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Latest news from the US with Karen Kasler
Statehouse News Bureau chief Karen Kasler joins Jim to discuss the latest news coming out of the US. Audio
Hong Kong fire came after contractor safety breaches, residents' revolt
Homeowners at the complex destroyed in the deadly fires were incorrectly told the contractor had a clean safety record.
Germany approves plan to boost military recruitment, as Europe counters Russia
The controversial bill to boost Germany's armed forces passed convincingly, but young people protested in more than 80 German cities.
Chernobyl nuclear plant protective shield damaged, UN agency says
Initial repairs were successful, but comprehensive restoration is needed to ensure nuclear safety.
Up to 10 NSW homes destroyed by bushfires
Australia's southeast is experiencing a dangerous wildfire day, with total fire bans and severe heatwave warnings across New South Wales.
Notorious child murderer von Einem dies in Adelaide
South Australia Premier Peter Malinauskas confirmed that von Einem died while serving a life sentence.
Large parts of Australia to pass 40C as heatwave hits
The first heatwave of the summer will reach its peak across New South Wales on Saturday.
What is the FIFA Peace Prize and why did Donald Trump win?
How the winner was chosen isn't exactly clear.
Ben Shattuck: The History of Sound
The History of Sound is the award-winning book by Ben Shattuck, set to hit the big screen this month with its highly anticipated film adaptation. Audio
American architect Frank Gehry dies at age 96
Gehry's most memorable and riotous creations often looked as if they had recently collapsed in an artistic manner.
Trump national security strategy calls for 'cultivating resistance' in Europe
The strategy centres on Trump's call for a "readjustment" of the US military presence in the Western Hemisphere.
Rassie Erasmus staying as Springboks head coach until 2031
The decorated head coach gets a four-year extension, giving him two more Rugby World Cups to aim for.
Lando Norris quicker than Max Verstappen in Abu Dhabi GP practice
McLaren's Formula One leader Lando Norris makes a perfect start to the title-deciding Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
US advisers scrap hepatitis B vaccine recommendation for most children
Disease experts say the move will reverse decades of public health gains.
Here's why phones might get pricier next year
Fancy cameras, giant screens and massive storage usually make smartphones more expensive. But next year, it's a routine component that might be boosting prices.
Netflix to buy Warner Bros Discovery in deal of the decade
The acquisition gives Netflix access to a vast film catalogue as well as the prestigious streaming service HBO Max.
Bougainville independence process enters 'final leg' amid lingering uncertainty
Representatives of Papua New Guinea and Bougainville held talks this week in Port Moresby over the future of the autonomous region's political status this week.
US strikes another boat in the Eastern Pacific, killing four
The strike comes as the Pentagon is facing criticism over an earlier attack on an alleged drug vessel in which the military fired follow-up strikes, killing surviving crew members.
US says Pentagon review sees opportunities to strengthen AUKUS submarine deal
The Pentagon has completed its review of the AUKUS project to provide Australia with nuclear-powered submarines and has found areas to put the deal on the "strongest possible footing," a US official…
FBI makes arrest in US capital pipe bomb investigation
He is suspected of planting pipe bombs in Washington the night before the January 6, 2021, assault on the Capitol by Trump supporters.