ClubSocial: 2019-07-21

New on Sports Illustrated: Arsenal ofreció 40 millones por Malcom

July 28, 2019 at 07:00AM
Arsenal ofreció 40 millones por Malcom

Police and activists clash in Hong Kong street battles

Riot police fired tear gas and demonstrators hurled rocks and bottles in street battles yesterday in the New Territories town of Yuen Long, in the latest violent protest in Hong Kong.

More unrest is feared today with another protest planned in Central on Hong Kong Island.

Thousands of black-clad activists, many wearing face masks and carrying umbrellas, defied a police ban and converged on the rural town in northern Hong Kong to protest against an attack by suspected triad gang members at Yuen Long train station last weekend.

Protesters gathered from mid-afternoon yesterday in a largely peaceful demonstration and hundreds of riot police were already in place in and around the town centre.

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Swimmer's positive drugs test 'bitterly disappointing and embarrassing', says Swimming Australia

Swimming Australia chief executive Leigh Russell has admitted Shayna Jack's positive drug test is "embarrassing" for the national swimming team, the sport and the country.

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Brisbane woman told she would never have children proves doctors wrong

Angela Retchless was diagnosed with kidney disease at the age of nine but a transplant from her father allowed her to achieve her goal of having children.

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New on Sports Illustrated: El increíble posteo de Dani Alves en el que 'busca trabajo'

July 28, 2019 at 06:45AM
El increíble posteo de Dani Alves en el que 'busca trabajo'

New on Sports Illustrated: Roberto Baggio confesó cómo fue que se hizo hincha de Boca

July 28, 2019 at 06:45AM
Roberto Baggio confesó cómo fue que se hizo hincha de Boca

New on Sports Illustrated: El Inter Miami de David Beckham anunció a sus dos primeros refuerzos

July 28, 2019 at 06:45AM
El Inter Miami de David Beckham anunció a sus dos primeros refuerzos

New on Sports Illustrated: Júnior Firpo, posible refuerzo del Barcelona, explicó sus tweets 'anti Messi' de 2012

July 28, 2019 at 06:45AM
Júnior Firpo, posible refuerzo del Barcelona, explicó sus tweets 'anti Messi' de 2012

New on Sports Illustrated: Report: Twins Acquire Sergio Romo From Marlins for Pair of Prospects

The veteran reliever will bring much needed help to the Twins' struggling bullpen.
July 28, 2019 at 06:28AM
Report: Twins Acquire Sergio Romo From Marlins for Pair of Prospects

Brisbane woman told she would never have children proves doctors wrong

'Boris bounce': UK Conservatives surge in opinion poll

Polling has fuelled speculation that Johnson, who faces a Brexit deadlock in Britain's Parliament, will call an early election.

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Life after death in custody

More than 30 years after the royal commission into deaths in custody began, imprisonment is still inflicting fatal damage on Indigenous families.

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Life after death in custody

More than 30 years after the royal commission into deaths in custody began, imprisonment is still inflicting fatal damage on Indigenous families.

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Wallabies' 'grown up' James O'Connor reflects on time away from Test rugby

It was baby steps in James O'Connor's Brisbane Test return but the man himself was quick to point out he's not a boy anymore following six years in the Wallabies wilderness.

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Hunt for Canadian duo suspected of Lucas Fowler killing leads to polar bear

The threat of a polar bear attack has become a reality for the huge Canadian police and military contingent searching for the teenage duo suspected of shooting dead Australian tourist Lucas Fowler.

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Fortnite: UK player places second in e-sports World Cup

Jaden Ashman from Essex will split $2.25m (£1,8m) with his Dutch team mate Dave Jong.

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Doping clouds hang over the most exciting Tour de France in years

As the Tour headed toward its finale in Paris one question nagged: Is all of this real?

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BBC NEWS - French cyclists hit again by curse of Tour de France

Two Frenchmen were in contention to win the biggest race in cycling - but it was not to be.

