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Top Stories Kim Jong-un's fast-track from laughing stock to global menace The world has laughed heartily at North Korea's moon-faced dynastic leader since his rise to power in late 2011, but Kim Jong-un's most successful long-range missile test is drowning out the mirth and forcing a rapid re-think of his intentions, writes Greg Jennett. ADFA cadet found not guilty of rape A 19-year-old Australian Defence Force Academy cadet is found not guilty of raping a female cadet after a night out in Canberra. Senior staff covered up 'fake doctor', inquiry told A fake doctor working at a Sydney hospital was detected as a fraud but allowed to continue working in the health system, an independent inquiry is told. 'I want people to know the truth': Family of murdered environment officer calls for inquest The family of murdered New South Wales environment officer Glen Turner calls for a coronial inquest to reveal the circumstances that led to a landholder gunning down the father of two. Why did the Aussie dollar drop even though the RBA kept rates steady? Central banks have signalled that nearly a decade of ultra-loose monetary policy is approaching its end, but the Reserve Bank appears to have missed the memo. How Ancient Roman concrete still stands while modern version erodes Concrete marine structures built thousands of years ago by the Ancient Romans are stronger now than when they were first built, and scientists have uncovered the chemistry behind how it works. 'Blood was coming out of his ears': Teen who allegedly kicked police officer denied bail Prosecutors say a 16-year-old boy who allegedly kicked a police officer in the face in Sydney used such force the constable had blood "squirting out of his ears". London-based company wins bid for Whyalla steelmaker Arrium South Australian steelmaking business Arrium will be sold to a British company and not the Korean consortium identified as the preferred bidder, in what the state's Premier Jay Weatherill has labelled "a dramatic victory". Melbourne mayor backs 'boll-art' as 'middle finger' to terrorism Melbourne Lord Mayor Robert Doyle says he supports efforts to beautify anti-terrorism bollards recently placed across the city, and he is sorry if authorities have been giving the artists "a hard time". New map records massacres of Aboriginal people After years of painstaking research, an online map is launched marking the massacres of Aboriginal clans across Australia's colonial frontier. Esperance war veteran fights back after teens break in A 78-year-old man fights off teenagers who break into his home, saying: "They came looking for trouble and they found it". MH370 search narrows further to area along 'the seventh arc' Researchers trying to solve one of the greatest mysteries in aviation history believe they are one step closer to finding Malaysian Airlines flight MH370 which disappeared without a trace in 2014. Reddit troll apologises over Trump CNN wrestling video The anonymous user behind the notorious mock wrestling video between US President Donald Trump and CNN apologises for creating the clip and says he became "addicted to trolling and getting a reaction from subs" on Reddit. Bored at Wimbledon? Then get another job, Navratilova tells Tomic Bernard Tomic's embarrassing Wimbledon performance incenses tennis greats like Martina Navratilova, who says he should quit if he finds the greatest tournament in the world boring. 'Slow death': 87yo Aboriginal artist sleeping outside with dogs amid calls for better aged care Her paintings have been exhibited in Paris, London, New York, Tokyo and Milan. But in her old age, renowned Aboriginal artist Kathleen Ngale lives on a mattress outdoors, unable to walk, kept warm during cold desert winter nights by about a dozen dogs who sleep alongside her. Abbott 'second-best' budget comments nothing but 'background noise': Morrison Treasurer Scott Morrison dismisses as "background noise" new leaked comments made by Tony Abbott, in which the former prime minister says the Government is at a "low ebb" and has put forth a "second-best" budget. Sagan kicked out of Tour after nasty crash puts Cavendish out Green jersey favourite Peter Sagan is out of the Tour de France, after his aggressive elbow in the stage four finish sent Mark Cavendish crashing out of the race. Ex-Bronco recruit breaks down at inquiry into Ackerman's death Rugby league player Francis Molo, who was responsible for the tackle that killed James Ackerman, tells the Coroners Court in Brisbane he did not think he made a shoulder charge. You probably think this story's about you: How to spot and deal with an office narcissist The narcissist is so full of their own self-importance, they make life miserable for those around them. How can you identify these problem people and how should you deal with them? How does Hobart fare in battle to be 'gateway to Antarctica'? Cities in Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Argentina and Chile all want to be known as the jumping-off point to the Antarctic — but which location is best placed to make that claim? Daring rescue saves man trapped in rising floodwaters With floodwaters rapidly rising and only minutes to spare, a man in China is saved by brave colleagues and the ingenious use of a fire hose. Analysis and Opinion: The Drum Housing surplus raises price crash risks By business reporter Michael Janda Children dying in drought-ravaged Somaliland By Africa correspondent Sally Sara Blowing bubbles: The new world economic order By business editor Ian Verrender Richard Hinds: What will we tell our grandchildren about Horn v Pacquiao? 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Then get another job, Navratilova tells Tomic • Fresh footage of earlier Fahour hit emerges as tribunal awaits • Bugg's AFL future uncertain after big ban Science and Tech • Facebook fights US gag order surrounding warrants for users' data • Nanotechnology could turn windows into mirrors • Scientists discover why some deep-sea corals glow Environment • 'I want people to know the truth': Family of murdered environment officer calls for inquest • Scientists discover why some deep-sea corals glow • Sydney's next toll road priced at $18 billion 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. 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