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Dismissal of Ukraine's popular defense minister draws intense criticism
As Ukraine signs drone deals and awaits licenses for Patriot missiles, the country's popular, tech-savvy defense minister, who helped Ukraine turn the tab...
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What's next for Iran as strikes between the U.S. and Tehran resume
NPR's Leila Fadel talks to Richard Nephew, former deputy special envoy for Iran, about what Iran may do next, now that both sides have resumed daily bomba...
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Venezuela's earthquake recovery overshadows its push for democracy
After twin earthquakes killed thousands, Venezuela's recovery effort has pushed another crisis into the background: the fight for a return to democracy. N...
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As Venezuela recovers from twin earthquakes, its return to democracy is delayed
After twin earthquakes killed thousands, Venezuela's recovery effort has pushed another crisis into the background: the fight for a return to democracy. N...
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Bellingham slapped Argentina substitute after England exit
Jude Bellingham sparks melee as he slaps Argentina substitute Valentin Barco on the back of the head following England's 2-1 World Cup semi-final defeat....
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Pakistan resisting UK attempts to deport grooming gang leader
The government of Pakistan says it has "no connection whatsoever" with the case of Shabir Ahmed. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politics...
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Live: Broncos premiership defence on the line against NRL-leading Panthers
The Penrith Panthers and Brisbane Broncos have won the past five NRL premierships between them, but their 2026 campaigns could not be any different. Newsi...
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AI: Why Europe is falling behind, and how it can catch up
Europe trails the US and China in artificial intelligence. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Welle - All English and links readers to the ori...
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Why Europe is falling behind in AI — and how to catch up
Europe trails the US and China in artificial intelligence. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Welle - All English and links readers to the ori...
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Will gold prices extend their record-breaking run?
Predictions suggest the price of the precious metal will keep hitting new record highs as investors seek a safe bet in turbulent times. Newsiline summaris...
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Spain v Argentina: Who will win at the World Cup's biggest stage?
Argentina are chasing back-to-back World Cup titles, while Spain are seeking to lift the trophy for the first time since 2010. Newsiline summarises this r...
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Ambulances arriving late to lower-priority patients, SA opposition says
Data obtained by the South Australian opposition shows fewer ambulances are arriving on time to priority 3 and 4 patients. Newsiline summarises this repor...
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Delay in revealing theft of medical data labelled 'unacceptable'
Cybersecurity experts have questioned why Partnered Health took more than three weeks to reveal it had been the victim of a data breach. Newsiline summari...
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Aboriginal death in custody confirmed at privately-run NSW prison
A 21-year-old Aboriginal man has died at the privately-run Clarence Correctional Centre in northern NSW. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Au...
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Report finds Brisbane has country's best nightlife — if it's Thursday
The Queensland capital outranks every other city for Thursday nightlife trade, a report finds. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Australia an...
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East-West border death zone now Germany's biodiversity oasis
Many endangered species now live in the area that once formed the border between East and West Germany. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Wel...
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Public art lightning rod 'blue blob' turns one
The blue sculpture that's been the subject of love, loathing, debate and international headlines for googly eyed-vandalism has made it to its first birthd...
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Ofcom launches investigation into TikTok child safety concerns
It follows a review by the regulator in May that criticised the platform for not being "safe enough" for children. Newsiline summarises this report from B...
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Romero labels Neville 'stupid' over criticism
Argentina defender Cristian Romero says player-turned-pundit Gary Neville was "stupid" to criticise his centre-back partnership with Lisandro Martinez. Ne...
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Police investigate drone footage after suspected underworld hit
Drone footage that reportedly captured a suspected underworld hit in Sydney is under investigation and "concerning", a senior NSW Police officer says. New...
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Drone footage captured suspected underworld hit in Sydney, police say
The use of a drone to capture footage of a suspected underworld hit in Sydney is under investigation and "concerning", a senior NSW Police officer says. N...
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BHP staff down tools for historic strike in Western Australia
Workers at the mining giant's operations in Port Hedland have walked off the job in one of the most significant industrial disputes to hit the resources s...
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Could Russia be about to lose its grip on chess leadership?
Russians have long pulled the strings when it comes to the governing body of international chess. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Welle - A...
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Iran targets military bases as US launches wave of strikes
Explosions were heard across Iran overnight, shortly after neighbouring Gulf states began to report attacks. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC New...
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Terrorist use of AI 'major national security concern', report finds
A report finds AI systems can be tricked into coaching extremists how to make bombs and plan attacks. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Austr...
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Firefighters battle through the night as wildfire burns across Cairngorms National Park
Members of the public are being urged to avoid Glenmore Forest Park and Loch Morlich as firefighting continues. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC...
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Snake in a chain: lucky escape for Australian woman after bite from deadly reptile caught in bike wheel
Woman in her 60s was riding on popular cycling trail in northern NSW when she ran over the two-metre-long eastern brown snake, one of the world’s most ven...
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Afternoon Update: Sam Neill’s cause of death announced; first case of bird flu in NZ; and Andy Burnham’s winding path to power
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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Transgender woman's 'humiliating' experience with major corporations
What should have been a quick process of updating personal details left Laura Mitchell "insulted" and "humiliated" by the country's largest institutions....
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Financial backer of embattled MP Moira Deeming requests loan repayment
Victorian Liberal MP Moira Deeming is embroiled in further court action, this time over funds she is owed from her successful defamation action so that sh...
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Smelter closure devastates Tasmanian community
Australia's only manganese smelter is ceasing operations, leaving more than 200 employees without work in northern Tasmania. Newsiline summarises this rep...
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Myanmar: More than 500 feared dead in capsized refugee boats, UN says
The UN has reported that two vessels carrying Rohingya refugees set off in hazardous conditions and are believed to have capsized. Newsiline summarises th...
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Wallabies coach gambles at selection table in Test farewell
Outgoing Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt is rolling the dice in his final Test in charge, relegating one of his key players to the bench for the clash with It...
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UK economy returns to growth in May
The modest growth reverses a slight contraction that had been seen the previous month. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Business and links...
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Alcatraz boat capsizing in San Francisco leaves 4 dead
A three-deck pontoon vessel sank off the famous prison island, which is now a tourist destination. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Welle -...
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Alcatraz boat capsizing near San Francisco leaves 4 dead
A three-deck pontoon vessel sank off the famous prison island, which is now a tourist destination. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Welle -...