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Truck pulls down overhead wires, halts public transport

A truck has pulled down 70m of overhead wires in Clifton Hill, sparking widespread delays.

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Truck pulls down overhead wires, halts public transport

A truck has pulled down 70m of overhead wires in Clifton Hill, sparking widespread delays.

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Man critical after crash north-west of Brisbane

The man was not taken to hospital after suffering from critical injuries. Road closures were in place just after the township.

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Man critical after crash north-west of Brisbane

The man was not taken to hospital after suffering from critical injuries. Road closures were in place just after the township.

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Alex De Minaur one win from second career title at Atlanta Open

Alex de Minaur became the youngest finalist in tournament history and will play in his fifth career ATP final on Sunday.

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Residents of Melbourne's Australia 108 tower complain of 'cracking'

Residents of Melbourne's tallest building have complained about cracking noises and other defects that have left some fearing for their safety.

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'It will help us long term': James Pattinson backs Ashes bowling rotation

The Victorian quick is itching to take the new ball in the Ashes again but says he would buy into a rotation policy in the interests of the bigger picture.

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Iran test-launches ballistic missile adding to tensions with US

The missile, a Shahab-3, is a liquid-fuelled, medium-range ballistic weapon capable of carrying a nuclear weapon.

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'Athletic, explosive': Franklin far from gone, says premiership coach

This has been the type of season the Swans would have been fearing for Lance Franklin when they signed him to his blockbuster nine-year deal.

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BBC NEWS - Nightclub collapse kills two in South Korea

Among the injured are athletes attending the world aquatic championships in Gwangju.

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New on Sports Illustrated: Real Madrid Has Nightmare First Half in ICC, Trails Atletico 5-0

Diego Costa notched a hat trick and Benfica transfer Joao Felix scored for Atletico in the first half.
July 27, 2019 at 06:40AM
Real Madrid Has Nightmare First Half in ICC, Trails Atletico 5-0

Trump escalates feud with Apple and threatens wine war with France

The US President went all guns blazing on Friday as he denied Apple's request to avoid US tarifffs on China imports and threatened to tax French wine.

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Trump escalates feud with Apple and threatens wine war with France

The US President went all guns blazing on Friday as he denied Apple's request to avoid US tarifffs on China imports and threatened to tax French wine.

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BBC NEWS : No-deal Brexit 'threatens' UK science industry, says Wellcome Trust

Wellcome Trust chair warns Boris Johnson that Britain will lose out if it "amputates" the EU.

July 27, 2019 at 06:45AM

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Queensland pride fuels Cameron Smith at $14 million WGC

Cameron Smith says his laid-back Queensland attitude is keeping him calm while contending with the big names at the mega-rich World Golf Championships Invitational in Tennessee.

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Nervous wait as fresh Trent Cotchin injury dampens Tigers win

The only disappointment for Richmond on Friday night was another hamstring injury to the premiership captain.

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BBC NEWS : Direct debit fraud: 'My mother lost £14,000'

A charity warns that the elderly and vulnerable are most at risk of becoming victims of direct debit fraud.

July 27, 2019 at 06:27AM

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Waiting 'for another dope': Trump says China may delay trade deal

Trump said China may be putting off a trade deal between the world's two largest economies until after the November 2020 election in the hope a Democrat wins.

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Independent school 'extras' can add 10-15 per cent to annual costs

If you’ve got busy children who try all the extra-curricular music and sport options at school, those additional costs need to be budgeted for.

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Waiting 'for another dope': Trump says China may delay trade deal

Independent school 'extras' can add 10-15 per cent to annual costs

If you’ve got busy children who try all the extra-curricular music and sport options at school, those additional costs need to be budgeted for.

