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Europe’s 5 options for Trump’s Greenland threats

By Ju Du and Oleksandr Shepotylo Europe has five options for responding to Trump’s Greenland threats. None of them look good. European negotiators believed they had
Read more 21 January 2026
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Toxic tattoo ink needs a rethink

Tattoo ink sold in Australia does not meet international safety standards and contains toxic metals and carcinogenic materials, according to a study published in the
Read more 21 January 2026
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Intriguing Tubular Bells to chime once more

One of history’s most intriguing musical success stories is returning to Australia this year, with ticket pre-sales starting today. Mike Oldfield’s iconic
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Anti-hate legislation passed - Newsreel

Anti-hate laws passed in Federal Parliament

Legislation to combat antisemitism, hate and extremism in the wake of the December 14 Bondi Beach shootings has been passed by Federal Parliament. The Combatting
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Back-to-school spend trend sparks alarm bells

Retailers say early trends in back-school shopping reflect a “worrying pattern” of consumer spending. The Australian Retailers Association (ARA) said back-to-school
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Tims sworn in as Deputy Commissioner

Queensland’s new Deputy Commissioner of Regional Operations John Tims was sworn into the state police service role this week. Deputy Commissioner Tims has served more
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Tips for helping kids to return to school and childcare.

Tips for transitioning kids into school and childcare

A leading education and childcare provider says families need to be patient with their children as they adapt to “new normals” over the next few weeks. While the
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Tips to avoid trans fats - Newsreel

How to reduce trans fats without cooking from scratch

By Emma Beckett Work is finished, and you’re tired and hungry. Maybe you’re rushing home or to daycare pickup. You know you should be cooking dinner from scratch
Read more 21 January 2026
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Households still try to ‘keep up with the Joneses’

The idea of “keeping up with the Joneses” is still deeply embedded in the Australian culture. A new survey, released today by the Salvation Army, found 45 percent of
Read more 21 January 2026
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New social housing complex at Chermside

A new 92-unit social and affordable housing complex at Chermside has been released for Queenslanders experiencing or at risk of homelessness, as well as essential
Read more 20 January 2026