It’s Friday! Here are this week’s big news stories and some you may have missed:
The Big News
- On Monday, the first phase of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire began with the exchange of hostages and detainee. The US-brokered ceasefire aims to end the deadly Gaza war.
- Aboriginal deaths in custody have hit a record high this year, with 12 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people dying in custody in NSW so far this year.
- Five million Qantas customers have had their personal information leaked on the dark web by Scattered Lappus$ Hunters, an international hacker group.
What else happened this week?
Candace Owen denied entry into Australia
Candace Owen Farmer, a US conservative commentator, has been denied a visa by the High Court under the character test. She had planned a speaking tour across Australia.
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4Chan not included in under-16 social media ban
The E Safety Commissioner has confirmed that 4Chan, the anonymous online message board, will not be included in the under-16s social media ban that comes into effect in December.
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World Triathlon Championships taking place in Wollongong
The World Triathlon Championship Finals are taking place in Wollongong with nearly 5,000 athletes across the globe attending. It's the first time in seven years that Australia has hosted the event.
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Media watchdog reports Kyle and Jackie O show continues to broadcast offensive content
After an investigation, media watchdog ACMA reported that the Kyle and Jackie O Show repeatedly aired offensive, vulgar, and sexually explicit content, and their owners ARN were unwilling or unable to stop them.
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Tropical rainforest trees shift to source of emissions amid rising temperatures
Queensland's tropical rainforest trees are shifting from a carbon sink to an emissions source due to rising temperatures. It's the first time this has been observed globally.
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NSW government to claim up to $70 million from unused Opal cards for transport improvements
Up to $70 million may be claimed from unused Opal cards as the NSW government seeks funds for transport improvements.
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Most Australians support US alliance despite concerns about Trump and democracy
A US Studies Centre poll shows most Australians favour the US alliance despite negative views of the Trump administration and concerns about the erosion of democracy in America.
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Australia's baby recession deepens with record-low fertility rate
The latest research from the Australian Bureau of Statistics shows Australia’s baby recession has worsened, with a record low fertility rate.
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Australians' data leaked amid rising cyber attacks
The prime minister, opposition leader, and millions of other Australians have had their personal details leaked online. This latest breech occurred after the Signals Directorate warned of rising cyber-attacks costing billions.
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And now for some good news:
A dolphin calf rescued after week-long effort off NSW coast
A dolphin calf has been freed after becoming tangled in fishing line off the NSW mid North Coast. The release followed a week-long rescue by Sea World Foundation, ORRCA and a local dive centre.
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See you next time!