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New on Sports Illustrated: Report: Bobby Wagner Agrees to Three-Year, $54 Million Extension With Seahawks

Wagner leads the NFL with 981 tackles since 2012.
July 27, 2019 at 06:03AM
Report: Bobby Wagner Agrees to Three-Year, $54 Million Extension With Seahawks

US Supreme Court hands Donald Trump his border wall

Five conservative justices of the US Supreme Court gave the Trump administration the green light to begin work using Defence Department money previously frozen.

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New on Sports Illustrated: Real Madrid-Atlético de Madrid | Alineaciones confirmadas

July 27, 2019 at 05:30AM
Real Madrid-Atlético de Madrid | Alineaciones confirmadas

New on Sports Illustrated: El probable equipo de River para debutar en la Superliga

July 27, 2019 at 05:30AM
El probable equipo de River para debutar en la Superliga

New on Sports Illustrated: Ben Zobrist Eyes August Return to Cubs After Minor League 'Rehab' Games

The Cubs granted Zobrist a leave of absence on May 8 after he and his wife, Julianna, filed for divorce.
July 27, 2019 at 05:28AM
Ben Zobrist Eyes August Return to Cubs After Minor League 'Rehab' Games

S&P 500, Nasdaq hit new record highs; US dollar gains ground

Wall Street raced to fresh records on Friday and the US dollar reached a two-month high after strong economic data and a string of upbeat earnings reports.

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S&P 500, Nasdaq hit new record highs; US dollar gains ground

New on Sports Illustrated: Colts Being Cautious With Andrew Luck's Injured Calf Because of Kevin Durant

Colts quarterback Andrew Luck injured his calf this spring.
July 26, 2019 at 06:02AM
Colts Being Cautious With Andrew Luck's Injured Calf Because of Kevin Durant

BBC NEWS - Forced penetration: If a woman forces a man to have sex, is that rape?

When a man has sex with a woman without consent, that's rape. Should it be rape when a woman coerces a man into sex?

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After helping to build Facebook, co-founder is trying to break it up

Chris Hughes used to huddle with Mark Zuckerberg in a Harvard dorm room building Facebook from scratch. Now, he is huddling with government regulators to explain why it needs to be broken up.

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Why Boris Johnson may prove his liberal mockers wrong

The new British Prime Minister should not be dismissed as a clown or as Britain's Trump, writes the executive director of the Lowy Institute.

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Trump, Ukraine's Zelenskiy Outline Pending Meeting During Phone Call

WASHINGTON -- U.S. President Donald Trump congratulated Ukrainian counterparty Volodymyr Zelenskiy on his parliamentary victory as the leaders discussed the agenda of their first tet-a-tet.

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BBC NEWS - Iran tanker seizure: Why is the Strait of Hormuz so important?

What is the Strait of Hormuz and why does it matter?

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BBC NEWS - Netflix Cambridge Analytica film: Social media is 'like a crime scene'

The makers of Netflix's The Great Hack say data is now the world's most valuable asset.

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BBC NEWS - Boris Johnson: Should Africa shrug, smile or scowl?

The age of empire is long gone, and the UK has to compete with other powers for influence in Africa.

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BBC NEWS - Kargil: The forgotten victims of the world's highest war

Thousands had to flee when a covert Pakistani military operation in Kashmir backfired 20 years ago.

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BBC NEWS - Trump straws: How the US president is using straws to beat liberals with

Why Trump is selling plastic straws at $15 a pack - and using them as a stick to beat liberals with.

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BBC NEWS - Why NZ cleared a Chinese man for touching a boy's penis

A judge accepted the Chinese man had made a "cultural mistake", but is this really a thing in China?

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Graham Freudenberg: speechwriter to Whitlam, Hawke and more

Freudenberg led the craft of speechwriting and contributed more to his party than did most MPs.

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Fortnite World Cup: Players battle for biggest total prize pool

The top four Fortnite players will soon become millionaires while others take home $50,000 or more.

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The quiet scheme saving thousands from ransomware

No More Ransom says it has helped 200,000 people recover from ransomware attacks.

