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Good afternoon. Here's what's happening now: US President Barack Obama has strongly backed Hillary Clinton at the Democratic National Convention. He said "there has never been a man or a woman - not me, not Bill [Clinton], nobody - more qualified than Hillary Clinton to serve as president" Former Supreme Court judge Brian Ross Martin has been selected to head the royal commission into youth detention in the Northern Territory. It comes as UN Special Rapporteur on Torture, Juan Mendez, said the mistreatment of juvenile detainees could amount to torture The Victorian Government has launched a $27 million program aimed at halving the state's suicide rate over the next decade. It includes funding for intensive support at six hospitals to treat people who have attempted suicide Two surfing buddies from Western Australia are going to have their invention - the Seabin - sold in up to 17 countries next year. The floating bins are constructed from recycled ocean waste and use solar pumps to collect marine rubbish Here's what's coming up: 4:30pm AEST: Turkey's Supreme Military Council is meeting. It's expected to agree on key military personnel changes in the wake of the failed coup 9:30pm AEST: British Prime Minister Theresa May meets with her Slovak counterpart Robert Fico, whose country currently holds the half-year rotating EU presidency, to discuss Brexit Top Stories Possible human rights breaches to be in NT royal commission's sights The royal commission into abuse in the Northern Territory juvenile justice system will focus on why investigations highlighting problems in the system were not sufficiently followed up, and whether detention centres have breached human rights obligations. Obama hails Clinton as 'most qualified nominee ever' President Barack Obama strongly backs White House hopeful Hillary Clinton at the Democratic National Convention, warning deep Republican pessimism is fanning resentment and hate during the 2016 election cycle. Queensland 'powerless to act' against rogue company behind massive tyre stockpiles Colourful former building industry identity Tony Di Carlo is accused of presiding over a disaster waiting to happen as his company builds up huge stockpiles of used tyres, with warnings a fire at the sites could blanket Brisbane in toxic smoke. Pell demands probe into police, ABC over sex abuse allegations Cardinal George Pell is calling for an investigation into whether some elements of Victoria Police and the ABC have conspired to pervert the course of justice, after the 7.30 program aired details of sexual abuse allegations against him. Australia's coordinates out by more than a metre, scientists say A team of scientists is due to recalculate Australia's latitude and longitude coordinates, which are currently out by more than 1.5 metres. RSPCA wants to stop 'cruel' dingo cull of feral goats on barrier reef island The animal welfare organisation is seeking to stop dingoes being used to kill feral goats on Pelorus Island in north Queensland, describing the practice as a cruel, cheap way to get rid of the animals. Surfers set to turn Seabin dream into sales reality A unique Australian invention aimed at reducing marine pollution is set to be made available in up to 17 countries next year, with a prototype undergoing final trials in luxury European marinas. Bill O'Reilly defends controversial slavery comments US political commentator Bill O'Reilly defends his controversial comments on slavery after Michelle Obama's speech, saying he was "attacked by the smear merchants". Kyrgios clearly unhappy with local support Irascible tennis star Nick Kyrgios takes a shot at the support, or lack thereof, from his compatriots after his first-round loss at the Toronto Masters. Physical inactivity costs world billions of dollars, study finds The global cost of physical inactivity for 2013 is calculated at $90 billion in a world-first study by the University of Sydney. All in the eyes: Cows' emotions uncovered in new study Cautious cows will always keep watch on potential threats with their left eye according to a new study that could help cattle breeders reduce stress and anxiety in livestock. Ninety women claim abuse at hands of Newcastle doctor The lawyer for a Newcastle doctor facing dozens of abuse allegations says his client vehemently denies all charges. Mum who severely beat child 'wants to be responsible mother' A young mother found guilty of severely injuring her toddler wants a suspended sentence to allow her to become a "responsible mother" to care for another baby, a court hears. Rio mayor, Aussie Olympic team chief Chiller bring an end to roo row Rio mayor Eduardo Paes and Australian chef de mission Kitty Chiller end their row over 'kangaroogate' and the state of Olympic athletes accommodation. Analysis and Opinion: The Drum Is a royal commission the best response to the NT juvenile justice crisis? By Melanie Schwartz and Chris Cunneen Has Vladimir Putin interfered in the US election? By Matthew Dal Santo Rio Olympics reality check: Putting Zika into perspective By Joseph Lewnard Don't expect super reform to come without a fight By Ian Verrender Just In Woman accused of organising hit on boyfriend 'sought to cover her tracks' July 28, 2016 - 4:18 pm Possible human rights breaches to be in NT royal commission's sights July 28, 2016 - 4:12 pm Driverless cars need Australia's coordinates to be corrected July 28, 2016 - 4:07 pm World • Aurora lights shine in space timelapse • China denies access to jailed US citizen and Hong Kong magazine chiefs • Former Indonesian military chief Wiranto returns to Cabinet Business • Telstra dividends threatened by post-NBN profit gap: Moody's • Rental growth stronger in regional Australia than in capital city markets • ATO targets self-managed super in annual tax return crackdown Politics • Tasmania's plan to lower kindergarteners' starting age raises concerns • Former Indonesian military chief Wiranto returns to Cabinet • As it happened: No-one's more qualified than Clinton, Obama says Sport • Talk and good intentions not helping Australians play spin • Cate Campbell says London swimming team debacle is long forgotten • Kyrgios clearly unhappy with local support Science and Tech • Driverless cars need Australia's coordinates to be corrected • Farewell Philae: Earth severs link with silent comet probe • Dutch men, Latvian women tallest in the world Environment • Queensland 'powerless to act' against rogue company behind massive tyre stockpiles • RSPCA wants to stop 'cruel' dingo cull of feral goats on barrier reef island • New Environment Minister Frydenberg says coal industry in 'major transition' Follow ABC News About this email You received this email because you are subscribed to ABC News email alerts. 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