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Current Affairs

NOVEMBER 2015

Kate Malonyay was murdered by her ex. Then he got a military funeral.
Daniel Macpherson and Zoe Ventoura got married. And, of course, they looked incredible.
Legendary landlord gives the perfect Christmas gift.
Former-teammates perform a heartbreaking haka at Jonah Lomu's funeral.
The man who committed a terrorist act against women this weekend.
Australia's premiere "bad bitch" is not happy with Taylor Swift.
What happened to Australian surfers Dean Lucas and Adam Coleman?
The only people in the world who know what the kids of the Paris attack victims are feeling.
Bindi Irwin gets asked whether she farted on live TV. (Spoiler: She didn't.)
Monday's news in under 5 minutes.
Princess Charlotte released from hiding. Rocks cardigan, no tiara.
Taylor Swift made this little Australian girl's wish come true.
"The moment that gave me hope for multiculturalism in Australia."
Hail storm damages hospital at Lismore in NSW, roof of maternity ward collapses.
Chrissy Teigen faces backlash after donating money to Planned Parenthood.
There's a horse sex crisis in Switzerland.
Dangerous toys you should avoid buying your kids this Christmas.
"I watched a crime being committed and did nothing about it."
One dead, 69 arrested at music festival.
Sunday's news in under 5 minutes.
Three dead, several more injured following shooting at Planned Parenthood.
Sam Frost tells police she was "threatened" by a photographer.
She danced in a pub toilet with a bin on her head. Does she deserve your sympathy?
Woman says she doesn't want children. Now she needs protection.
Saturday's news in under 5 minutes.
Andy Lee joins Hugh Jackman in a tap-dance. And it's pretty great.
The most talked about moments from the 2015 ARIA Music Awards.
Lisa Wilkinson does 'Horses' better than Daryl Braithwaite.
Abortion clinic protest buffer zone law passes Victorian Upper House.
'This December, I'll be losing a kidney and my son Harrison will be gaining one.'
The Eagles of Death Metal recount their stories of being inside the Bataclan Theatre.
Friday's news in under 5 minutes.
Why a Liberal MP refused to give a standing ovation for Rosie Batty.
Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull denies Tony Abbott leading an 'insurgency' against his leadership.
We can't just "raise awareness" about DV. We must take action.
Thursday's News in 20 Tweets.
Teen who killed baby son was "too damaged" to help.
Three women fled their homes to fight for ISIS. Now there is one.
Amanda Vanstone on Bindi Irwin: 'She's not the only kid whose father died.'
"None of us thought that this would ever happen."
The silent promise all women need to make today.
Hello. It's Adele and Jimmy Fallon rocking her song with classroom instruments.
“Three sisters being diagnosed with cancer in the space of five or six weeks, it’s unheard of.”
The world's next wellness guru? HRH Kate Middleton.
Mallala bushfire: Pigs burned alive, woman trampled by horse as terrified residents flee SA blaze.
Thursday's news in under 5 minutes.
The latest role model making us feel okay about ourselves is a mum in “badass” undies.
Karl Stefanovic - The number one story this year has been terrorism.
Two people have died tonight in bushfires raging through South Australia.
Wednesday's news in 20 Tweets.
Hitting Home: The hard truth about Australia's domestic violence crime wave.
Play School has announced a brand new host.
Bindi gets emotional when her partner surprises her with a photo of her Dad. Get the tissues ready.
Two of Australia's funniest women just got their own show on the ABC.
'What every Australian man needs to know about domestic violence.'
Liberal MP Sarah Henderson makes emotional plea to break 'cycle' of domestic violence after friend's death.
PROOF: You didn't miss your delivery... The deliveryman didn't even try.
Wednesday's news in under 5 minutes.
The brave little girl fighting breast cancer at the age of just 8.
Downing of Russian jet over Syria "stab in the back by terrorist accomplices": Putin
Glitter beards are a thing. And they are bloody amazing.
Tuesday's news in 20 Tweets.
What does $350 a week get you in each Australian capital city?
Game of Thrones: Is this the answer to Jon Snow's fate?
Where in the world is Taylor Swift?
Bill Shorten is the most unpopular Labor leader in a decade. Meanwhile, Malcolm Turnbull turns water into wine.
Belgians flood social media with cats in response to police request.
Tuesday's news in under 5 minutes.
Believe in Bendigo: Businesswoman Margot Spalding leads campaign to fight anti-mosque 'hate'.
