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Rinehart’s $200m donation to convert homes for veterans welcomed by RSL – as it happened
Apr 23, 2026 - World 
This blog is now closedAustralians ‘uneasy’ about NDIS cuts amid $53bn in new defence spending, Mark Butler concedesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastJames Valentine’s family has released a statement after his death. Here’s what they had to say:James passed peacefully at home surrounded by his family, who adored him. Throughout his illness, James did it his way, which lasted all the way until the end when he made the choice to do Voluntary Assisted Dying. Both he and his family are grateful he was given the option to go out on his own terms. He was calm, dignified as always and somehow still making us laugh. Continue reading...
U.S. Navy to deploy modular containers carrying payloads of weapons, drones for swarming
Apr 23, 2026 - World 
The Navy is developing weapons and other military systems to be deployed inside shipping containers and used on both drone ships and traditional warships, according to Navy officials.
Lebanon decries Israeli demolition of homes in areas occupied after ceasefire
Apr 23, 2026 - World 
The Israeli army has been destroying homes in areas of southern Lebanon it has occupied since agreeing last week to a ceasefire with Hezbollah
2 trains collide in Denmark, leaving 5 people critically injured
Apr 23, 2026 - World
Two trains have collided in Denmark, leaving five people critically injured
ICC confirms ex-Philippine president Duterte will face crimes against humanity trial
Apr 23, 2026 - World
International Criminal Court confirms ex-Philippine president Duterte will face trial on crimes against humanity charges
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