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Melbourne Cup 2026 finishing order from first to last
Find out where every horse finished in the 166th Melbourne Cup.
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The latest world headlines from ABC Australia, Al Jazeera, Al Jazeera English (YouTube), The Guardian World, BBC World and more, updated every few minutes. Every story opens on the publisher's own site.
- Al Jazeera
Israeli soldiers arrest Al Jazeera journalist in Hebron raids
Israeli soldiers blindfolded, handcuffed and arrested Al Jazeera correspondent Montaser Nassar during a raid on his home
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- ABC Australia
How today's RBA rate hike affects your hip pocket
Mortgage borrowers are likely to feel the sting of the RBA's latest cash rate rise, but savers and overseas travellers will also see the effects.
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- Al Jazeera English (YouTube)
Israeli soldiers arrest Al Jazeera journalist in Hebron raids | AJ Shorts
- BBC World
US strikes Iran ahead of midterm elections
US officials described the attacks on Qeshm Island as limited and defensive, according to CBS, the BBC's US partner.
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- ABC Australia
Breaking: RBA lifts interest rates to highest level in 18 years to try to dampen inflation
RBA lifts interest rates to highest level in 18 years, in majority decision by RBA board.
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- BBC World
Supreme Court rejects Trump's request to stop California counting disputed votes
The ruling, which comes on the eve of the midterm elections, essentially ends the Trump administration's bid to disqualify the ballots in the state.
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- The Guardian World
RBA interest rates: Reserve Bank hikes cash rate for fifth time this year in blow to mortgage holders
Reserve Bank of Australia increases official cash rate to 4.85%, bringing it to highest level since 2008 RBA interest rates live updates: Reserve Bank cash rate decision Get our daily political email , free app or daily news podcast The Reserve Bank has hiked rates for the fifth time this year,…
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- ABC Australia
WA minister says misogynistic abuse hasn't eased since Helen Haines incident
WA's women's interests minister says she has "never seen such hatred and vitriol" in politics as she reveals some of the vile abuse she and her staff face.
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- The Guardian World
‘Trying to get back into a positive mindset’: court hears voice notes Beau Lamarre-Condon sent day after alleged murders
Recordings from police officer to man he’d met on dating app include one in which Lamarre-Condon states: ‘I’m in bed … not feeling the best’ Beau Lamarre-Condon said he was trying to “get back into a positive mindset” in voice notes he sent in the days after he allegedly killed two men in a Sydney…
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- The Guardian World
US reportedly strikes Iran’s Qeshm Island as Vance voices optimism about a deal
Iranian state media reported the sound of explosions on the island in the strait of Hormuz, coming on the eve of crucial US midterms The US launched limited strikes on Iran’s Qeshm Island late on Monday, according to reports in US media, hours after US vice-president JD Vance said he was…
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- ABC Australia
CanTEST detects 'powerful' veterinary sedative in drugs for the first time
The ACT's public drug-checking facility CanTEST warns benzodiazepines bought on the black market are testing positive for other dangerous substances.
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- Sky News World
US carries out 'limited strikes' on Qeshm Island in Iran
The US military has carried out "limited strikes" on Qeshm Island in Iran - hours before the midterms are due to take place.
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- ABC Australia
Teacher tells inquest of grief after jumping castle tragedy
A teacher who taught some of the young victims of the 2021 jumping castle tragedy in Tasmania has told an inquest about the day of the heartbreaking incident and how much their deaths affected his life.
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- ABC Australia
Andrew Scott and Brendan Fraser butt heads in this stormy WWII drama
Adelaide-born filmmaker Anthony Maras found unexpected connections when he started making the WWII weather drama Pressure, starring Andrew Scott as Captain James Stagg.
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- ABC Australia
Aviation watchdog delivers early report into double fatal Logan plane crash
Barambah Organics founder Ian Campbell and his daughter Hannah died when a plane they were travelling in crashed in a field in Stockleigh, south of Brisbane.
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- ABC Australia
Retired army veteran accused of firing golf ball at passing car
A 66-year-old retired veteran is granted bail after allegedly firing a projectile at a car near his home in country Victoria.
