Interactive: What is within 25km of your home's new lockdown limit

Use our interactive map to see where your new 25km travel limit finishes.

from Sydney Morning Herald - National
Read More

Five new cases of COVID-19 in NSW, including four in hotel quarantine

One case of local transmission is linked to a cluster at the Great Beginnings Childcare Centre at Oran Park.

from Sydney Morning Herald - National
Read More

New 25km bubble as Premier reveals lockdown rules for Victoria

After just two new cases of coronavirus on Sunday, Daniel Andrews has unveiled the latest version of his road map out of restrictions

from Sydney Morning Herald - National
Read More

Israel reports 874 new COVID-19 cases, 302,770 in total

Jerusalem, October 18 (ANI/Xinhua): The total number of COVID-19 cases in Israel rose to 302,770 on Saturday after the addition of 874 new cases, marking a fifth consecutive day of decrease in the num

from Latest Breaking News RSS feed – Big News Network
via READ MORE

Iran Sees No Arms-buying Spree as It Expects UN Embargo to End

DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - Iran said it was self-reliant in its defense and had no need to go on a weapons-buying spree as a U.N. conventional-arms embargo was set to expire Sunday despite stron

from Latest Breaking News RSS feed – Big News Network
via READ MORE

What the new coronavirus restrictions mean for Melburnians

Here's the run down on your new-look lockdown rules, what they mean and when they will apply.

from Sydney Morning Herald - Latest News
Read More

Interactive: What is within 25km of your home's new lockdown limit

Use our interactive map to see where your new 25km travel limit finishes.

from Sydney Morning Herald - Latest News
Read More

Five new cases of COVID-19 in NSW, including four in hotel quarantine

One case of local transmission is linked to a cluster at the Great Beginnings Childcare Centre at Oran Park.

from Sydney Morning Herald - Latest News
Read More

New 25km bubble as Premier reveals lockdown rules for Victoria

After just two new cases of coronavirus on Sunday, Daniel Andrews has unveiled the latest version of his road map out of restrictions

from Sydney Morning Herald - Latest News
Read More

Tony Blair accused of breaking British quarantine rules

Blair had appealed to government officials for special dispensation from the COVID-19 rules, but was not issued with the formal exemption, the report said.

from Sydney Morning Herald - Latest News
Read More

Two key Rabbitohs miss out as NSW adds to Origin squad

Brad Fittler's latest additions were considered straightforward, leaving only seven spots left to be filled after the NRL grand final.

from Sydney Morning Herald - Latest News
Read More

'Maybe sunlight could be the best vaccine': Pete Evans endorses anti-vax party

The controversial chef says "self-love and hugs" might also provide protection against disease, as he throws his weight behind fringe political party in Queensland.

from Sydney Morning Herald - Latest News
Read More

Hong Kong activist Grandma Wong 'prevented from crossing border for 14 months'

Grey-haired and bespectacled, Wong had been a familiar face at anti-government protests in Hong Kong last year, often waving a large British flag, but disappeared from the streets around August last year.

from Sydney Morning Herald - Latest News
Read More

BBC NEWS - Guinea elections: Alpha Condé takes on Cellou Dalein Diallo again

A divisive new constitution allows Alpha Condé to stand again, amid political and ethnic tensions.


https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

from BBC News - World https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-54568055

BBC NEWS - US woman faces first federal execution since 1953

Lisa Montgomery is due to become the first woman to face federal execution in the US in 67 years.


https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

from BBC News - World https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-54587863

The Age photos of the week, October 18, 2020

The week in photos from our award winning photographers and regular contributing photographers at The Age.

from Sydney Morning Herald - National
Read More

WA could miss the chance to capitalise on renewable energy boom

Even in the absence of a clear energy policy, renewable energy solutions are winning the race against coal and gas in WA.

from Sydney Morning Herald - National
Read More

Frustration for Liverpool in derby draw, City beat Arsenal

Liverpool were left frustrated after a 2-2 draw at Everton in the Merseyside derby on Saturday with VAR ruling out a potential winner from Jordan Henderson in stoppage time.

from Sydney Morning Herald - Latest News
Read More

Ganna takes third stage win as Almeida extends Giro lead

Filippo Ganna claimed his third victory in this year's Giro d'Italia when he won the 14th stage on Saturday, as Joao Almeida extended his overall lead.

