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Coalition pledges to remove EV tax break two days after Dutton ruled out scrapping it – as it happened

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Is it too late to solve some of our most wicked problems? The Australia Institute won’t let us die wondering

As I begin this review sitting in a Canberra cafe, there are two blokes on the next table complaining about the present federal election campaign’s lack of substance. The complaints of one of them about the Coalition’s fuel excise cut were the first to catch my ear, but it was…

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Australian women are wary of AI being used in breast cancer screening – new research

Artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming increasingly relevant in many aspects of society, including health care. For example, it’s already used for robotic surgery and to provide virtual mental health support.

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Port of Darwin’s struggling Chinese leaseholder may welcome an Australian buy-out

Far from causing trade frictions, an Australian buyout of the Port of Darwin lease may provide a lifeline for its struggling Chinese parent company Landbridge Group.

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These 3 climate misinformation campaigns are operating during the election run-up. Here’s how to spot them

Australia’s climate and energy wars are at the forefront of the federal election campaign as the major parties outline vastly different plans to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and tackle soaring power prices.

The Conversation

Gambling in Australia: how bad is the problem, who gets harmed most and where may we be heading?

Gambling prevalence studies provide a snapshot of gambling behaviour, problems and harm in our communities. They are typically conducted about every five years.

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Australia urged to walk away from gas for renewables

Both major parties are going into an election promising to increase gas production, even though the majority of Australians want more renewables.

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Trump uncertainty set to smash Australian economy

Australia is not following the "bouncing ball" of Donald Trump's daily shifts, the treasurer says, amid predictions of a bigger-than-expected economic hit.

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Catholic Australians' mega pilgrimage to farewell Pope

Devoted Catholics are making the long journey across the world to pay their final respects to the late Pope Francis before his funeral.

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Coalition unpacks tax hike plan to fund defence splurge

Peter Dutton has promised a coalition government would raise defence spending and rely on higher income taxes to partially fund the pledge.

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No longer under the radar, Michael Storer is the Giro d'Italia contender you need to know about

'Watch out for Michael Storer' says teammate as strong Tour of the Alps stage victory confirms Australian's status as Giro GC threat

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‘Moral panic’ about new media’s influence on young voters underplays their interest in politics, creators say

Young Australians want to change the world – they just aren’t relying on traditional media to help them do it

The Guardian - AU

Love triangles, $3.95 steaks and missing wine: unsealing Australia’s millennium time capsules

Polaroids, postcards and newspaper clippings buried in the year 2000 are seeing the light of day, often surprising those who buried them

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Margot Robbie Shows Off Postpartum Body, Gets Praised For Not Giving “Into The Pressure To Lose The Baby Weight”

Margot Robbie, who was previously trolled for showing off her baby bump, was captured taking a dip in the ocean months after welcoming her baby boy.

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AI is inherently ageist. That’s not just unethical – it can be costly for workers and businesses

The world is facing a “silver tsunami” – an unprecedented ageing of the global workforce. By 2030, more than half of the labour force in many EU countries will be aged 50 or above. Similar trends are emerging across Australia, the US and other developed and developing economies.

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Dutton promises Coalition would increase defence spending to 3% of GDP ‘within a decade’

Opposition Leader Peter Dutton will promise a Coalition government would boost Australia’s spending on defence to 2.5% of GDP within five years and 3% within a decade.

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Astronomers perplexed by loud bang and green flash over Australian skies

Astronomers are sceptical that the bright fireball was linked to the Lyrid meteor shower

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“Insufferable”: Twins Spark Backlash After Recounting Carjacking In Perfect Unison

Identical twins go viral over their perfectly in-sync interview in Australia.

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Former Australian cricketer Michael Slater walks free after domestic violence sentencing

Michael Slater pleaded guilty to stalking, choking and assault

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Ex-Test star's domestic violence jail term suspended

Former Australian cricket star Michael Slater will be released after more than 12 months in custody following his sentencing for assaulting and choking a woman.

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The government has pledged $10 million for inclusive LGBTQIA+ health care. Here’s what that means

Last week, the federal government announced a $10 million commitment to make Medicare more inclusive for LGBTQIA+ Australians. It aims to improve their access to “inclusive, culturally safe primary care” through training and accreditation for GPs, nurses and other health-care providers.

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Santos wins final approval for Barossa gas project as environment advocates condemn ‘climate bomb’

Energy giant to start production at development projected to add more than 270m tonnes of CO2 to atmosphere

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Nuclear power could take the shine off Aussie aluminium

Three out of Australia's four aluminium smelters could risk closure if Australia adopts nuclear power, reducing energy supplied to industry.

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Man Charged With Murder Of 39 Y.O. Woman In WA

A 38-year-old man has been charged with murder after a woman was killed in an alleged domestic violence incident in remote Western Australia.

The Independent UK

Australians start voting in general elections as pope's death overshadows campaigning

Australians have begun voting at general elections as campaigning is overshadowed by the death of Pope Francis

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