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Top Stories Greens senator Scott Ludlam resigns over failure to renounce dual citizenship The deputy Greens leader steps down from Federal Parliament, after admitting he has been ineligible to sit in the Senate for his whole tenure because he holds dual citizenship. What does Ludlam's resignation mean for the Senate? Senator Scott Ludlam has made a shock announcement he is leaving the Senate. He's the second senator in WA from the last election to be taken out of the mix. So what exactly is going on, and why is the outspoken senator being forced to stand down? Woolworths and Coles to phase out plastic bags around the country Supermarket giant Coles announces they will follow Woolworths and phase out single-use plastic bags over the next 12 months. Can the Government access encrypted messages without a 'backdoor'? As many have pointed out, it's hard to see any tool that gives law enforcement privileged access to otherwise encrypted messages as anything else but a "backdoor", writes Robert Merkel. Senior AFL executives resign over 'inappropriate relationships' Two senior AFL executives, Simon Lethlean and Richard Simkiss, resign from their positions for "inappropriate relationships with two younger women who work in the AFL industry". Hopes photo found on camera card will help identify remains located in bushland Detectives trying to identity human remains found in bushland in Tasmania's south hope a photo from a camera card located at the scene will help their investigation. Chris Uhlmann's viral critique of Trump nearly didn't make it to air Tight security and dodgy wi-fi in Paris nearly prevented the critique of Donald Trump's performance at the G20 from happening, political editor Chris Uhlmann reveals. Eating a plant-based diet is healthy, and you don't need to give up meat A survey of Australians found 70 per cent thought a plant-based diet would prevent disease. But what does the literature say? And is meat really bad that for you? Coolaroo residents: 'We can't breathe, we can't stand outside, it's disastrous' In an area where housing developments are encroaching on industry in Melbourne's north, residents are left angry and frustrated as yet another fire billows hazardous smoke in their direction. NZ tourist killed by jet blast at Caribbean beach airport A New Zealand tourist has been killed by the blast from a jetliner taking off at a seaside airport in the Dutch Caribbean territory of Sint Maarten, officials say. Government targets 'unscrupulous employers who short-change employees' Rogue employers who hold back their workers' superannuation entitlements to boost their own cash flows will be targeted by a new regulatory crackdown announced today. Donald Trump tells Brigitte Macron she's 'in great shape' US President Donald Trump praised French first lady Brigitte Macron for being in "such good shape" during his state visit to France, a video on the French Government's Facebook page shows. 'Just got slimed': Truck carrying eels overturns on Oregon highway A truck carrying hagfish, commonly known as slime eels, overturns on an Oregon highway, turning the coastal road into a slimy mess. Attackers shot dead 'trying to kill police' on Jerusalem's Temple Mount The most holy site in Judaism has become the scene of a gunfight between police and unidentified attackers, leaving three dead and two in a critical condition. How Charlie Gard's terminal illness captured world attention The future of terminally-ill baby Charlie Gard, the case that has garnered support from figures like Donald Trump and the Pope, is being decided in court. Here's what you need to know. Morcombe killer's lawyer jailed for fraud High-profile Brisbane criminal solicitor Tim Meehan, who represented Daniel Morcombe's murderer Brett Peter Cowan, is sentenced to five-and-a-half years in jail, but will be eligible for parole in December 2018. Four bodies found buried on 20yo man's family farm The mysterious disappearance of four young men that has transfixed the Philadelphia area over the past week takes a sudden turn, with 20-year-old Cosmo DiNardo, who was in jail on other charges, confessing to killing them and burying their bodies on his family's farm. Netflix, SNL and Nicole Kidman score Emmy nominations Netflix scores it's most ever Emmy nominations and Nicole Kidman is recognised for her work in Big Little Lies. But with a major omission, the 2017 Best Drama category is wide open. Airbnb host fined after refusing rental to Asian woman An Airbnb host who cancelled a reservation and told the guest, "One word says it all. Asian", has agreed to pay a $US5,000 fine and attend a college course in Asian-American studies. Daniel Ricciardo may give shoey celebration the boot Be alarmed, F1 fans — Australian star Daniel Ricciardo may be on the verge of giving up his world-famous shoey celebration. 'I'm stuck in here': Trapped repairman slips help notes through ATM receipt slot A Texas repairman who became trapped inside an ATM slips notes to customers through the receipt slot pleading for them to help him escape. Analysis and Opinion: The Drum Australia is crying out for its own space agency. Here are six reasons why By Andrew P Street Trump's in serious trouble, thanks to the power he's given his family By Bruce Wolpe Democracy's only hope is for politicians to stand up to political parties By Tony Fitzgerald We don't need a homeland security portfolio but Dutton wants a bone By Michelle Grattan, University of Canberra Just In Alinta Energy drafting plans for 300MW power plant north of Adelaide July 14, 2017 - 5:01 pm ACT minister referred to police as fight over greyhound racing gets dirtier July 14, 2017 - 4:57 pm Fears WA mental health sector will miss out under Graylands sale July 14, 2017 - 4:52 pm World • 'Rambo' police pilot reappears after hijacking chopper in Venezuela • UK Government faces strong opposition over repeal bill • British aristocrat jailed for racist threat to Brexit challenger Business • Government targets 'unscrupulous employers who short-change employees' • Programmed Maintenance shares soar on $778m takeover bid • Woolworths and Coles to phase out plastic bags around the country Politics • Russian pop stars and the mysterious Jim: The week that was for Trump • Chris Uhlmann's viral critique of Trump nearly didn't make it to air • Government targets 'unscrupulous employers who short-change employees' Sport • Senior AFL executives resign over 'inappropriate relationships' • Venus eclipses Konta to reach Wimbledon final • Froome surrenders yellow to Aru as Bardet takes stage 12 Science and Tech • Can the Government access encrypted messages without a 'backdoor'? • High power bills? There's an app for that • Why is net neutrality a thing again? Environment • Coolaroo residents: 'We can't breathe, we can't stand outside, it's disastrous' • Woolworths and Coles to phase out plastic bags around the country • Homes evacuated as Melbourne plant fire grows to 'size of sports field' 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. 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