Anne Hollonds has criticised governments for continuing to rely on harsh, punitive policies that keep children locked up, as the use of spit hoods on 10-year-olds in the Northern Territory …
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Politics
Netanyahu says Iran ceasefire does not include Lebanon as Hezbollah fires rockets at Israel
by Ava Mercerby Ava MercerBenjamin Netanyahu said the Iran ceasefire does not cover Lebanon, as tensions remained high after Hezbollah launched rockets at Israel and international calls grew for any wider truce to address …
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Labor dismisses Tony Abbott’s calls for Australia to join war in Middle East
by Ava Mercerby Ava MercerThe Albanese government has rejected Tony Abbott’s push for Australia to take part in the conflict in the Middle East, as debate continues over the war’s regional and economic consequences. …
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Sports
The Masters 2026: Rory McIlroy shares lead with Sam Burns after first round
by Ava Mercerby Ava MercerRory McIlroy began his title defence strongly at Augusta National, sharing the lead with Sam Burns after the opening round. Elsewhere, Carlos Ortiz endured a difficult start, underlining how punishing …
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Australia news live: Greens repeat call for ‘complete, two-way arms freeze on Israel’; Queensland MP Jimmy Sullivan found dead
by Ava Mercerby Ava MercerThe IMF has warned that the Iran war will leave lasting damage to the global economy even if peace is restored. In Australia, the Greens have renewed calls for a …
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Sports
The Masters 2026: McIlroy shares early lead with Burns as Ortiz endures rough Augusta start
by Ava Mercerby Ava MercerRory McIlroy made a bright start to his title defence at Augusta National and shared the early clubhouse lead with Sam Burns, while Carlos Ortiz endured a difficult opening stretch …
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California files felony charges against 21 people in alleged $267m hospice fraud scheme
by Ava Mercerby Ava MercerCalifornia authorities say 21 people have been charged in connection with a hospice fraud scheme that allegedly cost the state $267 million, involving stolen identities and fraudulent Medi-Cal billing.
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technology
The best USB chargers in the US for phones, laptops, travel and more
by Ava Mercerby Ava MercerUSB chargers are now essential for everything from phones and laptops to bike lights. Here’s a look at why a good charger matters and which models stand out for overall …
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Politics
Burkina Faso’s military ruler says the country should ‘forget about democracy’
by Ava Mercerby Ava MercerIbrahim Traoré, who seized power in a 2022 coup, told state broadcaster that democracy is not suited to Burkina Faso. His comments come after he banned political parties in January …
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Bologna v Aston Villa: Europa League quarter-final first leg updates
by Ava Mercerby Ava MercerLive coverage from Bologna as Aston Villa begin their Europa League quarter-final tie, with kick-off set for 8pm BST. The players are out, the atmosphere is building and Federico Bernardeschi …
