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Top Stories US, Australia urged to get tough over South China Sea China has gained "effective control" over the South China Sea and is using "psychological warfare" in its quest for territorial expansion, according to a new study which urges the United States and allies to do more to push back. Live: Aussie openers fall after opting to bat again on day three Australia decides against enforcing the follow-on despite holding a 287-run lead after dismissing Pakistan for 142 on day three at the Gabba. Follow our live blog. Obama 'confident' Kremlin carried out cyber hacks US President Barack Obama confirms Russia was responsible for a series of cyber attacks during the election, but stops short of confirming Valdimir Putin himself orchestrated the attacks, instead saying "not much happens in Russia without" the President. Gold Coast theme parks cleared in safety audit after Dreamworld deaths Village Roadshow's theme parks, Warner Bros Movie World, Sea World and Wet'n'Wild get a clean bill of health by Queensland Government safety inspectors, the company's chief executive says. Anne Frank may not have been betrayed: study The arrest and deportation of famous Jewish diarist Anne Frank during World War II may have been sparked by an investigation into illegal labour or falsified ration coupons, new research suggests. Rolling coverage: Hundreds tumble down Federal Parliament lawns Hundreds of people take what may be their last opportunity to roll down the lush lawns of Parliament House in Canberra, as the famous hill is soon to be fenced off. Thousands of civilians still stranded in Aleppo after evacuations halted There are renewed fears for thousands of people still believed to be trapped in the remaining rebel enclave in Aleppo, after evacuation convoys out of the Syrian city were yesterday suspended. Call for volunteer caretakers on remote Maatsuyker Island Wanted: Nature lovers looking to escape to a remote island for six months, must be practical, hands-on and able to withstand 176kph wind gusts. Queensland police hunt suspect who stole $30,000 worth of seafood Queensland police release CCTV footage in the hunt for a man who stole $30,000 worth of seafood from a restaurant a week before Christmas. Estonia's citizen army gears up to deter Putin's war machine Would you rely on ordinary citizens to grab a gun or whip up a roadside bomb in the event of war? That's exactly what is happening in Estonia, as the tiny Baltic nation eyes the threat from Vladimir Putin's Russia. How Billabong's star went from million dollar man to the court dock At the height of his powers, former Billabong CEO Matthew Perrin was worth at least $50 million and was living the high life on the Gold Coast. But his fall from grace was mighty. Fukushima nuclear clean-up, compensation costs nearly double The total cost of decommissioning the stricken nuclear power plant at Fukushima and providing compensation to victims nearly doubles, with a new estimate placing the cost at $250 billion. 'Human Swan' finishes 7,000km winter migration A Sydney-born woman, who calls herself the "Human Swan", completes a bizarre and dangerous journey from the Russian Arctic tundra to a wetland in western England. Analysis and Opinion: The Drum With the fall of Aleppo, Idlib province becomes rebels' final stronghold By Middle East correspondent Matt Brown Dylan Voller evidence is a hurdle cleared but commission's task is still huge By Kate Wild The recession we're already in By business reporter David Taylor A man tried to fight me. He didn't land a punch but he still won By Emily Clark Just In Body found north of Perth in Bullsbrook December 17, 2016 - 4:04 pm New foster care plan sets deadline for abusive parents December 17, 2016 - 3:57 pm Tasmanian wilderness tourism plan 'a success': Government December 17, 2016 - 3:57 pm World • Washington Post launches Chrome extension to fact check Trump • Jagger reportedly names eighth child Deveraux Octavian Basil • Santa preparing for Christmas at Finland home Business • No recommendations from two-year inquiry into housing prices • Treasury has not modelled potential impact of credit rating hit • Crown, Bellamy's and ANZ prove China ain't no Silk Road for Australian businesses Politics • Obama 'confident' Kremlin carried out cyber hacks • Estonia's citizen army gears up to deter Putin's war machine • The political year in photos Sport • Live: Aussie openers fall after opting to bat again on day three • Day-night Tests create unfair advantage: Arthur • Nathan is Brisbane's most popular Lyon as the Gabba parties under lights Science and Tech • Fukushima nuclear clean-up, compensation costs nearly double • Self-driving Uber runs red light as company launches SF pilot program • Why there's nothing you can do about the Yahoo hack Environment • China wants 23 northern cities put on red alert for smog • Oldest water on Earth could provide clues to hidden life on Mars • Residents affected by RAAF base contamination 'left in the dark' Follow ABC News About this email You received this email because you are subscribed to ABC News email alerts. 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