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Concerns remain over country intersection where crash claimed five lives
Two years ago this intersection claimed the lives of five people in one of Victoria's deadliest crashes. Residents say not enough is being done to prevent the next tragedy.
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Fast bowling records will stay unless coaches 'let them be aggressive'
Shaun Tait's 161.1 kilometres per hour delivery in 2010 was the fastest ball ever bowled by an Australian and the second fastest ever bowled. Experts are concerned coaching methods may be hindering others from reaching those levels again.
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:Side hustles on the rise as Tasmanians lowest paid but working the most jobs
About 1 in 12 employed Tasmanians have at least two jobs, but the number of people with multiple jobs across the country is at an all-time high also, data shows.
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:Relatives of Israeli captives criticise Netanyahu's televised address
Relatives of Israeli captives criticise Netanyahu's televised address Relatives of Israeli captives held in Gaza have criticisedPrime Minister Benjamin Netanyahuโs address on Saturday evening, stating that he did not have a plan for the release of their loved ones. "Many words and slogans will not be able to hide the simple fact - Netanyahu has no plan," the Hostages and Missing Families Forum said. "We heard this...
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:This has been a Labor seat since 1984. That could change this election
Dissatisfaction with the Albanese government's stance on Israel-Palestine among many Arab and Muslim voters threatens to unseat Labor MPs, in some places for the first time.
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:Live: PM heads to mass while Dutton hosts barbecue for Easter Sunday
Both the PM and the opposition leader have issued Easter messages to the public, and are spending the day in their home towns. Follow live.
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:Meta, Amazon, YouTube among White House Easter Egg Roll sponsors
This year's White House Easter Egg roll on the South Lawn will feature events sponsored by some major corporations, including Amazon, Meta, Youtube. Amazon is sponsoring the reading nook offered to guests, while Meta plans to offer an AI-Powered experience and photo opportunities in addition to Youtube's Bunny Hop Stage according to a Friday release....
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:1 man, 10,000 durian trees: Chinaโs planting pains give way to golden home-grown bounty
Tropical Hainan province has defied sceptics and rewarded investors with China-grown durian, but it โsimply cannot competeโ with booming imports from Southeast Asia.
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:Supreme Court temporarily blocks Trump from deporting more Venezuelan migrants
In an unusual late-night order, the Supreme Court temporarily barred the Trump administration from deporting Venezuelan migrants being held in Texas using an 18th century law called the Alien Enemies Act. The order came in response to an emergency petition filed by the ACLU, with Justices Thomas and Alito dissenting. John Yang speaks with Amy Howe of SCOTUSblog for more.
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:Discovery of genetic mutation leads to first diagnosis for dozens of kids
Parents and researchers hope the discovery of a genetic mutation could help find treatments for children living with previously undiagnosed neurodevelopmental disorders.
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:How synthetic braiding hair may be putting Black women’s health in jeopardy
For years, Black women have used synthetic braids to help style their hair. But a recent study by Consumer Reports found that these fake hair strands can contain dangerous chemicals that pose a health threat. Ali Rogin reports on the history of braiding in Black culture and speaks with Adana Llanos, co-leader of the Cancer Population Science Program at Columbia University, to learn more.
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:Industry backbone or massive threat? Debate rages over buffel grass
The introduced species is crucial for graziers but environmentalists say it poses unacceptable dangers. With a decision about its status looming, both sides are putting their cases forward.
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:Zelensky says Russian attacks ongoing despite Putin announcing 'Easter truce'
The Ukrainian president accused Moscow of breaking the truce, but said Ukraine would follow it if Russian attacks ceased.
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:US Supreme Court halts deportation of detained Venezuelans
The accused gang members are being sent to a notorious jail in El Salvador under a 19th-Century law.
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:At Least Three Killed in US Bombing of Yemenโs Capital
At least three people were killed and four others wounded on Saturday in renewed US bombing of Sanaโa, the capital of Yemen for more than a decade, reported Al Masirah television, a spokesman for the Houthis. RELATED: Yemeni army targets Tel Aviv and US warships in the Red Sea โTwo martyrs and two wounded as [โฆ]
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:Thousands in US cities protest Trump's policies, including on arming Israel
Thousands in US cities protest Trump's policies, including on arming Israel Thousands of protesters have taken to the streets in Washington and other cities across the US to oppose PresidentDonald Trump's policies ondeportations, governmentfirings, and thewarsinGazaandUkraine. Outside the White House, protesters carried banners that read "Workers should have the power," "No kingship," "Stop arming Israel" and "Due...
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:US made 'very good' progress on nuclear talks with Iran
U.S. officials made โvery goodโ progress during the second round of nuclear talks with Iran in Rome and plan to meet with their Tehranโs counterparts next week. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and President Trumpโs special envoy Steve Witkoff held both direct and indirect discussions during the meeting that lasted more than four hours, according...
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:Tourism operator lost $100,000 in bookings due to north Queensland rain event
It's been a wet three months in the small communities of Hidden Valley and Paluma in north Queensland where the effects of a massive tropical low that bombed the region and brought widespread flooding in late January are still being felt.
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:This religion started as a 'joke', then it took on a life of its own
If Donald Trump can be president, Deborah Kelly reasoned, then she could start a religion. The artist's project began as a parody, but soon morphed into a genuine source of spiritual solace for a growing community.
