A radical overhaul of Australia’s breast cancer screening will implement a risk-based approach to detect cancers earlier with new technologies beyond mammograms, replacing the current one-size-fits-all, age-based model.

https://www.theage.com.au/national/revealed-the-radical-overhaul-of-cancer-screening-to-detect-most-at-risk-20260805-p60lqr.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_national

What woman would want to go into politics? Nine out of 10 women politicians have experienced gendered online abuse.

https://www.smh.com.au/politics/federal/trolls-take-their-toll-as-online-abuse-turns-women-off-politics-20260805-p60lm4.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

It seems changes to Australia’s plan to force big tech firms to pay for journalism appearing on social media are not enough to placate US firms or Donald Trump.

https://www.smh.com.au/world/north-america/tech-industry-slams-cosmetic-changes-to-news-levy-us-renews-extortion-claim-20260805-p60lhh.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

One-time Catholic Schools NSW employee Jean-Claude Perrottet was ‘let go’ from his job just one month before a corruption inquiry started.

https://www.smh.com.au/politics/nsw/libertarian-mp-demands-icac-hearing-be-halted-calls-for-inquiry-into-leaking-20260805-p60lmm.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

This would mean that recognised news outlets cannot post raw or edited audio and video content on social media or digital platforms, ostensibly for commercial purposes

https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/news-outlets-can-report-courts-but-cannot-utilise-audio-video-clips-of-proceedings-supreme-court-order/article71308333.ece

Australia's share market has broken multiple records as investor confidence surges on hopes for an imminent US-Iran peace deal.

https://www.businessnews.com.au/article/Shares-soar-to-record-highs-as-oil-dives-on-peace-hopes

The 2000 Essendon premiership player and current interim coach has made his decision. Meanwhile, the Magpies’ willingness to offer Ed Allan a deal follows his significant improvement since he was shifted to the midfield.

https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/sport/afl/collingwood-finally-in-contract-talks-with-improving-young-gun-20260805-p60lpb.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_sport

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The development marks a significant escalation in a saga that has already engulfed the club after May’s partner, Sachi Dade, previously sued over alleged privacy breaches.

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/afl/steven-may-to-launch-legal-action-against-the-demons-and-senior-figures-20260805-p60lri.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Unlike many rival clubs, North Melbourne do not have a clause protecting them from a full payout if they decide to remove their senior coach 12 months before his contract expires.

https://www.smh.com.au/sport/afl/clarkson-s-clause-frugal-roos-would-face-huge-payout-if-they-axed-coach-early-20260805-p60lmi.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

It is the cheapest airline, so travellers are used to corners being cut. But Jetstar’s latest move is a new low.

https://www.smh.com.au/business/companies/jetstar-really-wants-to-charge-you-for-everything-but-the-seat-20260805-p60llp.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Surging visitor numbers means more ships and more parameters within which travellers will make their choice. For Australia’s Aurora Expeditions, one stands out.

https://www.theage.com.au/traveller/travel-news/the-most-important-choice-on-an-antarctic-cruise-isn-t-the-ship-20260724-p60icx.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

#theage

Last month, Victor Wembanyama committed to his long-term future in Texas by agreeing to a massive five-year, $252 million maximum rookie-scale contract extension. But the reigning unanimous Defensive Player of the Year took a pay cut to give his franchise maximum financial flexibility. Draymond Green, who has long been against superstars making financial sacrifices, once […]The post “Trickle-Down Effect”: Draymond Green Links Jalen Brunson’s NBA Finals Win to Victor Wembanyama’s $51M Pay Cut appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-active-basketball-news-trickle-down-effect-draymond-green-links-jalen-brunsons-nba-finals-win-to-victor-wembanyamas-fifty-one-m-pay-cut/

A Western Sydney man will face court after he allegedly imported an array of items bearing Nazi symbols.

https://www.theage.com.au/national/man-arrested-after-collection-of-nazi-branded-items-found-in-home-20260805-p60lo3.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_national

The first witness to give evidence in the veteran broadcaster’s trial said he spoke out against Jones because he wanted justice and to show his child right from wrong.

https://www.watoday.com.au/national/nsw/alan-jones-trial-live-updates-cross-examination-continues-of-complainant-on-third-day-of-alleged-indecent-assault-sexual-touching-trial-20260804-p60le0.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_national

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A group of owners has established an independent owners’ association, and is publicly calling for Basketball Australia and the league to release a secret report.