from Sydney Morning Herald - Latest News
Read More

The Age photos of the week, October 18, 2020

The week in photos from our award winning photographers and regular contributing photographers at The Age.

from Sydney Morning Herald - Latest News
Read More

Teenager asked pupils to identify French teacher before beheading him

New details have emerged about the attack that has horrified France.

from Sydney Morning Herald - Latest News
Read More

'We've had a fantastic year': Fagan upbeat despite loss to Cats

After his team had been dealt a finals football lesson by Geelong, Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan was projecting the same countenance as he did in his first year at the club. He was irrepressibly upbeat.

from Sydney Morning Herald - Latest News
Read More

WA could miss the chance to capitalise on renewable energy boom

Even in the absence of a clear energy policy, renewable energy solutions are winning the race against coal and gas in WA.

from Sydney Morning Herald - Latest News
Read More

Australian-owned Greek club Xanthi FC looking to become Socceroos 'nursery'

Sydney businessman behind the takeover of Xanthi FC wants the Tony Popovic-led club to become the first port of call for Aussie players heading to Europe.

from Sydney Morning Herald - Latest News
Read More

Philip aims for a fairytale farewell with a Vixens premiership

Tegan Philip has been a fixture at the Melbourne Vixens for the past 11 seasons but Sunday's grand final will be her finale.

from Sydney Morning Herald - Latest News
Read More

LNP loses ground in Queensland polling, but says it has a plan

"I think if anything, we need to f---ing go hard on the negatives this week. Call these guys out as liars and incompetent," one LNP insider said.

from Sydney Morning Herald - Latest News
Read More

Where's Wilson? Wallaby rookie a no-show for training and team photo

There were only 22 Wallabies players in the team photo on Saturday at Eden Park, with Harry Wilson absent due to illness.

from Sydney Morning Herald - Latest News
Read More

'Some things have gone wrong here': Andrews wants help finding 17 travellers from NZ

Victorian authorities are hoping to find 17 travellers from New Zealand who entered Australia via a travel bubble with NSW. Premier Daniel Andrews has blasted federal authorities for allowing it to happen.

from Sydney Morning Herald - Latest News
Read More

Where to get tested for coronavirus in Queensland

Coronavirus assessment centres have been established across Queensland.

from Sydney Morning Herald - Latest News
Read More

Thai police turn water cannon on defiant protesters

BANGKOK - Thai police fired stinging liquid from water cannon at thousands of protesters on Friday in the most violent escalation of three months of demonstrations against the government of Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha, a former junta leader. Protesters, defying a government ban on gatherings for a second day in Bangkok, pushed back against helmeted police who advanced with batons and riot shields. In scenes resembling Hong Kong protests, demonstrators held umbrellas against the water. Youth-led protests have grown into the biggest challenge in years to a political establishment dominated by military figures and the Royal Palace of King Maha Vajiralongkorn. “The dictatorial government is using violence to disperse the people’s movement,” said Tattep Ruangprapaikitseree, one of the protest leaders. He was arrested hours later, along with six other protesters, police said.

from Asia
Read More

BBC NEWS - Macron calls Paris beheading 'Islamist terrorist attack'

The teacher killed in a Paris suburb reportedly showed his pupils cartoons of the Prophet Muhammad.


https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

from BBC News - World https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-54579403

Desperate search for missing bushwalker in remote WA hiking spot

Mt Augustus, in WA's Gascoyne region, made headlines last month after three bushwalkers were found dead in the area in less than a week. 

from Sydney Morning Herald - National
Read More

Million dollar man wins again: Lagogiane top dog for second time

Two years after winning the inaugural running of the world's richest greyhound race, Peter Lagogiane did it again at Wentworth Park in a huge boilover.

from Sydney Morning Herald - Latest News
Read More

France reports over 25,000 new coronavirus infections in 24 hours

French police also searched the homes of top officials in an investigation into the government's response to the global coronavirus pandemic.

from Sydney Morning Herald - Latest News
Read More

Desperate search for missing bushwalker in remote WA hiking spot

Mt Augustus, in WA's Gascoyne region, made headlines last month after three bushwalkers were found dead in the area in less than a week. 

from Sydney Morning Herald - Latest News
Read More

BBC NEWS - Lebanon protesters' euphoria gives way to despair

The country's problems have worsened since huge crowds took to the streets a year ago.


