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Park says NSW health workers don’t want to be punching bags

August 1, 2019.NSW opposition health spokesman Ryan Park speaks to reporters at Sydney's Royal North Shore Hospital as thousands of public hospital workers plan to strike across NSW in a fight for increased security in their workplaces. Mr Park says Labor stands with hospital workers and calls on the Berejiklian government to listen to their concerns. "They don't want to be punching bags," Mr Park says. (AAP Video/Dominica Sanda) from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/33094KY
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Morrison govt committed to ‘climate adaption’ in the Pacific

Minister for the Pacific Alex Hawke says the Morrison government is "absolutely" committed to ensure funding for "climate adaptation and climate resilience" in the Pacific. Mr Hawke told Sky News Australia's Infrastructure Financing Fund, a $2 billion investment in the Pacific, will lead to "projects based on climate adaption and climate resilience". Image: AP from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2YCGagN
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We need hospitals that are safe: Hayes

August 1, 2019. HSU NSW secretary Gerard Hayes speaks to reporters in Sydney as thousands of public hospital workers plan to strike across NSW in a fight for increased security in their workplaces. "We're not harming patients with this action... we need to have hospitals that are going to be far more safe and secure," Mr Hayes says. "This is a starting point." Mr Hayes says the Department of Health has agreed to a trial of 15 extra security staff at Gosford and Wyong Hospital. While acknowledging it was a step in the right direction, Mr Hayes says members are not prepared to sit back as dozens of public hospital workers were assaulted at work every month. (AAP Video/Dominica Sanda) from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2K8w7Ml
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Plibersek has no knowledge of Bitar or Abib’s lobby against inquiry into Crown

August 1, 2019. Shadow minister for Eduction, Tanya Plibersek speaks to the media in Canberra saying she has no knowledge of whether Carl Bitar, a former National Secretary of the Australian Labor Party who works as an executive for Crown Limited, or Mark Abib, a former Labor minister who works for James Packer's company, lobbied Labor members to vote against a parliamentary inquiry into Crown Casino. Ms Plibersek says hasn't heard from them in a "very long time". The Law integrity commission has limited powers and can't question former or current ministers regarding ministerial conduct. (AAP Video/Marc Tewksbury) from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/336vSsK
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Littleproud says Inspector-General for Murray-Darling will be "a tough cop on the beat"

August 1, 2019. The Minister for Water Resources David Littleproud speaks to reporters in Canberra announcing the federal government is appointing an Inspector-General to oversee the governance of the Murray-Darling basin. "This will be a statutory position, one that will report to me and the Murray Darling state ministers," Mr Littleproud says. "It will be holding to account the Murray-Darling basin authority, the commonwealth government and state governments," he states. "He or she will have the power to compel evidence". (AAP Video/Marc Tewksbury) from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2YdI63M
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NSW abortion bill introduced to parliament

Supplied video obtained Thursday, July 31, 2019 of NSW independent MP Alex Greenwich introducing the Reproductive Health Care Reform Bill 2019 to state parliament. The private member’s bill to decriminalise abortion has 15 co-sponsors from across the political divide. The law criminalising abortion hasn’t changed since 1900 - a time when women couldn’t vote and when there were no women in NSW parliament. “Now, not only can women vote and stand for office, our state has a female premier, a female leader of the opposition and a female governor,” Mr Greenwich says. (AAP Video/Supplied/Parliament of NSW) NO ARCHIVING, EDITORIAL USE ONLY from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2GGU9Mb
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Proposal for Inspector-General to investigate allegations of Murray-Darling water theft

An Inspector-General will be appointed to investigate allegations of water theft in the Murray-Darling Basin, under a new proposal. Federal Minister for Water David Littleproud will push for states to accept his proposal for a 'tough cop', responsible for maintaining the integrity of the Basin with the power to hold governments and authorities to account over mismanagement. The proposal will be put forward to Basin-state water ministers on Sunday. Image: News Corp Australia from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2YfO988
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Trump is the ‘first president to put pressure on the US Fed Reserve’

InvestSMART Chief Strategist Evan Lucas says Donald Trump is “the first president in the post war era to put political pressure on the US Federal Reserve”. The US Federal Reserve slashed interest rates for the first time since the 2008 Global Financial Crisis overnight, lowing the benchmark interest rate by a quarter of a per cent down to 2 and 2.25 per cent. President Trump responded to the cut, tweeting ‘as usual Fed Chairman Jerome Powell let us down’. ‘We are winning anyway, but I am certainly not getting much help from the Federal Reserve!’ he said. Mr Lucas told Sky News the Federal Reserve was ‘normally seen as untouchable and neither side of politics has ever really touched them, but obviously he is a different president and he does things his way’. Mr Lucas said Mr Trump ‘is very strong in his idea that he wanted rates cut by 50 basis points back to one per cent’. from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2OuGUEI
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New laws to extend jail time for ‘high risk’ terrorists

New laws will be introduced in parliament on Thursday to keep 'high-risk' terrorists behind bars on a continued detention order. The laws are designed to close a loophole for terrorists and their supporters who are jailed for non-terror offences and due for release. Under the new laws, up to 11 'high risk' terrorists who were due for release in the next 18 months will stay behind bars due to their potential threat to public safety. National Party MP Bridget McKenzie welcomed the new laws, telling Sky News, 'I think it 's a recognition that we can't always have confidence that people who leave the prison system are adequately rehabilitated, particularly when it comes to terrorist offences.' from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2SVM8YT
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Plibersek says govt is restricting regional access to university

August 1, 2019. Shadow minister for Eduction, Tanya Plibersek speaks to the media in Canberra saying the government is restricting access to university. Ms Plibersek claims that young people who live outside the capital cities in regional or rural areas are less likely to attend university. "It's not fair that a young person on the North Shore of Sydney is three times more likely to get a university education than someone on the central coast of NSW," MS Plibersek says. "We need to make sure that Australians have the opportunity for a post school education to prepare them for the workforce of the future".(AAP Video/Marc Tewksbury) from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2GEVPWt
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Osama bin Laden’s son and al-Qaeda head Hamza has reportedly died

