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Former Australian PM says subs 'worst deal in all history'

Former Australian Prime Minister Paul Keating has launched a blistering attack on his nation’s plan to buy nuclear-powered submarines from the United States to modernize its fleet, saying “it must be the worst deal in all history.”

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Australia hasn't figured out low-level nuclear waste storage yet – let alone high-level waste from submarines

Within ten years, Australia could be in possession of three American-made Virginia-class nuclear submarines under the AUKUS agreement with the United States and United Kingdom. The following decade, we plan to build five next-generation nuclear submarines.

The Conversation

Turns Out There’s A Reason Everyone You Know Is Sick As A Dawg RN Here’s What We Know

This viral triple threat is the reason everyone is sick and it's only going to get worse.

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WPL 2023: Tahlia McGrath's journey - teacher, bowler to No. 1 batter

MUMBAI: “I thought I will end up teaching but thankfully cricket took off for me,” says the Australian all-rounder Tahlia McGrath, who almost contemplated quitting because of a stress fracture in her back. Thankfully for Australia, the 27-year-old fought through the pain, underwent a long rehab process, worked on her…

The Times of India

New data shows 1 in 3 women have experienced physical violence and sexual violence remains stubbornly persistent

Eight million Australians have experienced violence since the age of 15, according to new findings of the fourth Personal Safety Survey released today by the Australian Bureau of Statistics.

The Conversation

Paul Keating savages AUKUS nuclear submarine deal as Labor's worst since conscription

Former prime minister Paul Keating has taken aim at Australia's AUKUS nuclear-powered submarine deal with the United States and the United Kingdom, calling it the "worst international decision" by a Labor government since conscription in World War I.

ABC News

Keating warns of Labor backlash on nuclear subs

Support for the expensive acquisition of nuclear-powered submarines from the US has stained Labor's foreign policy record, Paul Keating says.

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India's ODI World Cup preparations hamstrung by shoddy injury management

NEW DELHI: The Indian team’s preparation for this year’s ODI World Cup seems to have hit a hurdle with recurring injuries to some primary players. With Shreyas Iyer being ruled out of the upcoming three-match ODI series against Australia and a substantial part of the IPL, the Indian cricket board…

The Times of India

If AUKUS is all about nuclear submarines, how can it comply with nuclear non-proliferation treaties? A law scholar explains

The issue of nuclear non-proliferation is back in the headlines, thanks to details announced yesterday at a US navy base of a deal involving Australia’s purchase of nuclear submarines.

The Conversation

Man accused of importing drug haul nabbed at airport

An Australian man is accused of storing cocaine and methamphetamine in a Hong Kong house before using a courier to smuggle the drugs into Australia in 2012.

AAP

Women's national team players call on FIFA to equalise World Cup prize money and create global collective bargaining agreement

One hundred and fifty players from 25 nations including Australia, Japan, Norway and the US have signed a letter calling on FIFA to make significant reforms.

ABC News

La Niña Has Finally Fucked Off But Its Equally Cooked Cousin El Niño Has Entered the Chat

El Niño weather warning has been issued so it's gonna be a hot, dry couple of months.

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Keating labels AUKUS 'irrational in every dimension'

Paul Keating has launched another scathing attack on the AUKUS security arrangement, calling it irrational and an affront to Australian administration.

AAP

Site for high-level nuclear waste dump under AUKUS deal must be in national interest, SA premier says

South Australia has been chosen to build submarines under the AUKUS deal, but its premier says that doesn't necessarily mean the state is the best location for the required nuclear waste dump.

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Energy price rise to bite for low-income Australians, advocates say

Brooke and her family love the footy, fishing and family drives. But expected increases to their energy bills are making them rethink their plans.

The New Daily

First steps to build Australian submarine production line

The Commonwealth is handing over land to South Australia in order to ensure the necessary infrastructure to build nuclear-powered submarines.

ABC News

Polish activist convicted over abortion pills, Oprah's 100th book club pick, and energy prices to surge — as it happened

The news Australia is searching for, and all the news that happened while you snoozed.

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Aboriginal ancestral remains to be returned to country from German museum

The remains of more than 1,650 Aboriginal ancestors have been returned to Australia from around the world since 1990. But there are thousands more still to be returned.

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France 24

Are US military drills in Asia-Pacific a veiled attempt to curb Chinese power?

Recent US military activity in the Asia-Pacific is on the rise, including drills in the Philippines and South Korea as well as a submarine deal struck between the US and Australia. China has, meanwhile, accused the US of encircling the country. FRANCE 24 speaks with an expert to shed light…

The New Daily

China set to receive briefing on AUKUS subs deal

After initially not taking up offers for a run down on Australia's nuclear submarine deal, Chinese officials will join other nations for diplomatic briefings.

AAP

Robinson falls in barrel-fest final but keeps surf lead

Australia's Jack Robinson has fallen in the final of the Rip Curl Pro Portugal against in-form Brazilian surfer Joao Chianca, but still leads the rankings.

ABC News

COVID-19 photo essay reflects on the day our lives changed forever three years ago

As COVID-19 sent shock waves around the world, a state of emergency was declared in Western Australia in March 2020. In the months that followed, our lives were drastically changed in ways previously unimaginable.

ABC News

Missed appointments a thing of the past as real Flying Doctors step in

Nearly 40 years ago this Victorian wheatbelt town served as a filming location for the fictional TV series The Flying Doctors. Now the actual service is now in town and they're already making a big difference.

The New Daily

‘Significant’ task dealing with subs’ nuclear waste

Australia's up-to-$368 billion deal to acquire a fleet of eight nuclear-powered submarines will create a major challenge dealing with the vessels' waste.

ABC News

A-Leagues target Canberra and Auckland for club expansion ahead of 2024-25 season

The Australian Professional Leagues are set to introduce a men's team to Canberra and a new club to Auckland as they look to expand to blossoming markets.

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