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Looking for something to play? Here are the best games of 2026 so far
From cosy builders to hectic shooters and all the way through to nostalgic adventures, there are lots of gems to enjoy on your favourite game console so f...
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Ann Patchett on why stalkers want her to read their novels
The bestselling author of books including Bel Canto, Tom Lake and her latest, Whistler, is determined to see the good in everyone. Newsiline summarises th...
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State of Origin quiz: Tackle our More or Less challenge ahead of Game II
Today's ABC More or Less quiz challenges you to go deep into AFL territory and come away with the win. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Aust...
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Live: Day of superstars begins with Mbappe and France against Senegal
Day six at the World Cup features a number of superstar strikers, beginning with a blockbuster between Kylian Mbappe's France and Senegal at New York New...
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UK investigates reports Russian ship fired at yacht in English Channel
Russia's defence ministry said it fired the warning shots to divert the yacht that approached on a dangerous course in the English Channel. Newsiline summ...
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FBI says plot to attack White House UFC event with drones thwarted
US media says five people are in custody in connection with the plot, that involved flying explosive-laden drones towards buildings near last weekend's Wh...
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I gave my number at an open house. How do I get random real estate agents to stop harassing me?
The law is on your side, policy professional Kat George writes. Newsiline summarises this report from The Guardian Australia and links readers to the orig...
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Finally, an interest rate reprieve – but a ceasefire in the Middle East doesn’t have the RBA popping champagne yet
Governor Michele Bullock delivers a strong message after the Reserve Bank holds the cash rate at 4.35%, ending a run of three rises RBA interest rates: Re...
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Kenyan student Sheila Chebii fell 15 floors to her death while working at a Sydney hotel. Her family want answers
A month after the tragedy, mystery surrounds the death of the ‘cheerful’ 25-year-old who came to Australia to pursue her dreams Get our breaking news emai...
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Half of all fatal shark attacks happen in Australia. How can you protect yourself – and do electronic deterrents work?
From shark bite-resistant wetsuits to wearable devices, experts say there are ways to reduce your risk in the ocean Get our breaking news email, free app...
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Police failed to act on repeated warnings about a violent man before he killed a toddler. But that’s not the most shocking thing about this case
The Mason Lee case was not an anomaly. Newsiline summarises this report from The Guardian Australia and links readers to the original publisher for the fu...
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The NDIS spent a year fighting our request to give our quadriplegic kid a wheelchair. Talk about wasteful | Natasha Sholl
What’s frustrating about Labor’s budget cuts is that they imply disabled people are to blame for cost blow-outs When our son was 11 I was looking to resto...
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ATO outsource call centre workers paid 40% less than public service peers, Fair Work submission claims
Ahead of ‘same job, same pay’ hearings, former call centre worker Nathan Brunne says pay gap is structural and widens at senior levels Get our breaking ne...
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One Nation’s health policies based on misconceptions and may cost the taxpayer, experts warn
Former Howard-era adviser says Pauline Hanson’s party is channelling Donald Trump’s health agenda Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podc...
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Time for Russia to make a deal to end Ukraine war, Trump says
Donald Trump says Moscow should "make a deal" to end the war with Ukraine as G7 leaders have agreed to intensify pressure on Russia. Newsiline summarises...
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Russian artist who satirised Putin shot dead in Poland
Two Belarusian nationals are arrested in connection with the killing, authorities say. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Australia and links...
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US military plans major war stockpile on Australian soil
The massive buildup of weapons is part of an Asia-wide regional defence strategy to counter the rise of China. Newsiline summarises this report from SBS N...
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Donald Trump maintains Iran will never have nuclear weapons
Speaking on the sidelines of the G7 in France, Donald Trump says Iran will never have nuclear weapons. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Aust...
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Jacinta Allan refuses to admit cost of CFMEU corruption to taxpayers
Embattled Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan has refused to answer repeated questions over how much CFMEU corruption has cost taxpayers in the state, a scand...
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Father of Australian girl shot by police while visiting Pakistan demands justice
Hania Ahmed, 9, died after Punjab police opened fire on suspected robbers as well as her family in Chakwal Get our breaking news email, free app or daily...
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Officer tells inquest he gave man one second to drop knife before fatal shot
A Special Emergency Response Team officer tells a coronial inquest it took one second or less to storm a bathroom and fire the shot that killed Far North...
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Alice Springs Victims of Crimes branch to close amid funding insecurity
The Alice Springs branch of Victims of Crime NT will be closed by the end of the week, with the organisation's chief executive citing funding insecurity....
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Ben Roberts-Smith’s bail varied so alleged war criminal can attend Australian War Memorial opening
Former SAS soldier had been invited along with all other living Victoria Cross recipients, judge told Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news...
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Teenager accused of planning terror attack targeted LNP over nuclear policy
A teenager accused of planning a terror attack in Brisbane allegedly wanted to target the Liberal National Party over their nuclear policy. Newsiline summ...
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Tunisia names new World Cup coach after sudden axing
Tunisia wastes no time in appointing a new coach at the World Cup following the sacking of Sabri Lamouchi in the wake of the humiliating 5-1 loss to Swede...
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'Reasonable possibility' father injected insulin himself, murder trial jury told
A woman standing trial accused of murdering her parents with insulin has denied the allegations, while her defence lawyer has told the jury the possibilit...
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Opposition leader meets Kumanjayi Little Baby’s grandmother, calls for audits
Federal Opposition Leader Angus Taylor has visited Alice Springs, where he has met family of Kumanjayi Little Baby and renewed the Coalition's calls for d...
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Australia's 'deadliest year on record' exposes a worsening hidden crisis
Australia has marked a tragic milestone, new figures suggest. Newsiline summarises this report from SBS News Australia and links readers to the original p...
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Canberra man faces trial for attempting to murder his wife after night out
A jury hears a Canberra man on trial for allegedly attempting to murder his wife whispered "I'm going to kill you" in her ear shortly before stabbing her...
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Iraq coach Graham Arnold has achieved something at the World Cup no other Australian has
Graham Arnold has already proven himself a legend to 46 million Iraqis. Newsiline summarises this report from SBS News Australia and links readers to the...
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Trio guilty of murdering teen Ethan Hoac in 'appalling' machete attack
A third man has been found guilty of murdering 14-year-old Ethan Hoac in an unprovoked machete attack in Melbourne's north-west in 2023. Newsiline summari...
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Daley reveals Strange's new role as Blues aim to clinch Origin series win
After his starring role for the Blues in State of Origin I, Ethan Srange is given a new assignment against the Maroons at the MCG on Wednesday night. News...
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Afternoon Update: RBA holds official cash rate; Grill’d sued over alleged greenwashing; and why Dutch children are so happy
Want to get this in your inbox every weekday? Newsiline summarises this report from The Guardian Australia and links readers to the original publisher for...
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Ben Roberts-Smith's bail conditions varied to attend war memorial event
War veteran Ben Roberts-Smith's bail conditions have been varied so he can attend an opening at the Australian War Memorial in Canberra next week. Newsili...
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NSW Ombudsman slams 24/7 prisoner lock-in as 'unlawful and oppressive'
The NSW Ombudsman says 33 protective custody prisoners at South Coast Correctional Centre were unlawfully locked in their cells 24/7 for up to three month...
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BoM forecasts strong El Niño and warns climate change could amplify any effects on Australia
El Niño events linked with extreme weather around the world – and can increase risk of bushfires in Australia and coral bleaching on Great Barrier Reef Fo...