3 h. ago An axis of bystanders: Iran conflict reveals true nature of an alliance the West feared

When push came to shove, as the missiles flew and bombs rained down, all China and Russia offered Iran was rhetorical support – and cautiously at that.

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11 h. ago ‘Urgent concerns’ after 20 new bat viruses discovered in China

One of the viruses is the closest-known relative of Hendra and Nipah viruses, which have human mortality rates as high as 80 per cent.

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21 h. ago NDIS funding review sparks concerns over access to physiotherapy services

There are fears changes to funding under the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) intended to save clients' money could reduce access to vital therapies.

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28 h. ago COVID antivirals are heavily marketed. It’s not clear how well they work

The expensive medication does little to prevent hospitalisation or death for people who are vaccinated against the virus, a new Australian analysis of randomised controlled trials has found.

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31 h. ago Only China can stop Iran from blockading one of the world’s key shipping routes

If Iran hampers the movement of maritime trade through the Strait Of Hormuz, it will be very damaging for Australia. But keeping a key ally happy complicates matters.

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44 h. ago Treloar in race to be fit for finals after another calf blow

Treloar felt tightness in his calf during the Dogs’ big win over Richmond on Sunday, and was subbed out in only his fourth match of the season.

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69 h. ago Bont, Darcy dominate as Bulldogs tear Tigers apart, but Treloar calf is a concern

Richmond were no match for the Western Bulldogs, who have racked up another big win and boosted their percentage. It puts the Dogs back in the eight, with Sydney waiting for them at the SCG on Friday night.

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4 d. ago Carlton vs North Melbourne LIVE: Star Blue back out on the park after early injury concern

It’s as close to the Winter solstice as possible but the AFL mid-season footy is bound to get pretty hot on Saturday with some captivating match-ups.

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4 d. ago Players concerned about NRL’s ‘unfettered power’ to lay charges

The RLPA believe the ARLC’s new powers to cite players are unnecessary.

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5 d. ago Northland bollards insufficient to protect centre: security expert

A day after an allegedly stolen car smashed through the shopping centre, staff have also raised security concerns.

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6 d. ago Paul Keating accuses Marles of ‘careless betrayal’ over China

The Labor elder accused the defence minister and the government of “intellectually ceding Australia to the United States” as a platform for conflict with China.

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6 d. ago ASX slides amid concerns over Middle East escalation while miners decline

The Australian sharemarket closed lower on Wednesday as investors track developments in the escalating conflict in the Middle East.

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7 d. ago ASX slides amid concerns over Middle East escalation; Oil prices rise

The Australian sharemarket opened lower amid mounting speculation that the US is on the verge of joining Israel’s attack on Iran.

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8 d. ago Man charged after body of Leanne Akrap found in Sydney bushland

The body of the 47-year-old mother had been in a nearby nature reserve for several days before being discovered.

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8 d. ago Trump family unveils gold ‘Made in America’ phone, mobile service

The Trump family continues to ink deals despite ethical concerns that the US president could mould public policy for personal gain.

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8 d. ago Aguia hits paydirt with first hole at Colombian gold project

Maiden drilling by Aguia has hit mineralised quartz veins in the first hole at its Colombian Santa Barbara gold project, hinting at a new high-grade gold discovery.

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8 d. ago Police search unit garage after woman’s body found in bushland

The body had been in a nearby nature reserve for several days before being discovered.

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9 d. ago Police search unit garage after woman’s body found in bushland in Sydney’s west

The body had been in a nearby nature reserve for several days before being discovered.

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9 d. ago WA news LIVE: Concerns raised over Burswood racetrack’s impact on local wildlife; Man fights for life after freeway rollover

Follow our live coverage here.

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9 d. ago Beef tallow is suddenly everywhere, but does it have a place in today’s health

Despite health concerns, a new generation of flavour seekers, wellness content creators and “skinfluencers” is turning to beef fat.

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