US officials have reportedly received intel confirming the death of Osama bin Laden’s son. The circumstances of Hamza bin Laden’s death remain unclear, but in February the US State Department had offered a reward of more than $1 million for any information on his location. His last known public remarks were in March 2018 when he released a statement threatening Saudi Arabia and praising al-Qaeda, of which he is reportedly a key leader. Image: AP from World | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2KhxBmk
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Hacker caught by stupid mistake

The software engineer allegedly behind one of the largest bank data breaches in history boasted about her hacking prowess online while obtaining personal information from more than 100 million Capital One credit applications, federal prosecutors said. from Finance – syndicated | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2Mte7Oe
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Hacker caught by stupid mistake

The software engineer allegedly behind one of the largest bank data breaches in history boasted about her hacking prowess online while obtaining personal information from more than 100 million Capital One credit applications, federal prosecutors said. from World | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2Mte7Oe
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‘Dole bludgers’ docked payments

The Federal Government has reignited the “dole bludger” stereotype amid debate about the adequacy of unemployment benefits, releasing figures showing a majority have payments suspended because they miss appointments. from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2ylVCDc
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‘Dole bludgers’ docked payments

The Federal Government has reignited the “dole bludger” stereotype amid debate about the adequacy of unemployment benefits, releasing figures showing a majority have payments suspended because they miss appointments. from Finance – syndicated | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2ylVCDc
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Boris Johnson receives hostile reception in Wales

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson received a hostile reception in Wales on Tuesday as he attempted to sell his Brexit plan. Welsh First Minister Mark Drakeford warned leaving the EU with no deal would be catastrophic. Mr Drakeford said that there are fundamental differences between the type of Brexit he wants and the strategy outlined by Boris Johnson. from World | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2YulXgZ
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Chinese forces gather at HK border

The White House is monitoring the sudden “congregation” of Chinese forces at the border with Hong Kong, according to reports, following another night of unrest and clashes between protesters and police. from World | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2Yw8XHQ
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Vic Police treating Melbourne death as suspicious

Victoria Police are treating a death in Melbourne as suspicious after a man’s body was discovered on Tuesday. A homicide squad is searching the property for clues to determine the cause of death. Three men live at the home and neighbours say they keep to themselves. from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2K33Qqq
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Labor says robo-debt generates forty per cent false debt notices

July 31, 2019. Labor MP Peter Khalil speaks to the media in Canberra about Centrelink's robo-debt saying that the system has forty per cent false debt notices. "They've collected billions of dollars from people who did not owe that money," Mr Khalil says. He also says he supports an increase in Newstart. (AAP Video/Marc Tewksbury) from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2Mr4yPW
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US trade officials arrive in Shanghai ahead of trade meetings

The US Trade team has arrived in Shanghai ahead of negotiations with its Chinese counterparts. Agriculture and technology are expected to be discussed with Beijing calling for less restrictions on tech giant Huawei. US President Donald Trump indicated he did not expect much from the meetings. from World | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2SQ7Ld0
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Truck fire causes Sydney traffic to queue 13 kilometres

Drivers are experiencing major delays on the M5 in Sydney after a truck burst into flames on Wednesday morning. One of three lanes has been closed, causing drivers to be queued for up to 13 kilometres. Emergency services were called to the scene near Liverpool about 7am on Wednesday following reports a prime mover was on fire near the intersection with the Hume Highway at Casula. The driver escaped the truck without injury. Image: News Corp Australia from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2yocnNZ
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Sharkey pushing for a new version of a federal integrity commission

July 31, 2019. Independent member for Mayo, Rebekha Sharkey speaking to the media in Canberra saying she and other cross benches and the Greens are urging the government to legislate for a National Integrity Commission with the ability to hold public hearings and able to cast a net "far and wide". "It needs to be the best version of an ICAC possible," Ms Sharkey says. (AAP Video/Marc Tewksbury) from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2KgEgNn
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Fire Destroys Historic Church in Central Texas

A Catholic church in Falls County, Texas, was destroyed by a fire on July 29, local media reported. Firefighters from the Westphalia Volunteer Fire Department, along with the Marlin, Troy, Temple, and Rodgers fire departments, responded to a large blaze at the 124-year-old Church of the Visitation in Westphalia. Local firefighter Jerry Loden told media he received a call from a family member who spotted smoke coming from the church bell tower. The church was consumed by flames and burned down, leaving members of its 500-strong parish devastated. There were no reports of anyone injured in the fire. “It’s extremely difficult and painful to be here and see the ruins and the smoke,” Bishop of Austin Joe Vásquez told media. “I know that the people here are broken hearted. I want to express my gratitude to the firefighters, I know many of them are volunteer, many of them came from distances to respond to this fire”. The cause of the fire was not immediately known. Credit: Vern Six via Storyf...
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Sport Now: Around the grounds

Wallabies star Kurtley Beale has resigned with the Waratahs and Australian Rugby for at least one more year, West Tiger’s legend Robbie Farrah is set to announce his retirement from the NRL on Tuesady and Essendon young gun Darcy Parish signs on until 2021. from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/32RENxQ
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NSW abortion bill "far better" this time around: Constance

July 30, 2019. Leader of the House Andrew Constance speaks to reporters in Sydney, saying a bill to decriminalise abortion is expected to come before NSW parliament today. "It's legislation that has been before the parliament before... this is a far better bill in terms of putting the appropriate legal framework around the issue," Mr Constance says. "We will allow all members the ability to speak or if they chose not to, not participate." (AAP Video/Andrew Leeson) from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/32ZWk7a
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Alabama rebuilds five months after tornado devastation

Alabama is finally being rebuilt five months after devastating tornados tore through the state. The twisters which ripped through many homes and businesses killed 23 people and injured dozens. Authorities say residents are slowly recovering from the tragedy, moving back to the area and rebuilding their new homes. Video: CNN Image: AP from World | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2Mo9CEB
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It’s up to all of us to search our conscience on abortion bill: Berejiklian

July 30, 2019. NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian speaks to reporters in Sydney, saying a bill to decriminalise abortion expected didn't "go to the party room" because it is not a government bill. "And on issues such as this we support a conscience vote for our party members," Ms Berejiklian says. "I don't begrudge people for having strong positions on this issue... for most of us it's not an easy decision and conclusion we come to... but we have responsibilities as elected representatives... to dig deep into our own personal conscience." (AAP Video/Andrew Leeson) from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2Kb55CD
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Swimmers ‘must take responsibility for what they ingest’: Trickett

