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Reptiles evolved earlier than we thought, newly discovered claw-mark fossils suggest

New fossilized tracks made by an ancient reptile indicate that these animals evolved tens of millions of years sooner than scientists first thought.

LiveScience

Jailed Aussie writer showing 'profound courage': PM

Anthony Albanese has praised jailed Australian Yang Hengjun after he released a letter from his Chinese prison cell pleading for help to come home.

AAP

PM promises stronger ties with Jakarta 'only the start'

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has met with Indonesian president Prabowo Subianto during the first overseas trip of his second term in office.

AAP

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Ex-Man Utd, Chelsea Star Hints at Move Into Club Ownership

World Cup winner Juan Mata is currently playing in Australia and could invest in a new A-League venture.

Sports Illustrated

A new discovery is rewriting the history of evolution by millions of years

The emergence of the first land-dwelling animals is estimated to have occurred around 400 million years ago

The Independent UK

Newly discovered frog species from 55 million years ago challenges evolutionary tree

Australian tree frogs today make up over one third of all known frog species on the continent. Among this group, iconic species such as the green tree frog (Litoria caerulea) and the green and golden bell frog (Litoria aurea), are both beloved for their vivid colours and distinctive calls.

The Conversation

Australia’s wage growth remains solid. But now the recovery needs to be sustained

The government must not let up on policies which enable workers to bargain for decent pay rises

The Guardian - AU

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‘If I didn’t have kids, I am dead’: Jasmine’s dreams turned into nightmare six weeks after arriving in Australia

Migrants and refugee women who experience domestic violence face major hurdles to get help. One centre in NSW is trying to change that

The Guardian - AU

‘Turning point’: claw print fossils found in Australia rewrite story of amniotes by 40 million years

The discovery by two local fossil hunters on a river bank in Victoria has ‘potentially far-reaching implications’, scientists say

The Guardian - AU

How ancient reptile footprints are rewriting the history of when animals evolved to live on land

Scientists in Australia have identified the oldest known fossil footprints of a reptile-like animal on a slab of sandstone recovered near Melbourne

The Independent UK

June Dryburgh was asked to help out at an abortion clinic. She stayed for 47 years

For almost five decades, she witnessed first-hand how access to safe and legal abortion improves women’s lives. Now, she fears for the future

The Guardian - AU

Politics with Michelle Grattan: Andrew Leigh on more productive work in the age of AI

Australia’s productivity performance has stagnated for years, and Treasurer Jim Chalmers has declared addressing this is a second term priority.

The Conversation

‘Tears blur my vision’: Australian writer jailed in Beijing thanks Albanese for support in emotional letter

Yang Hengjun writes he can ‘only use a silent voice to thank you and all the people who care for and love me’

The Guardian - AU

Australia's first ever home-grown orbital rocket set for debut launch May 15 after delay

Australian company Gilmour Space is poised to launch Australia's first-ever orbital rocket designed and manufactured in the land down under.

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The Independent UK

Australia removes monument to renowned British explorer James Cook

A local government has decided against repairing the often vandalised statue

The Guardian - UK

Jamie Smith: ‘To win an away Ashes would be every England cricketer’s dream’

England’s wicketkeeper-batter on the innings that changed his career, the influence of Kevin Pietersen and a huge year of Test cricket ahead

The Independent UK

Australian local government removes often-vandalized monument to renowned British explorer

An Australian local government has decided against repairing an often-vandalized monument to renowned British explorer James Cook because it would be destroyed again

The Independent UK

Legendary tattooist’s fortune sparks inheritance fight between ‘secret’ daughter and widow

Dennis Cockell retired from tattooing in 2007 after taking on a second career as the Queen’s handyman

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AAP

South Africa make IPL call in bid to take down Aussies

South Africa's players have been told to prioritise beating Australia over playing IPL finals, as the Aussies are left to make their own calls on returning.

The Conversation

Soon, your boss will have to pay your wages and super at the same time. Here’s how everyone could benefit

If you have a job in Australia, you’ve probably noticed each of your payslips has a section telling you how much superannuation will be paid alongside your wages.

AAP

Australia records big bump in pregnancy heat-risk days

Extreme heat is linked to a host of maternal health problems and Australia is already experiencing more days hot enough to pose pregnancy risks.

The Independent UK

Olympic cyclist Rohan Dennis receives suspended sentence over wife’s death

Australian Olympian Melissa Hoskins died aged 32 after being hit by a car outside the couple’s Adelaide home

AAP

Triantis EPL dreams alive as Black Cats reach Wembley

Australian Nectar Triantis could be playing in the Premier League next season after a late goal booked Sunderland's spot in football's richest game.

International Business Times

Australian Seaweed Farm Tackles Burps To Help Climate

It is barely visible, and needs no irrigation or fertilisers: lying off the coast of Australia is a vast seaweed crop destined to curb livestock's climate-altering flatulence and belches.

AAP

Aussie shares edge higher for sixth session of gains

The Australian share market has edged slightly higher after a quiet trading session with a relative lack of news capping market volatility.

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