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Good morning. Over the break, we've been busy making some changes to NewsMail. Here's what's new: You can now choose to receive only the morning or afternoon editions You can subscribe to a new topic: Features We've changed the Offbeat topic. It's now Good News, the antidote for the usual stream of bad news. Want to upgrade?: Go here to manage your preferences. Top Stories Rescues, evacuations in flood-ravaged Hunter region Flooding in NSW's Hunter region leads to evacuations, rescues and hundreds of calls for help as forecasters warn of more heavy rain and the prospect of flash flooding in Sydney. Barack Obama wipes away tears during push to tighten gun rules US President Barack Obama unveils a set of new executive actions on gun control, wiping away tears as he remembers children killed in the Sandy Hook mass shooting. Labor questions PM's commitment to tackling discrimination against women Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull's commitment to tackling discrimination against women is being questioned after the position of Sex Discrimination Commissioner is left vacant for four months. Outback search for missing ultralight plane in SA Search teams begin scouring the Lake Eyre region of South Australia for an ultralight aircraft which disappeared while on a scenic flight. France marks first anniversary of Charlie Hebdo attack French President Francois Hollande unveils plaques in memory of the victims of the Charlie Hebdo shootings, which claimed 17 lives. Bodies of 34 asylum seekers found on Turkish coast At least 34 asylum seekers drown off Turkey's Aegean coast, seven of them children, after their boat apparently capsizes as they try to reach the Greek island of Lesbos. Cole Miller 'would have loved to emulate Olympian brother' The country's water polo community has been "shattered" by the one-punch death of 18-year-old Cole Miller, a rising star who hoped to compete at the highest level, the head of the sport's peak body in Australia says. McLaughlin shocked by Gayle's 'disappointing' comments Sports journalist Mel McLaughlin says Chris Gayle's on-air flirting took her by surprise despite suggestions she should have known what to expect from the West Indian cricketer. Malaysia Airlines bans checked baggage for flights to Europe Malaysia Airlines imposes a ban on checked-in baggage on its flights from Kuala Lumpur to Europe, citing safety and "strong head winds" as the reasons for the measure. Toddler dies after being hit by car in Perth driveway A two-year-old girl dies after an accident involving a car driven by her father in the driveway of a Perth home. Fighting Stosur goes down to Suarez Navarro Samantha Stosur shows some fight before losing to Carla Suarez Navarro 6-1, 6-7, 6-4 to bow out of the Brisbane International. Laurie Anderson holds concert for dogs in Times Square A concert for dogs, the brainchild of experimental artist Laurie Anderson, is held in New York's Times Square, with dozens barking and howling at sounds only perceptible to their ears. Analysis and Opinion: The Drum Can we understand the appeal of Donald Trump? Yes we can By John Barron Shorten will need more than bluster to answer Turnbull threat By Mungo MacCallum 'That's just Chris Gayle for you' doesn't cut it By James Maasdorp The alternative to Uber's surge pricing isn't fair either By Chris Berg Just In One US service member killed, two wounded in Afghanistan: US military January 6, 2016 - 7:26 am Labor questions PM's commitment to tackling discrimination against women January 6, 2016 - 7:19 am Barack Obama wipes away tears during push to tighten gun rules January 6, 2016 - 6:58 am World • One US service member killed, two wounded in Afghanistan: US military • Missing Hong Kong bookseller is British citizen, UK says • Six militants killed in air base operation amid India-Pakistan tension Business • Dick Smith enters receivership due to bad sales • China worries drag local share market down • Business outlook muted in election year Politics • One US service member killed, two wounded in Afghanistan: US military • Labor questions PM's commitment to tackling discrimination against women • France marks first anniversary of Charlie Hebdo attack Sport • Hewitt 'enjoying the ride' as he leads Australia Gold to Hopman Cup tie win over USA • Renegades fine Gayle $10,000, extend apology to McLaughlin • McLaughlin shocked by Gayle comments Science and Tech • 'A great honour': New fish species named after author Tim Winton • Mark Zuckerberg to create Iron Man-style AI butler • 'Hacker attack' puts BBC websites offline Environment • 'Peasants' revolt against #CleanForTheQueen • Strong earthquake hits near India-Myanmar-Bangladesh border • New Delhi cuts cars to combat world's worst air pollution Follow ABC News About this email You received this email because you are subscribed to ABC News email alerts. 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