‘Childless Aussies shouldn’t have to pay for other people’s “bundles of dribble”.’ One senator's epic rant…
These mothers forgot their babies in hot cars. They were fatal failures of memory, not of love.
Brussels couple captured tying the knot on deserted streets during terror lockdown.
A 14-year-old boy survived a skydiving accident thanks to his instructor's final, selfless act.
The List: Everything you want to know about Adele.
Woman faked pregnancy for 9 months before allegedly cutting a friend's baby from her womb.
Thank you: A tribute to Adele Horin.
Paris survivor Emma Parkinson: 'A woman said they were going to kill us all.'
Uber could be legal in NSW by Christmas. But will it still be cheap?
Baby in coma after suffering serious burns and head injuries in attack; mother's de facto partner charged.
Cate Blanchett: 'We had been planning to adopt for 14 years.'
Monday's news in under 5 minutes.
Girl, 5, stabbed multiple times outside apartment building in Ballarat; man arrested.
Why Stephanie Rice and Leisel Jones aren't friends anymore.
Malcolm Turnbull: "Domestic violence takes many forms."
"Cut the crap and get on with the business of being truly productive."
‘At 27, I was diagnosed with cervical cancer. Three days later, I had my fallopian tubes removed.’
BREAKING: Sea World evacuated as fire roars across the Gold Coast.
A Brisbane mum has pleaded with Julie Bishop to bring home her abducted children.
Saturday's news in under 5 minutes.
At least 21 people are dead after an attack on a Radisson Hotel in Mali.
Forget shorts: Richard Glover wore a skirt to work.
Hey penis-owners! Do not send Debra Messing dick pics. Just don't.
Michael & Kyly Clarke have named their new daughter.
A suspected asylum seeker boat has been intercepted near Christmas Island.
What a waste. Indonesia announces moratorium on executions six months after shooting Andrew Chan and Myuran Sukumaran.
Someone made a life-size cake of Prince George. And it's terrifying.
Potato scallop vs potato cake: which side are you on?
Friday's news in under 5 minutes.
The Sydney woman who made us rethink the phrase: "Do we really want these kinds of people here?"
The suspected organiser of the Paris attacks has been killed.
Hero firefighter saves baby from burning building. It's the best news you'll read all day.
What a stuff-up: The joke that should never have been printed.
The band onstage during the Paris Attacks pays tribute to victims.
Annabel Crabb deserves a hug, not abuse, for humanising our politicians.
Family daycare centre being investigated after baby died.
Overnight developments in Paris: reports the mastermind of the attacks "killed" and second terror cell neutralised.
Thursday's news in under 5 minutes.
The man responsible for killing 132 people is not a "mastermind".
LISTEN: Amanda Keller tries to keep her cool under extreme fire on radio this morning.
An adult film star is suing Josh Duggar for assault.
A Sydney man is accused of pouring bleach down his partner's throat.
Two female suicide bombers have carried out an attack in Nigeria.
Adele's album was under wraps for two years, but days from the big release it has been leaked.
Aussie Victoria’s Secret beauty Bridget Malcolm begs for an end to the ‘skinny shaming’.
Today's news in 20 Tweets.
Several suspected terrorists killed in Paris terror raids and three others arrested.
Police evacuate Sydney building amidst claims of a gunman on the premises.
WA bushfires: German backpackers, farmer believed killed in Esperance blaze.
Lena Dunham on how an endometriosis diagnosis made her sane again.
Spare a thought for the people that make the news in times like these.
Charlie Sheen reportedly uses lambskin condoms. But what are they?
8-year-old boy charged with murder after babysitting 5 kids.
The perfect response to the Paris terror attacks.
Antoine Leiris lost his wife in the Paris attacks, but has vowed to not give her killers the satisfaction of his hatred.
Waleed Aly gave the speech Turnbull should have.
Kendall and Kylie Jenner are in Sydney and their social diary is FULL, guys.
The first Charlie Hebdo cover since the Paris attacks is here.
Crikey! Bindi Irwin crowd surfs her way into Dancing With the Stars finale.
Wednesday's news in under 5 minutes.
Breaking: passenger restrained after allegedly trying to enter the cockpit of a US bound flight from London.
Charlie Sheen's ex says he never told her he was HIV positive.
Waleed goes global.
Russian President confirms "terror act" brought down Russian plane in Egypt.
Spaghetti Monster church member wins right to wear colander in US licence photo.
