Current Affairs
JULY 2016
A NSW father could be jailed for giving his four-year-old daughter "life-saving medication".
Father raped and mutilated his daughter while training her to be an Olympian.
Former worker claims abuse was rife at Cleveland Youth Detention Centre in Queensland.
Chrissy Teigen has some hard words for Australian 'Tinder troll' Zane Alchin.
Tons of celebrities just made a video for Hillary Clinton. We've got the full cast.
'If the AFL were serious about domestic violence, Wayne Carey wouldn't have been on TV last night.'
Three charged with manslaughter over death of Caboolture boy Mason Jet Lee.
14-year-old 'psychopath' tortured brother's girlfriend hoping to make her 'first kill', police say.
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Three good news stories to make you smile today.
This video of Hillary Clinton's life is the video all women should watch.
Kevin Rudd: Malcolm Turnbull rules out nominating former PM for UN secretary-general job.
Karl Stefanovic just delivered a masterclass in how to apologise.
Details emerge of shocking gang rape of 15-year-old girl at a Sydney party.
Karl Stefanovic is "very, very sorry" for making a transphobic joke on air.
Young girl dies at the zoo after being hit with a rock thrown by an elephant.
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A mother who admitted loving her partner more than her baby has been found guilty of allowing him to kill the 13-month-old.
Teen begs for her mum not to be released after she put her in the oven as a baby.
This man thinks what happened in the NT was "time out" not torture. Seriously.
Kids in detention could be moved to immigration detention, NT Govt says.
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The 16-year-old Australian teen kept in a box for her own safety.
A woman has been missing for a month. Police say the person who could help, won't.
Heath Ledger's father on his tragic death: "It was totally his fault."
Queensland schools banned 150 parents for violence against teachers last year.
Tragic reports Stuart Kelly's death was triggered by bullying.
Gerard Bayden-Clay "not only calculated, but cold-blooded".
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Step dad who tortured 2-year-old to death appeals his sentence saying he is 'afraid' in prison.
The sickening world of the secret Facebook group that celebrates rape.
"I just said 'Jocelyn' and she stood up": Women describe the moment they found Jocelyn.
It is the video that shocked a nation. Now the Prime Minister has stepped in.
Kerri-Anne Kennerley speaks out in support of Sonia Kruger.
All these powerful men have something in common: The same haircut.
At least 15 killed, up to 45 injured in stabbing attack at Japanese disabled facility.
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'Wake up, wake up. What did they do to you?": Mother speaks after hospital mix-up kills newborn.
Time to pick a team: these are the 10 new "tribes" of the property market.
Kylie Jenner's New Years predictions have all come true. Proves she is an oracle.
Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews' powerful letter to the Prime Minister.
Evidence of 'torture' of children held in Don Dale detention centre uncovered by Four Corners.
New laws are proposing to let parents choose their baby's sex. And it's the right thing for families.
New Zealand athlete "kidnapped by police" in Rio.
The Real Housewives of Melbourne and Sydney do not like each other one bit.
Pregnant woman killed in machete attack in Germany.
The horrifying moment a woman is dragged off by a tiger captured on CCTV.
Five children bashed to death in QLD, but government knew they were at risk.
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Leaky sewage, faulty wiring: Australian athletes not moving into Rio Olympic Village.
Police set up exclusion zone in search for missing girl.
Hey mum, dad? Stop breathing down our necks - things aren't the same today as they were in your day.
Michele was having a night out at the pub before she was drugged and raped by four men.
Inside the terrifying Australian cult where children were brainwashed and abused.
An Aussie mum has emerged as a hero in the Munich attack.
This TV reporter was labelled 'wh*ore' and 'escort' for her outfit choice. We're not seeing it.
Bindi Irwin is celebrating her 18th birthday in the most unusual way.
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Everything we know about the Munich attack: 9 killed, 21 injured, including children.
A Muslim woman's story of how she made an unlikely new friend while flying is inspiring.
Syrian children are holding pictures of Pokemon, hoping someone will find them.
"I can't stop thinking: Does the 12-year-old girl know she was his real target?"
Video shows the moments before North Miami police inexplicably shot an unarmed black carer.
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Mum who threw baby down drain hoping he would die to be released “within weeks.”
Husband ambushed wife and 19-year-old daughter in horror murder-suicide.
There is a crippling outbreak of gastro sweeping through schools and childcare centres.
Five reasons Gen Y is worse off financially.
Mother jailed for killing four of her newborn babies.
Celebrity wedding dress designer Johanna Johnson's personal assets quarantined.
