Lawyers from the Biden administration have faced-off with the state of Texas in the US Supreme Court, over a law that bans abortion after six weeks. And this year, with new safety regulations preventing many international horses from reaching Flemington, Australian thoroughbreds look set to dominate. To mark the UN climate summit in Glasgow, legendary Australian rock band band Midnight Oil have released a new song calling for governments to act on the global climate crisis.
Lead singer Peter Garrett says he feels "a great deal of shame and anxiety" about the future of his children unless climate change is taken seriously. The Indigenous community in Australia and across the Pacific is on the front lines of the climate crisis and they're calling for more than lip service at COP But with only four Pacific Islands represented by their leaders in Glasgow, there are fears that the very voices who are directly impacted by climate change may not be heard at the UN talks.
Communities in the developing world are living with the most severe impacts of the climate crisis despite being least responsible for the greenhouse gas emissions that contribute to global warming. At the Glasgow climate talks, a make-or-break issue will be whether rich countries live up to their promises to make more finance available for mitigation and adaptation. Health experts have welcomed the pledge from world leaders at the G20 Summit to ensuring 70 per cent of the global population is fully vaccinated against COVID 19 by mid But they say that without concrete actions including plans, targets and financial assistance, the pledge is an empty one and time is running out.
Economists are betting the Reserve Bank will use tomorrow's Melbourne Cup day meeting to revise its consistent pledge to keep official interest rates at 0. Judo Bank economic advisor Warren Hogan says RBA governor Philip Lowe is "in a pickle" about the commitment after evidence that inflation is rising faster than expected.
The G20 has issued a communique watering down the commitment to net zero emissions by and excluding any end date for coal. Former European Commissioner for Climate Change Connie Hedegaard says the outcome will make it harder to deliver more ambitious carbon cuts at the UN's climate negotiations in Glasgow which is already shaping up as a very difficult summit. The Spring Racing Carnival is the first big test of Victoria's vaccinated economy, with a crowd of 10, fully vaccinated patrons expected at Flemington to watch the Cup tomorrow.
Corporate lawyer Georgia Steele is relying on strong community support to unseat Craig Kelly in the Sydney seat of Hughes. She says locals are demanding stronger action on climate change and are fed up with Craig Kelly using Clive Palmer's money to terrorise them with an onslaught of text messages on COVID vaccines and lockdowns.
The Queensland coroner will today hand down findings into the death of year-old refugee Omid Masoumali, who set himself on fire while being held on Nauru in The findings will be released as the number of refugees held on Nauru and Papua New Guinea continues to fall.
Australia's entertainment and television business has been shaken by the loss of one its most recognisable stars. The ultimate entertainer, Bert Newton, died on Saturday evening after a long health battle and will be farewelled at a state funeral in Melbourne. The cosmos has intrigued us for thousands of years and the more secrets of the universe that we uncover, the more we want to know.
Australia's first-ever astronomer-at-large, Fred Watson, has written a book for children that explores stargazing, aliens, comets, space travel and more. If you live in New South Wales and you have had your second vaccine dose from today, you might be eligible for a booster shot. Fri 12 Nov , am. Aid workers blocked from helping asylum seekers stranded on Belarus-Poland border Thousands of migrants remain trapped between Belarus and Poland, as aid workers continue to be blocked from accessing the asylum seekers, who are camping in below-freezing conditions.
At least 10 people have reportedly died at the border, including one child. Fiji says 'Bula' to returning residents but holiday makers have to wait a little longer Fiji is finally lifting its COVID 19 border restrictions nearly two years after the pandemic forced the border shut.
Will Britney Spears finally be free? Millions of junk credits issued for Australian forests that already exist There are further questions about the integrity of Australia's carbon credits scheme, with new analysis revealing millions of credits issued for reforestation are junk cuts.
FW de Klerk, the last South African president under apartheid, dies aged 85 Former South African president FW de Klerk has died at the age of 85, having been diagnosed with cancer earlier this year.
Unemployment rises to 5. Government needs to take more than a forecast of wages growth to the election - Politics with David Speers Following yesterday's unexpectedly high unemployment rate, the Federal Government needs to take more than a forecast of wages improving to the election; they will need tangible evidence, given the years of flat wages growth. China's Xi Jinping cements his status with historic resolution The Chinese Communist Party has passed a "historical resolution", cementing Xi Jinping's status in political history.