https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

from BBC News - World https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-54554278

BBC NEWS - End Sars: How Nigeria's anti-police brutality protests went global

Why did Nigerian protests against police brutality gain international attention and support?


https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

from BBC News - World https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-54575219

BBC NEWS - India Covid-19: Bollywood faces biggest box office test as cinemas open

With barely any new film releases and the pandemic still raging, India's cinemas stare at losses.


https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

from BBC News - World https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-54565884

BBC NEWS - US election 2020: 'Rigged' votes, body doubles and other false claims

The contest between Donald Trump and Joe Biden is full of rumours and falsehoods.


https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

from BBC News - World https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/54562611

BBC NEWS - Week in pictures: 10-16 October 2020

A selection of striking images taken around the world this week.


https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

from BBC News - World https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/in-pictures-54574382

BBC NEWS - How to get promoted when working from home

If you are still not going back to the office, what's the best way to stand out from colleagues?


https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

from BBC News - World https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-54432760

BBC NEWS - Why Africa's animation scene is booming

While the film sector struggles to produce new content, the global demand for animation has soared.


https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

from BBC News - World https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-54438334

BBC NEWS - Mennel: 'I thought about giving up music'

Mennel Ibtissem became an internet sensation following her performance on The Voice France.


https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

from BBC News - World https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-54511966

New on Sports Illustrated: SEC Alters Schedule as Programs Deal With COVID-19 Postponements

The SEC has moved around six games following the postponements of the Vanderbilt-Missouri and Florida-LSU games that were originally scheduled for Oct. 17.

On Friday, the SEC announced a bevy of changes to the conference's schedule after the postponement of two games that were originally slated for Oct. 17.

The postponements of the Vanderbilt-Missouri and Florida-LSU games that were supposed to be played on Saturday necessitated a re-shuffling of the deck. The changes are as follows:

• Vanderbilt at Missouri: Moved from Oct. 17 to Dec. 12. Time and network are TBD
• LSU at Florida: Moved from Oct. 17 to Dec. 12. Time and network are TBD
• South Carolina at LSU: Remains on Oct. 24, changes time to 7 p.m. ET on ESPN
• Georgia at Kentucky: Moves from Oct. 24 to Oct. 31 at 12 p.m. ET on SEC Network
• Missouri at Florida: Moves from Oct. 24 to Oct. 31 at 7:30 p.m. ET on SEC Network Alternate
• Kentucky at Missouri: Moves from Oct. 31 to Oct. 24 at 4 p.m. ET on SEC Network

The announcement comes on the same day the SEC reportedly fined three schools—Ole Miss, Texas A&M and Tennessee—for failing to adhere to the conference's COVID-19 protocols. Texas A&M athletic director Ross Bjork confirmed the Aggies' fine to Sports Illustrated's Ross Dellenger, while sources said Ole Miss and Tennessee were also disciplined.

SEC commissioner Greg Sankey had previously sent a memo to schools last week saying their conference revenue distribution would be docked $100,000 for each week that they did not follow the protocols.

"Do not relax—and do not let those around you relax—because of a few weeks of success," Sankey reportedly wrote in the memo.

October 17, 2020 at 05:07AM
SEC Alters Schedule as Programs Deal With COVID-19 Postponements

New on Sports Illustrated: Deion Sanders's Contract: Jackson State to Pay 'Coach Prime' $300,000 Salary With Season-Ticket Sales Incentives

Deion Sanders’s contract with Jackson State is a four-year, $1.2 million deal that includes an automatic extension for an eight-win season.

Deion Sanders’s contract with Jackson State is a four-year, $1.2 million deal that includes at least $120,000 in annual performance incentives and an automatic extension for an eight-win season.

The former NFL star cornerback and Hall of Famer was announced last month as the new coach at the SWAC school in Mississippi, landing his first college job in a stunning move that took America by storm. Sports Illustrated obtained his contract through a public records request.

Sanders, 53, is to be paid an annual salary of $300,000 as part of a contract that begins Dec. 1 of this year and runs to Dec. 15, 2024. Before taking over at JSU, Sanders is completing his job as the offensive coordinator of the Dallas-area Trinity Christian Academy, where his son is a highly recruited starting quarterback.