FULL INTERVIEW: Former Australian swimmer Libby Trickett says Shayna Jack's doping case has revealed the "hypocrisy" and "double standards" from the sport's world governing body. Ms Jack was sent home from the World Championships while China's Sun Yan was allowed to compete. Australian swimmer Mack Horton said the Chinese swimmer cheated at the Rio Olympics in 2016 after serving a three-month doping ban in 2014. The Olympic gold medalist swimmer says it is possible that Ms Jack has taken the drug "accidentally" and hopes that is the case. “At the end of the day we have to take responsibility for what we put into our own bodies, so it is crucial that we know what substances we are taking”, she told Sky News. Ms Jack tested positive to Ligandrol - a drug used to build muscle mass and treat osteoporosis - while competing at the Swimming World Championships in Korea. ‘I had never heard of it before, let alone know how to pronounce it,’ Ms Jack said...
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Barring Shayna Jack from championships is a ‘double standard’

The doping predicament engulfing embattled Australian swimming star Shayna Jack highlights the “double standards” of the world governing body, four-time Olympic swimming gold medallist Libby Trickett says. Ms Trickett says the Australian swimmer was sent home immediately once she returned a positive drug test while China's Sun Yang “has a hearing that’s about to happen in September”, yet he was still allowed to compete. Ms Jack was barred from competing in the World Championships in South Korea after testing positive to Ligandrol — a drug used to build muscle mass. The freestyle sprinter continues to maintain her innocence and is fighting the results. ‘I had never heard of it before, let alone know how to pronounce it,’ she wrote on social media. Image: AP from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2SQY25X
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‘Ludicrous’ not all women can have an abortion

New South Wales Health Minister Brad Hazzard says "it’s time for Australia to no longer have a criminal approach to the issue of women’s health and abortion". Abortion could soon be decriminalised in New South Wales with a new bill set to be put to parliament as early as Tuesday. Premier Gladys Berejiklian said she would support the bill, expected to be introduced to parliament by Alex Greenwich. It’s “ludicrous” that not all women can receive the same medical attention in Australia, the health minister said. The bill is “not about encouraging people to have an abortion but about taking it out of the crimes act”. The new bill will include the provision to access an abortion in the first 22 weeks of pregnancy. Mr Hazzard says after 22 weeks a woman must consult with two doctors and, from there, "look at a range of factors to determine whether or not it is appropriate to terminate the pregnancy". Image: Getty from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/317yrcb
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Berejiklian backs Opal owners’ right to sue

July 30, 2019. NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian speaks to reporters in Sydney, saying the announcement of a building commissioner is "imminent". Asked if she is concerned about potentially opening up taxpayers to a lawsuit from Opal Tower residents, Ms Berejiklian says she "doesn't blame anybody" for wanting to take legal action. "This is an unfortunate set of circumstances we inherited, the system we have today, and we're aiming to fix it by the end of the year through legislation," the Premier says. "I am looking forward to the appointment of a building commissioner who will ensure... that everybody in the industry not only is aware of their responsibilities but delivers on those responsibilities." (AAP Video/Andrew Leeson) from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2Kb3U6b
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Banks are not in the clear yet

The Australian Securities and Investment Commission has warned Australia’s banks are not yet in the clear as new examples of misconduct surface. ASIC is pursuing the banks over new matters including the fees for no service scandal. It is estimated that around 25 cases are a result of the banking royal commission. from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2ymqljv
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Cormann dismisses energy minister ‘witch hunt’

July 29, 2019. Finance Minister Mathias Cormann speaks to reporters in Canberra, saying the government is working to implement the recommendation of the Hayne royal commission into the banking indusrty "as quickly as possible". "The treasurer is leading the charge," Mr Cormann says. Mr Cormann continues, describing Labor and the Greens' efforts to summon support for an inquiry into Angus Taylor's 2017 dealings with environment officials as a "witch hunt". "All he's done is stand up for constituents," Mr Cormann says of Mr Taylor. (AAP Video/Marc Tewksbury) from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2MlvoIZ
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Second British warship joins tanker escort in Strait of Hormuz

A second British warship has arrived in the Strait of Hormuz to help protect vessels from the threat of an Iranian attack. Sky News has learned a small number of additional UK military personnel will also be dispatched this week to a base in Bahrain. The Royal Navy's HMS Duncan will support the safe passage of British-flagged ships through the Strait of Hormuz, where the British oil tanker Stena Impero was detained by the Iranian Revolutionary Guard earlier this month. Iran targeted Britain after Royal Marines helped to seize an Iranian supertanker off the coast of Gibraltar on suspicion it was carrying oil bound for Syria in breach of EU sanctions. Image: Getty from World | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/32Tz7DL
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Baltimore to Trump: Knocking Our City Is Our Job, Not Yours

By NICHOLAS BOGEL-BURROUGHS from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2K1neUJ
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RAW: Emma Husar arrives at Sydney court

July 29, 2019. Emma Husar arrives at the Federal Court in Sydney. The former western-Sydney MP is suing BuzzFeed Australia, its American parent company BuzzFeed Inc and journalist Alice Workman. (AAP Video/Michael Wade) from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2Or7hLM
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Crown Resorts linked to Chinese organised crime

Crown Resorts has reportedly been luring "high rollers" from China so they could bet their money away in Melbourne. Thousands of documents leaked from the casino operator allegedly revealed Crown used an emergency channel with Australian consulate officials to fast-track visas. The strategy led to 19 Crown employees, including three Australians, arrested in China where promoting gambling is illegal. Crown allegedly sidestepped the law by enlisting the help of junket operators who were associated with Chinese organised crime gangs, which would bait wealthy Chinese to Australia in exchange for a commission. One former Crown employee said she personally helped grant 300 visas during her employment. Image: News Corp Australia from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2YofRyI
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Facebook, Google ‘indifferent’ about scandals

Major social media companies such as Facebook and Google are showing a "disturbing indifference" about what is posted on their platforms, according to Australia’s chief regulator. Australian Competition and Consumer Commission boss Rod Simms this week handed down a scathing report that examines the impact of social media platforms and search engines on the digital media and marketing space. The ACCC made 23 recommendations in its report, including forcing the tech giants to share revenue with traditional media and implement an anti-fake news code of conduct. Mr Simms told Sky News these companies “don’t take enough responsibility, therefore governments and regulators need to step in.” The government has promised to implement at least some of the findings, with Treasurer Josh Frydenberg claiming Facebook and Google "need to be held to account." from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2Zf7ouJ
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Miners Kill Indigenous Leader in Brazil During Invasion of Protected Land