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Graham Freudenberg: speechwriter to Whitlam, Hawke and more

Freudenberg led the craft of speechwriting and contributed more to his party than did most MPs.

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Tips and race-by-race preview for Rosehill on Saturday

It's a nine-race card at headquarters on Saturday.

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'Like acting out my childhood': Jesse Eisenberg's new favourite role

" I can understand what it’s like to feel alienated," says the unlikely Hollywood star of his role as a timid karate novice.

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First Gobbo murder conviction quashed: Gangland getaway driver walks free

A Melbourne man who has been in jail for more than a decade over a gangland hit has had his conviction quashed in the first case the courts have found was contaminated by barrister turned police informer Nicola Gobbo.

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A decade of dancing in the dark: No Lights No Lycra turns 10

The Australian fitness phenomenon is celebrating its tenth birthday, with new research showing the low-light workout attracts people who wouldn't otherwise exercise.

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'Like acting out my childhood': Jesse Eisenberg's new favourite role

" I can understand what it’s like to feel alienated," says the unlikely Hollywood star of his role as a timid karate novice.

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Arsenal sign Ceballos, Saliba

New Arsenal signing Dani Ceballos has revealed the prospect of working under Unai Emery was the "turning point" in his decision to join the London club.

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First Gobbo murder conviction quashed: Gangland getaway driver walks free

Man charged after allegedly bashing woman in attempted sexual assault

Police allege a 25-year-old woman was grabbed from behind as she attempted to enter her Sydney CBD apartment in the early hours of Friday morning.

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The latest illustrations from artist Andrew Weldon

Andrew Weldon has been a contributor to The Age and The Sunday Age for many years. His cartoons have been published widely nationally and internationally, including in The New Yorker, The Spectator and Private Eye. He has published two book collections of his work and several childrens' books. He smells funny.

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Man charged after allegedly bashing woman in attempted sexual assault

Police allege a 25-year-old woman was grabbed from behind as she attempted to enter her Sydney CBD apartment in the early hours of Friday morning.

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Iron ore miners slammed as price falls and Vale restart bite

BHP, Rio and Fortescue were all sold sharply at the start of the day's trading.

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The latest illustrations from artist Cathy Wilcox

The latest work by Sydney Morning Herald editorial cartoonist Cathy Wilcox.

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The latest illustrations from artist Matt Davidson

A selection of his best work.

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'Sad and concerned': Damages sought in Ray Hadley bullying claim

The shock jock has revealed he is being taken to court over highly-publicised bullying accusations.

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The latest illustrations from artist Matt Golding

Illustrations by the artist from The Age.

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Iron ore miners slammed as price falls and Vale restart bite

BHP, Rio and Fortescue were all sold sharply at the start of the day's trading.

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'Sad and concerned': Damages sought in Ray Hadley bullying claim

The shock jock has revealed he is being taken to court over highly-publicised bullying accusations.

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New on Sports Illustrated: Kawhi Leonard Was 'Very Close' to Choosing Raptors, Lakers Over Clippers in Free Agency

Leonard said it wasn't until the Clippers told him they had acquired Paul George that he decided to join the team.
July 25, 2019 at 05:38AM
Kawhi Leonard Was 'Very Close' to Choosing Raptors, Lakers Over Clippers in Free Agency

North Korea fired unidentified projectiles from around Wonsan: South Korea military

SEOUL - North Korea fired at least two unidentified projectiles early on Thursday (July 25) from an area near Wonsan, on North Korea's eastern coast, South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff said.

The projectiles flew about 430km to the east, the Joint Chiefs of Staff said, but did not elaborate.

The characteristics of their flight, including the range, was similar to North Korea's last missile tests in May, analysts said.

If confirmed, this would be the first missile test reported since US President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un met at the demilitarised zone (DMZ) between the two Koreas at the end of June.

