Mom of 3 travels across state lines for abortion
When Monica Eberhart learned she was pregnant again, she decided abortion was her best choice –even if it meant navigating a patchwork of state laws enacted since…
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Hasbulla has touched down in Australia. Who is he and why is he an online sensation?
This young Russian man stands at 100cm and is one of the biggest online personalities in the world. He’s now reached Australian shores – but who is…
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Brayden wrote a note to his mum, walked away and started to cry
Noongar man Brayden Cockroft faced a challenge coming out as gay before he was ready to but says it shouldn’t have to be so hard for others…
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Ninety per cent of women from minority backgrounds have been harassed in public. Here’s what you can do
A new campaign aims to reduce street harassment by teaching those who witness it how to safely intervene.
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Australia provides $2 million in aid as Pakistan reels from devastating floods
Immediate humanitarian aid will be provided to Pakistan’s government to help feed those disproportionately affected by the natural disaster.
Read moreMoqtada al-Sadr: At least 15 dead amid fighting in Iraqi capital
Clashes erupt after powerful Shia cleric Moqtada al-Sadr announces his retirement from politics.
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A named storm is likely by Labor Day. Here’s how it could affect weekend plans
The National Hurricane Center is actively watching four areas right now for tropical development, and two have a decent shot of affecting the US on Labor Day…
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Widespread ice losses from Greenland will trigger at least 10 inches of sea level rise — and new research suggests there’s no way to stop it
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Read moreClashes erupt after Iraqi Shiite cleric resigns
An influential Shiite cleric announced Monday that he would resign from Iraqi politics, prompting hundreds of his angry followers to storm the government palace and sparking clashes…
Read moreIncoming heat wave could be California’s hottest and longest this year, forecasters say
National Weather Service forecasters predict triple-digit temperatures throughout Southern California that will spread north later in the week.
Read moreToday in History for August 30th
Highlights of this day in history: The Civil War’s Second Battle of Bull Run ends; Thurgood Marshall confirmed as first black Supreme Court justice; First black astronaut…
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‘I’m proud of my roots’: Arab-Australian Sami Afuni lands role in smash hit musical ‘Hamilton’
Sami Afuni is an Australian actor and singer of Jordanian and Egyptian origin who has hit the big time, landing a major role in the US musical…
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‘Come on!’: Serena Williams not ready to say goodbye just yet
23-time grand slam champion Serena Williams has won her first-round match at the US Open, defeating Danka Kovinic in straight sets at Flushing Meadows.
Read morePakistan floods: Disaster to cost more than $10bn, minister says
Unprecedented floods have killed more than 1,100 people and washed away roads, crops, homes and bridges.
Read moreZoo penguin gets orthopedic shoes to fix feet
An African penguin at the San Diego Zoo has been fitted with orthopedic footwear to help it deal with a degenerative foot condition. (Aug. 29)
Read moreSerena Williams career inspiring for Black women
Serena Williams is the center of attention at this year’s US Open. The tennis superstar said recently she is ready to move on from the sport. (August…
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