By ERNESTO LONDOÑO from NYT World https://ift.tt/2SKGLvy
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Swimming Australia CEO speaks about adverse test result for Shayna Jack

July 28, 2019. Swimming Australia CEO Leigh Russell talks about Shayna Jack’s adverse test. Ms Russell says Swimming Australia mus maintain confidentiality about the drug allegations of adverse test results because Shayna has the right to "a fair process". Ms Russell says she understood Jack was planning to reveal the positive test on her A sample later this week once the national team had finished competing. (AAP Video/Christine McGinn) from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2yjziKo
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Chiefs of Talisman Sabre 19 says it was "a huge hit"

July 28, 2019. US Rear Admiral Fred Kacher, Commander Expeditionary Strike Group 7 and Commander Amphibious Force US Seventh Fleet speaks to journalists on board the USS Wasp at the conclusion of Talisman Sabre 19 that war gamed with Australian Defence Forces off the Queensland and NSW coasts. There's something special about, for us, to be able to be deployed forward, operating with a partner and ally that we have a century's worth partnership with, " Rear Admiral Kacher says. General Noble, Deputy Chief Joint Operations of the Australian Defence Force, thanked the people of Bowen and Proserpine and Evans Head for their support. "It makes a big impact on our visitors and they get see Australia up close," General Noble says. (AAP Video/Sonia Kohlbacher) from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2KbTL9h
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Fifth N.Y.P.D. Officer Since June Dies by Suicide, Police Say

By MIHIR ZAVERI from NYT New York https://ift.tt/2K08BBb
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Raunchy photo that rocked the royals

It was grouse hunting season in Scotland. As had happened every year for decades, the Windsor family had converged en masse to their 50,000 acre estate in Aberdeenshire for some quality family bonding time and the chance to kill small animals. from Life | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2MjFN89
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U.S.A. Basketball Will Pay Some Women’s Players Ahead of Olympics

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Toxic soap suds kills Mexico man

A man trying to pose for a photo next to a towering hill of soap suds floating atop a heavily polluted stream in Mexico has been found dead, five days after he fell into the quivering mass and disappeared. from Breaking News | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2Okds49
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Prospect of no-deal Brexit ‘very much alive’

Boris Johnson has "absolutely" ruled out calling an election before Britain has left the EU, as the UK prime minister was warned he has put himself on a "collision course" with the bloc. In his first address to MPs as prime minister, Mr Johnson said the deal Theresa May agreed with the EU was dead. He reiterated his pledge to take Britain out of the bloc - deal or no deal - at the end of October. European Australian Business Council CEO Jason Collins told Sky News the prospect of a no-deal Brexit are “very alive right now”, which is in “no one's interest in Europe, the UK or for trading partners like Australia”. Image: AP from World | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/32U0r4u
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Twins found ‘foaming’ in hot car

Twin 7-month-old babies were found dead and foaming at the mouths in the back of a car in The Bronx on Friday — after being left in the hot vehicle for eight hours by their absent-minded father, law enforcement sources told The Post. from World | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2Yd1oGI
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Crown Casino linked to Asian gangs

Casino and hotel operator Crown Resorts reportedly joined forces with Chinese gang-backed tour operators to attract China's rich and powerful. The explosive claims are revealed in an investigation by The Age, The Sydney Morning Herald and 60 Minutes. It may also have exploited weaknesses in visa processes, to fly high rollers into Australia, without proper checking procedures. The Asian crime syndicate known as ‘The Company’ allegedly laundered money using Crown linked bank accounts. It's claimed Crown also paid the syndicate to generate turnover in some casinos. Crown is part-owned by one of Australia's richest men James Packer. from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2K3T8Pc
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Claims Pentagon used ticks as weapons

A US lawmaker is calling for the Pentagon to reveal whether it tried to turn ticks into military weapons. While it may sound like an outlandish claim, Congressman Chris Smith insists there is plenty of evidence to support it. Image: News Corp Australia from World | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2Mfv3aV
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Air strikes kill at least 100 in Syria

Air strikes by the Syrian government on schools, hospitals and markets have killed at least 100 people, including 26 children, according to the UN. It says intentional attacks on civilians are war crimes and those who ordered them are criminally responsible for their actions. Syria and its ally Russia have denied targeting civilians during the offensive against rebels in the region. from World | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2OlWUca
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RAW: CCC boss stands aside in Jackie Trad case

July 26, 2019. Queensland Crime and Corruption Commission chair Alan MacSporran will remove himself from any decision making the corruption watchdog makes about Deputy Premier Jackie Trad’s purchase of a Brisbane home.(AAP VIDEO/Sonia Kohlbacher) from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2McCXln
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Extreme Weather Outlook

WATCH: A record July warm spell along the east coast and some rain for the Murray Basin early next week. Sky News Chief Meteorologist Tom Saunders has the details. from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2yepKQF
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RAW: Brendan Leigh Russell leaves court

July 26, 2019. Raw footage: Brendan Leigh Russell leaves the Downing Centre District Court, in Sydney on Friday, after pleading not guilty to charges of manslaughter, female genital mutilation and causing grievous bodily harm.   (AAP VIDEO/Sarah McPhee) from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2Yk80hw
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Future policy around tech giants must be ‘sensible and desirable’

Finance minister Mathias Cormann says “technological change” resulting in search engines, social media platforms and digital content aggregators “have had a significant impact on competition in tradition media and advertising markets”. He said government policy surrounding tech giants must be “sensible and desirable” as Australia moves forward. from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2ybD3RQ
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Space X launches Falcon 9 rocket

Space X has launched its 18th cargo mission for NASA in Florida, US. The rocket was carrying two thousand kilograms worth of supplies and research projects to the International Space Station. from World | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2Yn3Mtz
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AFP seize 55kg of cocaine as Aust’s "insatiable appetite" continues

