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Rio parties as Olympics begin with spectacular opening ceremony
Rio launches the first Olympic Games in South America with a low-budget opening ceremony at the famous Maracana Stadium that featured a colourful light and sound show, the world's best athletes and supermodel Gisele Bundchen.
 
Man arrested as counter-terrorism police raid properties across Victoria
A 31-year-old man is arrested as counter-terrorism police raid four properties in Melbourne, Bacchus Marsh and Tatura.
 
'Slap in the face': MP condemns timing of NDIS computer glitch review
Dignity for Disability MP Kelly Vincent says the Federal Government had eight weeks to acknowledge there were problems with the new computer system for the NDIS.
 
Queensland coroner to revisit Daniel Morcombe inquest
The Queensland coroner will resume its examination of the police investigation into the disappearance of Sunshine Coast schoolboy Daniel Morcombe later this year or early next year.
 
Brumbies' Christian Lealiifano diagnosed with leukaemia
One of Australia's top rugby union players, Christian Lealiifano, is diagnosed with leukaemia, prompting messages of strength and support from across the rugby community.
 
13 killed as birthday candles spark fire in French bar
At least 13 people are killed and six injured in a fire during a birthday party in the basement of a bar in the northern French city of Rouen.
 
Solar batteries could spark power revolution in bush
Farmers trial solar battery and power systems paid for by the West Australian Government, in an area with some of the state's most unreliable electricity supply.
 
Japanese 'return doll souls to heaven' in fiery ceremony
At a shrine about an hour's drive outside of Tokyo, people of all ages have gathered to say a solemn farewell to the toys and dolls they no longer need, but simply can't throw away.
 
Adoption by same-sex couples, singles to be legalised in Queensland
Queensland laws which ban same-sex couples, singles and people undergoing fertility treatments such as IVF from adopting will be overturned, the State Government says.
 
Trump 'an unwitting agent' of Russia: ex-CIA official
A former top CIA official attacks Donald Trump as a danger to national security, saying President Vladimir Putin made the Republican presidential candidate an "unwitting agent" of Russia.
 
Triumphant Firebirds honoured in Brisbane parade
The Queensland Firebirds celebrate their historic back-to-back championship wins with fans during a tickertape parade through Brisbane city.
 
Long Tan veterans to receive gallantry awards 50 years after battle
Australian veterans from the Battle of Long Tan will next week receive official recognition for their gallantry, almost 50 years to the day after their heroic efforts in the Vietnam War.
 
Analysis and Opinion: The Drum
By Michael Janda Big banks do RBA a favour, even if it doesn't realise it
By Michael Janda
By Matthew Tyler Australia should 'pay for success' in tackling homelessness
By Matthew Tyler
By Helen Thomas There's a lot riding on the outcome of the 'cobalt appeals'
By Helen Thomas
By George Taleporos When the NDIS becomes a lifeline
By George Taleporos
 
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World
Trump endorses Paul Ryan, John McCain for re-election
Frenchmen to cross English Channel in pedal-powered submarine
Man charged with murder after London stabbing attack
 
Business
Bulls emerging in resources, but can it last?
Australian shares end higher, but fall on week
Reserve Bank ditches CoreLogic, but analyst defends home price data
 
Politics
Trump endorses Paul Ryan, John McCain for re-election
Pouch designed by autistic Singapore teen sells out after PM's wife takes it to White House
One Nation senator denies link to Sovereign Citizens movement
 
Sport
Rio parties as Olympics begin with spectacular opening ceremony
Rio 2016: What to watch out for on Day 1
As it happened: Rio Olympics kick off with strong message, huge party
 
Science and Tech
Frenchmen to cross English Channel in pedal-powered submarine
New NASA game lets players 'drive' Mars Rover
How to scientifically name a species
 
Environment
Green theme runs strong through opening ceremony
Queensland farmers protest land clearing legislation
Scientists sceptical over Greg Hunt's CSIRO U-turn
 

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