A Japanese government source told Kyodo News the missiles did not reach Japan’s exclusive economic zone and had no impact on Japan’s national security.

The White House, Pentagon and US State Department did not immediately respond to requests for comment.

But a senior US administration official said: "We are aware of reports of a short-range projectile launched from North Korea. We have no further comment."

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Best of cartoons July 25, 2019

Our talented team of artists, illustrators and cartoonists give us their humorous version of the news of the day.

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Macquarie posts flat quarter, repeats forecast of lower annual profit

After a lukewarm start to the year, the Millionaires' Factory confirms it expects profits to come in slightly lower this year.

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BBC NEWS : Virgin Media pledges gigabit broadband to millions of homes

The broadband provider aims to deliver gigabit speeds to 15 million homes by the end of 2021.

July 25, 2019 at 05:42AM

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Virgin Media pledges gigabit broadband to millions of homes

The broadband provider aims to deliver gigabit speeds to 15 million homes by the end of 2021.

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Macquarie posts flat quarter, repeats forecast of lower annual profit

After a lukewarm start to the year, the Millionaires' Factory confirms it expects profits to come in slightly lower this year.

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Ashes relief after scans clear Aussie quick of knee injury

Mitchell Starc did not bowl on Wednesday afternoon on day two of the intra-squad match at the Ageas Bowl, having reported soreness to the Australian team's medical staff.

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Wild ride through Melbourne suburbs ends with pepper spray and arrests

The hour-long drama began shortly after 5am on Thursday, when police were called to a teenager behaving suspiciously in Essendon.

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National side on TV collision course with BBL

The Big Bash League is on a collision course with the national men’s side, while a new finals system unveiled.

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England 'embarrassing' at Lord's: Vaughan

Former England captain Michael Vaughan branded England's astonishing battling collapse against minnows Ireland at Lord's as "embarrassing".

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New on Sports Illustrated: Mariano Rivera Defends His Support of Donald Trump, Responds to Backlash

An editorial on Sunday accused the former Yankees great of having "served at the pleasure of a racist president."
July 25, 2019 at 05:18AM
Mariano Rivera Defends His Support of Donald Trump, Responds to Backlash

Antonis departs Victory for South Korea

Midfielder Terry Antonis is leaving Melbourne Victory, having signed a transfer to K-League club Suwon Bluewings.

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New on Sports Illustrated: Mark Sanchez’s Career Deserves More Than to Be Defined by One Play

How the Jets utilized Mark Sanchez was an instructional on how to overhype, overheat and overload your top draft choice.
July 24, 2019 at 05:58AM
Mark Sanchez’s Career Deserves More Than to Be Defined by One Play

New on Sports Illustrated: Dodger Stadium to Get $100 Million Renovation for 2020

The Dodgers plan to add a statue of Sandy Koufax, joining a statue of Jackie Robinson.
July 24, 2019 at 05:52AM
Dodger Stadium to Get $100 Million Renovation for 2020

New on Sports Illustrated: Lionel Messi Receives One-Game Suspension for Copa America Red Card

Messi received a red card during the third-place match against Chile at Copa America.
July 24, 2019 at 05:25AM
Lionel Messi Receives One-Game Suspension for Copa America Red Card

Jackie Trad defends call to CCC head over house purchase

The Deputy Premier said her husband had advised her by text that he was interested in purchasing a property but said few details were discussed between them.

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Cyclist killed in hit-run days after a victim's plea for decency

The rider was thrown from his bike on the Melton Highway, near McCubbin Drive, in Taylors Lakes at about 6.40 on Wednesday morning.

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Lynne Wannan: Champion of social justice

Lynne Wannan's life was a rich and meaningful one, with consistent themes of social justice and the status of women running through it.

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Cyclist killed in hit-run days after a victim's plea for decency

The rider was thrown from his bike on the Melton Highway, near McCubbin Drive, in Taylors Lakes at about 6.40 on Wednesday morning.