July 26, 2019. AFP detective superintendent Ben McQuillan and Australian Border Force regional investigations superintendent Garry Low speaking to media at the AFP headquarters in Sydney about the seizure of 55kg of cocaine hidden in a 2300kg plasma cutting machine. McQuillan says three men have been arrested over the bust and Australia's appetite for the drug is insatiable. Low says smugglers are trying all sorts of ways to disguise drugs from inside snow globes to industrial equipment.(AAP VIDEO/Callum Godde) from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2LE9e5j
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Property market anticipating gains

The Australian property market is anticipating gains this weekend. Property data company CoreLogic is tracking 1,012 auctions in capital cities across the company. Sky News business reporter Chris Kohler says the combined capital city clearance rate came in on Friday at 65.4 per cent. A rate this low suggests declining house prices, and a move towards a buyer’s market. from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2Y7ovlS
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Tech giants face Aussie shake-up

Social media and internet giants are expected to come under significantly greater scrutiny and may face the introduction of an new regulatory body to investigate and monitor anti-competitive behaviour after a groundbreaking report by the competition watchdog is handed down today. from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2Of2iNZ
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Paine impressed with stoic Bancroft knock

Supplied video obtained Friday, July 26, 2019, of Australia Test captain Tim Paine speaking to the media following the third and final day of the intra-squad match in Southampton. Paine talks about Cameron Bancroft's match-winning 93 and says it was an "unbelievable" effort. "What it showed is Bangers' toughness. The reason the guys were getting stuck on the crease a lot is because the odd ball was jumping up at them ... (the pitch was) bordering on dangerous. It wasn't ideal. That can play on a guy's mind ... particularly when they are bowling the speeds our guys were. "To keep going forward, to keep wearing balls on the body, he was superb. "The boys think he has a bit of a screw loose but he seems to enjoy getting hit on the body, it seems to make him bat better." (AAP VIDEO/Supplied/Cricket Australia) from World | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2Yh7Pnb
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Warner talks up Pattinson’s form as Ashes draw closer

Supplied video obtained Thursday, Jul 25, 2019 of David Warner speaking to reporters in Southampton after the second day of Australia's intra-squad clash. Warner says bowler James Pattinson's form is "exciting" for the Australian squad ahead of the Ashes. "It;s great to see him come out and bowl the way he has done in the country stuff... to face him there, it's exciting for us. (AAP Video/Supplied/Cricket Australia) NO ARCHIVING, EDITORIAL USE ONLY from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2Yd0ULP
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We know it’s not going to be easy: Warner

Supplied video obtained Thursday, Jul 25, 2019 of David Warner speaking to reporters in Southampton after the second day of Australia's intra-squad clash. Warner says the challenging conditions experienced in the match so far acts as a reminder to the Australians that the upcoming Ashes series against England won't be easy. "You wont get any better practice than this leading into that first Test," Warner says. (AAP Video/Supplied/Cricket Australia)(AAP Video/Supplied/XXXX) NO ARCHIVING, EDITORIAL USE ONLY from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2y7zRXz
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Vic Labor MP ‘bashes in hotel door’ during clash with staff

Victorian Labor MP Will Fowles has been questioned by police after allegedly bashing in a hotel door in Canberra on Thursday morning. Witnesses claim Mr Fowles destroyed a door in the hotel's lobby after a clash with staff over access to his luggage. ACT Police have confirmed the incident happened but are yet to provide more details. Fowles is expected to make a statement about the incident on Thursday afternoon. from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2Y3TGhG
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North Korea fires unidentified projectile

North Korea has fired at least one unidentified short-range projectile from its eastern coast. A US defence official says it resembles the firing of two-short range missiles in May. South Korea's joint chiefs have confirmed it was fired from an area near Wonsan and landed in the Sea of Japan. Image: AP from World | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2MfyX3t
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Multi-vehicle crash on Monash Freeway closes Melbourne road

There are major delays on Victoria's Monash Freeway after two trucks collided and crushed at least five cars. All inbound lanes have been closed with delays all the way back to the Eastlink. Three people have been taken to hospital with minor injuries. The cause of the crash is being investigated. from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2GtI7G1
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Donald Trump brands Robert Mueller a “phony cloud”

US President Donald Trump has slammed former special council Robert Mueller and his congressional testimony as a “phony cloud”. In his testimony, Mr Mueller said his report "did not conclude that the president did not commit the obstruction of justice" and "did not exonerate" him. Mr Mueller answered questions from both sides of United States politics on his report into Russian interference of the 2016 election and any possible links to Mr Trump’s campaign. The 74-year-old also told the hearing that Mr Trump wanted to fire him when he headed up the Russia probe and the president refused a request to be interviewed by his team. He initially testified he would have sought to indict Mr Trump were it not for a Justice Department policy against charging a sitting president. When asked if Mr Trump could be prosecuted for obstruction of justice after leaving office, Mr Mueller said "true". Image: AP from World | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2JZDxAe
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No country has ‘got mental health right’ so far: Alastair Campbell

A former advisor to ex-UK prime minister Tony Blair says no country has got mental health right so far. Alastair Campbell has been appointed as a global ambassador to Australians for Mental Health, an organisation pushing for systematic change. During a mental health discussion in Melbourne, Mr Campbell said “most advanced democracies do some of it well; I don’t think there’s any that you would say do it really well”. Mr Campbell’s sentiments have been echoed by the medical community. Professor Patrick McGorry said “there’s been zero progress in terms of mortality and morbidity in the last 10 years”. Image: Twitter / Patrick McGorry from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2GsQMbz
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May applauded out of parliament

Supplied video obtained Thursday, July 25, 2019, of outgoing Prime Minister Theresa May receiving a standing ovation during her final weekly question session as leader. May, who is returning to the backbenches after resigning, says she remains focused on serving her constituents. Earlier in the chamber, lawmakers from across the political divide paid tribute to May's public service and sense of duty. (AAP VIDEO/Supplied/parliamentlive.tv) from World | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2MaS4eV
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Employers who underpay their staff to face jail time

Employers who cheat their workers by under-paying them could face jail time in a new crackdown considered by the Morrison government. Under the proposed changes, Industrial Relations Minister Christian Porter said wage theft could become a criminal offence. Earlier this week celebrity chef George Calombaris was fined for underpaying staff by almost $8 million. Image: News Corp Australia from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2Yp9evV
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Coalition ‘intent on blowing up’ intelligence committee: Keneally

