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Wildfire Smoke from Canada Blankets US Midwest and East Coast, Prompting Health Warnings

Heavy smoke from Canadian wildfires has spread across the US from the Great Lakes to the East Coast, causing hazardous air quality and urging residents to take precautions.

Jul 17, 2026, 2:05 AM ABC Australia News

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NSW Government Reviews Mental Health Care After Sydney Murder Charge

Corum Ash, released from a mental health hospital months prior, faces murder charges following the death of a Sydney grandfather, prompting urgent government review.

ABC Australia News | Jul 17, 2026, 1:13 AM

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Residents in WA's North Continue Recovery Months After Intense Cyclone Season

The Dampier Peninsula in Western Australia is still repairing damage from two cyclones that struck within a month during the 2025-26 wet season, with local businesses facing significant costs.

ABC Australia News | Jul 17, 2026, 12:24 AM

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Victorian Government Offers 28.3% Pay Raise to Teachers Amid Strike Threat

The Victorian government has proposed a significant pay increase to teachers, principals, and support staff, aiming to prevent a planned 24-hour strike on July 23, 2026.

ABC Australia News | Jul 16, 2026, 11:39 PM

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Trump Administration Revives Public Charge Rule Affecting Green Card Applicants

The policy allows immigration officers to deny green cards to migrants who use public benefits such as Medicaid, housing assistance, or food stamps.

The Hill | Jul 16, 2026, 10:59 PM

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Kyra Jonsun, Pioneering Surfboard Designer and Advocate, Dies in Wollongong House Fire

Kyra Jonsun, known for her innovations in surfboard design and advocacy for gender-diverse communities, died in a house fire in Coniston, Wollongong.

ABC Australia News | Jul 16, 2026, 10:40 PM

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Apollo Test Command Module Arrives in Sydney for Powerhouse Parramatta Exhibition

Boilerplate #1224, a crucial Apollo test command module, has been transported from Washington to Sydney for display, highlighting lessons learned from the Apollo 1 tragedy.

ABC Australia News | Jul 16, 2026, 9:52 PM

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ATO Faces Scrutiny Over $73.4 Million Move to New Adelaide Skyscraper

The Australian Taxation Office plans to relocate its Adelaide offices to Festival Tower Two, sparking debate over the $73.4 million fit-out cost and the necessity of leaving a relatively new building.

ABC Australia News | Jul 16, 2026, 8:54 PM

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Queensland Public Housing Evictions Triple Following New Behaviour Policy

Queensland's new policy targeting antisocial behaviour in public housing has led to a threefold increase in evictions within its first year.

ABC Australia News | Jul 16, 2026, 8:04 PM

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Angus Taylor Faces Two Major Challenges Amid Liberal Party Turmoil

Amid a demoralised Liberal Party, Angus Taylor struggles with public engagement and internal leadership gaps, complicating the party's position ahead of upcoming elections.

ABC Australia News | Jul 16, 2026, 7:14 PM

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Smoking Rates in Australia Hit Historic Low Amid Decline in Vaping

While fewer Australians are smoking and vaping, the use of multiple nicotine products is rising, raising concerns about overall nicotine consumption.

ABC Australia News | Jul 16, 2026, 7:10 PM

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Social Security Faces 22% Benefit Cut as Trust Fund Nears Depletion

With Social Security’s retirement trust fund expected to run dry by early 2033, a 22 percent cut in benefits looms for all recipients, raising urgent questions for the incoming Senate.

Reason | Jul 16, 2026, 6:34 PM

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Atmosphere Detected on Earth-Like Exoplanet LHS 1140 b, Raising Hopes for Habitability

Astronomers have discovered an atmosphere on the rocky exoplanet LHS 1140 b, located 49 light-years away, with models suggesting it may be a water world within its star's habitable zone.

ABC Australia News | Jul 16, 2026, 6:15 PM

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Protests Erupt in Ukraine Following Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov's Dismissal

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's second government reshuffle of 2026 sparks public outcry amid ongoing war with Russia.

ABC Australia News | Jul 16, 2026, 4:29 PM

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Australian Government Secures Continued PBS Listing for Key MS Drugs Amid Pricing Dispute

Health Minister Mark Butler confirms Ocrevus, Kesimpta, and Lemtrada will remain subsidised on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme while a rapid review is conducted.

ABC Australia News | Jul 16, 2026, 3:42 PM

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James Comer Proposes Legislation to Give Congress Veto Power Over D.C. Tax Increases

House Oversight Chairman James Comer introduced a bill requiring congressional approval for any new or increased taxes or fees passed by the D.C. Council.

Washington Times News | Jul 16, 2026, 3:34 PM

White House Suspends Trump’s Teleprompter Operator Over Speech Betting Allegations

Gabriel Perez, who has operated President Donald Trump’s teleprompter since 2016, is under investigation for allegedly using insider knowledge to win over $100,000 betting on the president’s speeches via the Kalshi prediction market.

Guardian US | Jul 16, 2026, 3:32 PM

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Melbourne Father 'Disgusted' by Proposed Charges in Laos Methanol Poisoning Deaths

Charges expected in Laos over a 2024 methanol poisoning incident that killed six tourists, including two Melbourne teenagers, have drawn strong criticism from victims' families.

ABC Australia News | Jul 16, 2026, 2:50 PM

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Magnitude-5.9 Earthquake Strikes New Zealand's South Island, Tsunami Warning Downgraded

A magnitude-5.9 earthquake hit near Te Anau on New Zealand's South Island, prompting an initial tsunami warning that was later cancelled, though strong coastal currents remain a concern.

ABC Australia News | Jul 16, 2026, 1:03 PM

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Disturbance at Perth’s Casuarina Prison Injures Officer and Causes Extensive Damage

A major incident involving about seven prisoners at Western Australia’s maximum-security Casuarina Prison resulted in significant damage and an injured prison officer.

ABC Australia News | Jul 16, 2026, 11:23 AM

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Red State Governors Criticize CNBC's 'Worst States to Live' Rankings Amid Population Growth

Republican governors challenge CNBC's quality-of-life rankings, citing U.S. Census data showing significant domestic migration to conservative states.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 11:00 AM

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Sydney Home Ownership Rate Drops to Lowest in 70 Years

New KPMG research reveals a significant decline in Sydney's home ownership rate, highlighting affordability challenges despite national housing market shifts.

ABC Australia News | Jul 16, 2026, 10:18 AM

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Woodside Seeks Identities of Activists Behind Perth Stink-Bomb Protest

Woodside Energy has initiated legal action to compel climate activists to reveal planners of a stink-bomb protest that evacuated its Perth headquarters in 2023.

ABC Australia News | Jul 16, 2026, 9:29 AM

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Brisbane Broncos Face Must-Win Clash Against NRL-Leading Penrith Panthers

The Broncos aim to end an eight-match losing streak as they attempt to keep their premiership hopes alive against the top-ranked Panthers in the 2026 NRL season.

ABC Australia News | Jul 16, 2026, 8:39 AM