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Mum describes her horror at her "honest mistake" as her baby tragically drowns in the bathtub.
Meshel Laurie writes: 'The Sonia Kruger fall out makes me think I'm fighting a losing battle.'
Sydney siege inquest: Officer in charge accepts blame for Lindt Cafe deaths of Johnson, Dawson, Monis
Doctor's daughter was raped and strangled after accused said: "I will get you home'.
Pauline Hanson has blamed John Howard and Tony Abbott for her time behind bars.
School cleaner admits to rape, murder of teacher Stephanie Scott.
Protecting children from violence in the media 'more difficult' than ever, experts say
STOP RIGHT THERE: New episodes of Making a Murderer are coming.
Women in politics: Are parties doing enough to get women elected?
Fake vaccine scandal prompts Indonesian parents to rush to inoculate children.
Tara Costigan struck down with axe as she fled 'pure evil' ex-partner, sister says.
Sydney siege inquest: Dead hostage's parents call police commander a disgrace over game comment.
Wednesday's news in under 5 minutes.
Two Newcastle teenagers abducted a toddler from a shopping centre with "evil intent", a court has heard.
Meet Casey Baumer, the woman who had her life ruined by Google Docs templates.
Many are angry with Sonia Kruger. Not Sylvia Jeffreys.
6 of the most cringe-worthy moments from Pauline Hanson's appearance on Q&A.
Roxy Jacenko just released limited edition Pixie's Bows for a very good cause.
Barrett Centre: Inquiry's findings bring more grief to mothers of three dead teenagers.
Carrie Bickmore breaks down during heartbreaking interview with parents of terminally ill toddler.
Pauline Hanson fist pumps, exclaims 'Go Sonia!' in front of baffled Q&A audience.
Tragedy as a Queensland toddler is run over by a car in the driveway of her family home.
Jessica Rowe says she is still 'terribly upset' by Eddie McGuire's comments.
Woman violently attacked on holiday 'offered manicure and massage as compensation'.
Australian woman raped by serial Samoan offender speaks out about her ordeal.
Monday's news in under 5 minutes.
Roxy Jacenko opens up about her biggest regret following her breast cancer diagnosis.
Australian teenager shares Nice horror story - "I looked up and I was the only person left alive."
Indigenous activist at art fair told Pauline Hanson she's "not welcome here."
Pakistani starlet Qandeel Baloch strangled to death by brother in suspected honour killing.
Bad behaviour in bars and pubs is a problem, but most of Australia's alcohol is drunk at home.
Australian couple in Nice: 'We told our kids the sound was fireworks.'
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Nice terrorist attack: This is what we know so far.
Nice: Reports of 30 dead as truck rams into Bastille Day crowd in French city.
A McLeod's Daughters star has just revealed her painful battle with heroin addiction.
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Contaminated breast implants linked to rare cancer, plastic surgeons warn.
Last year her baby died on his first day in daycare. Today Amber Scorah is a mum again.
Woman and child die after reportedly falling from internal balcony in Melbourne's CBD.
Van Badham details the horrific abuse she's received since Steve Price called her "hysterical".
Thursday's news in under 5 minutes.
Robin Bailey just said what we're all thinking about Steve Price.
Lamar Odom has been kicked off a New York bound flight covered in vomit.
Australians are being lied to about their vaginas.
AVO against Salim Mehajer, taken out by wife Aysha, extended until August.
AFL national women's league a chance to take the sport 'next level'.
Vegan parents lose custody of their "malnourished", dangerously thin toddler.
Woman dies after freak fall backwards into the Grand Canyon.
Meet Ieshia Evans: The woman in the now legendary Baton Rouge protest photo.
Why Dr Anne Aly is the best thing to come out of this election.
Screen Australia announces millions of dollars in groundbreaking funding for women.
Call me hysterical, but Steve Price's comments were sickening.
Mamamia announces partnership with Screen Australia to create video content for women, by women.
Steve Price's domestic violence comments shocked the nation last night.
Salim Mehajer's wife has applied for an AVO against him before their first wedding anniversary.
Pauline Hanson: Text slabs from One Nation party policies lifted from internet, including Wikipedia.
Sam Frost's brother pens a heartfelt tribute following her "dark" mental health revelation.
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The 'legendary' picture of a brave woman standing defiant in gown that will go down in history.
'I don't want to be here anymore': Sam Frost reveals heartbreaking mental health battle.
Behind-the-scenes with one of Australia’s most powerful journalists.