Shadow Home Affairs Minister Kristina Keneally says the Coalition ‘seems intent on blowing up the Parliamentary Joint Committee on Intelligence and Security’ to pave a new method of ‘managing national security legislation’. Senator Keneally told Sky News on Wednesday by not adopting every recommendation from the committee on the foreign fighters legislation the Coalition has taken a ‘dangerous step’ towards a ‘their way or the highway’ approach of governing. The foreign fighters legislation — which Labor supported in the lower house on Tuesday — will give the government temporary exclusion powers to ban foreign fighters from Australia for up to two years. The legislation will be debated in the Senate on Wednesday. Image: News Corp Australia from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2Y1m2ZW
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Sydney apartment block labelled a ‘public risk’

A Sydney apartment block is been labelled a 'public risk' after residents were allowed to illegally move into the building. The developer of an Alexandria apartment block reportedly failed to carry out 'extensive construction work' while the City of Sydney attempted to have the building demolished due to safety concerns. The report follows revelations that apartments in Zetland and Erskineville were both abandoned over contamination and fire safety concerns. The Alexandria building marks the fifth Sydney apartment block in the past year to experience serious building defects. from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2SFs7Wk
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Wild weather lashes Adelaide eastern suburbs

Thousands of properties have been left without power after a torrential storm battered Adelaide’s eastern suburbs on Tuesday. Emergency crews are fighting to restore power to more than 32,000 homes and businesses after the storm caused flooding throughout the area. SES workers were also called out to deal with fallen trees and power lines. from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2LBT7Fl
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Flash flooding causes chaos on Melbourne roads

A heavy downpour has caused chaos on Melbourne roads, with flash flooding leaving drivers stranded in the city's west. Firefighters were called out to rescue two people whose cars became trapped in rising waters overnight. Forecasters predict a slight chance of more rain for Melbourne on Wednesday. from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2SFs6Sg
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Coke’s US shares hit all-time high

Coca-Cola shares have hit a record high in the US after the company increased its full-year revenue expectations and said it is winning customers with new drinks like low-sugar sodas and iced coffees. from Breaking News | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2y8FDrO
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Ag minister McKenzie excited about potential trade with UK and EU

July 24, 2019. Agriculture Minister Bridget McKenzie speaks to reporters in Canberra about the opportunities to trade with the UK after Boris Johnson takes over as prime minister. "I'm really excited about the potential trade opportunities not just with the UK but the EU and indeed right throughout South East Asia," Ms McKenzie says. (AAP Video/Marc Tewksbury) from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2JYjJwZ
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Rain Pummels Massachusetts as Tornado Is Confirmed on Cape Cod

Heavy rain lashed Barnstable, Massachusetts, on July 23, as the National Weather Service (NWS) confirmed a tornado touched down nearby. The tornado was confirmed in South Yarmouth around noon, the NWS said. The weather service also warned that waterspouts could appear near Barnstable. As of 4 pm on Tuesday, power outages caused by the storms were affecting 53,900 Massachusetts customers, including many on Cape Cod, according to the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA). This video was filmed by Aidan Kenney, who said he captured it in Barnstable on Tuesday. “Rain is going in different directions every second,” said Aidan Kenney in his Twitter post of the video. The NWS said on Tuesday that it sent a team to survey tornado damage. MEMA said on Twitter that it was “not aware of any injuries from today’s storms.” Credit: Aidan Kenney via Storyful from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2YkQfT9
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RAW: Empty-handed, failed robber makes slow getaway in Qld

Supplied footage obtained on July 24,2019 of a failed robbery in Queensland after a man threatened service station employee with a crow bar at an Inala service station at 12.30am on June 22. The employee backs away from the counter and the man gives up within seconds and walks from the store. (AAP Video/Supplied/Queensland Police) NO ARCHIVING, EDITORIAL USE ONLY from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2KcrYG7
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McKenzie on Foreign Fighters bill says "risk can’t be overstated"

July 24, 2019. Agriculture Minister Bridget McKenzie speaks to reporters in Canberra about the Foreign Fighters Bill that passed the lower house last night. She hopes it will pass then senate today. "The number one job of any government is to keep their citizens safe," Ms McKenzie says. "The risk can't be overstated". (AAP Video/Marc Tewksbury) from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/30VZbfI
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Langer speaks about selecting squad for Ashes series

Supplied video obtained Tuesday, July 23, 2019, of Australia's Bupa Support Staff Men's Head Coach Justin Langer speaking to the media ahead of an intra-squad match that is aimed at helping selectors decide on a squad for the upcoming Ashes series. Langer says there are 3-4 bowling positions and a couple of batting positions up for grabs. "It won't necessarily be a straight shoot out, but there will certainly be good opportunities for guys. It won't hurt them to do well that's for sure." (AAP VIDEO/Supplied/Cricket Australia) from World | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2K0uzm8
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Canadian police investigating tourist deaths, search for ‘serial killer’

Canadian police investigating the murders of a 23-year-old Sydney man and his American girlfriend say they are now searching for a killer who is possibly responsible for five murders. As well as the remains of Lucas Fowler and China Deece, police have found the body of another man on a remote northern highway. They have also uncovered a burned out van belonging to two missing teenagers. Officers have confirmed Lucas and China died of gunshot wounds and say they are searching for a 'person of interest'. Lucas's father, serving Sydney police officer Chief Inspector Stephen Fowler, has gone to Canada to assist in the investigation. Chief Inspector Fowler says he spoke with Lucas and China hours before they set off on their adventure. He says his family has been left devastated by their deaths. Image: News Corp Australia from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2YbmEYq
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CCTV footage of van crashing into stationary police car

Supplied video obtained Tuesday, July 23, 2019, of a white Toyota HiAce van crashing into a stationary police car on Ethel Street, Eastwood, about 10:30am on July 22. Police later located the van and arrested the driver following the discovery of multiple bags of a crystalline substance, with presumptive testing returning a positive indicator for methylamphetamine. In total, police seized 273kg of ice, which has an estimated potential street value of more than $200 million. The driver, a 28-year-old man, was taken to Ryde Police Station. (AAP VIDEO/Supplied/NSW Police) from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2y2y5a7
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‘Threshold oversight’ needed for super funds