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/basketball/disgruntled-nbl-franchise-owners-call-on-kestelman-to-release-secret-report-20260804-p60l9c.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

New renders have showcased the $287.5 million Brisbane Showgrounds revamp, funded via the state’s Olympic village budget – despite the venue hosting no Games events.

https://www.theage.com.au/national/queensland/ekka-upgrade-s-quarter-billion-plus-price-tag-revealed-20260805-p60llo.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

The Australian sharemarket jumped at the open, but walked back a lot of those gains within the first hour of trading, despite strong gains from tech and mining stocks.

https://www.theage.com.au/business/markets/asx-set-to-rise-as-wall-street-surges-spacex-results-ahead-20260805-p60lhu.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

NSW Nationals Leader Gurmesh Singh has fiercely rejected allegations he had questions to answer about his knowledge of modern slavery risks on berry farms.

https://www.theage.com.au/politics/nsw/on-notice-for-years-anti-slavery-chief-targets-nationals-leader-20260805-p60llk.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Carlos Rodón and Clarke Schmidt are both tracking toward rehab assignments, though Schmidt’s live batting practice Tuesday ended after two ups instead of three with forearm cramps that, at the very least, created a temporary scare.

https://nypost.com/2026/08/04/sports/ryan-weathers-isnt-making-looming-yankees-rotation-decision-any-easier/

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After eight years, the long-awaited IBAC probe into the Victorian government’s dealings with the firefighters’ union was handed down. This is how we got here.

https://www.theage.com.au/politics/victoria/five-things-to-know-about-operation-richmond-20260805-p60ll4.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Ryan Meuleman has been bailed to a live-in facility after arguing a bike crash involving former premier Daniel Andrews saw his life descend into addiction.

https://www.watoday.com.au/national/victoria/bike-boy-ordered-to-drug-rehabilitation-after-accused-carjacking-of-young-family-20260805-p60lmu.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

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The 16-year-old is accused of murdering his mum and stabbing his 12-year-old sister two weeks ago.

https://www.watoday.com.au/national/western-australia/perth-boy-accused-of-stabbing-mum-to-death-refuses-to-appear-before-magistrate-20260805-p60loh.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_national_western-australia

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A group of owners has established an independent owners’ association, and is publicly calling for Basketball Australia and the league to release a secret report.

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/basketball/disgruntled-nbl-franchise-owners-call-on-kestelman-to-release-secret-report-20260804-p60l9c.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_sport

#theage

Carlos Moreno, the 15-minute city pioneer, believes the idea will make Melbourne more liveable.

https://www.theage.com.au/national/victoria/we-need-to-densify-why-the-15-minute-city-could-be-the-key-to-melbourne-s-housing-crisis-20260731-p60k8o.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_national_victoria

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NBC News projects that Masterson, the state Senate president, emerged from the primary in a contest that represents a top pickup opportunity for the GOP this fall.

https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/2026-election/kansas-governor-masterson-trump-holscher-corson-republican-democrat-rcna590030

#NBC

The Democratic primary in Missouri's 1st Congressional District was a rematch of the 2024 contest, which saw Bush, a Democratic socialist serving her second-term in the House, ousted by Bell, a moderate St. Louis County prosecutor backed by nearly $9 million in funding from the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) and its aligned super-PACs. 

https://nypost.com/2026/08/04/us-news/rep-wesley-bell-holds-off-ex-squad-member-cori-bushs-comeback-bid-in-missouri-democratic-house-primary/

While nine states have phased out individual income taxes, Missouri voters apparently feared an increase in other forms of taxation to make up for the revenue loss.

https://nypost.com/2026/08/04/us-news/missouri-voters-reject-abolishing-state-income-tax/

A report into the Operation Richmond investigation, which looked at dealings between the Andrews government and the firefighters’ union, has been released eight years after it began.

https://www.theage.com.au/politics/victoria/long-awaited-corruption-report-finds-firefighter-boss-exerted-extraordinary-influence-20260805-p60lis.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

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In his first in-depth interview since his shock retirement from Test cricket, Stokes responded to claims his team had a drinking problem and also addressed his plans for the future.