A fraught mother’s plea for whooping cough vaccination is very persuasive.
"When do I tell my kids their mums couldn’t get married?"
Did any of Charlie Sheen's former partners know he was HIV positive?
Why are we still listening to Pauline Hanson?
What I learned from Kris Jenner's parenting advice.
The white blouse that sold out in 4 hours.
Waleed Aly: “ISIL is weak… and they don’t want you to know it.”
"My infant died in the care of a stranger, when he should have been with me."
"Why I am picking a fight with the world's toughest woman."
She was filmed yelling "I'm pregnant" as she dangled by her fingers
The husband of a 9/11 heroine is protesting against Caitlyn Jenner's Glamour award.
Malcolm Turnbull is smashing it in the opinion polls.
Snezana posts a picture of herself eating a snack to Instagram. All hell breaks loose.
The Gold Coast teen who cried for help but no one came.
Tuesday's news in under 5 minutes.
These are faces of the Paris attacks we should be sharing.
Susan Carland: 'ISIS are no friends to Muslims.'
Watch this man take down two CNN journalists on vilifying Islam.
ISIS 'mastermind' behind atrocity that killed 132 is revealed.
WATCH: Sydney bus driver and a passenger get into a brawl.
"My 16-year-old daughter was supposed to be in Paris, but she never made it."
What is stressing our kids? Young Australians in their own words.
132 people died. But many more did not, thanks to these nameless heroes.
Today's news in 20 Tweets.
Why people are sharing a beautiful scene from Casablanca.
REVIEW: Spectre would be a fitting, if strange, end to James Bond.
Why is school not working for so many young people?
Who is responsible if you have an accident in an Airbnb rental?
Paris attacks: Australian man recounts desperate escape from terrorists in Bataclan theatre with 12yr son
'My wife had postnatal depression & couldn't leave the house.'
Last night's Princess Mary biopic was absolutely priceless.
"This is not Islam. The ideology of terrorists is hate."
There will be no flight longer than the one an Australian mother is taking right now.
France drops 20 bombs on Islamic State's Syria stronghold Raqqa
Monday's news in under 5 minutes.
Karl Stefonovic is caught up in a panicked Paris crowd.
The first terrorist behind the Paris attacks has been named.
Paris attacks: Australian Emma Parkinson recovering after being shot in hip
Man plays 'Imagine' outside Bataclan theatre in moving Paris tribute.
Timeline: The discovery of Tiahleigh Palmer's body and investigation into her suspected murder.
Fleeing France: "I had to do everything I could to keep my children safe."
Some well-known parents on their first experience with alcohol and why it’s different for kids these days.
How you can help victims of the Paris attacks, no matter where you are.
Polina Buckley's desperate search for her boyfriend ended in heartbreak.
The French flag is now flying above the Sydney Harbour Bridge.
"It was just a Friday night at a rock show, then they started shooting."
An Australian woman has been injured in the Paris attacks.
How Australia is showing support for Paris.
A NCIS star has tweeted about being assaulted by a homeless man.
Beautiful: The people of Paris show the world they will not be defeated.
How to talk to your kids about the terror attacks in Paris.
Meet Holly Holm: The woman who defeated Ronda Rousey.
UPDATE: What we know so far about the Paris terror attacks.
Saturday's news in under 5 minutes.
A "womanising" high-profile Hollywood actor has HIV.
David Hasselhoff says he has officially changed his name.
Parents of a bride-to-be died two days before her wedding.
Why are we so obsessed with Julie Bishop’s role in Tony Abbott's ousting?
"Did you forget your wheelchair???" The vigilante parking police are at it again.
Judge dismisses lawsuit against Taylor Swift using Taylor Swift lyrics.
Ronda Rousey's uneasy relationship with feminism.
Friday's news in under 5 minutes.
The elderly couple who called police because they were 'desperately' lonely.
“I am now on a mission, justice WILL be done, the system is f****d. No more innocent loved ones need to die”
Proof that arguments against female sport are utterly ridiculous.
The thing you never wanted to know about Ray Martin. Warning: it involves the sex.
A Victoria’s Secret model shuts down reporter for “stupid” question about food.
What we learn from a chimp mum caring for her Down Syndrome baby.
It's here! Take the first look at 'My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2'.
Bigger, fatter, more wedding-y: My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2.
World Pneumonia Day is the perfect reminder that so many devastating conditions are vaccine preventable.
Susan Carland is donating $1 for every vile tweet she receives. There are a lot.