The Australian’s economics editor Adam Creighton says it is ‘probably not a bad idea’ for the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority to have ‘threshold oversight’ of ‘extremely poor performing funds’. Mr Creighton told Sky News on Monday there was a need for 'oversight' because many people do not monitor their own super fund returns. His comments came as AMP chairman David Murray hit back at the concept which was a key recommendation of Graeme Samuel's APRA capability review. Mr Murray says there is always ‘risk’ and the recommendation would add an ‘undesirable’ promise of returns. from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2LBJoPj
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Chinese Firefighters Rescue Five-Year-Old Dangling From Building

A five-year-old girl was rescued by firefighters on July 19 after she fell through the guard rail of a residential building and was left dangling by her head in Quannan County, China. The girl became stuck when she was left home alone after her mother went out to buy food, AP reported. This video shows Jianxi province firefighters carrying out the dramatic rescue. A post to Weibo from the Jianxi Fire Department said the girl was hanging from the fifth floor of the building. They said a group of firemen were able to rescue the girl by descending from the top of the building using cables, while others broke into the locked apartment. They also warned parents to be careful with their children over the summer holidays. Credit: Jiangxi Fire via Storyful from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/32Jf6iS
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Trump says he could win Afghan war ‘in a week’

Supplied video obtained Tuesday, July 23, 2019, of US President Donald Trump speaking to the media before a White House meeting with Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan. Trump says the United States could win the nearly 18-year war in Afghanistan in just ten days but he doesn't want to kill millions of people and wipe Afghanistan "off the face of the earth." (AAP VIDEO/Supplied/White House) from World | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2GmGQk4
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Timelapse Captures Smoke Rising From Museum Fire in Coconino National Forest

Helicopters and planes dropped water and flame retardant on Coconino National Forest on Monday, July 22, as a wildfire dubbed the Museum Fire spread rapidly through the forest and encroached on Flagstaff, Arizona, officials said. The blaze, which officials said spread quickly overnight, was estimated on Monday to have consumed 1,000 acres. More than a dozen aircraft worked on Sunday and Monday to limit the fire’s spread, officials said. While no evacuations were declared on Monday, Coconino County published a list of areas where residents should be prepared to evacuate with “necessary supplies for at least 72 hours” in the event of the fire’s spread. National Forest officials reported the fire one mile north of Flagstaff. A timelapse posted to Instagram on Monday shows a column of smoke rising from the fire. Credit: Nate Loper via Storyful from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2M7luLg
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Robert Mueller prepares to testify before Congress

Anticipation is building in the United States as Robert Mueller prepares to testify before Congress. Democrats hope it will lead to President Donald Trump's impeachment, but Republicans have accused them of a partisan witch hunt. On Wednesday, the former special counsel is due to testify about his report into Russian interference in the 2016 presidential election and whether Mr Trump tried to obstruct Mr Mueller’s investigation. In a tweet, Mr Trump wrote 'highly conflicted Robert Mueller should not be given another bite at the apple'. 'In the end it will be bad for him and the phony Democrats in Congress who have done nothing but waste time on this ridiculous witch hunt,' he added. from World | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/30Rl7s9
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RAW: Couple’s last embrace as hunt continues for Fowler’s killer

Supplied footage obtained on July 23, 2019 of CCTV showing Australian man Lucas Fowler and his girlfriend Chynna Deese embracing before they were found dead on a remote highway in Canada. Fowler, 23, from Sydney, and Ms Deese, 24, from North Carolina, were stranded on the highway after their blue 1986 Chevrolet van broke down on the afternoon of July 14. The footage from a service station has been released as the Royal Canadian Mounted Police appeal for information. The RCMP raised fears the couple may be victims of a murderous crime spree in northern BC by declaring it was possible the killings are linked to the discovery on Friday of another dead man, two missing teenagers and a torched Dodge pickup truck. (AAP Video/Supplied/Royal Canadian Mounted Police) NO ARCHIVING, EDITORIAL USE ONLY from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2y5qHe1
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Canadian police release CCTV in hunt for couple’s killer

Supplied footage obtained on July 23, 2019 of CCTV showing Australian man Lucas Fowler and his girlfriend Chynna Deese filling there van with gas before they were found dead on a remote highway in Canada. Fowler, 23, from Sydney, and Ms Deese, 24, from North Carolina, were stranded on the highway after their blue 1986 Chevrolet van broke down on the afternoon of July 14. The footage from a service station has been released as the Royal Canadian Mounted Police appeal for information. The RCMP raised fears the couple may be victims of a murderous crime spree in northern BC by declaring it was possible the killings are linked to the discovery on Friday of another dead man, two missing teenagers and a torched Dodge pickup truck. (AAP Video/Supplied/Royal Canadian Mounted Police) NO ARCHIVING, EDITORIAL USE ONLY from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2M7QHO8
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SA Lib senator calls on Labor to support drought legislation

July 22, 2019. Liberal senator David Fawcett speaks to the media in Canberra about Labor's intention to block legislation regarding the government's $5 billion drought assistance package. "We are seeing famers under stress because of drought". Mr Fawcett says. The senator is also asked if he will support an aboriginal "voice" in the parliament. "I think recognition is something that is feasible but I don't personally support a voice to the parliament," Mr Fawcett says. (AAP Video/Marc Tewksbury) from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2O6ZItx
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McKenzie slams Murray Darling "Four Corners"report as "fake news"

July 22, 2019. Nationals senator and Minister for Agriculture Bridget McKenzie speaks to the media in Canberra about the ABC's Four Corners program on the state of the Murray Darling Basin. She slams the program as "fake news". "You have to get your facts straight and you have to tell both sides of the story and Four Corners didn't do that," Ms McKenzie says. (AAP Video/Marc Tewksbury) from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2SDT6lb
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China state media slams attack in HK

An attack on the office of Beijing's representative in Hong Kong by protesters was a "blatant challenge to the central government" and will not be tolerated, state news agency Xinhua says in an editorial. from Breaking News | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2ZdqyBv
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Bridget McKenzie urges Labor to support Ag protection and drought bills

July 22, 2019. Nationals senator and Minister for Agriculture Bridget McKenzie speaks to the media in Canberra about Labor's intention of "walking" away from supporting the Agriculture Protections Bill and the Drought Bill that will be introduced this week into parliament. "Now is the time, this is the week to put that support into action," Ms McKenzie says. (AAP Video/Marc Tewksbury) from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2JIFhyL
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Horton, Sun rivalry reaches new depths

