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NewsMail Afternoon Edition Sun 28 Sep, 2014 Top Stories More Top Stories » US launches more strikes in Syria with partners' help The United States says it has carried out 10 more air strikes against Islamic State militants in Syria and Iraq with the help of coalition partners. The strikes hit seven targets in Syria, including an IS building and two armed vehicles at the border crossing in the besieged Kurdish town of Ain al-Arab, also known as Kobane, US Central Command said. In Iraq, three air strikes were conducted south-west of Erbil, destroying four armed vehicles and a fighting position. Prime Minister Tony Abbott, meanwhile, has returned to Australia for Cabinet talks that could see Australian forces join the war against IS militants in Iraq. More » Syrian refugees facing a grim future George Clooney marries Amal Alamuddin in Venice Meeting on Iraq involvement expected within days: Bishop Government's Medibank Private sales pitch Teen prevented from travel 'for arranged marriage' Japan volcano eruption traps hikers Off-limit zones revised for G20 summit in Brisbane Volunteer firefighter to sue over Black Saturday trauma Skull found on NT beach by man fishing for crabs More Analysis » Cambodia deal: another stain on our reputation This is just the most recent chapter in the history of foreign policy misadventure that has occurred as a result of Australia's narrow approach to border security. Australia's domestic interests, including the maintenance of secure borders, can be achieved without unnecessarily championing cynical bilateral relationships over multilateral engagement. Cutting a deal with Cambodia, one of the poorest nations in our neighbourhood, only serves to damage our reputation abroad. More » Holiday leave enters Virgin territory Abbott faces the reality of multicultural Australia There's still life in the Rudd-Gillard stoush #Bendgate has Apple feeling the pressure Who will be the weakest link on Grand Final day? TPVs: human rights used as bargaining chips Disability simulations should be left in the 90s You can't just export human rights responsibilities Clear motivation Just In More Just In » Hawks fans celebrate premiership win at Glenferrie Oval By Damian McIver Thousands of Hawthorn fans have gathered at Glenferrie Oval to celebrate the team's grand final victory over Sydney. More » Ferguson police officer shot and wounded Search underway for missing mountain biker Tassal plant under threat as fires burn in southern Tasmania Bulldogs captain Ennis fractures foot Better bushfire information for regional communities Government's Medibank Private sales pitch Project aims to save Port Phillip Bay's shellfish reefs Issac Luke facing NRL grand final ban Leigh Matthews says James Hird should quit Essendon World More World » Ferguson police officer shot and wounded A police officer has been shot in the area around the strife-hit US city of Ferguson, Missouri, but his injuries are not life-threatening, the Missouri Department of Public Safety says. A search is under way for the suspect in the shooting of the officer," the department said, adding that the incident took place at a community centre slightly removed from main protest areas. Local broadcaster KSDK said the officer was shot in the arm. More » Syrian refugees facing a grim future Cuba rejects Che Guevara, Hugo Chavez perfume plans Pro-democracy protesters take to streets in Hong Kong Film festivals kick off Oscars 2015 campaigns Washington DC taxis losing their colour in Uber fight Business More Business » Government's Medibank Private sales pitch Investors can now pre-register for shares in Australia's biggest health insurer, Medibank Private. Finance Minister Mathias Cormann announced the Federal Government would soon begin a national advertising campaign to promote the pre-registration process of the share offer which could generate up to $4 billion. He said those who pre-register can be allocated more shares than those who do not; while eligible policy holders who pre-register and apply for shares will receive a greater preferential share location. "It's been long standing Coalition policy to sell Medibank Private. There is absolutely no good reason for the Federal Government to own a private health insurance business today," Senator Cormann said. More » Share market falls as investors react to overseas losses Nauru runs out of money, may shut services Court halts Palmer's Mineralogy attempt to terminate Citic Pacific mining rights Iron ore, coal prices bad news for mining contractors Firepower founder will not face charges over company collapse Apple talks bending iPhones, withdraws iOS update Politics More Politics » Pro-democracy protesters take to streets in Hong Kong Thousands of pro-democracy supporters in Hong Kong are threatening to bring the heart of the city to a stand-still. More » Indian film star turned politician jailed for corruption Catalonia defies Madrid to call independence vote Abbott leaves New York for IS mission discussion Cambodia refugee deal will build over time: Morrison Sport More Sport » McEvoy's second chance turns into Hawks grand final fairytale The Hawks' grand final win capped an unbelievable year for former Saints ruckman Ben McEvoy. More » Grand final loss will spur Swans: Shaw Issac Luke facing NRL grand final ban Bulldogs captain Ennis fractures foot Dogs hold out Panthers to book grand final berth Late try flurry earns Springboks scrappy win over Wallabies Science and Technology More Science and Technology » CSIRO's $120m Investigator can't plug into shore power By Linda Hunt The CSIRO's new research vessel Investigator is unable to access shore power in Hobart and is running off the ship's engines. The ship has been moved from its berth alongside the CSIRO to Macquarie Wharf following complaints by neighbours about the noise. It is the latest in a string of issues with the $120-million flagship vessel, which was besieged by delays before eventually arriving at its home port of Hobart earlier this month, a year later than expected. More » New York scientists unveil 'invisibility cloak' Shellshock bug leaves up to 500 million computers at risk Smartphone users with stumpy digits turn to 'stretched finger' India's spacecraft beams back first Mars photos Environment More Environment » Project aims to save Port Phillip Bay's shellfish reefs Scientists, conservationists and anglers have come together in a national first in an attempt to improve marine habitats in Port Phillip Bay. More » Plan to tackle dugong, turtle poachers 'muddle-headed' Reintroduced western quolls give birth to 60 babies Obama to announce world's largest marine sanctuary Fact check: Abbott exaggerating India's record on nuclear non-proliferation About this email You received this email because you are subscribed to ABC News email alerts. 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