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Tiny creatures gorge, get fat, and help fight global warming
Scientists find out how the epic deep sea migration of a tiny animal is storing planet-warming carbon.
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:
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At least 13 dead in Texas floods and more than 20 children missing from a girls summer camp
Desperate pleas peppered social media as loved ones sought any information available about people caught in the flood zone.
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:27 dead in Texas floods and more than 20 children missing from a girls summer camp
Desperate pleas peppered social media as loved ones sought any information available about people caught in the flood zone.
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:Refugee legal service reports spike in LGBTQIA+ clients in 'fear for their life'
The Tasmanian Refugee Legal Service (TRLS) is representing a growing number of LGBTQIA+ clients seeking asylum who fear persecution in their home country.
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:West Bank: Israeli soldiers fire tear gas and throw stun grenades at Palestinian mourners
West Bank: Israeli soldiers fire tear gas and throw stun grenades at Palestinian mourners Israeli military stormed a remembrance service in Hebron on Friday night and firedstun grenades and used tear gas canisters on mourners,Wafa news agency reported, citing local sources. The service was being held for Ayman Abu Dawood who had beenkilled on Thursday in the Gaza Strip during an Israeli airstrike. Abu Dawood was a...
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:News Wrap: Trump signs his One Big, Beautiful Bill Act into law
In our news wrap Friday, President Trump signed his One Big, Beautiful Bill Act into law, Ukraine says Russia unleashed an assault of drones and missiles in its biggest all-out attack of the war, at least 35 Palestinians were killed in another day of Israel's military campaign in Gaza and at least six people are dead in Texas after heavy rain caused a flash flood of the Guadalupe River.
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:Trump claims victory as he signs controversial budget and tax bill into law
The bill extends tax cuts, slices welfare programmes and surges immigration funds in a victory for Trump's agenda.
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:A look at rulings from the Supreme Court term that could have far-reaching consequences
As the Supreme Court headed into its summer break, the justices gave President Trump a big win, saying that district court judges don't have the authority to issue the sort of nationwide injunctions that had blocked administration policies. It capped a term in which the court's conservative majority delivered a string of emergency appeals, whatβs called the shadow docket. John Yang reports.
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:The long-term health risks as extreme heat becomes a new normal
Extreme heat is becoming a dangerous new normal that brings with it a number of health risks. From severe burns to accelerated aging, the effects of long periods of high temperatures on the human body are getting more attention in this time of rising climate change. Stephanie Sy reports from Phoenix, the epicenter of extreme heat in the United States, for our series, Tipping Point.
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:Warning as dogs suffer 'horrific' injuries from jackets and jumpers
A cold start to winter encourages people to put clothes on their dogs, but a vet has noticed a spate of wounds related to ill-fitting straps, prompting a warning to be careful what you buy.
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:President Maduro Highlights Strengthened Venezuela-China Alliance at Great China-Venezuela Expo 2025
At the Great China-Venezuela Expo 2025, President Nicolas Maduro celebrates the deepening strategic partnership with China, emphasizing sovereignty, economic development, and groundbreaking cooperation in artificial intelligence. Related: Nicaragua Reaffirms Revolutionary Solidarity with Venezuela on 214th Independence Anniversary During the Great China-Venezuela Expo 2025, Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro...
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:Hamas says it delivered 'positive response' on Gaza ceasefire plan
The group said it was ready to begin negotiations immediately after Donald Trump said Israel had accepted conditions for a 60-day ceasefire.
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:Marine Corps art exhibit marking 250 years honors its triumphs and sacrifice
The Marine Corps has opened a new art exhibit at its national museum documenting the serviceβs 250th anniversary. Itβs called β250 Years of Dedication, Determination and Courage,β and it celebrates the Marinesβ most famous moments. But it also features the trauma, terror and sacrifice of war. Nick Schifrin reports.
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:Hamas signals willingness to move forward with ceasefire
Hamas officials said Friday that they have responded to President Trump's 60-day ceasefire proposal in a "positive" way but signaled more talks are needed. The move comes after Trump told reporters Thursday that he expected a response from the Palestinian militant group within "24 hours" about the agreement to temporarily pause its fight with Israel...
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:This ACT child safety practice could help improve national ones
The ACT Children and Young People Commissioner says including the ACT's continuous monitoring system in nationally consistent Working With Children Checks could improve child safety in childcare centres.
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:Brooks and Capehart on Trump’s total control over Washington
New York Times columnist David Brooks and Washington Post associate editor Jonathan Capehart join John Yang to discuss the week in politics, including the political fallout of the One Big, Beautiful Bill Act, President Trump's total control over Washington and the state of American democracy on this Independence Day.
