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Top Stories Champion for stem cell use named Australian of the Year A biomolecular scientist whose research helped restore mobility in a quadriplegic man is named as this year's Australian of the Year, discussing the importance of medical research in his acceptance speech. Mass escape after riot at youth correction facility in Malmsbury Seven inmates are on the run after escaping from a youth correction facility in Malmsbury and stealing several vehicles north-west of Melbourne. Trump moves ahead on Mexico border wall US President Donald Trump signs directives to build a wall along the country's border with Mexico and crack down on cities that shield illegal immigrants, proceeding quickly on sweeping and divisive plans to curb immigration and boost national security. Usain Bolt stripped of gold medal in Jamaican doping case Usain Bolt is stripped of one of his nine Olympic gold medals in a doping case involving teammate Nesta Carter. Australia Day honours list recipients on what it means to be recognised A nurse who has served at international disaster zones and former prime minister Julia Gillard are among the list of 958 people recognised on the Australia Day honours list for 2017. Here is what some of the recipients had to say. Netherlands launches global abortion fund to counter Trump cuts The Netherlands launches a global fund to help women access abortion services to compensate for US President Donald Trump's ban on federal funding for foreign groups providing abortions abroad. Sixers beat Heat in super over to make BBL final Sydney Sixers advance to the Big Bash League final against Perth Scorchers after needing a super over to get past Brisbane Heat in a thrilling clash at the Gabba. Shorten slams Joyce's 'go west' edict on home ownership Opposition Leader Bill Shorten accuses the Federal Government of being out of touch on housing affordability after the Deputy Prime Minister suggests people should move to the country if they want to purchase a home. Triple j Unearthed winner has high hopes for Hottest 100 Emerging Melbourne musician Tash Sultana says her love for music dragged her from drug problems to the top of the Australian music scene. China tells Trump to stay out of South China Sea dispute China uses a US television network interview to send its strongest message yet to Donald Trump that it will not back down on its claims in the South China Sea. Police in Somalia end siege at Mogadishu hotel At least eight people are dead and 14 injured as Somali security forces end a siege by extremist fighters who stormed a hotel in the capital, police say. Bishop expresses concern over new Israeli settlements The Australian Government is "concerned" about the significant recent settlement announcement in the West Bank, a spokesperson for Foreign Minister Julie Bishop says. 'You wouldn't celebrate September 11': Ad compares Australia Day to tragic world events If you wouldn't celebrate the September 11 attack on the twin towers, why would you celebrate Australia Day on January 26? That is the question being asked by a new Invasion Day ad campaign inspired by a famous anti-piracy campaign from the 2000s. Rafa roars into Australian Open semis A resurgent Rafael Nadal moves through to the Australian Open semi-finals for the first time in three years via a gritty straight-sets win over Milos Raonic on Rod Laver Arena. 10-year-old has close call with great white shark A NSW man takes photos of his 10-year-old son unknowingly surfing over a great white shark. Analysis and Opinion: The Drum How Trump has become the single biggest global market influence By business reporter David Taylor There's no time like the present to improve your financial health By business reporter Andrew Robertson Will NSW's new Premier let voters see her personal side? By state political reporter Brigid Glanville and staff Do you really want to get fit? Observations from a PT Just In Gambia prepares for new president's arrival January 26, 2017 - 7:12 am Redemption for Henriques as he proves the Sixers' super over hero January 26, 2017 - 7:08 am North Korean defector speaks out in Seoul January 26, 2017 - 6:54 am World • Gambia prepares for new president's arrival • North Korean defector speaks out in Seoul • Life's genetic alphabet expanded with extra base letters Business • Real estate agent opens up about widespread underquoting 'lies' • Interest rate rises boost bank profit margins at customers' expense • Few optimists on Australian housing outlook Politics • Gambia prepares for new president's arrival • North Korean defector speaks out in Seoul • Australia Day honours list recipients on what it means to be recognised Sport • Usain Bolt stripped of gold medal in Jamaican doping case • Rafa roars into Australian Open semis • Redemption for Henriques as he proves the Sixers' super over hero Science and Tech • Meet our Australian of the Year • Life's genetic alphabet expanded with extra base letters • Viruses, spyware found in 'alarming' number of Android VPN apps Environment • US national park deletes climate change tweets after Trump gag order • Trump advances controversial North Dakota pipeline • Government to keep renewable energy targets despite Trump concerns Follow ABC News About this email You received this email because you are subscribed to ABC News email alerts. 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