How a hand signal can to save women from violence A simple hand signal learnt from social media has saved a missing teenager in the US after it was recognised by a passer-by who called police. Lockdown cooking sensation Nat's What I reckon launches cookbook Pre-pandemic, Nat's What I Reckon already had a strong social media following but over the last two years of lockdowns, his irreverent, funny and straightforward cooking videos have made him a global sensation.
Today's poem comes from Darwin-based poet, author and podcast producer Johanna Bell. Thu 11 Nov , am. Tensions escalate as migrants remain stranded on the Belarus-Poland border Tension on the border between Belarus and Poland is escalating, with thousands of migrants stuck between the two countries in below freezing conditions.
What is the Global Stocktake? Indigenous vaccination gap a significant concern as borders reopen The national double vaccination rate continues to climb, but the figures are much lower in Indigenous communities. French church to pay abuse compensation - The Backstory with Max Chalmers It's been almost a decade since Australia announced a landmark royal commission into child abuse.
Will Australia's intransigence on climate damage our trade relationships? British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is urging nations to "pull out all the stops" to limit global warming, Meanwhile, Australia's biggest coal market, China, has agreed to phase down coal consumption, raising questions about the future of Australia's coal exports. PM trying to turn climate change into a "practical challenge" - Politics with Peter Van Onselen Scott Morrison is attempting to deal with climate change as a practical challenge and shift the pre-election narrative to economic management.
Tuvalu could be uninhabitable in 50 years due to climate change Tuvalu's Foreign Minister has delivered an eye-catching address to delegates at the COP26, standing knee-deep in the ocean to illustrate his country's plight.
The country risks being submerged if climate change does not slow. Emergency services rescued one driver yesterday and some roads have been closed. Australian Chamber Orchestra return to the stage Wed 10 Nov , am. Australian climate policy dead last on international index The global Climate Change Performance Index has given Scott Morrison's 'Australian way' emissions plan a score of zero, placing it dead last on a ranking of more than 60 countries.
Ethiopia's conflict in Tigray spills into neighbouring regions Ethiopia's 10 month conflict in Tigray continues to worsen, as the Tigray People's Liberation Front and its allies advance towards the capital, Addis Ababa. Australian students record high anxiety levels in first year of pandemic A national program that monitors the wellbeing of tens of thousands of school students has found a third of them experienced high levels of anxiety during the first year of the pandemic.
Standing tickets return to UK football matches - The Backstory with Max Chalmers One of the country's most beloved and controversial traditions is about to come roaring back after a quarter of a century ban. Australia behind the rest of the world when it comes to EVs If you believe the Federal Government's message, Australia's about to hit the accelerator when it comes to the number of electric vehicles on the roads.
Hospitality industry struggling with worker shortage Before the pandemic, hospitality venues across the country relied heavily on skilled migrants and international students. The case for re-skilling to address labour shortages Australia's economy is facing labour shortages across a range of sectors including IT, advertising and healthcare. The humans of Kangaroo Island After the devastating Black Summer fires, 'Humans of Kangaroo Island' was created on social media to showcase the island's stories, identity, culture and history.
New research brings psychedelic drugs a step closer to medical use There's growing interest in the use of psychedelic medicine in the treatment of complex mental health disorders like depression and PTSD. Tue 9 Nov , am. Italy convicts first 70 'Ndrangheta members in massive Mafia trial Italy's most powerful organised crime organisation 'Ndrangheta has been dealt a severe blow, with more than 70 of its members convicted in the first stage of the biggest anti-mafia trial in three decades.
Tears of joy as the US lifts travel restrictions Families separated for days have welcomed news that the US is lifting its travel ban, introduced at the start of the pandemic. Labor welcomes election fight over the economy Shadow Treasurer Jim Chalmers has welcomed the Federal Government's declaration that the economic recovery from the COVID pandemic will be at the centre of its re-election strategy.
To help do that, he's about to do something only two Chinese leaders have done before him. National Farmers on the net-zero future The Government says its climate ambitions are being tempered by the needs of rural Australia, arguing those on the land will be hung out to dry if the country looks to cut emissions too drastically.
So what do farmers have to say about it? Protecting the vulnerable: Doherty models how Australia can reopen safely More than 80 per cent of Australians aged over 15 are fully vaccinated against COVID, but there are still parts of the community that have far lower rates of protection.
Voters unlikely to forget the Coalition's campaign against EVs at the last election - Politics with David Crowe The Federal Government has released its electric vehicles policy, but their "intense" rhetoric and campaign against EVs at the last federal election will shape how people view the government and this policy. ABF defends enforcement of Pacific worker scheme With farms around Australia crying out for labour, the Federal Government has expanded its visa programs, doubling the number of Pacific Islanders allowed to work in Australia.