Reese Witherspoon gives stunning speech about female ambition.
"When you bulk buy and sell baby formula for profit you are taking food out of a baby's mouth."
Student jailed for raping man by using fake Facebook profile in sex hoax.
Thursday's news in under 5 minutes.
Boy with autism died after "being strapped to a chair, given a cold shower and left to sleep upright in a garden shed."
Tropfest cancelled due to lack of funding
Nick Cave heartbroken over death of their "beautiful, loving, happy boy".
Toddler pulled unconscious from family day care pool dies in hospital.
Alanis Morissette rewrites the lyrics to 'Ironic' and it's hilarious.
The new movie Suffragette is under attack - but is that fair?
The Victoria's Secret Fashion Show is happening NOW.
Yes, there's a baby formula shortage. But experts warn: don't make your own.
The first Star Wars fan to see "The Force Awakens" dies at 32.
"Behave yourself!" a knife-wielding Camilla warns Prince Charles.
"I don't think people understand how brutal CPR is and how brutal resuscitating someone is."
'How my son turned into a terrorist.'
Police scour Pimpana River for clues on Tiah Palmer's killer.
Wednesday's news in under 5 minutes.
Barack Obama joins Facebook, nails his first post.
Nick Cave's 15-year old son Arthur took LSD before falling to his death.
A woman is live-tweeting her period to the Prime Minister.
'Watching my father die was the most shocking experience of my life.'
Kevin Rudd on The Project. His new job, right-wing nut jobs and trade union thugs.
CHEAT SHEET: All the questions you want answered about Myanmar's election - and why it matters.
Gluten intolerant? Consider an injection of hookworm larvae...
Behind the scenes at the Victoria's Secret casting: It's all long limbs, big smiles, and tears.
There's a battle brewing in Australian supermarkets. And it's all to do with baby formula.
A long time coming: Aung San Suu Kyi poised for victory in Myanmar.
If anyone deserves to be celebrating life with a naked picture, it's Pamela Anderson.
Dannii Minogue pays tribute to former X-Factor contestant Nathaniel O'Brien.
James Lehane on losing his wife, Andrea, in a hit-run. "It’s like half of me, and my life, is just gone.”
Tuesday's news in under 5 minutes.
Former AFL star charged with attempted murder of his partner.
15,000 kids go to bed every night without someone reading them a bedtime story.
Is it ever alright to help someone die?
Carrie Bickmore is launching a foundation to help find a cure for brain cancer.
'Baby boom' could see politicians allowed to breastfeed in Parliament.
Drama strikes again at Wedding Cake Rock.
A father and son are fighting to be allowed to marry. But it’s not as strange as it sounds.
If 'S plates' for seniors are going to be a thing, there are a few others we'd like suggest.
'For $3500, 'Jack' says he can sit your exam. For $5000, he’ll do an entire subject.'
Horrific home video captures the moment a young boy was strangled by a window blind cord.
5 things you need to know about the airport strike.
Rural communities warned to chlorinate after waterborne brain-eating parasite kills three children.
They said "you're going to die": A school captain's heartbreaking speech.
X-Factor star Nathaniel O’Brien has died in a car accident.
She was at McDonalds on her way to school and then she was gone
Landslide victory appears to be set for Aung San Suu Kyi in Myanmar election.
'We were able to hold it together": Cocaine bust strengthened marriage, say Geoff and Sara Huegill.
Now Gavin Rossdale reckons Gwen Stefani's the cheater.
The letter we all wish we'd received at age 13.
Monday's news in under 5 minutes.
60 Minutes: A love story from the Cronulla Riots.
Britney Spears' biggest hit wasn't supposed to be sung by her.
Jessa Duggar rushed to hospital after home birth.
'Dear Lorna Jane: I am fat. I am not dying.'
Australia's baby formula shortage. Where's it all gone?
Sunday's news in under 5 minutes.
Things you didn't know about female jockeys in Australia.
Celebs pull out all the stops for the last day of Spring Racing.
Christine Anu leaps to Jess Mauboy's defence following Melbourne Cup drama.
The case of one refugee has forced us to face the uncomfortable truth about late abortion.
Two model mums. Two very different post-baby body photos.
Tanya Plibersek: We must act on climate change to help our Pacific neighbours.
JonBenet Ramsey's father: 'We tried to shield our son'.
Body of young girl located at Pimpama River has been confirmed as 12 year old Tiahleigh Palmer.
