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Top Stories Russia begins air strikes in Syria as US flags concern over targets Russia launches air strikes against targets in Syria in the Kremlin's biggest intervention in the Middle East in decades as the US warns that areas bombed by Russia were not held by Islamic State, adding to tensions between the two former Cold War foes. Abbott refuses to say if he has forgiven Turnbull Dumped prime minister Tony Abbott refuses to say whether he has forgiven Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull as he urges party members to stay on and "fight". Anti-abortion activist Troy Newman detained after flying to Melbourne American anti-abortion activist Troy Newman is detained at Melbourne Airport, after travelling to Australia even though his visa had been cancelled. Bendigo human remains thought to be of missing woman Simone Quinlan Victorian police confirm remains found yesterday in Bendigo are female and believe they belong to missing Melton woman Simone Quinlan. A post-mortem will be conducted later today. 'Thunderbirds are go' for NBN satellite but heavy users may pay more A satellite designed to drastically improve internet access for Australia's regional and remote communities is launched, but the Federal Government concedes speeds will vary and high users could end up paying more than their city counterparts. Nauru rape allegations 'very alarming', Turnbull says Malcolm Turnbull says reports two refugees were raped on Nauru are "alarming" and the Government is committed to ensuring the safety of people who are sent to offshore processing centres. Woman thought dead for 28 years 'may be alive', NSW police say Police say new evidence that missing woman Ursula Barwick worked in a Sydney pub two years after she disappeared is a "game changer". 'Unsustainable' Melbourne catching Sydney as boom property market A renewed surge in Melbourne property prices is driving continued double-digit home price growth across the combined capital cities. Man watches car being hit by train after following GPS onto tracks A driver who turned on to a suburban railway line in Melbourne while following GPS directions manages to jump from his car moments before it is hit by a train. University deregulation plan shelved, Education Minister says Education Minister Simon Birmingham confirms the Turnbull Government will be shelving the controversial university deregulation plan until the next election. 2005 Bali bombing victim feels lucky to be alive on 10th anniversary A victim from the 2005 Bali bombings says while the experience has made it hard to travel in crowds, she is grateful to be alive and feels no anger toward the bombers. Thirsty leopard gets head stuck in pot A thirsty leopard has its head stuck in a metal pot for up to five hours after it goes searching for water in a mining dump in India's north-west. Analysis and Opinion: The Drum Syrian air strikes: Russia demonstrates its strategic superiority By Damien Kingsbury Blaming welfare for domestic violence doesn't help anyone By Michael Bradley The sharing economy is here, but Uber shouldn't get a free ride By Sarah Kaine Reducing penalty rates makes economic but not political sense (at least for now) By Peter Smith Just In Reza Barati murder trial to be reopened to hear from more witnesses October 1, 2015 - 3:49 pm Broncos and Cowboys keen to play down grand final pressure ahead of decider October 1, 2015 - 3:49 pm Explosion and possible injuries reported at Adelaide house October 1, 2015 - 3:44 pm World • Reza Barati murder trial to be reopened to hear from more witnesses • Chinese tourists keep their travel plans despite economic slowdown • Afghan forces claims it has control of Kunduz disputed by Taliban Business • Chinese industry still contracting: manufacturing indices • 'Unsustainable' Melbourne catching Sydney as boom property market • Australian share market rebound continues Politics • More training for Don Dale youth detention staff • Russian air strikes may improve push for Syrian settlement: Kilcullen • Queensland Government failed to charge Santos over massive oil spill despite evidence Sport • Broncos and Cowboys keen to play down grand final pressure ahead of decider • Hawks not talking three-peat as players enjoy final training • Cowboys boosted by huge Townsville send-off Science and Tech • 'Thunderbirds are go' for NBN satellite but heavy users may pay more • Rocket carrying NBN satellite Sky Muster blasts off • Pilot project for cargo drones and 'drone ports' in Africa Environment • Texas county sues Volkswagen over diesel-emissions scandal • 'Everything on the table' at PM's meeting of industry leaders • Queensland Government to backflip on election pledge to scrap 'shameful' water laws Follow ABC News About this email You received this email because you are subscribed to ABC News email alerts. 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