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Tuesday 16 June 2026
09:00
World news
Spanish households save €10 a month thanks to renewables expansion, report finds
Spain's expansion of renewable energy has led to significant savings for households, with the average family saving €10 per month on their electricity bills. A report by a Spanish thinktank attributes this decrease to the increased use of renewable energy…
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08:42
Australia news
‘Inadequate’: NSW police criticised for not getting out of cars after triple zero call reported woman being bashed
NSW police have been criticised for their response to a triple zero call reporting a woman being bashed on the night Lindy Lucena was killed in Ballina. An independent watchdog investigation found officers did not get out of their cars…
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08:00
Environment
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AI could help win ‘race against extinction’ of vital plants, say botanists
Botanists believe artificial intelligence can aid efforts to conserve vital plant species on the brink of extinction. The technology is being used to identify and classify new plant specimens, a process that was previously time-consuming and labor-intensive. This development is…
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07:57
Australia news
Birthkeeper hired by woman who died after freebirth tells inquest she was ‘not there to make a birth safer’
A coronial inquest is underway in Australia into the death of Stacey Warnecke, who died after giving birth at home without medical assistance. Warnecke had hired Emily Lal, a birthkeeper, to provide support during the freebirth. Lal was paid $6,000…
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07:44
World news
Tuesday briefing: How the UK’s military spending row exposes Starmer’s defence dilemma
The UK's military spending has sparked a row, highlighting Labour leader Keir Starmer's defence dilemma. Britain's military budget is set to increase, but Starmer faces pressure to clarify his party's stance on defence spending. The debate has raised questions about…
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07:23
Australia news
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RBA interest rates: Reserve Bank holds official cash rate at 4.35% as economy slows and unemployment rises
The Reserve Bank of Australia has maintained the official cash rate at 4.35%, citing a slowing economy and rising unemployment. This decision follows three consecutive rate hikes earlier this year. The RBA's move is seen as a cautious approach, balancing…
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07:17
Politics
‘Unbelievable’ waste and inefficiency at MoD, says ex-defence minister Al Carns
Former Defence Minister Al Carns has criticized the Ministry of Defence for "unbelievable" waste and inefficiency. Carns, who resigned last week, expressed frustration over the department's reluctance to address the sunk costs of legacy programmes. He argued that these outdated…
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07:10
World news
‘Beautiful moment’: fans of New Zealand and Iran draw on World Cup fervour together
New Zealand and Iran fans gathered at a bar in Wellington to watch their teams face off in the World Cup. Despite tensions between the two nations, the atmosphere was electric and festive. The crowd was evenly split, with both…
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07:00
Politics
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Division in UK probably worse now than in run-up to Brexit, says Kim Leadbeater
Labour MP Kim Leadbeater has expressed concern that division in the UK is now worse than in the run-up to Brexit. She made these comments on the eve of the 10th anniversary of her sister Jo Cox's murder. Jo Cox,…
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07:00
Environment
Half of world’s children exposed to at least three climate hazards, Unicef says
The United Nations Children's Fund (Unicef) reports that half of the world's children are exposed to at least three major climate hazards. These hazards include heatwaves, drought, and flooding. Unicef's analysis covers nearly every country, revealing that almost every child…
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07:00
Business
EV prices in UK and EU not likely to dive due to Chinese rivalry, says Xpeng boss
Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer Xpeng's boss, Brian Gu, has downplayed expectations of a price war in the UK and EU markets. Gu believes Chinese car firms will focus on competing on quality rather than price. This approach differs from the…
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06:30
Environment
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Country diary: A revelation among the ‘clints and grikes’ of my limestone seat | Mark Cocker
Mark Cocker's recent excursion to Wharfedale, Yorkshire, yielded a fascinating discovery. While tracking a wood warbler, he stumbled upon a unique land formation - limestone pavement. Characterized by 'clints and grikes', this geological feature is formed through the erosion of…
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06:19
Australia news
Grill’d burger chain sued over alleged greenwashing by consumer watchdog
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has launched federal court action against Grill'd, a popular burger chain, over its Tree Day Tuesday campaign. The ACCC alleges that Grill'd engaged in misleading or deceptive conduct by claiming to be environmentally…
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05:15
Australia news
‘Something is changing’: Sydney records warmest run of June days in more than a century
Sydney has recorded its warmest run of June days in over a century, with temperatures exceeding 20C for 10 consecutive days. This streak, which ended on Tuesday, is the longest since 1919. The city's average June temperature is typically around…
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05:07
World news
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Starbucks Korea to temporarily shut all stores for history lesson after bungled coffee promotion
Starbucks Korea will temporarily shut all its stores to provide employees with a history lesson. The move comes after a bungled coffee promotion sparked controversy and criticism. Employees will watch a recorded lecture on Korean history and cultural sensitivity. The…
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04:00
World news
‘Then the firing started’: the Soweto uprising remembered 50 years on
Today marks the 50th anniversary of the Soweto uprising, a pivotal event in South African history. On 16 June 1976, thousands of students in Soweto, a township near Johannesburg, protested against the imposition of Afrikaans as a language of instruction.…
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03:51
US news
Trump news at a glance: Long way to Friday and Iran peace deal signing
US President Donald Trump is set to sign a peace deal with Iran on Friday, a development that has been months in the making. The agreement has been described as a compromise, with many details yet to be disclosed. Critics…
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02:55
World news
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Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv’s allies push for peace at G7 summit in France
World leaders gathered at the G7 summit in France, where Ukraine's allies urged a unified stance against Russia's invasion. The US, UK, and EU members called on Donald Trump to reaffirm American support for Ukraine. They also pressed for increased…
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02:27
World news
Sri Lanka sees ‘alarming’ rise in cybercrime as scam networks relocate from south-east Asia
Sri Lanka is experiencing a significant increase in cybercrime, with experts warning of an "alarming" rise in online scams. Criminal networks, previously operating in south-east Asia, are relocating to the country due to its relatively lax regulations. The ease of…
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01:00
Australia news
It’s common to hear there’s ‘no money’ in healthcare. But sometimes it’s management that’s lacking | Ranjana Srivastava
Melbourne's Cohealth has been plagued by systemic problems for over a decade, a recent report has found. Despite clinicians raising concerns and offering solutions, these issues were left unaddressed. The report highlights a lack of effective management as a key…
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