Morning everyone. In the depths of the north Atlantic, eerily close to the bow of the doomed Titanic itself, a piece of the tail cone of the missing submersible carrying five people to view the wreck has been found. It was the initial confirmation of the worst fears of family, friends and search teams. US Coast Guard officials believe the underwater explorers died instantly in a “catastrophic implosion”. We’ve got live coverage and reports on the drama that has gripped the world. Back home, reform groups are hailing the success of alcohol bans in Alice Springs, and we’re asking if the ABC should really be on TikTok. Plus: in the women’s Ashes, Ellyse Perry fell one short of a century but helped set up a formidable first innings total.
Australia
‘Noticeable’ impact | Alcohol restrictions in the Northern Territory are having a “noticeable” positive impact, advocates say, as police statistics show a drop in family violence callouts, property offences and other antisocial behaviour.
Dust bowl | Dust from Newcrest Cadia goldmine in central NSW – Australia’s largest – is 11 times over the regulatory limit, according to the environment watchdog, which said it was “completely unacceptable”.
Climate protest | New South Wales premier Chris Minns has been lambasted by civil liberties advocates for his government’s attempts to limit the impact of climate activists by preventing them from livestreaming protests on Facebook.
‘Watered down’ | An attempt to stop the practice of Queensland police investigating their fellow officers is being watered down in its implementation by the state’s corruption watchdog, sources say.
Nazi auction row | A Gold Coast auction house that sold Nazi artefacts online has defended the sale by stating unnamed politicians were among the buyers. Danielle Elizabeth Auctions said the sale – which included posters of Hitler, uniforms and daggers – was “legal”.
World
‘Sadly lost’ | The discovery of several pieces of debris from the Titanic submersible was made by a remotely operated vehicle earlier today and was confirmation that the crew would not be found alive, US Coast Guard officials said this morning (pictured). The operating company, Oceangate, released a statement saying they believe the five people, who included the firm’s chief executive and British billionaire Hamish Harding, have “sadly been lost”. Follow our rolling coverage here and we also have a timeline of how the disaster unfolded.
‘Flawed democracy’ | India has been secretly working to keep its reputation as the “world’s largest democracy” alive after being downgraded by the global Democracy Index to a “flawed democracy” under the rule of Narendra Modi, who is currently on a major diplomatic mission to the US.
Rate pain | The Bank of England has raised interest rates by a half point to 5% to tackle stubbornly high inflation, adding to the strain on struggling households and heaping more opprobrium on the Tory government.
Brexit blame | Only 18% of 2016 leave voters believe Brexit has been a success and they blame politicians for letting them down, according to a poll. It also finds that 61% think it will turn out well in the end.
Cheeky check out | Indian police are investigating how a suspected fraudster managed to spend nearly two years in a five-star hotel in Delhi, before leaving behind an unpaid bill of $100,000.
Full Story
Does the ABC belong on TikTok?
As the ABC embarks on a major digital restructure, Guardian Australia’s head of news Mike Ticher and deputy news editor Jo Tovey discuss whether the ABC can change with the times.
In-depth
It is 75 years since a ship carrying prospective workers from the Caribbean docked at Tilbury in London and the name of that vessel, Windrush, has become synonymous with a whole generation of postwar immigration to the UK. King Charles marked the anniversary by hailing the “immeasurable” difference those pioneers made to Britain and there were street celebrations (pictured). Grandchildren of the first migrants discuss the legacy as a “badge of honour”, and Hugh Muir salutes how they survived in a hostile, white Britain.
Not the news
Shane Warne would no doubt have loved being the subject of a two-part television drama and, having packed so much into his life, he could have expected it to be pretty good. Alas, Warnie the drama is “chaotically incompetent”, according to Luke Buckmaster’s one-star review, with a narration from the man himself (played by Alex Williams) adding to the feeling that it is just a “bit off” and hurried out too soon after his death.
The world of sport
Women’s Ashes | Ellyse Perry’s knock of 99 has left Australia in control of the women’s Ashes Test although England took some hope from late wickets at Trent Bridge.
Women’s State of Origin | Queensland lost a thrilling contest 18-14 to New South Wales last night, but still retained the shield in front of a record 18,000 crowd in Townsville.
The Ashes | Former Australia opener Matthew Hayden has joined Ricky Ponting in attacking England’s Ollie Robinson for his sledging by calling him a “forgettable cricketer”.
Media roundup
The Australian reveals “an extraordinary diplomatic standoff” over attempts by the government to evict the Russians from a plot of land in Canberra that they want to use for a future embassy. The Sydney Morning Herald also spruiks a scoop that children in parts of Sydney will be guaranteed access to co-ed public high schools in a major win for parents. The tourism industry faces “catastrophe” unless the march of fire ants is halted on the Gold Coast, the Bulletin reports. The rental crisis has spread far and wide with the Broome Advertiser reporting that desperate would-be tenants are bribing agents in a bid to secure properties.
What’s happening today
Melbourne | Rally against the Aukus pact at 6pm with speakers including Peter Garrett.
Tasmania | Parliamentary inquiry into planning for the $715m stadium in Hobart.
Politics | Declaration of nominations for Fadden byelection.
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Brain teaser
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