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NZ backs UN proposal recognising Palestinians' sovereignty over natural resources
15 Nov 2024NZ has broken ranks with the US and Israel to vote in favour of a draft United Nations resolution.
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Trump picks RFK to lead top US health agency
15 Nov 2024Kennedy has been criticised for making false claims about vaccines and will now head an organisation with a $3 trillion budget.
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Trump drawing up list of military leaders to fire
15 Nov 2024Pete Hegseth, Trump's defence secretary pick, supports the Pentagon leadership overhaul.
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'Only in Australia': Couple comes home to find koala in bed
15 Nov 2024Fran Dias Rufino, who moved to Australia from Brazil, posted the unexpected encounter on Instagram, saying she was lost for words upon seeing the marsupial inside her home.
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Senator urges probe on Trump's pick for Attorney-General
15 Nov 2024Matt Gaetz has resigned his seat in the US House of Representatives, which would end a probe examining allegations of sexual misconduct and illicit drug use. He has denied wrongdoing.
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India's capital introduces stricter anti pollution measures as toxic smog hides Taj Mahal
15 Nov 2024These measures include banning non-essential construction in New Delhi, sprinkling water with dust suppressants on roads and mechanised sweeping.
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The Onion wins bid to buy Infowars
15 Nov 2024Infowars was sold off as part of a defamation settlement after conspiracy theorist Alex Jones falsely called the Sandy Hook Elementary School massacre a hoax.
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New York to launch $9 Manhattan congestion charge
15 Nov 2024Five New York Republicans in the US House of Representatives are urging incoming President Donald Trump to kill the charge.
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Israel accused of war crime in Gaza
15 Nov 2024There has been such widespread destruction in Gaza that 1.9 million Palestinians - more than 90 percent of the territory's population - have been displaced. Audio
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Don't just reduce plastic - refuse it, says ESR scientist
15 Nov 2024The warning comes as modelling published in the journal Science suggests plastic waste is likely to double by 2050.
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Baby red panda dies from 'stress' caused by fireworks
15 Nov 2024"The frightening noises seem to have been too much for her," zoo says amid calls for tighter restrictions.
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Another holiday hotspot cracks down on overtourism
14 Nov 2024The historic city is the latest to place restrictions on short-term rentals and tour groups, as officials say the status quo is unsustainable for residents.
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Trump picks Gaetz to be US attorney general
14 Nov 2024The congressman, who remains under investigation for sexual misconduct, said it would "be an honour to serve" in the role.
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Full House star reveals cancer diagnosis
14 Nov 2024Dave Coulier, who played Uncle Joey on the 90s sitcom, says treatment for his stage 3 non-Hodgkin lymphoma has been a "rollercoaster ride".
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GPs fighting 'pseudo beauty wellness' companies for IV fluids amid worldwide shortage
14 Nov 2024GPs fighting 'pseudo beauty wellness' companies for IV fluids
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Why do so many Americans want another Trump presidency?
2 Oct 2024There's "something cathartic" about Donald Trump for millions of Americans who feel disrespected or left behind by changed cultural norms, a best-selling author believes.
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Former Neighbours star under police investigation over Nazi salute
14 Nov 2024The investigation into the actor is ongoing.
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Donald Trump aide Dan Scavino appears to send warning to Kevin Rudd over social media posts
14 Nov 2024Rudd's posts criticised Trump and his administration.
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Man accused of murdering Australian mum pleads not guilty
14 Nov 2024Patrick Orren Stephenson elected to fast-track the case in order to go to Supreme Court for trial.
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Major boost for Trump agenda as Republicans win full control of Congress
14 Nov 2024Republicans have elected South Dakota's John Thune as the new senate leader.
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'An effing nightmare': Senior commanders react to Trump's new cabinet picks
14 Nov 2024Concerns raised were not personal, but about possible massive foreign policy changes under Donald Trump.
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'Do They Know It's Christmas' mix to be released for hit's 40th anniversary
14 Nov 2024An "ultimate mix" of Do They Know It's Christmas is set for release later this month to celebrate 40 years since the festive charity hit's recording.
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'Welcome back," Biden tells Trump at White House meeting
14 Nov 2024Joe Biden has promised a smooth transition of power to Donald Trump after the two spent years criticising each other.
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Sea Shepherd founder to remain in detention in Greenland amid extradition push from Japan
14 Nov 2024A court has ordered anti-whaling activist and environmentalist Paul Watson to remain in detention in Greenland, as authorities consider a request from Japan to extradite him on charges dating back…
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