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Former ATO Assistant Commissioner Nick Petroulias Charged with Multiple Fraud Offences

Nick Petroulias, along with his former partner and an ALALC board member, faces charges following an ICAC investigation into property dealings involving the Awabakal Local Aboriginal Land Council.

Jul 15, 2026, 6:42 AM ABC Australia News

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Cyclospora Outbreak Spreads Across 34 US States, CDC Investigates

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has confirmed over 1,600 cases of Cyclospora infection and is tracking thousands more as officials work to identify the outbreak source.

ABC Australia News | Jul 15, 2026, 6:41 AM

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Australia Unveils World-Leading AI Standards to Guide Technology Rollout

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announces new regulations to shape AI development and data center construction, continuing Australia's leadership in tech policy.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 15, 2026, 6:22 AM

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Ebola Outbreak in Eastern Congo Spreads Faster Than Tracking Efforts as Death Toll Exceeds 700

The World Health Organization reports that 80% of new Ebola cases in eastern Congo come from unknown transmission chains, indicating rapid and uncontrolled spread.

NPR News | Jul 15, 2026, 6:20 AM

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Software Glitch or Remote Shutdown? Chinese Apps Under Scrutiny After E-Rickshaw Disruptions in Delhi

Several e-rickshaws in New Delhi halted mid-ride due to alleged remote disabling via Chinese battery management apps, prompting a government probe and app removals amid India-China diplomatic sensitivities.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 6:19 AM

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Former Gippsland Teacher Nicole Anne Jones Faces Trial Over 1990s Child Sexual Assault Allegations

Nicole Anne Jones, previously known as Nicky Cravino, is charged with multiple counts of indecent acts and sexual penetration involving a primary school student in 1999.

ABC Australia News | Jul 15, 2026, 5:57 AM

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Cairns Mayor Admits Misconduct as 15-Year-Old Faces Court Over School Stabbing

The mayor of Cairns has been instructed to apologise after admitting misconduct, while a 15-year-old boy appeared in court accused of stabbing a fellow student during a pre-arranged fight.

ABC Australia News | Jul 15, 2026, 5:56 AM

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Donald Trump Threatens to Bomb Iran’s Civilian Infrastructure if No Deal is Reached

US President Donald Trump warns of military action targeting Iran’s civilian infrastructure amid ongoing tensions.

Al Jazeera | Jul 15, 2026, 5:56 AM

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US House Passes Bill to Make Daylight Saving Time Permanent

The Sunshine Protection Act aims to end the biannual clock changes across the United States, while Australia maintains its current daylight saving practices.

ABC Australia News | Jul 15, 2026, 5:55 AM

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Ryanair Passenger Partially Sucked Out of Dislodged Window on Flight from Greece to Germany

A 61-year-old man was partially pulled through a broken cabin window on a Ryanair flight, prompting an investigation with Boeing's assistance.

ABC Australia News | Jul 15, 2026, 5:35 AM

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Chinese University to Phase Out English Classes, Emphasizing Cross-Cultural Skills Amid AI Translation Advances

Shenzhen University of Advanced Technology plans to replace traditional English courses with intercultural communication classes, citing real-time AI translation tools as a key factor.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 5:34 AM

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China's Economic Growth Slows Sharply, Missing Annual Target

Weak domestic demand and rising oil prices linked to the Iran war overshadow strong export gains in China’s second quarter.

BBC World | Jul 15, 2026, 5:33 AM

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Death Toll in Bangkok Bar Fire Rises to 32, Dozens Remain Hospitalized

Two more victims have died from injuries sustained in the fire at Rong Beer Na Lat Phrao bar, as authorities investigate negligence and fire safety violations.

CNA Latest News | Jul 15, 2026, 5:31 AM

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T.Rex Skeleton 'Gus' Sells for Record $50.1 Million at New York Auction

A Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton, known as 'Gus,' fetched a record-breaking price at an auction held in New York on July 15, 2026.

Al Jazeera | Jul 15, 2026, 5:20 AM

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Perth Plumber's Citizen's Arrest of Alleged Car Thief Goes Viral After Handbrake Mishap

Adam Breen, a plumber from Perth, restrained an alleged car thief after a failed getaway caused by an engaged handbrake, sparking viral attention and legal warnings about citizen arrests.

ABC Australia News | Jul 15, 2026, 5:11 AM

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Australia to Set National Standards for AI Data Centres and Copyright

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announces plans for mandatory data centre regulations and protections for Australian creators amid AI expansion.

ABC Australia News | Jul 15, 2026, 5:10 AM

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Suppression Order Lifted on Mildura Man Guilty of Producing Child Abuse Material

Christopher Rankin pleaded guilty to 17 charges involving covert filming and AI-generated explicit content in Victoria.

ABC Australia News | Jul 15, 2026, 5:09 AM

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Ugandan Woman Transforms Shea Waste into Clean Energy Amid Charcoal Crisis

As charcoal demand threatens indigenous trees in northern Uganda, a climate activist promotes sustainable fuel alternatives and community reforestation efforts.

Al Jazeera | Jul 15, 2026, 4:48 AM

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Auditor-General Flags Lapses in HDB Season Parking Checks and MOH Contract Management

The Auditor-General’s Office highlights nearly S$25 million in improperly approved HDB season parking applications and contract approval breaches in the Ministry of Health.

CNA Latest News | Jul 15, 2026, 4:40 AM

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Gibraltar and Spain End Border Checks in Historic UK-EU Treaty

Border controls between Spain and Gibraltar were lifted on Wednesday, July 15th, 2026, marking a new chapter in relations following an agreement after Brexit.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 4:40 AM

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China’s CXMT Valued at $85 Billion in Record Shanghai IPO

ChangXin Memory Technologies aims to raise $8.5 billion in the largest mainland Chinese semiconductor IPO, surpassing previous records.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 4:39 AM

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Iran Launches Strikes on Neighbors Amid US Blockade Reinstatement and Trump Threats

Iran's Revolutionary Guards Corps attacked US military installations in the Middle East following renewed US strikes and President Trump's reinstatement of a blockade on Iranian shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.

Euronews | Jul 15, 2026, 4:39 AM

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China’s Rare Earth Weakness and New Rocket Challenge SpaceX: 7 Science Highlights

China has tested a satellite engine with a record-breaking operating life, signaling advances in space technology amid ongoing challenges in rare earth materials.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 4:37 AM

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Rosmah Mansor Files Defamation Lawsuit Against Comedian Harith Iskander

Wife of Malaysia's former Prime Minister Najib Razak, Rosmah Mansor, has initiated legal action over alleged defamation during a comedy show.

CNA Latest News | Jul 15, 2026, 4:37 AM