ABC NewsMail - Afternoon Edition

Top Stories Missing sailors found dead below decks on board stricken US Navy destroyer The search for seven US Navy sailors missing after their destroyer collided with a cargo ship in waters off Japan is called off after several bodies are found in the ship's flooded compartments, including sleeping quarters. NSW flags building code crackdown after reports cheap cladding fuelled Grenfell Tower inferno NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian says the state's building safety measures are being urgently reviewed after reports cheap cladding used on the outside of the London tower block fuelled an inferno now believed to have killed nearly 60 people. Airbnb: Why the 'sharing economy' could be bad news for the Australian dream Australians have embraced the sharing economy with gusto, but there are concerns websites like Airbnb are exacerbating the rental affordability crisis, swallowing up properties once available to locals as landlords cash in on lucrative nightly rates for tourists. Women over 50: A tale of two fates For many women, landing on the wrong side of 50 brings unexpected bonuses, writes Jane Caro. But others will find that a lifetime of sexism has left them out in the cold. 'We're on to something good': Doctors learn how to prescribe medicinal cannabis A Brisbane cancer survivor says medicinal cannabis helped heal a large ulcerating tumour eating into his neck as doctors prepare to meet in Melbourne to learn more about prescribing the newly available drug. Deadly forest fires rip through central Portugal At least 25 people have been killed in forest fires ripping through several towns in central Portugal, many of them trapped in their cars as flames swept over a road, as hundreds of firefighters battle to contain the blaze. Curfews, GPS tracking considered for potential terrorists in Victoria Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews says he is willing to curb the rights of a few individuals to protect the state from the threat of terrorism as he announces a report into how anti-terrorism laws should be strengthened in the state. Government in race against the clock to clinch Gonski 2.0 deal Gonski 2.0 could be finalised this week — but only if the Government can find the 10 votes it needs to get the schools funding package across the line. The only party not at the negotiating table is Labor, with all other senators still talking to the Government. Baby bilby triplet Jane meets famous namesake Dr Goodall One of the triplet baby bilbies born near Brisbane earlier this year is introduced to renowned UK primatologist Dr Jane Goodall, after whom it was named. Elderly pooches find 'forever' homes with retirees When Mike and Joan Gourley adopted an old cattle dog with cancer, they didn't know how much longer either they or their new family member would have, but they're planning on spending retirement together. Wil Anderson arrested on plane, released, show goes ahead Comedian Wil Anderson went on stage in Wagga Wagga last night just hours after being arrested following what he says was a "misunderstanding" on a Qantas plane. Cosby walks free after judge declares mistrial in sex assault case Bill Cosby's trial on sexual assault charges ends in a mistrial after jurors fail to reach a unanimous decision, with the judge describing the outcome as "neither vindication nor victory for anybody". Camp David, where presidents go for a break US President Donald Trump picks simple over swanky as he heads to presidential retreat Camp David for the first time this weekend. AFL live: Dees v Dogs heating up as premiers struggle The AFL's round 13 concludes with the Sunday afternoon clash between the defending champion Western Bulldogs and the Melbourne Demons. Catch all the action in our live AFL ScoreCentre. NRL live: Eels take on Dragons to close out round 15 Round 15 concludes with the Parramatta Eels taking on St George Illawarra. Follow all the action and tune in to our live commentary in our NRL ScoreCentre. Have you ever taken a bath in a forest? Tired? Stressed? The Japanese art of forest bathing or "shinrin yoku", which involves slow and tranquil walks through pristine wilderness, may be the cure for the ills of your urban life. Analysis and Opinion: The Drum Cosby's alleged victims 'not ruined but damaged' By North America correspondent Conor Duffy Women over 50: A tale of two fates By Jane Caro Finkel will test PM's ability to deliver significant reform: Grattan By Michelle Grattan, University of Canberra Why a free trade deal with India is unlikely By South Asia correspondent James Bennett Just In NRL live: Eels take on Dragons to close out round 15 June 18, 2017 - 3:25 pm Deadly forest fires rip through central Portugal June 18, 2017 - 3:25 pm Baby bilby triplet Jane meets famous namesake Dr Goodall June 18, 2017 - 3:15 pm World • Bomb blast in Colombia's capital kills three • Philippines President Duterte threatens to extend martial law • Republican congressman on the mend after being shot at baseball game Business • This week in finance: Amazon storms grocery aisles • Big business, government must help plug cyber security brain drain, expert says • Brisbane landlords dropping rent, offering freebies for office tenants Politics • Government in race against the clock to clinch Gonski 2.0 deal • Philippines President Duterte threatens to extend martial law • Republican congressman on the mend after being shot at baseball game Sport • AFL live: Dees v Dogs heating up as premiers struggle • NRL live: Eels take on Dragons to close out round 15 • Lightning's Mostert earns glowing praise after Super Netball grand final win Science and Tech • Scientists smash quantum entanglement distance record • Dr Karl: How to win at the pokies • Backing up life: Preparing for a doomsday event Environment • Solar bonus scheme crackdown in Queensland 'to save $1b' • Japan to consider law backing commercial whaling • Six Michigan officials criminally charged over Flint water crisis Follow ABC News About this email You received this email because you are subscribed to ABC News email alerts. This message was sent to you at starnewsposting@gmail.com. Please add newslists@your.abc.net.au to your email address book to see images by default and stop the email being treated as spam. This email address is not monitored - Please don't reply to this email. This service may include material from Agence France-Presse (AFP), APTN, Reuters, AAP, CNN and the BBC World Service which is copyright and cannot be reproduced. Add or remove topics | Unsubscribe | Contact Us   Australian Broadcasting Corporation, 700 Harris Street, Ultimo NSW 2007 © 2017 ABC | Conditions of Use | Privacy Policy | Discover other ABC Email newsletters