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Live: Telcos ordered to make network outages public in real time
Telcos are ordered to maintain a real-time pubic register of any outages affecting their networks as the government scrambles to re-establish trust in the triple-0 system. Follow live. Source link
Russia's interest in Antarctic oil exposed after scientist's arrest
A document linked to the arrest of a scientist has raised questions about whether Russia has long-term ambitions to exploit oil resources in Antarctica, where mining is banned indefinitely. Source link
US officials descending on Israel spark claims of 'Bibi-sitting'
Some of the most senior officials from the US arriving in Israel has prompted some to re-imagine the phrase “Bibi-sitting” — and question the motive behind it. Source link
Israeli families wait for release of remaining hostages in Gaza
The father of one of the dead hostages still in Gaza says he does not trust Hamas’s assurances it is doing all it can to find and return the remains of Israelis. Source link
How a delayed news bulletin changed the Australian Paralympic movement
In the year 2000, few things would have pushed back the nightly ABC News bulletin. When a wheelchair race did, legendary broadcaster Karen Tighe knew the Paralympics had truly arrived in Australia. Source link
Japan asks army to cull bears after spike in fatal attacks
A record number of fatal attacks has prompted one regional leader to call for more help in dealing with the problem. Source link
Katy Perry, Justin Trudeau seen holding hands leaving Paris club
The pair’s public appearance on the pop singer’s 41st birthday has added fuel to growing speculation the two are in a relationship. Source link
Trump says he 'would love' third term but rules out vice-president run
US President Donald Trump has ruled out running for vice-president in 2028, which some supporters have suggested could see him circumvent a constitutional bar against serving a third term. Source link
Ten face trial accused of cyberbullying French president's wife Brigitte Macron
Ten people to go on trial over cyberbullying of French President Emmanuel Macron’s wife Brigitte Macron after they allegedly made “malicious” comments online spreading claims she is a man. Source link
Lithuania drafting plans to shut Belarus border after balloon disruptions
Lithuania has drawn up plans to shut its border crossings with Belarus indefinitely, after the capital’s airport was repeatedly disrupted by suspected sightings of balloons carrying contraband cigarettes. Source link