Adelaide mother who left 3yo boy sleeping in hot car given good behaviour bond.
Sea of Hull: Thousands strip naked, get painted blue for Spencer Tunick project.
Queensland mums are reportedly being shamed for breastfeeding by their doctors.
Monday's news in under 5 minutes.
Kerri-Anne Kennerley's husband visits home in preparation for his release from hospital.
Mason Jet Lee death: Toddler should have never been returned to family, Queensland Opposition says
"The moment I found out my father murdered two little girls."
Mischa Barton posted a very inappropriate tribute to shooting victims.
How El Niño can be life changing.
The moment that brought Kieren Jack's girlfriend to tears.
Saturday's news in under 5 minutes.
Greyhound racing ban: Animal rights groups call on all states and territories to follow NSW lead.
The 5 ads that have really pissed Australians off this year.
Greyhounds make terrific family pets. Know anyone who wants to adopt?
The emotional moment Alton Sterling's son breaks down after his dad's death.
Four policemen killed, 11 shot by sniper as chaos erupts during protest in Dallas.
Woman films shocking aftermath of police officer shooting her partner.
Kieren Jack's mum has a vastly different relationship with her other son's girlfriend.
Homicide detectives are hunting for this Melbourne man.
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Judge's shocking comments to rape victim echoes Brock Turner case.
A ghost sighting at a kids' playground has left a young family seriously spooked.
Children locked in cages, tied to trees, assaulted by parents, court told.
Female domestic violence victims being punished for acting in self defence, say advocates.
A Brisbane couple is fighting to stop their two-year-old son from being deported.
Oscar Pistorius' sentence might be inadequate, but it's also not a surprise.
Mia Freedman: "No, I don't respect Pauline Hanson."
"When it comes to your partner, parents need to know their place."
A beauty queen was asked 'Did Brock Turner get too light a sentence?'. Her answer floored us.
A woman is dead, three children are injured and the Melbourne man at the centre of it all is a former terror suspect.
State's most violent inmate is too dangerous to be released from prison.
The only thing that's "bad for feminism" is stifling women's voices.
AFL star Kieren Jack speaks publicly about the painful feud between his parents and long-term girlfriend.
Election 2016: Indigenous MP Linda Burney labels One Nation founder Pauline Hanson 'ignorant'.
Anna Meares is Australia's Olympic team captain and flag bearer.
Kieren Jack's father reveals feud over son's girlfriend has been festering for months.
'Being a girl is amazing': Transitioning at a young age.
Wednesday's news in under 5 minutes.
18 years after being gang raped, Brenda Tracy faced her greatest shamer.
An important look inside the contents of a Halal Snack Pack.
#CommutingWhileFemale reveals the ugly truth of what women deal with every day.
Justin Trudeau marched in Toronto's Pride Parade. And it was everything.
Who's who in the zoo: Meet the new Senate crossbenchers.
This Victorian man stabbed his wife to death. Now his 'manifestly inadequate' sentence has been extended.
Meet the single mum taking on a debt collection firm she says harassed her.
Sam Frost says online abuse has "broken" her.
Election 2016: Number of women MPs in Federal Parliament rises.
10 handy hints for the incoming government, because it's really not that hard.
Hey Nick Kyrgios, there's someone we'd like you to meet.
The 8 most bizarre comments from Pauline Hanson's press conference.
We need to talk about the child rape lawsuit filed against Donald Trump.
Psychology of a paedophile: Why are some people attracted to children?
Explainer: What is a ‘hung parliament’, and how will a government be formed?
Election 2016: Will Pauline Pantsdown return after Pauline Hanson's success in the Senate?
Election results: We don't have a winner, so what happens now?
Election 2016: Major parties under siege as 'voter rage' takes hold.
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Yahya was born without a face. He's finally received life changing surgery.
Right now I'm feeling disillusioned by politics. You?
Chilling footage of a husband attempting to behead his wife in public has been released.
12 key things to watch as the election results roll in tonight.
This mum is suing her doctor after giving birth to a child with Down syndrome.
Saturday's news in under 5 minutes.
The one thing I want from this election is simple.
We asked Tinder to predict who will win the election and it went exactly as you'd expect.
Everything you need to know about marriage equality before you vote.
This is what Australian women are talking about before the election.
A comprehensive guide on how to REALLY turn a woman's 'no' into a 'yes'.
Sally Faulkner hits out at ex-husband Ali el-Amine after learning of new kidnapping charges.
Waleed Aly breaks down the 2016 election child care policies for us.
Serial's Adnan Syed has been granted a new trial.
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