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NewsMail Afternoon Edition Sat 27 Jun, 2015 Top Stories More Top Stories » Majority of Tunisian beach shooting victims British, PM says Witnesses describe scenes of terror as a gunman dressed as a beach-goer kills 38 people, most of them British and European tourists, at a resort hotel in the Tunisian town of Sousse. More » US Supreme Court rules in favour of same-sex marriage nationwide Abbott says overseas terror attacks show militants threatening Australia Queensland CSG jobs being shed as construction boom ends abruptly Matildas head into Japan clash in top condition and confident despite underdog status 'Terror attacks' claimed by Islamist militants mark day of bloodshed worldwide Police search for person involved in deaths of three in rural NSW Obama sings during eulogy for murdered pastor Woman under police guard after dead baby handed in at Victorian hospital US police shoot dead escaped convict More Analysis » The old Tony Abbott is back - and going strong Government backbenchers will head into the winter break pleased they have the old Tony Abbott back - and at the top of his game. The Government ended the Autumn session of parliament strongly, on the offensive over the economy and under attack only on issues that it is comfortable with in any case. The "vibe" suggests this will lead to a poll boost, and if it does, then leadership speculation will quickly give way to election speculation. More » The complex world of 'social media shamings' You can't have it both ways on parental leave In an era of 'rancid partisanship' what hope for real reform? In defence of the ABC We need an equality spring to follow this winter of discontent We must resist the scourge of 'identity politics' You may be surprised by how you could lose your citizenship Talking to terrorists: what Obama's new directive on hostage situations means Zaky Mallah, Q&A, and the media at its worst Just In More Just In » Anti-Islamic protest in Queensland after mosque approval Anti-Islamic protesters rally on Queensland's Sunshine Coast against a mosque which has gained development approval. More » Draft statewide planning scheme to be released in Tasmania next week Open Gardens Australia to be commemorated at National Arboretum in ACT Sea of purple and yellow for Firebirds' tickertape parade Shackling patients set to end with new mental health unit: SA Government Matildas head into Japan clash in top condition and confident despite underdog status Retiring Tasmanian Anglican Bishop calls for rethink on asylum seekers Rugby league teams #takeakneeforackers before weekend matches Home detention, community supervision eyed to ease SA prisons demand Tasmanian Government pledges additional paramedics, new helipads World More World » 'Terror attacks' claimed by Islamist militants mark day of bloodshed worldwide At least 66 people are killed in attacks in Tunisia, Kuwait and France claimed by Islamist militants in a day of worldwide bloodshed, with several leaders condemning the incidents as acts of "terror" and mobilising security forces. More » West Papuans given partial access to Melanesia bloc More than 100 dead in IS massacre in Syria: monitor #LoveWins: Social media hails US same-sex marriage ruling Greek PM calls referendum to decide on bailout agreement US police shoot dead escaped convict Business More Business » Australia risks becoming nation of 'tenant serfs', Liberal MP says By business reporter Michael Janda Liberal MP John Alexander issues a stark warning about the current housing market, saying it is putting Australia at risk of becoming a nation of "imprisoned tenant serfs". More » Superannuation shake-up a 'political stunt' Mine workers made $47k payment described as 'donation': AWU Jetstar expansion stalled by Hong Kong authorities Share market drops to lowest in nearly a month Australia Post to slash 1,900 jobs amid $500m mail losses Greek talks 'go backwards' as default looms Nationals senator names, shames IOOF figures for financial wrongdoing Politics More Politics » Abbott says overseas terror attacks show militants threatening Australia By political reporter Eric Tlozek Terror attacks overseas show fundamentalist militants are threatening Australia and "coming after us", Prime Minister Tony Abbott says. More » West Papuans given partial access to Melanesia bloc Liberal Party gearing up for next election '15 months away' Knitting nannas take anti-fracking message to NT Chief Minister Indigenous issues prompt union protest in Darwin Sport More Sport » Matildas head into Japan clash in top condition and confident despite underdog status Matildas coach Alen Stajcic says his side's poor recent record against quarter-finals opponent Japan will count for little on Sunday. More » McGuire' season-ending injury hits Broncos hard Live: Hawthorn vs Essendon, Brisbane vs Adelaide, St Kilda vs Western Bulldogs Live: Warriors vs Canberra, North Queensland vs Cronulla, Parramatta vs St George Illawarra Smith lets his 'bat do the talking' with Kent ton Germany advances on penalties to Women's World Cup semis Riewoldt kicks six as Tigers stun Swans Broncos coach Bennett unleashes on NRL as Origin injury count rises Batting powerplays gone from ODIs in bonus for bowlers Rabbitohs defeat Sea Eagles at Olympic stadium Science and Technology More Science and Technology » Rapid Ebola blood test as accurate as laboratory, scientists say A 15-minute, on-the-spot blood test for Ebola is as accurate as the most widely-used laboratory-based test, scientists say after a patient trial. More » Apple removes apps featuring Confederate flag from store Research shows Antarctica not just an icy wasteland Dying Rosetta mothership could be sent to land on comet's surface Humans could be among the victims of sixth 'mass extinction', scientists warn Environment More Environment » Government 'tricked' crossbenchers into RET deal, Greens say By political reporter James Bennett The Federal Government cannot fulfil promises it made to crossbench senators in order to secure their support for its renewable energy legislation, the Greens say. More » Research shows Antarctica not just an icy wasteland Dutch court orders government to slash greenhouse emissions Major parties created 'dead koala certificates' in RET deal: Greens 'No plans' to allow crocodile hunting in Northern Territory About this email You received this email because you are subscribed to ABC News email alerts. 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