rich have become poor': Venezuelans describe their daily struggle -- The ABC hears from residents of Venezuela's capital, Caracas, about the struggles of daily life and their hopes and fears after American intervention.

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ABC 50/50 quiz: Test your knowledge of Ben Affleck, 80s TV and your own body -- Every question has only two options: One is right and the other is wrong. You have an even chance of guessing correctly each time.

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How the Sopranos transformed TV as we know it -- Restaurant owners in New York would eventually complain of "the Soprano effect" when they lost trade on Sunday nights as patrons headed home to watch the show.

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How a horse-mad girl from the outback became queen of racing in Queensland -- Angela Jones became the number one jockey in Queensland in 2025. Now, the determined young woman, who grew up on a central Queensland cattle farm, wants Group 1 glory.

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Police urge drivers to avoid floodwaters as multiple people rescued -- Authorities hope fines will deter motorists from driving into flooded waters, after nearly half-a-dozen vehicles are stranded in two weeks.

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How to avoid fly and maggot infestations in your home -- Forecast heatwave conditions across large parts of the country could mean flies and maggots are more prevalent. Here's how to deal with them.

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Is it safe to exercise outside during hot weather amid heatwave? -- Despite parts of Australia experiencing the worst heatwave conditions since the 2019-20 Black Summer, people can still be spotted braving the hot weather to go for a run. Should they be doing this?

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How to avoid heatstroke and when to call Triple Zero as temperature soars -- Extreme heat forecast for the next few days has prompted warnings form health experts. Here's how to stay safe.

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Why do nudists prefer to bare all? Millions of Australians head to the beach over summer, kitted out in board shorts, bikinis or budgie smugglers.But a smaller group will swim wearing nothing at all. Duration: 3 minutes 45 seconds - 3 - m - 45 - s

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