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Live: NRL Magic Round begins at Lang Park as Australia keeps coach
One of the biggest weekends on the NRL calendar begins tonight as Magic Round kicks off in Brisbane. Follow live. Source link
NSW cyber cops bust alleged bullion-buying BEC bandits
Tip from NAB identified suspect funds to buy gold. Source link
Government told to 'stop shelving' landmark Islamophobia report
The author of a landmark report on Islamophobia in Australia says the federal government is taking too long to act on the issue. Source link
Universities warn against Coalition plan to cut foreign student numbers
Universities are bracing for foreign student numbers to absorb the bulk of cuts under a Coalition migration plan, with experts warning skilled visas would be difficult to cull. Source link
Coalition tax plan could cost more than suggested in first few years
The Coalition’s plan to index tax brackets could cost $35 billion in the first four years, more than has been suggested, and $44 billion in one year alone in 2035-36. Source link
ABC boss Hugh Marks flags TV cuts as broadcaster pivots to new platforms
The ABC’s managing director says the public broadcaster’s biggest challenge is “stopping things” as he seeks to grow audiences on new platforms without increasing staff. Source link
Xi made a historical reference to give Trump a warning. What did it mean?
The US and China have been rivals for almost 80 years, but when the countries’ leaders met in Beijing on Thursday, Xi Jinping made reference to a far more ancient feud. Source link
Surge with handball or control by foot: AFL challengers make choices in 2026
An early review of the AFL season so far points to a split between two distinct styles, with one side making a case for being flag favourites by showing it can deliver both. Source link
Carlton interim coach Fraser pulls out of running for full-time role
Josh Fraser will lead Carlton for the remainder of the season after Michael Voss’s exit, but isn’t prepared to do the job full-time just yet. Source link
Israeli nationalists chant anti-Arab slogans in Jerusalem Day march
Thousands of Israeli nationalists, including young boys, join crowds chanting death threats towards Palestinians while marching through Jerusalem Old City. Source link