Missing mother, baby show up at hospital after woman charged with child stealing.
Has a superstar footballer just taught us a lesson about parenting?
The 39 steps to being a 'real' lady in 2015. Apparently.
What happens when male athletes are asked about what they're wearing.
#CoverTheAthlete campaign calls for equal media coverage for female sports stars.
What Emma Watson said that inspired Malala Yousafzai.
Some very happy news for Kym Valentine after a rough few years.
Sydney nurse who took explicit photo of patient under anaesthetic still practicing in NSW.
She stripped at Oaks Day & has 'absolutely no regrets'.
Mark Latham reckons Melbourne Cup winning jockey Michelle Payne shouldn’t have called out the chauvinists.
Instagram stars claim their lives are not faked on social media.
Women aren't delaying motherhood because they want more shoes.
We asked an aviation expert what he thinks happened to Metrojet Flight 7K9268.
Tanya Plibersek on the story behind Bill Shorten's spectacular dad dancing.
Brothers! Michelle Payne's brother sledges her on national television.
The morning after the Melbourne Cup ... WHAT WAS I THINKING??
Woman learns never post a selfie of a winning ticket on Facebook.
Rosie Waterland was right! Osher is locked in a dungeon.
He posted her details to an adult website. And men started coming to her door.
Jessica Mauboy reveals why she didn't sing the anthem at yesterday's Melbourne Cup.
Essena, It's time to step away from the internet.
Erin Molan soaked by sprinklers just before live cross.
Mama June says her family is returning to reality TV "very soon".
Child abuse royal commission: Brisbane Grammar School principal asked if alleged victim's father would go to police.
Not everyone agrees with Ronda Rousey's latest sex advice.
Mark Bouris' son found not guilty of assaulting girlfriend.
Thursday's news in under 5 minutes.
Police manhunt after four men gang rape a teenage girl.
Pups vs porcupine: Canadian farmer crowdfunds treatment for dogs after brush with spiky friend.
Peter Dutton handed 4 refugee families their Australian visas. And they're pretty happy about it.
David Attenborough narrates Adele's new video. Gold.
Why Michelle Payne's Melbourne Cup win is all about gender.
Every outfit worth knowing about from Melbourne Cup.
Richie's selfies with Sam lookalikes and bro huddles... The Bachelors at the Races.
Does Michelle Bridges seriously sleep beneath a portrait of herself?
Every outfit worth knowing about from Melbourne Cup.
"It's a hoax": friends of Instagram star Essena say there's another side to the story.
Bali bombings doctor with PTSD refused income protection.
'Depression didn't kill him': Robin Williams' widow opens up.
Wednesday's news in under 5 minutes.
Four y/o Summer died after being sent home 3 times from hospital.
Michelle Payne's beautiful brother Stevie, her "blessing".
"This week Essena O'Neill quit social media. And I am glad."
UPDATE: Red Cadeaux sustained a bad injury but 'looks happy.'
The video every teen using social media needs to see. Now.
Annette Mason cold case: Forensic boss says new forensic evidence makes murder 'solvable'.
UPDATE: More truth bombs from Leah Remini. Tom Cruise hosts strange celebrity hide-and-seek parties.
Gold Coast couple found dead at home being treated as a murder-suicide.
Last year, his horse died at the Melbourne Cup. Today, Zac Purton rides to honour Admire Ratki.
There are six kinds of people betting on The Cup today.
Tuesday's news in under 5 minutes.
Another hospital newborn mix-up and this time the baby was breastfed by the wrong mother for two-hours.
Man who jumped into Logan river with baby son while high jailed for manslaughter.
The Block’s Darren and Dea have to rebuild the heritage-listed home they wrongfully demolished.
Some airlines are avoiding flying over Egypt following a plane crash that killed 224 people.
How to pick a Melbourne Cup winner, according to science.
Midnight swims keeping Aboriginal teens out of trouble.
All the best looks from Derby Day 2015.
Bindi Irwin: "Everything that I do in life is to make him proud."
"Walk! I command you to walk!" Nicki Minaj defends her 'offensive' Halloween video.
The sobering truth about the long term consequences of drinking when pregnant.
Monday's news in under 5 minutes.
“If 20,000 penises were falling off, the world would stop.” Consumer advocate Erin Brockovich campaigns against contraceptive device failing women.
Sunday's news in under 5 minutes.
Women should not be cross-examined by their abusive ex-partners.

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