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:Sunday shows preview: Trump doubles down on Abrego Garcia deportation as backlash ensues
President Trump addressed the topic of deportation continuously throughout the week as Democratic lawmakerโs railed against the removal of Kilmar Abrego Garcia. In March, Abrego Garcia, who lived with his wife in Maryland, was sent to El Salvador's notorious terrorist confinement center (CECOT). Maryland Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D) visited Abrego Garcia, who is a...
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:The five people shaping Trumpโs economic agenda
President Trump is relying on a cast of economic advisers with differing viewpoints and backgrounds as he implements a sweeping tariff agenda that has rattled financial markets and occasionally mixed messages. Thereโs Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, who has taken the lead in negotiating trade deals and is viewed by Republican lawmakers and Wall Street executives...
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:Gaza hospitals treating new-born babies facing 'extremely challenging circumstances'
Gaza hospitals treating new-born babies facing 'extremely challenging circumstances' Unicef, the UN agency which provides aid to children worldwide, has said that paediatric hospitals in Gaza are facing severe shortages amid Israel's ongoing blockade of all aid and supplies. "Hospitals in Gaza treating newborns and children donโt have enough medical equipment and are operating under extremely challenging...
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:Gunman kills two in central Germany โ police
The shooting left two people dead in the town of Bad Nauheim, north of Frankfurt, with the suspect reportedly fleeing the scene.
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:ACLU sues Trump administration for targeting international students
The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) is suing President Trumpโs administration in federal court for targeting international students who had their legal status revoked. โThe consequences of Defendantsโ unilateral and unlawful termination are dire. The termination puts students out of lawful student status. Plaintiffs and the class face immigration detention and deportation. Plaintiffs and the...
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:250 years after the start of the Revolutionary War, a divided America battles over its legacy
Thousands of people came to Lexington, Massachusetts, just before dawn on Saturday to witness a reenactment of how the American Revolutionary War began 250 years ago, as the country looks back to its war of independence and asks where its legacy stands today.
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:US attacks Yemen again after at least 80 people killed in Hodeidah
UN chief Antonio Guterres says he is 'gravely concerned' about US air strikes this week on Yemen.
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:Israel's Shin Bet chief set to resign, says report
Israel's Shin Bet chief set to resign, says report Ronen Bar, the head of Israelโs Shin Bet security service, is set to resign in May. Last month, Netanyahu chose to dismiss Bar over what the prime minister described as โongoing distrustโ in the wake of the events of 7 October. But the dismissal led to large anti-government protests, with demonstrators accusing Netanyahu of undermining democracy. Last week, the Supreme...
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:โYouโll never amount to anythingโ: the boxing world champion youโve never heard of
Australian Diana Prazak was told she wouldnโt make it as a boxer. Sheโs just been inducted into the International Womenโs Boxing Hall of FameThe soft early evening spring light floods the room behind the world champion youโve probably never heard of. In front of a big poster of a shirtless Bruce Lee adorning her wall, Diana Prazak smiles and laughs often as she talks about her most unlikely career and her road to the...
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:As Dutton faces a last-minute policy inquisition, Albanese seems to be on top โ and he knows it
An increasingly confident prime minister has bounced back from his campaign missteps while a nervous-looking opposition leader is running out of time to make a comebackElection 2025 live updates: Australia federal election campaignPolls tracker; election guide; full federal election coverageAnywhere but Canberra; interactive electorates guideListen to the latest episode of our new narrative podcast series: GinaGet our...
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:Netanyahu instructs military to 'step up pressure' on Hamas
Netanyahu instructs military to 'step up pressure' on Hamas Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said that he has instructed the military to "step up the pressure" on Hamas. The Palestinian group has rejected an Israeli proposal for a temporary truce, and instead has demanded an end to the war in exchange for the release of all Israeli captives. In a late-night televised address on Saturday, Netanyahu said...
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:Ukraine says Russian attacks continue after Putin declares ceasefire
Sirens sound in Kyiv as air defences open fire on incoming missiles minutes after announcement
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:Polish presidential elections 2025: who is ahead in the polls?
Support for Warsaw mayor and presidential favorite Rafal Trzaskowski has remained steady since the official start of the campaign in January, as Law and Justice-endorsed candidate Karol Nawrocki has lost ground to the far-right candidate, Slawomir Mentzen.
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:Russia and Ukraine swap hundreds of prisoners of war as Putin announces Easter ceasefire
Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a temporary Easter ceasefire in Ukraine starting Saturday, citing humanitarian reasons, as Russia and Ukraine swapped hundreds of captured soldiers in thelargest exchangesince Moscow'sfull-scale invasionstarted over three years ago.
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:Meet the woman who turned female votes into political dynamite
In 1972 an Australian woman could not even open a bank account without the backing of a man. This is the inside story of how a group of feminists forced political change.
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:Many Americans are warming up to China as trade war brews: Pew
Americans are warming up to China as a trade war between the worldโs two largest economies continues to bubble, according to a new poll from the Pew Research Center. Survey findings show a four percent decrease in Americansโ unfavorable opinion of China. Last year, 84 percent of Americans had an unfavorable view of China compared...
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