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Good morning. Here's what's happening now: The World Health Organisation is warning the Zika virus could infect between 3 and 4 million people as it transforms from a mild threat to one that is "spreading explosively" The US military is working on a contingency plan for the possible collapse of Mosul dam, which is in IS controlled territory in northern Iraq. If it collapses, or is blown up, it would unleash a massive wall of water that could kill hundreds of thousands of people Novak Djokovic has secured a place in the Australian Open final after defeating Roger Federer in four sets. He will face either Milos Raonic or Andy Murray, who play in the other semi-final tonight Ancient Babylonian texts have provided the earliest known examples of mathematical and geometric astronomy. Analysis revealed humans calculated the position of Jupiter using geometric techniques 1,400 years earlier than previously thought Here's what's coming up: 8:00am AEDT: Opposition education spokeswoman Kate Ellis is on News Breakfast 9:30am AEDT: Sentencing hearing for former union leader John Maitland who was found guilty of giving misleading evidence to ICAC 10:45am AEDT: PM Malcolm Turnbull is expected to attend the launch of a new mobile website for those at the risk of homelessness 11:00am AEDT: Creditors of Clive Palmer's Queensland Nickel meet in Townsville 11:15am AEDT: Shadow treasurer Chris Bowen will discuss Australia and Indonesia's bilateral relations in Brisbane 1:00pm AEDT: The Republican candidates will face off in a nationally televised debate, except Donald Trump, he's boycotting it and holding his own event 2:00pm AEDT: Red carpet arrivals at the G'Day USA Gala Dinner in Los Angeles Top Stories Zika virus 'spreading explosively', millions of cases expected: WHO The World Health Organisation expects the Zika virus, which is spreading through the Americas, to affect between 3 million and 4 million people, a disease expert says. Iraq's Mosul dam 'going to go fast and that's bad': US general The top US general in Iraq says the US military is working on a contingency plan to deal with the potential collapse of Mosul dam in northern Iraq which could kill hundreds of thousands of people living along the heavily-populated Tigris river. Man arrested at Disneyland Paris with handguns and Koran: police A man carrying two handguns, ammunition and a Koran is arrested at a hotel in Disneyland Paris, police sources say. Devastating Djokovic leaves Rod Laver Arena crowd cold Novak Djokovic's business-like brilliance overcomes Melbourne Park favourite Roger Federer to seal place in Australian Open final. Police search homes linked to Australian featured in IS video Counter-terrorism police search two Melbourne homes linked to an Australian man who appeared in a propaganda video for the so-called Islamic State's health service in Syria. Social octopuses resolve fights using colour to mark their mood Octopuses are social animals that change colours to resolve disputes and even throw debris at each other, video footage of a group of the feisty sea creatures in Jervis Bay shows. 'National Dickhead Day' cafe sign stirs Australia Day controversy A NSW cafe owner says he has received death threats and been abused over his "Yes, we're open on National Dickhead Day" sign. Heavy rain closes roads in Tasmania, but deluge fails to put out bushfires After two weeks of unprecedented bushfires, Tasmania is now dealing with a deluge of rain which has caused flash flooding and closed roads. Indigenous Affairs Minister defends Government amid Pearson critique Federal Minister Nigel Scullion says his department is taking a methodical approach to Indigenous affairs amid criticism from Noel Pearson that Aboriginal people have been disempowered and ignored. Budget cuts could stop High Court travelling, Chief Justice warns Financial pressures on the nation's highest court could prevent it from being able to sit outside of Canberra, its Chief Justice warns. Federal Opposition calls on state Liberal governments to support Gonski commitment The Federal Opposition is continuing to hammer the Coalition over school funding, calling on state Liberal governments to support Labor's commitment to plunge billions of dollars into education. Barbie's new collection to include 'tall, curvy and petite' dolls Barbie, long the stereotypical blue-eyed blonde bombshell, has been given a makeover. The iconic doll will now be available in three new body-types — tall, petite and curvy. Analysis and Opinion: The Drum The SSM plebiscite isn't looking like a masterstroke now By Jeff Sparrow The gathering storm of the ideology wars By Michael Bradley Mitchell Pearce has reminded us that privacy is a thing of the past By Simon Tatz Slaves to the machine: Maybe the decline in iPhone sales growth is a good thing By Peter Lewis Just In Mitchell Pearce faces anxious wait on NRL career January 29, 2016 - 7:33 am SES Commissioner caught drink-driving, won't stand down January 29, 2016 - 7:31 am Barbie's new collection to include 'tall, curvy and petite' dolls January 29, 2016 - 7:19 am World • Islamic State claims Yemeni palace car bombing that kills six • 'Affluenza' teen deported back to Texas from Mexico to face court • Driverless bus takes to Dutch public roads in world 'milestone' Business • Terms of trade continue to plummet • IPO returns beat established listings amid shift to smaller tech floats • McAleese Transport wins reprieve from bankers Politics • Islamic State claims Yemeni palace car bombing that kills six • Bracks backs Funder in Wills preselection in calls for grassroots democracy • Why Donald Trump continues to gain momentum Sport • Devastating Djokovic leaves Rod Laver Arena crowd cold • Mitchell Pearce faces anxious wait on NRL career • IOC to issue Zika guidelines as Rio Olympics loom Science and Tech • Driverless bus takes to Dutch public roads in world 'milestone' • Dog who lost legs in lawnmower accident gets 3D-printed limb • Computer beats professional at 'most complex game ever' Environment • Bush-loving tourists wanted for month-long nature stay • Melbourne air quality drops as Tasmanian bushfire smoke drifts • Sensors gave warnings months before Brazil dam burst: reports Follow ABC News About this email You received this email because you are subscribed to ABC News email alerts. 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