The university would owe Sanders the full, remaining amount of his contract if they fire him within the first year of his employment. After Dec. 15, 2021, Jackson State could fire Sanders for a price tag of $300,000. If Sanders were to leave JSU, he’d owe the school 50% of his remaining salary.

Sanders’ salary is on par with other FCS head coaches, but it would put him last among FBS public school coaches. However, the contract is loaded with incentives. He receives $25,000 for each win over an FBS team, gets $10,000 for a SWAC division title and $30,000 for a conference championship. If his team reaches the Celebration Bowl—a season-ending game pitting the SWAC and MEAC champion—he’d receive $50,000 for a bowl win.

Sanders can also get bonuses for ticket sales. If a game draws more than 30,000 fans, he gets 10% of all sales after the 30,000. He receives 10% of all season ticket revenue after the first 10,000 are purchased. If JSU changes conferences, he gets $100,000.

There are several ways to trigger automatic extensions to his contract, including an eight-win regular season, which gets him one extra year. If the athletic director who hired him, Ashley Robinson, leaves Jackson State, Sanders gets a one-year extension. If JSU leaves the SWAC, he gets two years added to his deal.

October 17, 2020 at 05:01AM
Deion Sanders's Contract: Jackson State to Pay 'Coach Prime' $300,000 Salary With Season-Ticket Sales Incentives

What You Need to Know About ‘The Trial of the Chicago 7’

By BY NANCY COLEMAN from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2020/10/16/movies/chicago-7-trial.html?partner=IFTTT
Aaron Sorkin’s Netflix film dramatizes the notorious 1969 political trial with many players. Use this guide to understand the people and the issues at stake.

Yes they can can can: Moulin Rouge picks up 14 Tony Award nominations

The show was created by Australian production company Global Creatures.

from Sydney Morning Herald - Latest News
Read More

Japan decides to release Fukushima contaminated water into sea: Reports

TOKYO - Japan's government has decided to release treated water containing radioactive substances from the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear plant into the sea, Jiji news agency and other media reported on Friday (Oct 16). A formal decision is expected to be made within this month, the reports said. Tokyo Electric has collected more than a million tonnes of contaminated water since the plant was crippled by an earthquake and tsunami in 2011.

from Asia
Read More

Olympics: French prosecutors believe Singaporean Tan Tong Han played a role in bribing voters for Tokyo 2020

TOKYO/NEW YORK - Dentsu Inc donated more than US$6 million (S$8.1 million) to Tokyo's successful campaign to host the 2020 Olympics, according to bank records seen by Reuters, and it lobbied members of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) on behalf of the city, according to three people involved in the lobbying. The activities created a potential conflict of interest for the Japanese advertising company, which had a separate contract with the IOC to market the games. To assist in its effort, Dentsu endorsed the hiring of a Singaporean consultant by the Tokyo Olympic campaign. The company's role is laid out in transcripts of interviews company executives gave to investigators appointed by the Japanese Olympic Committee (JOC) to examine whether there had been any wrongdoing in the course of Tokyo's campaign. French prosecutors investigating corruption in global sports suspect that consultant, Tan Tong Han, played a role in bribing Olympic voters for Tokyo in 2013, according to two people familiar with the French probe. Tan did not respond to requests for comment from Reuters. 

from Asia
Read More

Taiwan says Hong Kong warned off a civilian flight heading to Taipei-controlled island

TAIPEI - Hong Kong air traffic controllers on Thursday (Oct 15) warned off a Taiwanese civilian flight flying to Taiwan-controlled islands in the South China Sea, forcing it to turn back, the island's government said. The incident, which comes at a time of rising regional tensions, occurred as a UNI Air charter flight from southern Taiwan's Kaohsiung to the Pratas Islands was approaching Hong Kong's flight information region, Taiwan's Civil Aeronautics Administration said. Hong Kong air traffic controllers told the captain there were "dangerous activities" happening below 26,000ft and the aircraft could not enter, so for safety reasons he decided to turn back, the administration said in a statement. Hong Kong had not issued a prior notice warning of activities that could affect flights, it added. Hong Kong's Civil Aviation Department did not immediately respond to a request for comment. The weekly charter flights to the Pratas mostly carry Taiwan government and coastguard personnel and are not open for ordinary travellers to book.

from Asia
Read More