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Thai king's eldest daughter dies after long illness
Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendira Debyavati, who had spent the past three and a half years in a coma due to a heart condition, is being remembered for her efforts to improve the livelihoods of female prisoners and her diplomatic career. Source link
Shakira kickstarts World Cup opening ceremony in Mexico City
The World Cup 2026 opens with a vibrant ceremony as Shakira, Andrea Bocelli and a cavalcade of Latino stars blend with Indigenous Mexican displays at the Estadio Azteca. Source link
The head injury that almost ended it all for Mexico's 'miracle' man
In 2020, Mexico World Cup goal scorer Raúl Jiménez was lying on the turf of the Arsenal Stadium receiving oxygen after fracturing his skull and injuring his brain. Source link
Late Socceroos great drives coach to 'do something extraordinary'
Australian soccer legend Johnny Warren once asked why Australia was content with just qualifying for a World Cup. Australia coach Tony Popovic is remembering that as he aims higher than ever before at the tournament. Source link
'Priceless' pieces of Cartier jewellery on display at Melbourne's NGV
Glittering tiaras and dazzling necklaces worn by Hollywood icons such as Elizabeth Taylor and Grace Kelly are featured in an exhibition at the National Gallery of Victoria in Melbourne. Source link
Roxane Gay and Channing Tatum join forces thanks to this Australian
It’s possible the ball may not have got rolling on Roxane Gay and Channing Tatum’s upcoming novel if it wasn’t for an Australian connection. Gay will appear at Vivid Sydney in a wide-ranging discussion. Source link
Tributes flow after shock death of Stawell Gift finalist Jemma Stapleton
A GoFundMe is set up for the family of Jemma Stapleton after the 25-year-old died while on holiday with family overseas. Source link
Socceroos vs Türkiye: How to watch Australia's World Cup opener
The Socceroos will face Türkiye in their first Group D match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Here’s everything you need to know. Source link
Live: ASX set for strong start after Wall Street rebounds
The ASX is set for a strong start after Wall Street rallied and oil prices tumbled. Follow the day’s events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog. Source link
Live: NDIS inquiry told 240,000 people to be 'exited' from scheme
A Senate inquiry into the government’s National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) changes has been told 240,000 people will be “exited” from the scheme. Follow live. Source link