Australian News

1. Trump's Tariffs and Australian Exemption:

   • Despite calls for an exemption, Donald Trump signed off on tariffs for steel and aluminium, but mentioned he will consider an exemption for Australia. 👉 au.news.yahoo.com 👉 7news.com.au
   • Anthony Albanese had a discussion with Donald Trump about a possible exemption from US tariffs on steel and aluminium. 👉 sbs.com.au
   • Trump called Albanese a ‘very fine man’ as he considers Australian tariffs exemption. 👉 theguardian.com

2. Sam Kerr Trial:

   • Sam Kerr is on trial in London for racially aggravated harassment against a police officer. 👉 abc.net.au
   • The defence claims the police conduct was "completely unacceptable". 👉 theguardian.com
   • Kerr awaits the jury's verdict in the racially aggravated harassment trial. 👉 9news.com.au 👉 7news.com.au
   • Sam Kerr was seen leaving court during the racially aggravated harassment trial. 👉 theguardian.com

3. Sydney Storms and Weather:

   • Severe storms threaten to impact NSW for a second day, with over 20 people rescued from floodwaters and thousands without power. 👉 au.news.yahoo.com
   • Sydney faces another severe thunderstorm with potential for large hail. 👉 abc.net.au 👉 9news.com.au
   • Heavy rainfall caused flooding in Sydney, with 52mm dumped in 60 minutes. 👉 9news.com.au
   • A Sydney cafe's furniture floated down the street during a downpour. 👉 theguardian.com

4. Housing and Cost of Living:

   • North Sydney residents are facing an 87% rate hike. 👉 abc.net.au 👉 9news.com.au 👉 9now.nine.com.au
   • A study finds that 73% of voters consider housing affordability to be a key issue. 👉 9news.com.au
   • Nearly 4 in 5 retired single women who rent are below the poverty line. 👉 abc.net.au

5. Super Bowl LIX:

   • Jordan Mailata savours becoming the first Aussie to win the Super Bowl. 👉 abc.net.au
   • The Philadelphia Eagles have won Super Bowl LIX, defeating the Kansas City Chiefs 40-22. 👉 abc.net.au
   • Taylor Swift was booed at the Super Bowl, and Donald Trump joined in the criticism. 👉 abc.net.au 👉 9news.com.au

6. World Affairs and Conflicts:

   • Hamas delays the release of more Israeli hostages until further notice. 👉 abc.net.au
   • Donald Trump says the US will "take over" and redevelop the Gaza Strip, relocating almost 2 million Palestinians. 👉 abc.net.au
   • There are fears that Trump's push to end the Ukraine war could end up rewarding Putin. 👉 abc.net.au

7. Health and Medical News:

   • Doctors pitch a plan to lift the bulk-billing rate to 85 per cent. 👉 abc.net.au
   • The NSW government is considering allowing nurses to prescribe MS-2 Step. 👉 abc.net.au
   • Australia lags on breast density reporting, potentially causing cancer to be missed. 👉 abc.net.au

8. Business and Finance:

   • Major banks agree to no regional branch closures until 2027. 👉 au.news.yahoo.com
   • Clean energy incentives clear the last hurdle, aiming to re-energise regions. 👉 au.news.yahoo.com
   • Star casino executives are accused of allowing 'illicit' activity to occur. 👉 abc.net.au

9. Technology and Social Media:

   • An e-Safety commissioner unleashes on Elon Musk, calling him an "unelected bureaucrat". 👉 abc.net.au
   • A tech weapon is being used in the war on vaping as the black market booms. 👉 au.news.yahoo.com
   • Major internet outage impacts thousands, with TPG Telecom citing a 'technical issue'. 👉 9news.com.au 👉 au.news.yahoo.com

10. Accidents and Emergency Incidents:

    • More than one battery fire is breaking out every day in NSW this month. 👉 abc.net.au
    • A man has died in a horrific incident involving a ride-on lawn mower near Rockhampton. 👉 7news.com.au
    • A woman was killed after a lightning strike hit a tree. 👉 abc.net.au

11. Indigenous Australians:

    • Closing the Gap success stories are being written by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. 👉 nitv.sbs.com.au
    • Labor has pledged $840 million towards improving service delivery in remote NT. 👉 nitv.sbs.com.au
    • Legendary musician and proud Bidjigal Elder Uncle Vic Simms dies aged 78. 👉 abc.net.au

12. Arts and Entertainment:

    • Bryan Adams fans were disappointed after a fatberg caused the Perth show cancellation. 👉 abc.net.au 👉 9news.com.au
    • Broadway smash Hadestown is taking Australians to the underworld and back. 👉 theguardian.com
    • Lucy Liu stars in a ghost story from the ghost's perspective. 👉 abc.net.au

13. Queensland Floods:

    • Flood-hit Queensland communities are facing a mammoth clean-up. 👉 9news.com.au
    • Police are searching for a man missing in Queensland floodwaters. 👉 9news.com.au
    • Authorities ready for the likelihood of more flooding in Queensland. 👉 abc.net.au

14. Science and Environment:

    • 'Science fiction': Incredible revelation about Earth's core. 👉 9news.com.au
    • Tropical cyclone Zelia brings high winds and rain to Western Australia. 👉 theguardian.com
    • K’gari is at risk of being ‘destroyed’ by overtourism, the world heritage advisory committee warns. 👉 abc.net.au

15. Crime and Legal Matters:

    • A man was charged over a Sydney teen's alleged knifepoint sexual assault. 👉 9news.com.au
    • A murder trial begins over teen stabbing death. 👉 9news.com.au
    • A family tells of their horror after a man was stabbed while walking home in a 'very rare' attack. 👉 9news.com.au

16. Other News:

    • Radio legend Philip Brady has passed away at age 85. 👉 9news.com.au
    • A bizarre scam sees more than 100 people turn up outside a Queensland couple's home. 👉 9news.com.au
    • Art experts are stunned by what was hiding under a Picasso painting. 👉 9news.com.au

17. Streaming and Media:

    • Streaming giant Paramount broadcast ads for offshore gambling company during A-League match. 👉 theguardian.com
    • Disney+ makes a big change in Australia as streaming wars heat up. 👉 9news.com.au

18. AFL News:

    • Dockers skipper Pearce ruled out of AFL Indigenous All Stars squad. 👉 abc.net.au
    • Mind-boggling details of AFL players’ contracts made public. 👉 7news.com.au

19. Regional News - Country WA town angered by 'despicable' suspected arsonist. 👉 abc.net.au - Country WA town angered by 'despicable' suspected arsonist. 👉 abc.net.au

20. Other sporting news

    • Demon leapfrogs Djokovic and Medvedev in huge rankings push. 👉 wwos.nine.com.au
    • Tedesco's classy response to latest Blues snub. 👉 wwos.nine.com.au

21. Other lifestyle News

    • I worked as a triple zero call-taker for six months. It hardened my heart and changed my view of humanity. 👉 theguardian.com
    • Are you and your partner in the 'roommate phase'?. 👉 abc.net.au
    • Why are these kids in Cyprus bringing used cooking oil to school?. 👉 abc.net.au
    • Can schools enforce uniform policies like short hair for boys and skirts for girls?. 👉 abc.net.au

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