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A ship carrying over 200 people capsized in the Java Sea, leaving 129 missing, 6 confirmed dead, and 108 survivors. Search efforts are hampered by brutal weather, forcing authorities to attempt a risky salvage operation to right the vessel before diving teams can access it. Families are being given unprecedented access to the scene, while divers recover personal items and packages from the submerged wreck as rescue crews battle relentless currents and waves.

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Former Malaysian PM Najib Razak is set to serve the remainder of his sentence under house arrest after the King granted a conditional pardon — a move that could ignite political turmoil. Convicted in the 1Malaysia Development Berhad scandal, where billions were allegedly stolen from a state fund he helped establish, Najib has long denied wrongdoing, calling himself a scapegoat in a global conspiracy. His sentence was previously halved in 2024, but house arrest wasn’t legally secured then. He still faces another lengthy prison term and massive fines for abuse of power and money laundering, which he’s appealing. At 73, Najib remains politically influential within his party, now part of the ruling coalition. The current Prime Minister’s allies had opposed leniency, and this pardon may deepen internal rifts — even sparking rumors of an early election if tensions escalate. As part of the new terms, Najib must pay a 50 million ringgit fine, though it’s unclear when he’ll transition from prison to house arrest.

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South Australia’s wine industry gets a $108 million lifeline as the state fights to revive a sector battered by oversupply, plummeting prices, and lingering trade woes—especially the China dispute. A $100 million loan program lets struggling vineyards transition to other crops or higher-value uses, with two years of interest-free repayment and low rates. Another $5 million targets overseas expansion, particularly into Canada, while $675,000 funds a premium food and wine marketing push. With production at a 25-year low and grape prices down 6%, this package is seen as a critical first step toward recovery—and even includes funds to tackle surplus wine and timber post waste.

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A lawyer for a developer on the run is now under fire after being grilled by anti-corruption investigators over his ties to builder Jean Nassif — who’s currently hiding in Lebanon. The commission uncovered explosive texts between Maheswaran and political lobbyist Jeremy Greenwood, including one where Greenwood ominously said, “We have something that will kill Elliott,” referring to David Elliott, a vocal critic of Nassif. Maheswaran brushed it off with a dismissive reply, but investigators pushed back, reminding him companies are made of people — not robots. He admitted working closely with Nassif since 2020, holding shifting roles worth nearly $1.4 million over three years — more than previously recorded. Authorities seized his devices just days after raiding Nassif’s properties. Meanwhile, Nassif himself called into the inquiry from Lebanon, leveling wild accusations against Elliott — calling him racist and corrupt — while claiming he’s the “Godfather” of the Liberal Party and even orchestrated Elliott’s ousting — all while denying any direct payment to lobbyists.

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A Colombian nurse, Yeline Patino, shocked the world by marrying her beloved TransMilenio bus—route sixty—after a 20-year romance that began in childhood. Now 35, she quit her nursing job to work at the bus depot and even has a wedding certificate and ring to honor their union. But her joy is tinged with dread: Bogotá’s new metro plans threaten to eliminate route sixty by 2028, leaving her fearing the loss of her “husband.” She’s now pleading for global support to save the route, hoping to preserve her unique love story as the city modernizes.

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An 18-year-old in Queensland faces serious charges for promoting violent extremism and possessing child abuse material after an FBI tip triggered a joint Australian-US operation. Allegedly targeting Muslim, Jewish, and immigrant communities with online hate and terrorist rhetoric, the teen was arrested following a May raid. Authorities warn of early signs of radicalization like obsession with conspiracy theories, urging vigilance in digital spaces. This case underscores the critical partnership between the FBI and AFP in combating cross-border terrorism and protecting youth from extremist influence.

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Shark alert: Police and Water Police are investigating a serious incident at a popular beach, with three crews sent home and air support now on scene. Authorities have shut down the water despite warm temps — and this comes after another attack last week at Glenfield Beach, where a man in his 50s was seriously injured but is now stable. Surf Lifesaving WA’s summer patrols are underway, but officials warn: the ocean remains unpredictable. Stay out of the water and heed safety guidelines until more info is released.

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Australia’s top spy chief, Mike Burgess, warns that China’s cyber capabilities are so advanced they could potentially shut down the nation’s telecom networks — though not an immediate threat to everyday citizens. He highlights ongoing sabotage risks from Chinese hacking groups targeting Australia and the U.S., emphasizing how anything connected to a network is vulnerable. Burgess also raises alarms about foreign threats to Australia’s Jewish community, particularly from Iran, warning that anti-Israel sentiment is being wrongly conflated with anti-Jewish hostility — a dangerous trend that could lead to targeted violence on home soil. The message: stay vigilant, protect sensitive conversations, and recognize that sophisticated adversaries are actively probing Australia’s digital infrastructure and specific communities.

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Australia’s youth justice system is under fire from a new senate report revealing shocking disparities and calling for evidence-based reform—not political panic. Despite media hype, youth arrests dropped 5% last year, continuing a 20-year decline in offending. The report urges politicians to stop chasing fear and start listening to data, warning that outdated policies are harming kids—especially First Nations youth, who are 24 times more likely to be locked up. With bipartisan support, a new national task force will unite police, education, health, and legal sectors to overhaul the system. While the ACT has raised the age of criminal responsibility to 14, most states still prosecute children as young as 10—a global outlier. The push is on to end systemic injustice, reduce trauma-driven incarceration, and build safer communities through real, coordinated reform.

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Tasmanian devil Mary pulled off a jaw-dropping escape from Paradise Country’s enclosure, clearing a 1.5-meter fence and vanishing for two weeks—until she was found two kilometers away, seriously injured with brain inflammation. After a high-stakes search involving sniffer dogs and thermal drones, Mary’s dramatic adventure ended in recovery, thanks to dedicated wildlife care. Her enclosure has been upgraded for safety, and now, three months later, she’s back in her outdoor habitat—and soon to reunite with friend Mavka.

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