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Top Stories Trump 'insulted' by question over whether he has ever worked for Russia US President Donald Trump avoids directly answering the question put to him by Jeanine Pirro, a personal friend at Fox News, after a report said law enforcement officials — concerned about his behaviour after he fired FBI director James Comey — began investigating the possibility. PM says Commonwealth taxpayers won't bail NT out of budget blues Scott Morrison all but rules out offering any extra Commonwealth support to help lift the Northern Territory out of its current fiscal black hole. Do not reverse onus of proof for black economy crimes, say experts Tax experts and business lobbies hit out against a Treasury proposal to reverse the onus of proof for certain black economy offences, which would force the accused to prove their innocence. Have you noticed these strange little cobwebs in your eye? They are called eye floaters and are quite common for most people due to changes in the vitreous — the gel-like substance that helps make up most of the shape of your eye. Here's why. Italian communist fugitive Cesare Battisti captured after 37 years of evasion This ends one of Italy's longest-running fugitive chases, with Battisti charged with four murders in absentia after escaping from prison and fleeing Italy in 1981. Bat attacks reach unprecedented level in heat-stressed NSW region Health officials say hot temperatures are to blame for a high number of bat attacks in the Hunter and New England, with some victims being bitten and scratched by animals carrying a virus similar to rabies. After 129 years, beloved local newspaper's future is fading Pat O'Sullivan took over the Hillston Spectator from his dad more than 60 years ago. But now, with his garden calling, the publication could be at risk of folding. Opinion: Tennis may fade from our radar, but the Australian Open is always special This summer the tumult in the Australian cricket team — and the enthralling series against India — has sucked what media oxygen remains for non-pigskin matters, making the arrival of the Australian Open this year seem abrupt, writes Richard Hinds. Analysis: Every year Government procrastinates on super reform is another $3.8 billion down the drain However the superannuation industry wants to gloss over it, the Productivity Commission's inquiry into the sector is a damning indictment, writes Andrew Robertson. Why being 'crazy organised' about your time could help you relax There are 8,760 hours in every year. A time audit could help you spend them doing the things you actually enjoy. 'It's a regulatory no-man's land': Nicotine found in 'nicotine-free' e-cigarette liquids Nicotine, the addictive agent found in tobacco cigarettes, is discovered in a number of e-cigarette liquids claiming to be free of it, according to a new study. John Howard praised for reportedly intervening in domestic violence incident The former prime minister has been lauded as "great" by Scott Morrison who says he gave Australians a reminder we all have a responsibility to call domestic violence out. Mother charged after allegedly feeding bleach to her sick baby The woman is accused of putting bleach into the feeding tube of her one-year-old son, who was born with a condition which can affect his ability to feed and breathe. 'This is anti-democratic blackmail': Yellow vest protesters attack journalists French media and industry organisations denounce yellow vest protester attacks on journalists after a series of incidents during the ninth-straight weekend of anti-government protests. My daughter concealed autism for 23 years. The diagnosis was life-changing Nothing had prepared Tracey Stewart for her daughter's diagnosis, thanks to Jessica's expert masking of the warning signs. But suddenly everything made sense — and the family has new hope for the future. 'Emotional blackmail' contributes to high vet suicide rate Australia has been in the grip of a national veterinarian shortage as vets leave the profession due to long working hours, "emotional blackmail" and prolonged stress. Goalkeeper scores 70-metre free kick, teenage debutant also nets from his own half Two long-range goals leave fans in raptures in the Irish Premiership and England's League One. Six maxed-out credit cards no barrier to accessing payday loans, inquiry hears A Senate inquiry has been told scores of payday lending horror stories, including a man with credit card debt who was given thousands of dollars in short-term loans. Search for missing German tourist called off, police in Alice Springs 'exhaust all locations' Vast aerial and land searches find no signs of the 62-year-old woman, who was last seen at a site near Alice Springs on New Year's Day. Morrison and Shorten scramble to announce more than $200m to save Top End park Both Scott Morrison and Bill Shorten will touch down on the edge of Kakadu National Park today where it's expected they'll offer a lifeline to the struggling Territory township of Jabiru. Analysis and Opinion Every year Government procrastinates on super reform is another $3.8 billion down the drain By business reporter Andrew Robertson Tennis may fade from our radar, but the Australian Open is always special By Offsiders columnist Richard Hinds Why Britain can't escape Brexit, however much it wants to By Nick Rowley The Liberal Party in WA is broke and this looms as its biggest challenge By Jacob Kagi World Democrats eye reported FBI probe into whether Trump has been working against US interests   Former Obama housing chief Julian Castro joins 2020 campaign   South African President urges men to unite against rape amid national crisis   Business Sydney set for more pain in property downturn — but some NSW towns are bucking the trend   Six maxed-out credit cards no barrier to accessing payday loans, inquiry hears   Black Friday boosts sales, as shoppers bring forward Christmas spending   Politics Every year Government procrastinates on super reform is another $3.8 billion down the drain   John Howard praised for reportedly intervening in domestic violence incident   New NSW Governor Margaret Beazley fights back tears as she accepts role   Sport Tennis may fade from our radar, but the Australian Open is always special   Goalkeeper scores 70-metre free kick, teenage debutant also nets from his own half   Football clubhouse fire devastates town, but Saints vow to break four-year losing streak   Science and Technology As debate raged over organ donation, 19-year-old Emily died   'Sneaky and inappropriate': Unsolicited texts from Palmer leave voters confused   Here's what 4,000 floating thermometers tell us about the future   Environment Could you survive a ban on single-use plastics?   Experts warn rotting fish could trigger more deaths if not cleaned quickly   Sea turtles suffering more injuries, illnesses as sea temperatures rise: expert       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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