Kevin Sheedy's Icons of Sport Former AFL player and coach Kevin Sheedy is an Australian sporting icon; his work on and off the field continues to impact the game years after his retirement.
New show takes on doomsday preppers - Talking TV with Wenlei Ma Ten years ago, National Geographic premiered an oddball reality series called 'Doomsday Preppers', featuring Americans who were readying for what they thought would be the end of the world.
Calls for Australia to build conventional submarines to supplement existing fleet The Federal Government's plan to build new nuclear-powered submarines here is raising concerns Australia will be left strategically vulnerable. Kindness could be the key to improving the healthcare system As Australia's healthcare system continues to feel the ongoing strain of the COVID pandemic, anxiety and stress present another relentless challenge to frontline workers.
Mon 8 Nov , am. NT snap lockdown expected to lift - Health with Dr Norman Swan Darwin's snap three day lockdown is expected to lift at midnight on Monday after no new coronavirus infections were detected on Sunday. Almost dead in Sierra Leone after fuel tanker explosion The World Health Organisation has pledged to send supplies and deploy specialists in burn injuries to Sierra Leone after a fuel tanker explosion in the capital Freetown.
Almost a people were killed and dozens injured after the tanker collided with a lorry. It comes as the country faces protests in the wake of a national election last month. Keith Pitt: Australia will keep selling coal for as long as the world keeps buying it Resources Minister Keith Pitt has defended Australia's decision not to join more than 40 countries which have signed a commitment at the Glasgow climate talks to phase out coal used for electricity generation.
Labor launches attack on Scott Morrison's honesty - Politics with Michelle Grattan With the Prime Minister back home from his deeply troubled visit to the climate talks and the G20, Labor has launched a strong attack on Scott Morrison's honesty and integrity. Afghan orphans in hiding waiting on Australian visas Hundreds of Afghan orphans and widows are in hiding from the Taliban as they wait on Australian visas.
Flight Centre threatens legal challenge to WA border rules Flight Centre is considering a legal challenge to WA's border closures if the state does not begin lifting restrictions once 70 to 80 per cent of the population is fully vaccinated.
New York marathon win for wheelchair champion Madison de Rozario Australian racer Madison de Rozario has just won the New York marathon women's wheelchair division, taking the lead in a tight race to win. It tops off a fantastic year for de Rozario, who also won gold at the Tokyo Paralympics.
Border Force urged to crackdown on absconding Pacific Island workers Farmers are calling on Australian Border Force to crackdown on a growing number of absconding Pacific Island seasonal workers who've breached their visas after being poached by dodgy labour hire firms.
Fri 5 Nov , am. Effort to phase out fossil fuels gains momentum at COP26 At least 20 countries have overnight agreed to end financing for fossil fuel projects abroad by the end of next year at the COP26 climate summit. Former Kiribati President calls for Australia to set emissions target Pacific Island leaders have made clear their frustration with Australia's unwillingness to adopt an ambitious target to reduce carbon emissions.
New twist in Lockerbie bombing case - The Backstory with Max Chalmers The bombing of Pan Am Flight is the deadliest terror attack to ever hit the United Kingdom and more than 30 years on, only one man has ever been jailed.
Will COP26 reach agreement on a global carbon market? Booster shots, Indigenous vaccination rates to dominate National Cabinet National Cabinet will meet today for the first time in more than a month, with New South Wales and Victoria expected to present a united front, calling for more vaccines to speed up the rollout of booster shots and vaccinations for children. Public hospitals failing to keep up with demand Public hospitals are failing to keep with demand, according to the country's peak medical body.
Great Barrier Reef a 'bleached chequerboard' A new study reveals the impacts of multiple climate extremes on coral reefs over the past three decades, with only two per cent of the Great Barrier Reef escaping bleaching in that time. Rapid-fire marine heatwaves have left the Great Barrier Reef a bleached 'chequerboard'. Background Briefing: Vulnerable, unvaxxed, and running out of time Australia's state and territory borders are beginning to open up but there are still communities across the country with low COVID vaccination rates, even though they should have been near the front of the queue.
King Stingray - old mates with new music Founding members of the band King Stingray, Yirrna Yinnupingu and Roy Kellaway, have been hanging out since they were toddlers in the Yothu Yindi tour entourage in the s. Thu 4 Nov , am. Audioboom Studios. Power: Hugh Hefner. Somethin' Else. You Might Also Like.
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