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Top Stories Financial exploitation of elderly rife in retirement villages A joint Four Corners and Fairfax Media investigation into retirement village company Aveo uncovers exorbitant fees and complex contracts, with current and former residents describing the company's model as "financial abuse of the elderly". CPA axes embattled CEO Alex Malley The board of scandal-plagued accounting body CPA Australia terminates the contract of its high-profile chief executive Alex Malley, after he came under fire for his $1.8 million salary and the organisation's spending under his leadership. Police considering manslaughter charges over London tower fire London police are considering manslaughter charges in relation to the Grenfell Tower fire which killed at least 79 people, but say they have confirmed the deadly blaze started in a fridge and was not deliberately lit. North Korea dismisses accusations Otto Warmbier was tortured North Korea says the death of US university student Otto Warmbier soon after his return home was a mystery and dismisses as "groundless" accusations he died because of torture and beating during his captivity. Drug company criticised over 800pc price hike for narcolepsy treatment The manufacturer of a drug described as "life-changing" for people with narcolepsy has been criticised for its large price hikes — with the cost increasing by more than 800 per cent in just seven years. Meet Sweden's most famous police officer, an Australian Sixteen years ago, Scott Goodwin was a police officer in Sydney before he packed up and moved to a small Swedish city that was struggling with attitudes toward immigration, drugs and youth crime. Since then, he's become a minor celebrity in Sweden ... but not without making a few enemies. Careers Australia likely traded insolvent before its collapse: administrators Fallen education giant Careers Australia could have been trading insolvent for up to six months before it collapsed, according to a new report by voluntary administrators. Why are eating disorders in men and boys going unnoticed? Male stereotypes are impacting on anorexia nervosa diagnosis, experts warn, with an increasing number of boys suffering from the eating disorder. BankSA steps up protest against bank levy BankSA puts on ice plans to set up a new team in Adelaide, which would have created 150 jobs, in response to the South Australian Government's budget. 'Shear-jitsu': The new technique helping farm worker avoid injury Gun Kiwi shearer Pera Davies reckons he has shorn almost 2 million sheep in a career spanning nearly 40 years, but unlike many veterans he never misses a day's work to injury — and now he is helping others with his unique "shear-jitsu". The problem with Imam Tawhidi, the media's favourite Muslim In just 12 months, Mohammad Tawhidi has become one of the most prominent Muslim voices in the Australian media. But is Imam Tawhidi all he seems? UK police charge Finsbury Park mosque suspect with terrorism-related murder Darren Osborne — the man who allegedly ploughed a van into a group of Muslim worshippers outside a north London mosque, killing one person and injuring 11 more — is charged with a slew of offences, including terrorism-related murder and attempted murder. Swans pip Essendon for 1-point victory Sydney complete an astonishing one-point AFL victory over Essendon at the SCG, sneaking home via a Gary Rohan conversion from the goal square after the final siren. Record-breaking sniper shot kills IS militant at 3,540 metres The shot was believed to be more than 1,000 metres further than the previous longest distance for a confirmed kill shot, and would have taken the bullet just under 10 seconds to reach its target. Police stay silent in trial over 8yo Aboriginal boy locked in wagon Two NSW Police officers declined to testify in court on Friday over accusations of leaving an eight-year-old in the back of a wagon. When mum goes to prison More women are entering Australian prisons than ever before. When those women are also mothers, the consequences for families can be devastating. Titans triumph over Tigers, Warriors best Bulldogs The Warriors were too good for the Bulldogs, ending the match 21-14, while the Titans came out on top over the Tigers with a 26-14 win. Toothpick crossbow prompts parent petitions in China If you thought fidget spinners were annoying, spare a thought for school teachers and parents across China dealing with powerful mini-crossbows that shoot toothpicks and needles. Chris Rock shocks Perth pub by stepping on stage at $20 comedy night Punters at a regular Thursday night pub comedy gig in North Perth get more than they paid for when US actor and comedian Chris Rock grabs the microphone for a surprise stand-up performance. Analysis and Opinion: The Drum Queen's speech confirms a changed game in the UK By Europe correspondent Lisa Millar Stan Grant: A decade after the NT 'intervention', the 'torment of powerlessness' lives on By Indigenous affairs editor Stan Grant NSW is so rich, it's embarrassing By business editor Ian Verrender Sleeping pill or torture? US calls out North Korea over student's death By North America correspondent Conor Duffy Just In Why are eating disorders in men and boys going unnoticed? June 24, 2017 - 7:09 am What it's like to have an eating disorder during Ramadan June 24, 2017 - 7:00 am North Korea dismisses accusations Otto Warmbier was tortured June 24, 2017 - 6:31 am World • Thailand to impose 20-year national strategy on future governments • 'When was the last time an actor assassinated a president?' Depp asks crowd • UK schoolboys wear skirts to protest against shorts ban Business • CPA axes embattled CEO Alex Malley • Lack of wind a big blow for Infigen and power prices • SA Treasurer pulls off bank heist with a wink at Scott Morrison Politics • In a world of strangers who speaks your language? • Setka apologises for 'thuggish' outburst • Politicians under fire for pay increases while penalty rates cut Sport • Thurston's Origin career, 2017 NRL season over • Relive Thurston's best State of Origin moments • Cricket Australia revises pay offer in first real signs of negotiation Science and Tech • What your photos and their metadata say about you • US cycling great Greg LeMond in new venture with Geelong university • Warning genetic testing could put life insurance options at risk Environment • Biomass could be one solution to Australia's energy problems: CEFC • 'Godfather of Coral' urges Adani approval rethink following reef bleachings • It's so hot in the US planes can't leave the ground Follow ABC News About this email You received this email because you are subscribed to ABC News email alerts. 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