What started as a bitter rivalry may have escalated into an international incident after Sun Yang accused Australia's Mack Horton of disrespecting China in a stunning podium protest at the world swimming titles in South Korea. (AAP Video) NO ARCHIVING AAP VIDEO BEYOND 48 HOUR NEWS USAGE from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/32LpdUH
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Cormann says govt still plans to repeal medevac bill

July 22, 2019. Finance Minister Senator Mathias Cormann speaks to the media in Canberra regarding repealing the medevac bill that was introduced in the last parliament by Kerryn Phelps. "One of the promises that we took to the last election is that we would repeal what we have always said is a bad piece of legislation," Mr Cormann says. (AAP Video/Marc Tewksbury) from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2Yhh5vy
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Heavy Rain and Wind Reported in Jackson, Mississippi

Heavy rain and wind were reported in Mississippi on Saturday, July 20, as the National Weather Service warned of showers and thunderstorms throughout the day. This footage shows heavy rain and lashing winds at Baptist Hospital in Jackson on Saturday. Credit: Stephen Manning Austin ‏ via Storyful from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2OhuAHE
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I’ll have a ‘punch up’ with Boris: Farage

Brexit Party leader Nigel Farage says Conservative leader frontrunner Boris Johnson needs to ‘be bold’ and call a general election if Britain is to exit the European Union on time. The UK has until the 31st of October to pass the withdrawal agreement, or risk crashing out of the EU without a deal. Senior leaders, including former prime minister Theresa May, have warned that Britain risks a severe economic downturn if it leaves the single market without a framework or a deal in place. Mr Farage says only a ‘new parliament’ can deliver Brexit on time but says he’s sceptical that Mr Johnson ‘has the guts’ to deliver Brexit. Mr Johnson, who is vying to become the next British prime minister, has not commented on whether he will call an imminent general election but has ruled out forming a deal with the Brexit Party. Mr Farage says the Conservative Party ‘cannot win’ without the support of the Brexit party and says if Mr Johnson wants to have a political fight, he’s ready ‘for a punch up.’ ...
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Ducks Wait Out Strong Winds and Heavy Rain on Wisconsin Road

Two people were injured after severe storms swept through Wisconsin on Saturday, July 20, according to local media reports. The Trempealeau County Sheriff’s Office said a woman was lacerated by flying glass and a man was struck by a falling tree. The National Weather Service (NWS) issued a tornado warning for Green Bay on Saturday and urged people to seek shelter. This footage video shows ducks on a road as heavy rain and winds whip through Hobart, Wisconsin, on Saturday. Credit: Vanya Koepke via Storyful from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2JT5A4d
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Alex Carey getting used to "red ball" ahead of Ashes tour

Supplied video obtained July 21, 2019 of wicketkeeper and middle-order batsman Alex Carey speaking to journalists in Southhampton after Australia's ODI world cup loss. He talks about about his preparation for the upcoming "red ball" Ashes tour against England. Ahead of the final Ashes team selection 25 red ball specialist's will play an intra-squad match. (AAP Video/Supplied/Cricket Australia) NO ARCHIVING, EDITORIAL USE ONLY from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2Y2dj4V
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For Inmates Released Under New Criminal Justice Reforms, ‘Every Day Counts’

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Yankees Stay Hot but Rockies Get a Little Wild

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ASAP Rocky Won’t Get Special Treatment, Swedish Prime Minister Says

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Celebrity chef sued over wages

Celebrity chef Neil Perry’s high-end restaurant empire is being sued for allegedly underpaying a chef who worked gruelling 20-hour shifts at the prestigious Rockpool Bar & Grill restaurant in Melbourne. from Finance – syndicated | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2M1YCMZ
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Celebrity chef sued over wages

Celebrity chef Neil Perry’s high-end restaurant empire is being sued for allegedly underpaying a chef who worked gruelling 20-hour shifts at the prestigious Rockpool Bar & Grill restaurant in Melbourne. from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2M1YCMZ
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Canadian police speak after Australian Lucas Fowler found dead

Supplied video obtained Saturday, July 20, 2019 of Sergeant Janelle Shoihet from the  Royal Canadian Mounted Police speaking to reporters following the discovery of the bodies of Lucas Fowler and Chynna Deese in the far north of Canada's British Columbia region. "It's not yet clear whether Lucas and Chynna were targeted or... if this was a crime of opportunity," Ms Shoihet says. (AAP Video/Supplied/Royal Canadian Mounted Police) NO ARCHIVING, EDITORIAL USE ONLY from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2XYbTsk
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Western Sydney v Leeds United joint presser

July 19, 2019. Western Sydney's Mitchell Duke (left) and Leeds United captain Liam Cooper speak to reporters ahead of Saturday's game, the first football match to be played at Bankwest Stadium. Cooper says it's been a great trip so far and "the boys" can't wait to get going. (AAP VIDEO/Adrian Warren) from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2Yh2EaG
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Sydney apartment owners furious after being forced out of ‘toxic’ building

An apartment block in Erskineville, Sydney's inner west, remains abandoned with fears toxins still exist beneath the building. Apartment owners are still restricted from living in the building more than 12 months after it was evacuated. Toxic substances found in the building include heavy metals, hydro carbons, asbestos and contaminated groundwater. Owners are reportedly furious they are banned from entering their apartments, some of which are worth more than $1 million. from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2Z14I3R
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‘I was 19’ Richard Branson remembers the moon landing

On July 20, 1969, Richard Branson sat down with his family in their cottage in the British countryside to watch history being made. The images he saw on his parents' small black-and-white television inspired the future entrepreneur and billionaire to found his own space company, Virgin Galactic. from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2Ggj7lm
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RAW: Qld extends nurse to patient ratios in aged care

July 19, 2019. Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk and Queensland Nurses and Midwives Union secretary Beth Mohle speaking to media in Brisbane about reforms to the aged care sector. Palaszczuk says by ensuring nurse to patient ratios are extended to nursing home residents the state will be securing people's dignity in their older age. (AAP VIDEO/Sonia Kohlbacher) from National | Daily Telegraph https://ift.tt/2xSdsgD
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