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Exclusive: Ged Kearney, Kate Thwaites, Josh Burns, Jerome Laxale, Sally Sitou, Alicia Payne, Josh Wilson and Renee Coffey will get extra door-knocking, phone banking and push adsGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastLabor’s grassroots environmental action network is mobilising behind pro-nature MPs it wants in federal parliament to push the party to adopt a more ambitious green agenda.Labor Environment Action Network (LEAN) will support a select group of eight Labor “climate and environmental champions” at the federal election, actively promoting their green credentials to voters and helping with door-knocking and other grassroots campaigning.Sign up for Guardian…

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Argentine President Javier Milei is facing a corruption probe into his promotion of a meme coin, which is a highly speculative form of cryptocurrency that’s seen a recent surge in popularity after President Donald Trump and his wife launched tokens of their own. The budding scandal in Argentina has been dubbed locally as “cryptogate” and has links to a diverse cast of characters, including a high-profile U.S. influencer, a crypto developer who uses the pseudonym “Meow,” and a 28-year-old American entrepreneur who said he helped launch First Lady Melania Trump’s meme coin last month. Here’s an explainer on what happened…

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says a body that Hamas militants released during the handover of remains of Israeli hostages is that of a woman from Gaza instead of that of Shiri Bibas, the mother of two young boys whose bodies were returned on Thursday. ​Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says a body that Hamas militants released during the handover of remains of Israeli hostages is that of a woman from Gaza instead of that of Shiri Bibas, the mother of two young boys whose bodies were returned on Thursday.   Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says a body that Hamas militants…

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A real estate developer, he was instrumental in revitalizing the New York Public Library and transforming Bryant Park from a dangerous dead zone into a glorious sanctuary. ​A real estate developer, he was instrumental in revitalizing the New York Public Library and transforming Bryant Park from a dangerous dead zone into a glorious sanctuary.    A real estate developer, he was instrumental in revitalizing the New York Public Library and transforming Bryant Park from a dangerous dead zone into a glorious sanctuary. Marshall Rose, a real estate developer who was instrumental in reviving the New York Public Library on Fifth Avenue…

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Rihanna and A$AP Rocky went celebrating Thursday night … toasting to RiRi on her 37th birthday — and, Rocky’s even got jokes about new music. The Hollywood power couple hit up the Nice Guy in L.A. — a cozy Italian joint with an old-school feel… ​Rihanna and A$AP Rocky went celebrating Thursday night … toasting to RiRi on her 37th birthday — and, Rocky’s even got jokes about new music. The Hollywood power couple hit up the Nice Guy in L.A. — a cozy Italian joint with an old-school feel…    TMZ.com Rihanna and A$AP Rocky went celebrating Thursday night ……

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Reading Time: 3 minutes Imagine waking up in the morning to find a black coffin propped against the side of your home. That’s the spooky experience that two popular hip hop artists endured this week, and authorities are still trying to figure what the hell is going on. The latest victim of this bizarre trend is DJ Khaled. According to a new report from TMZ, two men disguised as delivery drivers recently gained access to Khaled’s Florida mansion. DJ Khaled performs onstage during LivexLive’s Social Gloves: Battle Of The Platforms PPV Livestream @ Hard Rock Stadium on June 12, 2021…

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Warren Hill spent more than two decades working at the Lake Clark National Park and Preserve, which spans 4 million acres of coastline, forests, lakes and glaciers in Alaska. Last summer, he was promoted to serve as maintenance supervisor, in addition to his roles as carpenter and mechanic. But because Hill was starting a new role, he was on probationary status when President Donald Trump ’s administration began firing thousands and thousands of federal workers who had less civil service protection. “I’m furious,” he said. “I am just a few years away from retirement, not to mention all my benefits…

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The real clincher in a tight election may be a few votes shifted here and there through chat about wedding plans and favourite TV showsGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast“I understand people have issues with Anthony Albanese and the Labor government,” podcast host and influencer Abbie Chatfield tells her hundreds of thousands of listeners at the top of a 90-minute interview with the prime minister.One of the most popular podcasters in the country, the Sydney-based media personality and former Bachelor reality TV star is a gateway to the eardrums and Instagram feeds of young Australian…

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Court orders have had only limited effect in the Trump administration’s dismantling of the U.S. Agency for International Development. ​Court orders have had only limited effect in the Trump administration’s dismantling of the U.S. Agency for International Development.   Court orders have had only limited effect in the Trump administration’s dismantling of the U.S. Agency for International Development. 

