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  • In breaking news this morning, the US central bank has raised interest rates for the first time since the GFC. Our correspondent Stephanie March says it's a "big vote of confidence" in the US economy.

  • It could be up to a couple of weeks before residents can return to homes damaged in yesterday's Sydney tornado. There is a risk of asbestos in some of the debris.

  • WARNING: our review of the new Star Wars movie, which hit Australian cinemas overnight, contains spoilers. We can't say anything else about it because we dare not click on it.

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Here's what's coming up today:

  • 8.30am AEDT: Julie Bishop and Qantas boss Alan Joyce will announce the G'Day USA 2016 program

  • 9.15am AEDT: Police will announce increased security measures for the Boxing Day cricket Test

  • 9.30am AEDT: Volkswagen is expected to appear in Federal Court over its emissions scandal

  • 9.30am AEDT: The Federal Court is due to rule on former HSU boss Kathy Jackson's appeal against orders to repay $1.4m

  • 12.15pm AEDT: Defence Minister Marise Payne tours submarine builder ASC

 
Top Stories
Financial transactions linked to terrorism up 300 per cent: Austrac
Australia's financial intelligence agency Austrac says it has seen a 300 per cent increase in the number of financial transactions in Australia suspected of being linked to terrorism, particularly Islamic State.
 
Before and after: How the drought is biting in regional Australia
Drought is spreading across southern and eastern Australia, affecting more of Queensland than ever previously recorded. Use our interactive images to explore how the impact on the landscape.
 
Almost 200 charities stripped of charitable status
Almost 200 charities are being removed from the Federal Government's official register, to ensure only "active and compliant" charities are listed.
 
Preventing a zombie apocalypse: Study uses zombies to highlight risks of a serious pandemic
The world is still not prepared for serious viruses like Ebola to become pandemic, says an infectious diseases expert who warns that a large zombie outbreak would lead to human extermination.
 
Cage of secrecy unlocked as new Star Wars film opens
Star Wars: The Force Awakens finally opens in cinemas around world, with record numbers of excited fans turning out for their first look at the long-awaited seventh instalment.
 
US Federal Reserve raises interest rates for first time in nine years
The US Federal Reserve has raised interest rates for the first time in nearly a decade, signalling faith that the US economy has largely overcome the wounds of the 2007-2009 financial crisis.
 
Asbestos threat after tornado hits Sydney
Residents at Kurnell on Sydney's south coast are surveying the damage this morning after a tornado ripped through the area yesterday, tearing roofs off houses and destroying property.
 
Adoption rates reach new low, state departments urged to put children first
Social Services Minister Christian Porter calls on state child protection agencies to shift their attitudes towards adoption, with new figures confirming the adoption rate in Australia has reached a new low.
 
Super-Earth: Potentially habitable planet discovered 14 light years from Earth
Australian astronomers discover the closest potentially habitable planet found outside our solar system so far — a super-Earth located just 14 light years away.
 
Silicon Wadi: Israel to become start-up hotspot for Australian entrepreneurs
Israel becomes the first pit stop in the Federal Government's mission to create innovation "landing pads" across the world, with Tel Aviv touted as the equivalent to Silicon Valley.
 
'It would be shame if a plane fell from the sky': China's warning to RAAF over South China Sea flights
A Chinese state-owned newspaper issues a strongly worded warning to Australia about a Royal Australian Air Force surveillance plane carrying out "freedom of navigation" exercises over the South China Sea.
 
Gold nugget, stored in box used for hallway cricket, goes on display
A 10.7-kilogram gold nugget is loaned to the Australian Museum for display after public servants discover it locked away in box they were using for impromptu cricket games.
 
Two men linked to Paris attackers arrested in Austria: report
Two men, who allegedly entered Europe through Greece on fake Syrian passports, have been arrested at a refugee centre in Austria on suspicion of being connected to the Paris attacks.
 
Analysis and Opinion: The Drum
By Michael Janda It might be time to rewrite Australia's budget script
By Michael Janda
By Greg Jericho MYEFO confirms it: We have a mine-sized revenue hole
By Greg Jericho
By Dominic Knight Five things I want to see in The Force Awakens - and five things I don't
By Dominic Knight
By Ruby Jones Goodbye Soundwave, hello boutique music festivals
By Ruby Jones
 
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Before and after: How the drought is biting in regional Australia
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World
Jailed Saudi blogger's wife accepts EU Sakharov prize on behalf of jailed husband
EU adopts tougher rules on tracking jetliners
Japan's top court upholds 'archaic' law requiring common surnames for married couples
 
Business
US Federal Reserve raises interest rates for first time in nine years
Australia's biggest companies bagging $100m in sales each year under tax microscope
Credit ratings caution Australia on financial vulnerabilities
 
Politics
Two men linked to Paris attackers arrested in Austria: report
EU adopts tougher rules on tracking jetliners
North Korea sentences Canadian pastor to life for subversion
 
Sport
Castro scores game-winner as Glory upset Victory
Manly confirms Walker signing from Rabbitohs
'Too much politics is killing West Indies cricket', says Dwayne Bravo
 
Science and Tech
E-health trial improving outcomes for kids with cerebral palsy
First British astronaut arrives at International Space Station
Female scientists consider their career prospects bleak, survey finds
 
Environment
Victoria's first wave power unit installed off Port Fairy coast
Forest fires and traffic congestion plague Indonesia
Linc Energy boss says 'no evidence' operations allowed toxic gas to escape
 

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