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/stokes-on-booze-baz-next-year-s-ashes-and-his-ambition-to-coach-england-20260805-p60lli.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

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Local museums are offering an after-hours peek at parts of their collections that stoke the most complicated debates.

https://www.theage.com.au/culture/art-and-design/the-dark-stories-our-most-popular-museums-usually-don-t-want-you-to-see-20260803-p60kwj.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

#theage

PM Modi greets Puducherry Chief Minister Rangasamy on his birthday

https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/puducherry/pm-modi-greets-puducherry-chief-minister-rangasamy-on-his-birthday/article71305338.ece

Looking for a way to reduce your child's screen time? One mum explains why the Yoto Player has become a favourite family essential for stories, music and screen-free fun.

https://www.northumberlandgazette.co.uk/recommended/why-the-yoto-player-became-my-favourite-screen-free-alternative-to-tablets-for-my-son-8836637

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The first storm hit St. Catharines on July 21, then another poured rain down on the city from July 27 to 28. The city received a brief reprieve before more rain fell on Aug. 2.

https://globalnews.ca/news/12008150/st-catharines-state-of-emergency-hurricanes-worth-of-rain/

#globalsaskatoon

Rent the Runway’s Mark Walsh discusses the tech ecosystem in Galway and how he found himself in the role of director of engineering. Read more: How might Galway be an ideal location for modern-day engineers?

https://www.siliconrepublic.com/people/galway-ideal-location-modern-day-engineers-working-life

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When a company that moves the bulk of its products to store shelves runs out of cash, there's likely to be a serious disruption to business. Bottles stall in warehouses, orders turn unpredictable, and sales can vanish. MGP Ingredients (MGPI) saw that risk coming, moved quickly, and is starting to ...

https://www.thestreet.com/investing/stocks/mgpi-mgp-ingredients-rndc-bankruptcy-distributor-switch

#mainstreet

Last year, the Grammy-winning singer admitted to cheating on Bunnie Xo early in their marriage -- which legally ended in July.

https://pagesix.com/2026/08/04/celebrity-news/bunnie-xo-addresses-jelly-rolls-affair-betrayal-in-brutally-honest-post-divorce-chat/

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A unique cycling event returns to Eastbourne for its ninth edition this weekend.

https://www.sussexexpress.co.uk/news/people/unique-cycling-world-championship-returns-to-eastbourne-this-weekend-8839162

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Commuters heading back into Leeds or travelling across the Pennines face heavy congestion this evening after a vehicle crossed the central barrier between Junction 23 and Junction 22

https://www.yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk/news/traffic-and-travel/m62-crash-huddersfield-j23-j22-delays-rush-hour-8839155

#crossgatestoday

While on stage in Chicago during her Eternal Sunshine Tour, the 33-year-old took a few moments to address her decision to take a break form public view directly with her fans.

https://globalnews.ca/news/12008165/ariana-grande-steps-back-from-public-eye/

#globalwinnipeg

FATİH'te iddiaya göre, sanal medyada tartışan iki grup buluşmak için randevulaştı. Park önünde çıkan kavgada bıçaklanarak yaralanan Suriyeli Ali Anzo (19) hastanede öldü. 1 kişinin de yaralandığı kavganın görüntüleri ortaya çıktı. Kavgaya ilişkin soruşturmada ise 8 şüpheli gözaltına alındı.

https://www.haberler.com/haberler/fatihte-19-yasindaki-alinin-bicakla-olduruldugu-20117502-haberi/

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Researchers have confirmed that a plant native to alpine regions in southwest China is carnivorous, supporting a Darwinian theory from 1875.

https://www.livescience.com/planet-earth/plants/darwins-hypothesis-provided-an-important-inspiration-scientists-bolster-150-year-old-darwinian-theory-with-a-carnivorous-plant-in-china