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Top Stories Masked swordsman poses for photos before killing two at school A masked man brandishing a sword breaks into a school in Sweden, killing two people and seriously wounding two others before being shot by police and later dying in hospital. Rosie Batty to launch campaign focusing on child victims of domestic violence A new domestic violence campaign focusing on children launches today at Westmead Children's Hospital in Sydney by the Australian Medical Association (AMA) and Australian of the Year Rosie Batty. 70 hostages freed in Iraq, US soldier killed during rescue: Pentagon One member of a US special operations team is killed during an operation to free 70 hostages held by Islamic State militants in northern Iraq, the Pentagon says. 'I just can't jail her': Magistrate's mercy for murdered baby's mum A magistrate gives the mother of a baby tortured and murdered in WA's north a suspended sentence for assaulting police the night her son was taken, saying "if ever there was a time for the court to be merciful" it was today. Family's plea for return of remains of mother and daughter answered The family of Karlie Pearce-Stevenson and Khandalyce Pearce says the pair will be laid to rest in Alice Springs thanks to funds raised by the public and the help of local government. Hundreds could be victim of scam targeting Medicare system, estimates hears Hundreds of Australians could have had their identity stolen as part of a scam targeting the Medicare system, the Senate estimates committee hears. Hillary Clinton testifies to Congress over deadly Benghazi attack Democratic presidential frontrunner Hillary Clinton defends her handling of deadly attacks on the US mission in Libya in 2012, saying America must continue sending diplomats to dangerous places. Australia's new Joint Strike Fighter jets 'could cost $100m extra' The cost of Australia's new Joint Strike Fighter jets is expected to blow out by $100 million as a result of Canada pulling out of the troubled program. Federal Government grilled on why Palmerston hole was dug, only to be filled in again The Opposition asks the Federal Government why funds were provided to "dig a hole in Palmerston, part fill it with concrete, hold a media event and then fill the hole again" in the latest development in the "stairway to nowhere" controversy. Severe storm hits Brisbane as cells cross south-east Queensland A severe storm passes through Brisbane, leaving thousands of properties without power and bringing trees down ahead of the peak hour rush. Hunt continues as police downplay Stocco connection to rammed car A car that rammed police in northern Victoria is not the same one two of Australia's most wanted fugitives were last seen in, and Victoria Police do not believe the pair were behind the wheel. Asteroid to make Halloween fly-by of Earth A newly-discovered asteroid with an unusual fast orbit will come almost as close to Earth as the Moon on Halloween weekend, NASA says. Analysis and Opinion: The Drum We've already passed judgment on Abyan, so why bother with courts? By Michael Bradley US election: Biden couldn't compete with the Clinton clique By John Barron Why is no one questioning the TURC narrative? By Stephen Long The demographics that will change our world and our politics By Peter Curson Just In Weaving says Australia in golden era of film-making October 23, 2015 - 7:03 am Analysis: How US special forces 'assistance' differs from 'combat' in Iraq October 23, 2015 - 6:54 am SA fashion industry continues to create jobs October 23, 2015 - 6:52 am World • Analysis: How US special forces 'assistance' differs from 'combat' in Iraq • VW examining if more vehicles have pollution cheating software • US secretary urges halt of Israeli-Palestinian violence amid further attacks Business • Santos rejects $7b takeover by Middle East and Asian interests • BHP remains 'robust and resilient' chairman tells AGM • CBA lifts variable home loan rates Politics • Hillary Clinton testifies to Congress over deadly Benghazi attack • Julie Bishop arrives in Indonesia for first visit since Bali Nine executions • Hundreds could be victim of scam targeting Medicare system, estimates hears Sport • Wallabies' depth proving vital as World Cup enters final four • Warner to return from broken thumb in Sheffield Shield opener • Diamonds finish strong to beat Silver Ferns by 10 goals in Constellation Cup Science and Tech • Einstein was wrong: 'Spooky' quantum entanglement is real, researchers say • Petri dish painting comp turns mould into masterpieces • Bishop's all-emoji interview scrutinised by Senate committee Environment • Sunscreen chemical blamed for reef harm • Government pulls $4m funding for Lomborg research centre • First Fukushima worker diagnosed with radiation-linked cancer: Japanese officials Follow ABC News About this email You received this email because you are subscribed to ABC News email alerts. 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