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Henry Nowak's killer appeals conviction and sentence
Vickrum Digwa is serving a minimum of 21 years behind bars after fatally stabbing the student. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Storie...
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Zuma showing South Africa 'middle finger' by meeting Gupta brother - minister
Former President Zuma's trip to India reignites anger over a decade-old corruption scandal. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - World and lin...
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Venezuelans rush to identify the bodies of their loved ones as earthquake deaths multiply
Many fear mass graves are coming as they search for the bodies of loved ones who died in the earthquakes. Newsiline summarises this report from PBS NewsHo...
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'The actor who raped me ruined my dream of acting'
Oliwia Wudarowicz speaks about the impact of being abused by actor Alexander Westwood. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Entertainment &...
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Trump heads to Mount Rushmore as America 250 celebrations ramp up amid extreme heat
Officials have warned those celebrating the holiday to stay hydrated and take air-conditioned breaks as needed. Newsiline summarises this report from PBS...
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Nigeria: US pulls some troops after anti-IS operation
The United States has withdrawn most of the forces it deployed for a recent operation against "Islamic State" militants in northeastern Nigeria, but it is...
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NASA’s Hubble Captures Crimson Cloud Sparkling with White, Blue Stars
Blue and white stars shine brightly against crimson gas in this image from NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope. Newsiline summarises this report from NASA - New...
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We’ve had a gutful of politicians failing to act on harm from the pokies. This is a critical moment for NSW Labor | Darcy Byrne
There are almost 90,000 poker machines in our state. Newsiline summarises this report from The Guardian Australia and links readers to the original publis...
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Cold feet and cooling prices: Australia’s property market is transforming – and first home buyers aren’t biting
Exclusive: Data shows buyers are not rushing to get into the market, despite lower prices and less competition Get our breaking news email, free app or da...
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MP disappointed by Starmer response on hospital
Al Pinkerton says the proposed site for the new Frimley Park hospital is "fundamentally unsuitable". Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Poli...
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One Nation is campaigning directly to Christians. But will party policies rub against worshippers’ conscience?
Anti-abortion policies may have appeal, but with one in three Australian churchgoers born overseas, talk of a monoculture may put them off Get our breakin...
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German row over plan for workers to need sick note on first day of illness
A doctors' group says it "borders on madness" that patients will have to obtain the note in person. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Healt...
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NSW government ‘absolutely thrilled’ to welcome OpenAI ... until someone mentioned the Terminator films
Emails sent between MP Anoulak Chanthivong’s staff take cautious approach to AI giant arriving in Sydney – despite the government’s encouragement Get our...
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Europe’s ‘murder capital’ slashed violent crime with a radical program. Will it work in Victoria?
An early intervention program developed in Scotland is showing promising signs – but in an election year full of punitive rhetoric, its future is uncertai...
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Almost no one is happy with Labor’s gambling crackdown. Albanese may as well do the right thing and get tough
A NSW mayor’s push against pokies should serve as inspiration for federal Labor to make stronger moves against the harms of gambling addiction When the Ne...
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In Thailand’s sex tourism hub, bright lights flash, loud music blares – and underage girls are exploited
The death of a Thai girl has highlighted the dangers of the country’s illegal but ‘normalised’ sex tourism trade Sky Kanyarat was playing pool in the earl...
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Entire NSW Labor left calls for controversial anti-protest laws to be scrapped ahead of party conference
Fifty-six state branches want the laws reviewed, while gambling, Aukus and Palestine are also on the agenda Get our breaking news email, free app or daily...
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Free electricity in Australia, and the week's other eco wins
Germans save an ancient woodland from coal mining, Australia gives away surplus solar power, and how does a city become the world's best place for cyclist...
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Syrian ex-colonel accused of crimes against humanity deemed 'unfit to plead'
Salem Al-Salem, 58, is charged with three counts of murder as a crime against humanity, three counts of torture and one charge of conduct ancillary to mur...
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Jürgen Klopp and Germany: A partnership long in the making
In one of the worst-kept secret in football, the former Dortmund and Liverpool coach looks to be on the verge of becoming Germany's new boss. Newsiline su...
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Heat wave: European countries report 3,700 excess deaths
Thousands of excess fatalities have been recorded across Europe following last week's heat wave, especially among older people. Newsiline summarises this...
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Osaka reaches Wimbledon fourth round for first time
Former world number one Naomi Osaka speeds into the fourth round of Wimbledon for the first time with a confident win over Daria Kasatkina. Newsiline summ...
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UK in talks with Pakistan about deporting grooming gang leader
The prime minister's spokesperson says the government is exploring "all possible options in this case". Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - P...
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US withdraws troops from Nigeria after Islamic State mission
The US said the joint operation, which began in December last year, was a success. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - World and links reader...
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Three men found not guilty of Lyra McKee murder
The 29-year-old was shot while observing rioting in Londonderry in April 2019. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories and links read...
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Google, Amazon emissions rise sharply, driven by AI boom
US tech giants Google and Amazon have reported a strong increase in greenhouse gas emissions in 2025. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Welle...
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Curran wants chance to replace Stokes in Test team
Sam Curran wants the opportunity to fill the vacancy left by Ben Stokes, but says he will not be putting pressure on himself to make a return to Test cric...
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How to calm an overstimulated mind
Kimberley asks her guest, chartered psychologist Dr Ellie Buckley, why we get sensory overload. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health an...
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'Everyone loved Diogo' - Jota remembered one year on
On the first anniversary of Diogo Jota's death, Caoimhin Kelleher, Arne Slot, Nuno Espirito Santo, Conor Coady and Paulo Goncalves share their memories of...
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Far-right AfD threatens eastern Germany's energy transition
Germany's far-right AfD wants to revive coal and nuclear power and curb non-EU immigration. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Welle - All Eng...
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Right-wing AfD threatens eastern Germany's energy transition
Germany's right-wing AfD wants to revive coal and nuclear power and curb non-EU immigration. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Welle - All En...
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Can inspectors return to Iran's nuclear sites?
The UN nuclear watchdog says inspections of Iran's nuclear program are possible in principle. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Welle - All E...
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Sudan: Catastrophe unfolding in el-Obeid: UN rights envoy
As summary executions, abductions, torture and sexual violence plague el-Obeid, Sudan, the UN's human rights chief said the world must take action to stop...
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Interpol issues wanted notice for Monaco bombing suspect
Investigators are hunting for a woman they say "disguised herself as a man" in connection with in a bomb attack that targeted a wealthy businessman in Mon...
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WATCH: 5 little-known stories from U.S. military history
Monumental figures throughout history have helped shape the nation by leading or serving in its armed forces. Newsiline summarises this report from PBS Ne...
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Mum of TikToker has murder sentence appeal rejected
Ansreen Bukhari was convicted of the murder of Saqib Hussain and Hashim Ijazuddin in February 2022. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top S...