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• Multiple people killed in shooting at Idaho burger restaurant

  02-08-2026 03:36 via smh.com.au
  
  An unconfirmed number of people are dead after a person opened fire at an In-N-Out Burger outlet in Twin Falls, as police say they are working to determine the shooter’s identity and motive.
  
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• Thrills and spills at China's World Robot Games

  24-08-2026 08:13 via smh.com.au
  
  It is the second year in a row that Beijing has hosted the robotics spectacle, showing its national talent as global competition heats up in the humanoid field.
  
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• Trump’s weight is starting to worry doctors

  24-08-2026 08:11 via smh.com.au
  
  The US president’s medical measurements are always closely watched and with his weight trending upwards, some physicians say he needs to focus on trimming his waistline.
  
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• Trump’s weight is starting to get doctors worried

  24-08-2026 08:11 via smh.com.au
  
  The US president’s medical measurements are always closely watched and with his weight trending upwards, some physicians say he needs to focus on trimming his waistline.
  
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• The Sussexes’ selfish return spells peril for the royal family

  24-08-2026 07:30 via smh.com.au
  
  Prince Harry and Meghan’s return to the UK heralds a moment of intense danger for the monarchy because almost anything could happen – and very little of it good.
  
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• What Londoners think of Harry and Meghan's return to the UK

  24-08-2026 05:05 via smh.com.au
  
  Europe correspondent David Crowe asked Londoners what they think of Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan, making an imminent return to Britain.
  
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• Deleted tweets show Natalie Harp’s ardent support for Trump on January 6

  24-08-2026 04:16 via smh.com.au
  
  The controversial Trump aide posted “FIGHT FOR TRUMP” more than 150 times on the day his supporters smashed their way into the US Capitol trying to overturn the 2020 election result.
  
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• In the shadow of a palace, Beijing’s uncles defy a swimming ban to cool off

  24-08-2026 03:45 via smh.com.au
  
  Wang Jianbao, 92, makes the 40-minute trip on his tricycle every day, from crisp March through to chilly November, for a dip in the shadow of Beijing’s Summer Palace.
  
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• ‘The worst actress that ever lived’: The knives are out for Harry and Meghan and we’ve seen how this ends

  24-08-2026 03:36 via smh.com.au
  
  Confusion clouds the return of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex. Let’s not forget how Harry impressively fought the bullies that have destroyed lives.
  
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• ‘The worst actress that ever lived’: The knives are out for Harry and Meghan and we know how this ends

  24-08-2026 03:36 via smh.com.au
  
  Confusion clouds the return of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex. Let’s not forget how Harry impressively fought the bullies that have destroyed lives.
  
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• ‘The worst actress that ever lived’: The knives are out for Harry and Meghan and this won’t end well

  24-08-2026 03:36 via smh.com.au
  
  Confusion clouds the return of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex. Let’s not forget how Harry impressively fought the bullies that have destroyed lives.
  
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• ‘The worst actress that ever lived’: Fleet St has the knives out for Harry and Meghan and this won’t end well

  24-08-2026 03:36 via smh.com.au
  
  There is much confusion over the return of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex. Let’s not forgot how Harry impressively fought the bullies that have destroyed lives.
  
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• ‘I shouldn’t be here’: Australian man accused of killing Thai teenager says he is innocent

  24-08-2026 01:03 via smh.com.au
  
  Simon Carman told the ABC he was acting in self-defence to stop Thanchanok Donhomla from stabbing him at his Pattaya apartment.
  
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• ‘Lighten up a bit’: Trump caps US’ 250th birthday with IndyCar race in DC

  23-08-2026 21:49 via smh.com.au
  
  More than 100,000 spectators converged on the US capital for its inaugural Grand Prix race. Many were racing fans - some said they were just there to support the president.
  
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• ‘Loser country’: Republicans target Australia over news bargaining, tech regulation

  23-08-2026 21:00 via smh.com.au
  
  Republican political activist Grover Norquist also took aim at Australia’s local content quota for streaming giants such as Netflix.
  
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• Chinese robots beat Usain Bolt’s 100m world record at Beijing games

  23-08-2026 12:00 via smh.com.au
  
  The two ‘runners’ lacked the Jamaican’s flair, slamming straight into a thick mat designed to stop them in their tracks.
  
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• ‘Scroungers’ or worth a second chance: What Londoners really think of Harry and Meghan

  23-08-2026 11:30 via smh.com.au
  
  We headed to the Duke of Sussex pub in Waterloo to find out. When Harry and Meghan return, they should drop in for a drink.
  
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• Canadian PM accuses Trump of tariff ‘attack’

  23-08-2026 11:11 via smh.com.au
  
  Canada and the United States are now locked in a trade war after talks to find a deal on new tariffs fell through.
  
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• Natalie’s Magnificent Obsession

  23-08-2026 08:49 via smh.com.au
  
  It’s a perfect (taxpayer-funded) relationship. She thinks he’s amazing. And he agrees.
  
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• Natalie Harp has a magnificent obsession with Trump

  23-08-2026 08:49 via smh.com.au
  
  It’s a perfect (taxpayer-funded) relationship. She thinks he’s amazing. And he agrees.
  
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• Fast and furious: the TikTok joyriders who risk dying for likes

  23-08-2026 08:30 via smh.com.au
  
  Irish authorities are desperate to stop an online trend that encourages young men to film themselves driving at reckless speeds.
  
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• Trade war begins as US-Canada talks collapse

  23-08-2026 01:30 via smh.com.au
  
  The United States and Canada are in the midst of a trade war after talks between the two countries broke down overnight.
  
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• ‘Wait here’: Father leaves young son alone on Mount Fuji ... for hours

  23-08-2026 00:49 via smh.com.au
  
  The boy was found sitting on a bench 2000 metres up Japan’s highest mountain in fog and rain.
  
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• ‘Wait here’: Father leaves young son alone on Mount Fuji ... for eight hours

  23-08-2026 00:49 via smh.com.au
  
  The boy was found sitting on a bench 2000 metres up Japan’s highest mountain in fog and rain.
  
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• Father leaves seven-year-old son alone on Mount Fuji for hours

  23-08-2026 00:49 via smh.com.au
  
  The boy was found sitting on a bench 2000 metres up Japan’s highest mountain in fog and rain.
  
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• There’s good news about America’s fentanyl crisis – but it’s not the full story

  22-08-2026 21:00 via smh.com.au
  
  Fatal drug overdoses have plunged since the pandemic – which the Trump administration has celebrated. But the headlines hide new problems and disturbing trends.
  
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• ‘At war’: Canada walks away from US trade talks, retaliates to tariffs

  22-08-2026 20:33 via smh.com.au
  
  Acknowledging the two countries were in a trade war, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney continues to lead resistance to the Trump administration among the US’ western allies.
  
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• ‘At war’: Canada walks away from US trade talks, retaliates against tariffs

  22-08-2026 20:33 via smh.com.au
  
  Acknowledging the two countries were in a trade war, Prime Minister Mark Carney continues to lead resistance to the Trump administration.
  
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• ‘It’s like we’re being robbed’: The relentless march of data centres

  22-08-2026 05:30 via smh.com.au
  
  With skilled workers, low company tax rates, a cool climate and good land, Ireland is a test case as data centres spread globally.
  
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• It’s raining stars on big red mountain

  22-08-2026 02:09 via smh.com.au
  
  Dahongshan – literally, “big red mountain” – in Inner Mongolia is one of the best places in the world to watch a spectacular annual meteor shower, and contemplate our place in the universe.
  
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