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Lynne Wannan: Champion of social justice

Lynne Wannan's life was a rich and meaningful one, with consistent themes of social justice and the status of women running through it.

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APRA pings Macquarie, HSBC, Rabo on their funding arrangements

The banking regulator is considering imposing tougher funding and liquidity requirements on Macquarie Bank and the Australian operations of HSBC and Rabobank.

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Toon sign Brazilian in club record deal

Newcastle United splash nearly $50 million on forward Joelinton from Bundesliga club Hoffenheim.

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APRA pings Macquarie, HSBC, Rabo on their funding arrangements

Former Seven executive arrested over alleged $8m fraud against company

A former Seven West Media is expected to be charged by police on Wednesday, over an alleged fraud worth more than $8 million against the Kerry Stokes-controlled media network.

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Former Seven executive arrested over alleged $8m fraud against company

John Fitzgerald, 57, was arrested at his home in Breakfast Point, in Sydney's inner west, shortly before 8am on Wednesday.

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South Korean YouTubers lure Japanese audience with attacks on President Moon Jae-in

SEOUL - Japanese citizens angry at South Korea's role in a diplomatic row over their wartime history that has spilled into trade have found some unlikely allies: South Korean commentators using YouTube to attack their own president, Moon Jae-in.

The South Korean leader has drawn the ire of conservative commentators at home for wrecking ties with Japan, a former colonial ruler now a key economic partner and fellow security ally of the United States.

To thousands of Japanese viewers, the YouTube channels offer a rare honest appraisal of an untrustworthy man who has turned against a neighbouring democracy while courting the dictator of North Korea.

Relations between the two deteriorated this year as simmering disputes over Japan's wartime use of forced South Korean labour reignited and Japan imposed export curbs on high-tech materials to South Korea.

"The responsibility for this situation lies with President Moon Jae-in and his government's foreign policy," Mr Ko Sung-kook, host of Kosungkook TV on YouTube, said on a broadcast earlier this month.

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Chelsea's Lampard gets message across in Barca win

New boss Frank Lampard says the Blues' progress has been 'really good' following a 2-1 friendly victory over La Liga giants Barcelona in Japan.

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Boris Johnson's overflowing in-tray: Five urgent tasks for Britain's new leader

Delivering Brexit, patching up things with Donald Trump, deciding what to do about Iran...Boris will have a lot on his plate.

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BBC NEWS - Stopping child marriage with solar lanterns

Girls in Ethiopia are being given solar lamps to help stop child marriage and keep them in school.

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Mark Esper Sworn In as US Secretary of Defense

WASHINGTON - Updated 7:45 pm EDT

Army Secretary Mark Esper was sworn in as U.S. secretary of defense on Tuesday, hours after being confirmed by the Senate in a strong bipartisan vote that end

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Smith eyeing FedEx Cup play-off run

Australia's Cameron Smith is looking to build on his best British Open showing in the mega-money US tournament.

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Promising Russian boxer dies after brain injury in the ring

A previously undefeated Russian boxer in line for a world title fight has passed away from injuries suffered in a bout in the US.

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New on Sports Illustrated: Hope Solo's Desire to Join Mediation Alters Dynamic of USWNT's Equal Pay Fight

Hope Solo wants in on the mediation session between U.S. Soccer and the USWNT in the fight for equal pay. Here's why she feels it's necessary to join in and how that could change the dynamic between all parties involved.
July 24, 2019 at 05:15AM
Hope Solo's Desire to Join Mediation Alters Dynamic of USWNT's Equal Pay Fight

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Better migrant worker policy grown locally

Local community members are filling a national regulatory void, writes Stephen Clibborn.