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JJ Redick couldn’t help but sing LeBron James’ praises after a 40-point performance … to the point where he knew his admiration would come off as “glazing.” The Los Angeles Lakers coach spoke at length about King James’ impressive outing in the… ​JJ Redick couldn’t help but sing LeBron James’ praises after a 40-point performance … to the point where he knew his admiration would come off as “glazing.” The Los Angeles Lakers coach spoke at length about King James’ impressive outing in the…    JJ Redick couldn’t help but sing LeBron James’ praises after a 40-point performance … to the…

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Kerrynne Liddle spoke at a citizenship ceremony on behalf of Tony Burke on the same day Coalition colleagues implied he was using the events to swing votes in key seats. ​Kerrynne Liddle spoke at a citizenship ceremony on behalf of Tony Burke on the same day Coalition colleagues implied he was using the events to swing votes in key seats.    Exclusive Politics Federal Immigration By Natassia Chrysanthos February 22, 2025 — 3.00am , register or subscribe to save articles for later. Save articles for later Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. Advertisement Liberal…

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“Ugly Betty” and Hallmark star Eric Mabius was arrested for battery Thursday … and, video shows the incident that led to his arrest. TMZ has obtained video from inside The Goat … a bar in Nassau County, Florida just north of Jacksonville –… ​”Ugly Betty” and Hallmark star Eric Mabius was arrested for battery Thursday … and, video shows the incident that led to his arrest. TMZ has obtained video from inside The Goat … a bar in Nassau County, Florida just north of Jacksonville –…    “Ugly Betty” and Hallmark star Eric Mabius was arrested for battery Thursday … and,…

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A Utah lawmaker has proposed a bill that would determine the number of inmates in its prisons and jails who have a substance use disorder — a first step that could ensure inmates get the treatment they need and a move that the bill’s sponsor says will one day pay dividends in reducing recidivism. Utah’s SB115 would require jail staff to screen inmates for substance misuse — a first step that could ensure they get needed treatment. The father of a man who died after not receiving such treatment in jail worries the bill doesn’t go far enough.    A Utah…

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed revenge Friday for what he described as a “cruel and malicious violation” of the ceasefire agreement after authorities determined that a body released by Hamas was not an Israeli mother of two small boys, as the militant group had promised. The incident raised new doubts about the future of the fragile ceasefire deal, which has paused over 15 months of war but is nearing the end of its first phase. In the short term, though, there were indications that the deal’s next step — the release of six living Israeli hostages on Saturday in…

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Faculty members lined up Wednesday at the Capitol to defend the liberal arts, pleading for programs not be cut under a new set of “high-performing” metrics for schools that place value on job placement and high wages. Utah faculty members lined up Wednesday at the Capitol to oppose a bill they fear could threaten the liberal arts. One pointed to Albert Einstein’s love of the violin as an example that science can benefit from art and music.    Faculty members lined up Wednesday at the Capitol to defend the liberal arts, pleading for programs not be cut under a new set…

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Diddy’s latest legal drama is on his own team … less than 3 months before his federal trial, one of the hip hop mogul’s attorneys is abruptly bolting from the case. Anthony Ricco filed a motion Friday morning in the Southern District of New York… ​Diddy’s latest legal drama is on his own team … less than 3 months before his federal trial, one of the hip hop mogul’s attorneys is abruptly bolting from the case. Anthony Ricco filed a motion Friday morning in the Southern District of New York…    Getty/AP Diddy’s latest legal drama is on his own team…

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High-profile artists and curators stunned by Creative Australia’s swift abandonment of Khaled Sabsabi, the art community, and the complex nature of art itselfA week after Creative Australia controversially dumped artist Khaled Sabsabi as Australia’s representative for the 2026 Venice Biennale, Richard Bell still can’t understand the decision.The Kamilaroi, Kooma, Jiman and Gurang Gurang artist has a long history with the Venice Biennale and Australia’s peak arts funding body – in 2019, he crashed the prestigious showcase after being passed over to officially represent Australia. He’s shocked that Creative Australia would allow itself to be blind-sided by criticism of Sabsabi’s past…

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Cardi B showed her versatility and toned DOWN her raunchy raps to kick off the soundtrack for the upcoming “Smurfs” summer blockbuster!!! On Friday, DJ Khaled and Cardi reunited for their latest collab, “Higher Love” … a bubbly sample of Belinda… ​Cardi B showed her versatility and toned DOWN her raunchy raps to kick off the soundtrack for the upcoming “Smurfs” summer blockbuster!!! On Friday, DJ Khaled and Cardi reunited for their latest collab, “Higher Love” … a bubbly sample of Belinda…    Getty Composite Cardi B showed her versatility and toned DOWN her raunchy raps to kick off the soundtrack…

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The future of Tasmanian salmon farms has become a political issue centred on whether they can coexist with the endangered Maugean skateGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAnthony Albanese is caught in a pincer movement over a pre-election pledge that he will protect salmon farming in Tasmania’s Macquarie Harbour, with conservationists and industry leaders both urging him to rethink the commitment.The future of salmon farming in the harbour on the state’s west coast has become a sharp political issue centred on whether it can coexist with the endangered Maugean skate, an endemic ray-like species that has…

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Salt Lake Valley suburbs could secede from Salt Lake County and form their own county under a new proposal in front of the Utah Legislature. Salt Lake Valley suburbs could secede from Salt Lake County and form their own county under a new proposal in front of the Utah Legislature.    Salt Lake Valley suburbs could secede from Salt Lake County and form their own county under a new proposal in front of the Utah Legislature. HB533, sponsored by Rep. Jordan Teuscher, R-South Jordan, would allow Salt Lake County municipalities with a combined population of at least 330,000 to pursue a…

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