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Afternoon Update: ABC ordered to pay Lattouf $150,000; Jimmy Kimmel returns to TV; and how an anime flag became a protest icon

Court finds ABC ‘abjectly surrendered’ to pro-Israel lobbyists and ‘let down the Australian public badly’

The Guardian - AU

How exactly would a Triple Zero custodian help prevent a repeat of the fatal Optus outage?

In the wake of last week’s Optus network outage that left multiple people dead after they were unable to call Triple Zero for help, there has been much discussion about the need for a Triple Zero custodian in Australia.

The Conversation

'The right time to step down': Hockeyroos coach

Hockeyroos great Katrina Powell has quit as coach of Australia's women's team after rebuilding a criticised culture in the elite program.

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Opera Australia’s Tahu Matheson says next season’s line-up transcends theatre

From the depths of Paris to the heart of Australia’s high country, Opera Australia’s 70th anniversary program will bring audiences on a journey

The Guardian - AU

Facebook data reveal the devastating real-world harms caused by the spread of misinformation

Twenty-one years after Facebook’s launch, Australia’s top 25 news outlets now have a combined 27.6 million followers on the platform. They rely on Facebook’s reach more than ever, posting far more stories there than in the past.

The Conversation

Australia’s under 16s social media ban could extend to Reddit, Twitch, Roblox and even dating apps

Lego Play and Steam among the unexpected additions to the list that includes Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and X

The Guardian - AU

Bourse operator told to shape up after risk failings

The Reserve Bank has delivered a scathing assessment of governance and risk culture failings as part of an inquiry into Australia's stock exchange operator.

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Social media age restrictions may go further than you thought. Here’s how

Australia’s eSafety Commissioner, Julie Inman Grant, today outlined an updated list of platforms that may fall under the social media age restrictions that will take effect later this year.

The Conversation

Scientists 'dismayed' as PM to speak on climate target

The prime minister will speak on the 2035 climate target at the UN General Assembly as the fight to secure hosting rights for a global climate summit continues.

AAP

WhatsApp, Twitch Among Sites That Could Face Australia Under-16s Social Media Ban

Tech companies including WhatsApp and Reddit as well as streaming giant Twitch and gaming firm Roblox could be among more than a dozen sites added to Australia's social media ban for under-16s, the country's regulator said Wednesday.

International Business Times

Circus hopefuls ready to flip the script on skills gap

Australian circus artists perform all over the world, but the local industry is facing a skills shortage. New qualifications hope to change that.

AAP

Demoted Liberal backs Ley rival as internal rift widens

Liberal leader Sussan Ley is under growing pressure from members of her backbench as a breakaway faction backs Western Australian MP Andrew Hastie.

AAP

Opals coach without WNBA gig after shock Liberty move

Opals coach Sandy Brondello has been let go by the New York Liberty after the WNBA team opted not to renew the Australian's contract.

AAP

Cordial or car crash: PM to face meeting Trump test

Australia's relationship with the US will likely remain strong even if a meeting between Anthony Albanese and Donald Trump descends into chaos, one expert says.

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Tino stays with Australia for Ashes with family support

Tino Fa'asuamaleaui received the crucial support of his father Fereti to stick with representing Australia in the Ashes series that kicks off next month.

The Guardian - AU

Morning Mail: Trump lashes out in address to UN, Labor ‘lawfare’ in NDIS appeals, turmoil at men-only Savage club

European countries are ‘going to hell’ unless they expel migrants, US president says at general assembly; federal spend on legal battles increases

The Guardian - AU

Albanese meets Trump; inflation wipes out 2026 rate hopes, economists say – as it happened

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The Conversation

Countries are threatening to boycott Eurovision over Israel’s inclusion. How will Australia respond?

Last week, Spain joined Ireland, Slovenia, Iceland and the Netherlands in announcing it will not take part in Eurovision 2026 if Israel is allowed to participate. Other countries such as Belgium and Finland have indicated they are considering withdrawing. Boycotting countries would not send an act, pay to participate or…

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New measles cases in Queensland show ‘herd immunity’ is more important than ever

The World Health Organization (WHO) declared Australia free of measles in 2014.

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PM greeted by Trump at exclusive leaders' reception

Anthony Albanese has met Donald Trump at the president's welcome reception for world leaders in New York after the pair locked in a formal sit-down for October.

AAP

Call to revamp parental leave to benefit entire family

Sex Discrimination Commissioner Anna Cody has issued a call to action to employers, governments unions and the public to challenge outdated gender norms.

The Independent UK

Will Jacks named in England’s Ashes squad with new vice-captain Harry Brook

Jacks has been handed the final spot in a 16-man squad that travels to Australia with hopes of reclaiming the urn for the first time since 2015.

The Independent UK

Will Jacks handed surprise Ashes call-up as England overlook Rehan Ahmed and Chris Woakes for Australia

Jacks appears to have got the nod ahead of Ahmed and Liam Dawson as back-up to lead spinner Shoaib Bashir, while fast bowler Mark Wood is fit to return

The Guardian - AU

Australia may have to choose between a Chinese TikTok and one owned by Trump’s billionaire backers

Expert raises concerns about what US TikTok deal could mean for News Corp’s ‘worrying dominance’ in Australian media

The Guardian - AU

Coalition MPs say Australia’s emissions are a fraction of the world’s total. What kind of argument is that?

Australia’s emissions are only about 1.1% of the global total. But it is scientifically wrong to say half a billion tonnes of CO2 don’t matter, experts say

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