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:Two tons save England after disastrous six ducks against India
Centuries to Harry Brook and Jamie Smith save England from embarrassment after losing six batters to ducks against India.
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:Chelsea and Barcelona fined by UEFA for financial rule breaches
Chelsea and Barca top a list of European teams fined by the continent's governing body for breaches in financial rules.
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:Aquarium creates senior sanctuary for aging penguins
When we think of penguins, we tend to think cute and energetic. But as they age, they also experience aches and pains, just like humans do. That's why the New England Aquarium in Boston has created a first-of-its-kind oasis for penguin elders. Special correspondent Jared Bowen of GBH Boston takes us there.
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:NC governor vetoes anti-DEI, transgender rights bills
North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein (D) on Thursday vetoed three bills targeting diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives within the state government, as well as a measure that takes aim at transgender rights. With the anti-DEI bills β Senate Bill 227,Senate Bill 558andHouse Bill 171 β the GOP-led state legislature sought to eliminate what it...
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:Why fans are going bananas for Banana Ball
Millions are going bananas over a fast-paced and entertaining take on baseball. Deema Zein took in a game between the Savannah Bananas and the Firefighters to see what "banana ball" is all about.
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:US floods leave 13 dead and more than 20 girls missing
At least 13 people are dead and more than 20 girls are missing from a summer camp after flash flooding caused by thunderstorms and torrential rain in Texas.
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:Euro 2025: Germany win but Gwinn injury casts shadow
A stunning strike from Jule Brand helped Germany to a winning start at Euro 2025. The 2-0 win over Poland was not as straightforward as many imagined though, and another knee injury to captain Giulia Gwinn is a concern.
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:Here are options if you think you can't keep working until pension age
Australians have told the ABC that a lifetime of manual labour is making it difficult to work until pension age. An expert says there are some options for people who want, or need, to retire early.
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:How Trump pushed Republicans to yes β again and again β on his landmark bill
On a late February evening, President Trump sealed the deal for the first vote on his βone big, beautiful billβ with a conversation that brought one House Republican to tears. And into the wee hours of Thursday morning, Trumpβs conversations with GOP holdouts helped unlock the final vote on the major legislation, getting it to the presidentβs...
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:At least 20 girls missing from summer camp during deadly Texas flash floods
At least 20 girls are missing from a summer camp, and multiple fatalities have been reported elsewhere.
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:Zohran Mamdaniβs New York primary win sparks the ire of Modiβs supporters
Experts say Mamdani, a mayoral candidate, has attracted criticism on the Hindu right for his faith and outspoken views.
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:EU leaders renew backing for Moldovaβs EU membership ambitions at landmark summit
The investment announced by EU leaders on Friday aims to boost Moldovaβs economy and reduce its vulnerability to external pressures, particularly from Russia.
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:Slow wool challenge a rush for these crafty competitors
Teams compete to be fastest to blade-shear a sheep, spin the wool and knit a jumper in one day as part of a global challenge to produce wool sustainably.
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:What we know about the ecological disaster washing up on SA's coast
An algal bloom killing marine life in South Australia is persisting despite winter conditions. So what do we know about the bloom, and β perhaps more importantly β what don't we know?
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:Trump signs 'big, beautiful bill' into law
President Trump on Friday signed a massive reconciliation package that will extend tax cuts and phase-in cuts to Medicaid, finalizing a significant legislative victory for his administration after months of difficult negotiations with Republicans on Capitol Hill. Trump signed the one big, beautiful bill into law at a military family picnic at the White House...
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:Palestine Action loses bid to secure block on UK government ban
Activist group that broke into RAF military base will be proscribed as a terrorist organisation from midnight
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:Hercules the hero as Fluminense beat Al Hilal in Club World Cup quarters
Brazil's Fluminense earn hard-fought 2-1 victory over Saudi Arabia's Al Hilal to book place in semifinals.
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:Five quick hits: A canine cameo and a stand-in skipper in Grenada
Australia's bowlers take matters into their own hands, Steve Smith makes a clutch call and a furry friend invades the outfield. Here are five quick hits from the second day of the second Test in Grenada.
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim condemns Gaza 'atrocities', expresses support for two-state solution
Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim condemns Gaza 'atrocities', expresses support for two-state solution Malaysia on Friday expressed its "support" for France's efforts to revive the Israeli-Palestinian "two-state" solution, AFP reported. "We condemn the continued bombing and atrocities inflicted on civilians, women, and children. It is a shame that the international community is unable to put an end to them,"...
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