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- ABC Australia
US official confirms strikes on Iranian targets in Strait of Hormuz
The strikes, which appeared to be limited as opposed to a full return to hostilities, came on the eve of crucial American midterm elections.
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- France 24
US strikes Iran's Qeshm Island as Trump signals progress in talks
The United States reportedly struck Iran's Qeshm Island on Monday, even as President Donald Trump signalled progress in negotiations with Tehran to end the eight-month-old conflict. The reported attack was the latest in a series of limited strikes Washington has secretly carried out in recent weeks.
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- BBC News (YouTube)
Shop freezers in seven European countries hit by cyber-attack | BBC News
- Al Jazeera
US urges Venezuela to follow phased plan for democratic transition
This comes as leading opposition leader returns to Venezuela and hints at criticism of Trump administration.
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- Al Jazeera
Explosions hit Iran’s Qeshm Island as US media report US strikes in Hormuz
Several explosions heard in Qeshm Island and Bandar Lengeh as US media say the US military had carried out the strikes.
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- ABC Australia
This Samoan superman is the World Cup's greatest comeback story
A year where Ronald Volkman thought he'd barely play first grade will end with the Samoan spark plug taking on the might of Australia in a Rugby League World Cup semifinal.
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- Reuters (YouTube)
Some voters in New Hampshire say they'll split their midterm tickets
- Al Jazeera
Thousands displaced as homes are bulldozed in India’s Assam state
Hundreds of homes have been bulldozed in the Dhubri district of Assam state in northeastern India.
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- Al Jazeera
US lawmakers ask Trump administration to stop deportation of Afghans
At least 150 Afghans are facing deportation to Pakistan and on to Afghanistan.
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- Al Jazeera English (YouTube)
Thousands displaced as homes are bulldozed in India’s Assam state | AJ #shorts
- ABC Australia
North Korea denies role in Binance heist as customers withdraw billions
Pyongyang says allegations linking North Korea to the biggest crypto heist in history are "nothing new" from the US.
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- ABC Australia
Ditching the shame as a sex worker living with a disability
I have a genetic connective tissue disorder, which makes everyday activities difficult. In my unconventional body, I chose unconventional work — sex work.
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- BBC World
Man and boy arrested after allegedly attacking One Nation volunteer with baseball bat in Australia
The incident comes amid growing calls for the temperature of political debate in Australia to be turned down.
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- ABC Australia
David Jones facing 'alarming' financial speculation just before Christmas
Iconic department store David Jones is being forced to defend its future viability, as the Australian retailer faces speculation about store closures and disgruntled suppliers.
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- Sky News World
British troops will be allowed to fire at Russian forces if attacked during multinational mission
British troops will be allowed to fire back at Russian forces if attacked as part of a multinational mission to secure any future peace in Ukraine, Western officials have said.
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- ABC Australia
Lindsay Clancy lawyer urges judge to dismiss case or put it back on trial
Lindsay Clancy's defence lawyers have argued her murder case should be dismissed, or a new trial date set for next year.
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- Al Jazeera English (YouTube)
Russian air strikes kill at least 26 in Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia region
- DW News (YouTube)
Instead of fighting, the president reflects | DW News
- France 24
European force to hold first Ukraine support exercise in Poland
Around 2,800 troops from 10 European countries will take part in a military exercise in southeastern Poland from November 9 to 22, testing a multinational force designed to support Ukraine after a potential ceasefire. Led by France and Britain, the force aims to bolster Ukraine's security without…
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- The Guardian World
RBA interest rates live: Reserve Bank of Australia meeting today before cash rate decision and announcement – latest news
Reserve Bank is expected to raise interest rates to an 18-year high on Tuesday, the fifth hike this year Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Asked why Labor can’t guarantee it won’t find net savings in the mid-year budget update, Chalmers told RN the government is…
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- ABC Australia
Shadow health minister sponsoring access for gambling group boss
Ministers are sponsoring lobbyists seeking to influence them directly and the shadow health minister is sponsoring her former chief of staff, who now heads the peak gambling lobby group, the first glimpse of lobbyist access to federal MPs reveals.