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New on Sports Illustrated: Zion Williamson, Bradley Beal Won't Participate in Team USA Practice, FIBA World Cup

Anthony Davis and James Harden also withdrew from Team USA consideration in July.
July 23, 2019 at 06:04AM
Zion Williamson, Bradley Beal Won't Participate in Team USA Practice, FIBA World Cup

New on Sports Illustrated: Katie Ledecky Withdraws From 200 Free at Worlds Due to Illness

Katie Ledecky has withdrawn from the 200-meter freestyle at the world swimming championships because of medical reasons
July 23, 2019 at 06:04AM
Katie Ledecky Withdraws From 200 Free at Worlds Due to Illness

Savings rates hit rock bottom amid signs of further spending restraint

Deposit rates fall to new lows with all banks as signs grow of continued retail headwinds.

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Titmus' hopes of more gold boosted after Ledecky withdrawal

The intrigue continues at the Swimming World Championships in Korea, with revelations superstar Katie Ledecky has been sick and won't swim the 200m and possibly 1500m.

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Savings rates hit rock bottom amid signs of further spending restraint

Deposit rates fall to new lows with all banks as signs grow of continued retail headwinds.

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Multidrug-resistant malaria spreading in Southeast Asia: Study

LONDON - Strains of malaria resistant to two key anti-malarial medicines are becoming more dominant in Vietnam, Laos and northern Thailand after spreading rapidly from Cambodia, scientists warned on Monday (July 22).

Using genomic surveillance to track the spread of drug-resistant malaria, the scientists found that the strain, known as KEL1/PLA1, has also evolved and picked up new genetic mutations which may make it yet more resistant to drugs.

"We discovered (it) had spread aggressively, replacing local malaria parasites, and had become the dominant strain in Vietnam, Laos, and northeastern Thailand," said Mr Roberto Amato, who worked with a team from Britain's Wellcome Sanger Institute and Oxford University and Thailand's Mahidol University.

Malaria is caused by Plasmodium parasites which are carried by mosquitoes and spread through their blood-sucking bites.

Almost 220 million people were infected with malaria in 2017, according to World Health Organisation estimates, and the disease killed 400,000 of them. The vast majority of cases and deaths are among babies and children in sub-Saharan Africa.

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North Korea's Kim Jong Un inspects new submarine, points out weapons systems: KCNA

SEOUL - North Korean leader Kim Jong Un inspected a newly built submarine and pointed out its tactical capabilities and weapons systems, North Korean state media KCNA said on Tuesday (July 23).

The submarine, which was built under Mr Kim's "special attention", will be operational in the East Sea, also known as the Sea of Japan, KCNA said.

KCNA did not describe the kind of weapons systems the submarine contained or when the inspection took place.

Mr Kim showed great satisfaction with the construction of "our kind of powerful submarine", it said.

"In a country where the country's east and west is surrounded by the sea, the operational capability of submarines is an important component of national defence," Mr Kim said.

North Korea "should continue to develop our national defence capability by putting great efforts in developing naval arms equipment, including submarines", he said.

Mr Kim tasked defence and scientific officials accompanying him with achieving more strategic initiatives in submarine use, state media said.

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India set for fresh moon launch attempt

SRIHARIKOTA, India - India will make a second attempt on Monday (July 22) to send a landmark spacecraft to the Moon after an apparent fuel leak forced last week's launch to be aborted.

The South Asian nation is bidding to become just the fourth nation - after Russia, the United States and China - to land a spacecraft on the Moon.

The mission comes 50 years after Neil Armstrong became the first person to step foot on the moon, an occasion celebrated by space enthusiasts globally last Saturday.

The fresh launch attempt for Chandrayaan-2 - Moon Chariot 2 in some Indian languages including Sanskrit and Hindi - has been scheduled for 2.43pm (5.13pm Singapore ) on Monday, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) said.

"Chandrayaan 2 is ready to take a billion dreams to the Moon - now stronger than ever before!" it said on Thursday.

The first launch attempt was scrapped just under an hour before the scheduled lift-off because of what authorities described as a "technical snag". Local media, citing ISRO officials, said that issue was a fuel leak.

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