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Iran's deputy foreign minister says there's no plan for a second round of negotiations with the US for now.He says the US has shown it's "not serious" about pursuing the diplomatic process and has accused Washington of committing "aggressive acts". It comes after Washington seized an Iranian-flagged cargo ship in the Gulf of Oman. Iran's highest operational command unit says the seizure is in violation of the two-week ceasefire.Washington says it attacked and seized the ship as it attempted to get past its blockade of Iranian ports.Authorities in Japan say a magnitude 7-point-5 earthquake has struck off the northeastern coast of the country. They're urging residents to stay away from coastal areas, where tsunami waves up to 3 metres high are expected. Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi says the government has set up an emergency task force and is urging citizens in the affected areas to evacuate to safety.and the Fair Work Commission has handed down a landmark order that will require large companies like Coles, Woolworths and Amazon to conduct reviews of fuel prices with their outsourced truck drivers and transport companies. The measure is the first of its kind under new laws brought into help transport operators dealing with the soaring price of fuel, amid the Middle East war. The Transport Workers Union says the order is "historic". Press the 'Follow' or '+' button on this show page to add us to your playlist, so you never miss an episode.

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Iranian state media is reporting that Tehran has launched drones against US military vessels.

It comes after Iran's highest operational command unit described the seizing of an Iranian flagged cargo ship by US forces as a violation of the ceasefire... promising to retaliate.

Washington says it attacked and seized the ship as it attempted to get past its blockade of Iranian ports.

Further peace talks between the US and Iran are scheduled to take place later today but Iranian state media is reporting Tehran wont attend.

The Fair Work Commission has handed down a landmark order that will require large companies like Coles, Woolworths and Amazon to conduct reviews of fuel prices with their outsourced truck drivers and transport companies.

The measure is the first of its kind under new laws brought into help transport operators dealing with the soaring price of fuel, amid the Middle East war.

The Transport Workers Union says the order is "historic".

and former Australian Rules footballer Barry Cable has been found not guilty of abusing a girl in the 19-60s.

The 82-year-old faced trial in the W-A District Court last month, accused of sexual offences against a child who was aged nine or 10 at the time.

The alleged victim told the court Mr Cable abused her in his home.

Judge Michael Bowden found the 82-year-old not guilty of all charges.

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Iranian state media is reporting Tehran has "no plans" to participate in upcoming peace talks with the US that were scheduled to take place in Pakistan.

It comes after Washington seized an Iranian-flagged cargo ship in the Gulf of Oman.

Tehran has promised to retaliate arguing the seizure is in violation of the two week ceasefire.

The US military says it fired several rounds at the vessel, disabling its engine, after it tried to get past an American blockade.

US President Donald Trump says the ship is now in American custody.

Meanwhile, the price of fresh food is set to rise as the war in the Middle East continues to disrupt Australia's supply of fuel and fertiliser.

The effects of the shortages are being felt across the supply chain, with farmers paying significantly more to grow food.

It's also now more expensive to transport perishable goods to the supermarket... directly feeding into higher prices.

and Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan says a Melbourne bus driver has been stood down after a boy was dragged several metres while hanging on the outside of a bus.

Videos circulating on social media show the boy being dragged along the road, after his school bag was caught on the bus's doors while travelling through Wheelers Hill in the city's south-east.

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Iran's top joint military command has accused the US of violating their two-week ceasefire by firing at an Iranian commercial ship in the Gulf of Oman.

US President Donald Trump claims the Iranian-flagged ship ignored warnings from the U-S Navy.

A US navy destroyer opened fire on the vessel that was reportedly travelling from China to Iran hitting the engine room of the cargo ship before American marines boarded it and took control.

Tehran says it's an act of 'armed piracy' and its forces have attacked some U-S military ships with drones, in response.

A gunman in the US state of Louisiana has killed eight children, including seven of his own.

It's one of America's deadliest mass shootings in more than two years.

Authorities have identified him as Shamar Elkins, he was shot and killed by police.

He also wounded two women, who are in a critical condition.

and former SAS soldier Ben Roberts-Smith has been seen reporting to police for the first time since he was released on bail after being charged with the war crime of murder.

The Victoria Cross recipient has been charged with five counts of the offence, with the alleged incidents said to have occurred in Afghanistan between 2009 and 2012.

Roberts-Smith is yet to enter a plea but has said he intends to use his criminal trial to clear his name.

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The Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers has expressed frustration over the latest developments in the war in the Middle East saying Australia's economy "is in lots of ways hostage" to decisions made in Washington and Tehran.

The Albanese Government has revealed the National Disability Insurance Scheme will be the "most important" part of savings in the upcoming budget.

The operators of the fire-ravaged Geelong oil refinery have charted a path back to nearly full production in the coming weeks.

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There is a mixed picture today on how the war in the Middle East is impacting Australians.

Fuel prices are dropping but there are concerns over the cost of plastic packaging.

The Albanese government is looking at savings when it comes to capital gains and the NDIS as it prepares its upcoming budget. 

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Fresh food prices are set to soar in Australia due to ongoing pressure on the supply of fuel and fertiliser caused by the Middle East conflict.

There is a mixed picture today on how the war in the Middle East is impacting Australians.

Fuel prices are dropping but there are concerns over the cost of plastic packaging.

The Albanese government is looking at savings when it comes to capital gains and the NDIS as it prepares its upcoming budget. 

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Gay and bisexual men and transgender people in long-term monogamous relationships are now allowed to donate blood and platelets under new donation eligibility rules in Australia.