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- ABC Australia
Trump's not on the ballot so what does he have to do with the midterms?
Voters may treat the midterm elections as a referendum on Donald Trump's presidency and could determine how much power he has for the rest of his term.
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- ABC Australia
Torrens-to-Darlington labour company's contract terminated
The South Australian government has confirmed the Torrens to Darlington Alliance, tasked with delivering the $15.4 billion road upgrade, has cancelled its contract with Career Boss.
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- Al Jazeera English (YouTube)
Malaysia: A second chance after death penalty reform | 101 East #shorts
- BBC World
North Korea denies being behind record $6.3bn Binance hack
US government agencies and cyber analysts have blamed Pyongyang for the record-breaking heist.
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- ABC Australia
Museum jobs set to go as Launceston council looks to save $1.9m
The northern Tasmanian council is cutting 10 full-time equivalent roles as it tries to find savings.
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- France 24
Russian strikes kill 26 in Ukraine after longest ceasefire ends
Russia killed at least 26 people in strikes on a village in southern Ukraine on Monday, including civilians collecting humanitarian aid, emergency workers and police officers. The attack came hours after a rare ceasefire ended, extinguishing hopes of progress towards peace.
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- Al Jazeera
Multiple Russian strikes kill at least 26 at Ukraine aid centre
At least 26 people were killed in Russian strikes on a school being used as a humanitarian aid centre.
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- Reuters (YouTube)
Election Night Guide: The races that will decide Senate control
- Al Jazeera English (YouTube)
Multiple Russian strikes kill at least 26 at Ukraine aid centre | AJ Shorts
- The Guardian World
Russian bombing of Ukrainian aid centre kills at least 26, Kyiv says
Ukrainian president Zelenskyy says attack on aid hub was ‘vile’ and shows Russia does not want to de-escalate Russia on Monday bombed an aid distribution centre and neighbouring shelter in southern Ukraine, killing at least 26 people, Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy and the country’s…
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- ABC Australia
Animal welfare advocates criticise greyhound racing's return to NSW track
Greyhound racing has returned to Lithgow after a multi-million-dollar redevelopment of the track, but animal welfare groups say the upgrade will not stop dogs dying at the circuit.
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- Reuters (YouTube)
Learjet showed signs of breaking up before crash, officials say
- Al Jazeera
Trump makes final midterms pitch at Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool
US President Donald Trump urged supporters to turn out ahead of Election Day
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- Al Jazeera English (YouTube)
Trump makes final midterms pitch at Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool
- Reuters (YouTube)
Trump touts reflecting pool renovations ahead of midterms
- Al Jazeera
Ebola outbreak kills more than 5,300 people in DR Congo
The Bundibugyo strain has spread to Kenya and Uganda, while two in Nigeria returned negative results.
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- CBC World
Finland says its national teams won't play against Russia in hockey tournaments
The Finnish Ice Hockey Association said Monday its national teams won't play against Russia in international tournaments as long as the war in Ukraine is ongoing.
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- ABC Australia
NASA's Swift telescope predicted to plummet back to Earth tomorrow
After plans to save it failed, NASA's Swift telescope is hurtling back to Earth. Here's how to keep track of it.
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- BBC News (YouTube)
Countdown to US midterms: What will the results mean? | BBC News
- The Guardian World
Man and boy arrested after One Nation volunteer allegedly attacked with baseball bat in Victoria
Police confirm arrest of 37-year-old and 14-year-old boy over alleged assault outside Torquay home on Sunday night A man and boy have been arrested after a One Nation volunteer was allegedly attacked with a baseball bat outside his home on Victoria’s Surf Coast. Police on Tuesday confirmed they…
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- ABC Australia
Man charged with kidnapping and weapons offences in Far North Queensland
A 34-year-old man is charged with 20 offences, including deprivation of liberty and torture, after allegedly assaulting a woman and forcing her into a vehicle.
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- Al Jazeera English (YouTube)
Multiple Russian strikes kill at least 26 at Ukraine aid centre | AJ Shorts
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