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Top Stories Killer's wife knew Tiahleigh Palmer's body was being dumped, but kept family's secret Julene Thorburn told police she knew her husband was loading the body of their dead foster daughter into the boot of their car but lied "out of fear" their family secret would be exposed. 'We got you': Harvey Weinstein leaves in handcuffs charged with rape, sex abuse Harvey Weinstein is taken to court in handcuffs after surrendering to New York City police over charges of rape and sex abuse against two women, months after he was toppled from Hollywood's highest ranks by scores of women accusing him of misconduct. 'It rebuilds their lives': New ice treatment results six time better than rehab The drug ice almost took over Nicole Bowering's life. While she has a permanent reminder of her addiction due to losing her fingers, a new treatment program has seen her get clean and help others do the same. The hunt for the Russian mystery man involved in shooting down flight MH17 The extraordinary investigation into the tragic downing of flight MH17 that left 298 dead in 2014, crossed borders and dived into the depths of the Russian intelligence service. Analysis: By-election date decision a masterclass in blindsiding and political bastardry Blindside the political establishment and you can be guaranteed at least 24 hours of focus on the fact you have blindsided them, rather than on what the implications of the decision involved in the blindsiding might be, writes Laura Tingle. Analysis: Donald Trump walks away from North Korea summit during a week of conspiracy theories It looked a bit like a high school break-up when Donald Trump walked away from a meeting with Kim Jong-un this week. But at least you can still buy the commemorative coin, write Zoe Daniel and Roscoe Whalan. A journey into the 'hell on earth' of one of Australia's harshest settlements Hundreds of children lost their lives in brutal conditions at the Moore River Aboriginal camp, a dark period of Australia's history that Kevin Barron hopes new research will ensure no one ever forgets. Meet the 'hero rats' clearing Cambodia's landmines Khmer Rouge survivor Thoeun Theap and his giant rat are helping to clear Cambodia of the explosives that make people here terrified of their own backyards. What takes a team of humans with metal detectors four days takes this pair just 30 minutes, writes Zoe Osborne. Flu vaccine stocks to be boosted after early rush saps supplies across Australia An extra 800,000 doses of the flu vaccine will be manufactured as significant demand means doctors are turning some patients away to preserve remaining doses for the most vulnerable. Analysis: Banking royal commission might not have shock value, but this week will likely have a big impact Don't think the royal commission has lacked impact this week, just because it has lacked shock — the failed ice-cream and pie shops examined in this week's hearings will likely have a huge impact on Australian capitalism. Opinion: Digital clocks spell the death of analog, but does it alter our perception of time? In most realms of life, digital time displays now vastly outnumber analog, yet we still teach children to read clock faces and use them to test for conditions such as dementia and stroke. Perhaps we'll only know what we've lost once analog timepieces are gone, writes Vivienne Pearson. 'Underpaying workers is theft': Vic Government promises hefty fines and jail terms for employers who underpay Victoria's Labor Government promises to introduce laws targeting employers who underpay their workers, with penalties of up to 10 years in jail. Banned by AFLW, transgender athlete sets her sights on handball glory Transgender athlete Hannah Mouncey, who was banned from playing in the AFLW, now has her sights set on the top echelon of another sport. Are feral donkeys in Australia a pest to be culled or a profit to be captured? Wild donkeys are known as environmental pests in Australia, causing erosion and damaging vegetation, but there is growing interest in turning that pest into a profit. Clive Palmer's assets frozen by Supreme Court over Queensland Nickel collapse The Supreme Court has frozen Clive Palmer's assets at the behest of PPB Advisory, the Federal Government-appointed liquidator of Queensland Nickel, which collapsed in 2016 leaving 800 people out of work. Bushfire threat eases in WA but storm continues to batter south The threat level for two bushfires near a township of 35,000 people in the south of Western Australia has been downgraded as firefighters manage to halt the blazes' destructive paths. Extreme street art: Man to be buried alive under city road for Dark Mofo Artist Mike Parr is to be buried alive beneath the bitumen of one of Hobart's busiest roads in what will perhaps be one of the more disturbing offerings of Tasmania's Dark Mofo festival next month. Arrested Development actors apologise for 'mansplaining' to co-star over abuse allegations Jason Bateman said he was "incredibly embarrassed" for his widely criticised comments surrounding abuse allegations against the actor Jeffrey Tambor. WA pair found guilty over 'citizen's arrest' with disturbing echo of Elijah Doughty death Two men have been found guilty over a midnight chase which left a teenage cyclist badly injured and a car on fire. NASA camera melted at rocket launch — but captured its own demise A NASA photographer's camera melts at a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launch — but its photos survived, capturing its own demise. Analysis and Opinion Will analog clocks go the way of the sundial? By Vivienne Pearson The royal commission this week might not shock, but it will still have a big impact By business reporter Daniel Ziffer After a cancelled summit, we're back comparing the size of each other's buttons By Zoe Daniel and Roscoe Whalan Magpies are getting less scared of planes. That's a problem By Mike Weston World On again? Trump says there's still a chance for the US-North Korea summit   At least 49 dead in DR Congo as boat overturns, officials say   Indonesian military to have direct involvement in counter-terrorism operations   Business Wesfarmers to sell UK Bunnings business facing a $400 million loss   Australia's banknote printers go on strike   Clive Palmer's assets frozen by Supreme Court over Queensland Nickel collapse   Politics 'Underpaying workers is theft': Vic Government promises hefty fines and jail terms for employers who underpay   Indonesian military to have direct involvement in counter-terrorism operations   Russia has to pay for shooting down MH17, says Julie Bishop   Sport Storm keep the edge over the Cowboys, as Raiders pip Manly   Magpies complete second-half comeback to beat the Bulldogs   ICC issues reminder after Pakistan players found wearing smartwatch devices   Science and Technology Will analog clocks go the way of the sundial?   Amazon's Alexa recorded a family's private conversation and sent it to a random contact   Why is land clearing bad news for the Great Barrier Reef?   Environment It's slimy and green — but did you know algae could light up Sydney?   Is it safe to swim in the Yarra River?   Is 'vegan leather' a sustainable alternative to animal leather?       Follow Us     The ABC sent this message to starnewsposting@gmail.com these details are included to help provide assurance that this is a genuine email from ABC. 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