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Good morning. Have you tried our weekly news quiz yet? This week we're looking at the apologies, mistakes and departures of the last seven days. But be warned - our quizmaster has included a series of hidden traps in this edition. If you fall for them, you'll lose points. (And for that, we sincerely apologise...) If you have Feedback on the quiz format, we'd love to hear it. Otherwise, please pardon the interruption and now here's your regular NewsMail: Top Stories Saudi authorities blamed after Hajj stampede kills 717 Authorities in Saudi Arabia are blamed for the stampede at the Hajj pilgrimage which killed more than 700 people, with Iranian authorities holding anti-Saudi protests over the handling of the deaths. Mother struck in mini-motorbike hit-and-run dies in hospital A Melbourne mother of two critically injured when she was struck by a motorcyclist in a "callous" hit-and-run dies. Three people are charged over the fatal collision. Outgoing FIFA president Sepp Blatter to face Swiss criminal probe Swiss prosecutors open a criminal investigation into Sepp Blatter, the outgoing head of FIFA, on suspicion of criminal mismanagement and misappropriation, the country's attorney-general's office says. Broncos book grand final berth with thrilling win over Roosters Brisbane books its place in the NRL grand final with a scintillating 31-12 win over the Sydney Roosters at Lang Park. Hawks continue grand run by beating Fremantle Hawthorn reaches the AFL grand final for the fourth consecutive year after an impressive 27-point win over Fremantle at Subiaco Oval. Obama, Xi lay agree to tackle climate change, economic cybercrime Barack Obama and Xi Jinping reach a "common understanding" on fighting cybercrime, agreeing their governments will not conduct economic espionage in cyberspace as part of wide-ranging talks during the Chinese president's state visit to the US. Pope Francis remembers 9/11 victims during prayer at Ground Zero Pope Francis continues his tour of New York leading a multi-faith prayer at the 9/11 memorial and meeting relatives of victims and first responders after addressing the United Nations General Assembly. Rabbitohs' Walker, Gray apologise after drug overdose South Sydney Rabbitohs players Dylan Walker and Aaron Gray apologise to family and friends for putting them through a difficult situation after being hospitalised for a prescription drug overdose. Australia risks becoming dumping ground for dirty vehicles, Choice says Consumer group Choice warns a lack of regulation could see Australia become a dumping ground for high-emission cars as an emissions cheating scandal envelopes German carmaker Volkswagen. Vietnam veteran absconds from care despite compulsory treatment order The RSL claims the health system has badly failed a Vietnam veteran with a disability who was left in immigration detention for four months and is now missing from hospital. Two men charged over $8m drug bust in Melbourne Two men are arrested in Melbourne and charged after the AFP led National Anti-Gang Squad and the Australian Border Force seize drugs worth up to $8 million. #freekaren: Government's anti-radicalisation kit sparks ridicule on social media Social media users hit their meme-makers in support of 'Karen', the fictitious indie music fan held up as an example of violent extremism in a new Federal Government booklet. Analysis and Opinion: The Drum Domestic violence package: A great start, but it will only get us so far By Fiona McCormack and Prue Cameron Morrison says spending, not revenue, is the problem - sound familiar? By Matt Grudnoff Domestic violence package: Safety at home is important, but women must also be able to leave By Catherine Gander Turnbull should put inequality on the agenda alongside growth By Mike Steketee Just In Obama, Xi lay agree to tackle climate change, economic cybercrime September 26, 2015 - 6:44 am Outgoing FIFA president Sepp Blatter to face Swiss criminal probe September 26, 2015 - 6:12 am Pope Francis remembers 9/11 victims during prayer at Ground Zero September 25, 2015 - 11:39 pm World • Large earthquake strikes off Indonesia's Papua provinces • Is the US government heading for another shut down? • Singapore hits out at Indonesia as hazardous haze shuts schools Business • Is the US government heading for another shut down? • Australian Silicon Valley? Tell 'em they're dreaming: experts • US to host meeting of ministers in bid to wrap up TPP Politics • Outback school truancy program gets three-year, $80m extension • Nauru MP says government probe into 1991 car accident is 'political' • NZ prime minister concerned over citizens in Australian detention Sport • Hawks continue grand run by beating Fremantle • Broncos book grand final berth with thrilling win over Roosters • Dean Mumm to captain new-look Wallabies side against Uruguay Science and Tech • Earth Image: sunset and thunderstorms from space • Labor visa plan to lure 'smartest minds on the planet' to Australia • Sydney technology entrepreneurs welcome new PM Malcolm Turnbull Environment • Greg Hunt 'killed' idea for BoM review • Climate bodies hope for 'refresh' of climate policies under Malcolm Turnbull • Abbott considered probe into claims BoM rigged climate data Follow ABC News About this email You received this email because you are subscribed to ABC News email alerts. 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