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CCTV of Alfredo Isho stabbing

CCTV played to the jury in the murder trial of Fredon Botrus, accused of fatally stabbing Alfredo Isho at barber shop Classico Hair Studio, Bossley Park, on January 11, 2019. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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Captain Cotch back to Brownlow best

Richmond coach Damien Hardwick has declared captain Trent Cotchin is playing as well as his Brownlow winning season despite doing it “tough” as hub-life took a toll on him and his family. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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Weather To Watch

WATCH: Spring warmth, wild winds and the first thunderstorms in the season. Sky News Meteorologist Rob Sharpe provides your weather to watch. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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Biden and Trump struggling to ‘transcend political tribalism’ ahead of US election

The political debate leading up to the November Presidential election in the US has become mired in divisive tribal maneuvering’s perpetrated by both the Republicans and the Democrats, according to United States Studies Centre's James Brown. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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Crowds at Roma pub, Queensland

Video has emerged showing groups at a Queensland country pub, the Club Hotel at Roma, apparently thumbing their nose at strict COVID safety rules for licensed venues. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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Protesters March in Kenosha for Demonstration Organized by Jacob Blake’s Family

The family of Jacob Blake and community leaders organized a rally and march in Kenosha, Wisconsin, on August 29, to protest police brutality in the wake of Blake’s shooting by police. Footage of the march shows protesters chanting “hands up, don’t shoot” as they wave flags and hold placards. According to local news, speakers include Jacob Blake’s uncle, Justin Blake, Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes, Congresswoman Gwen Moore, local activist Ma’kia Hughes, and national organizer Dijuan Wash. Credit: @joeharmsen via Storyful Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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WA-made film wins top gong

A WA-made short film about a miner stuck on a desolate alien planet has won the inaugural Short Film Prize at this year’s CinefestOZ Film Festival. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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Vic records 94 new cases, 18 deaths

Victoria has recorded less than 100 new cases for the first time in almost two months. Premier Daniel Andrews revealed there were 94 new cases recorded in the past 24 hours and 18 new deaths. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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Protesters Display US COVID-19 Death Toll Sign Amid RNC Fireworks in Washington

Protesters held signs showing the number of people who had died from COVID-19 in the United States as the Republican National Convention (RNC) concluded with a firework display in Washington DC on August 27. The RNC was holding its final night at the White House, at which President Donald Trump delivered his acceptance speech of the Republican nomination to run for president at the 2020 election in November. Protesters gathered outside the White House, and played loud music to try and disrupt the speech. When the fireworks began, they held up illuminated signs reading “Trump failed 180,000+ died”. The Centre for Disease Control reported 178,998 people had died from COVID-19 in the United States over the course of the pandemic. Credit: LesbianFeminist via Storyful Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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Giant US Flag Torn Apart by Hurricane Laura in Winnsboro, Louisiana

A United States flag was ripped in two after Hurricane Laura made landfall as a Category 4 storm near the Louisiana-Texas border late on Wednesday, August 26. The hurricane flattened buildings, brought severe flooding, caused major damage to roads and other infrastructure, and cut off water and power to communities. Louisiana Govenor John Bel Edwards said at a press conference that at least four people had died in the storms, including a 14-year-old girl. The hurricane was downgraded to a tropical depression as it moved inland on Thursday, August 27. Credit: Northeast Louisiana Ambulance via Storyful Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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Audi’s fire-breathing performance car

Audi’s RS3 performance hatch and sedan are some of the most desired sports cars on the planet – the duo are fast, fun, stylish and packed with tech and equipment. But how do they hold up against the latest wave of premium hot hatches? Here are five things you need to know about the Audi RS3. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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Bombshell protest brings tennis to a halt

Japan’s Naomi Osaka sent shockwaves throughout the tennis world by withdrawing from her WTA Western & Southern Open semi-final in New York to protest the police shooting of an unarmed black man in America, and the entire sport soon followed suit. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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Border rules to change at midnight

Premier Steven Marshall has apologised for the “inconvenience” of restrictions to cross border communities who will be allowed to re-enter South Australia as of midnight Thursday. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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Hawks not calling time on Burgoyne yet

Hawthorn hasn’t completely put the cue in the rack for 2020 but with finals out of the picture will “trial some things” in the final five rounds to prepare for a very uncertain 2021 landscape. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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Mid-Session 25 Aug 20: ASX rises to new highs on bank gains

The Aussie market is lifting on Tuesday with the ASX 200 boosted by a solid lead from US markets and a rally for the big four banks. Afterpay (APT) also hit a new all-time high as investors continue to react to its proposed expansion into Europe but health, mining consumer staples are a drag. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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‘He took the advantage’

AFL: Geelong appeared to take advantage after Jack Steven won a free kick. But after Brad Close was seemingly caught holding the ball, the umpire allowed Steven to take an, ultimately unsuccessful, set-shot attempt. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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Dogs storm down left edge

NRL: The Canterbury Bulldogs have scored a brilliant try through the unspoken chemistry of Tim Lafai and nick Meaney, to take an early lead over the NZ Warriors. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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Fireys burn back dangerous scrub at Midge Point

Midge Point rural fireys and Department of Environment and Science officers cleared a dangerous patch of scrub surrounding a camping a fishing ground at Jimmys Rock Rd. Bridge member Thomas Brown said a wildfire tore through a section of the scrub during the horror fire season in October 2019. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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Power’s ‘1 in 100’ play

AFL: Port Adelaide young gun Zak Butters explains how a block from teammate Ollie Wines allowed him and his team to pull off an extraordinary match-winning goal. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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The 43 venues QLD covid patients visited

Public health alerts have been issued for more than 40 spots across Brisbane, Ipswich and Logan, as officials race to track any potential cases linked to an outbreak at the Brisbane Youth Detention Centre. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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Nishikori tests positive

US Open: Japanese tennis star Kei Nishikori has tested positive for COVID-19 for the second time only 10 days out from the opening of the US Open. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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Broncos bizarre HT warm-up

NRL: Footage of Broncos players carrying out a bizarre half-time warm-up drill after an exhausting first half against the Dragons has raised question marks over the side's tactics. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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Blackheath Blanketed in Snow Amid Cold Snap

Snow fell in the Blue Mountains region of New South Wales, on August 22, as a cold snap brought wintry conditions to southeastern Australia. “It will be a cold and windy weekend for many parts of NSW. Some winds could be strong enough to bring down trees and powerlines,” the Bureau of Meteorology warned. Video shows snow falling in Blackheath in the Blue Mountains. Nearby areas, including Katoomba, were also seen blanketed in snow. Credit: @robbie_son_of_dobbie via Storyful Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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Unwanted history for $131m superstar

Sevilla won the Europa League for a sixth time as Diego Carlos’s overhead kick deflected in off Romelu Lukaku 16 minutes from time to beat Inter Milan 3-2 in a thrilling final in Cologne. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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Smoke From Raging Pine Gulch Fire in Colorado, Triggers Air Quality Concerns

Smoke from fires in Colorado triggered air quality warnings from officials on August 20. “Smoke from the #PineGulchFire and the #GrizzlyCreekFire continues to create heavy impacts in areas of central and W CO. Air quality continues to be a concern in these areas on Thursday and into Friday. Good day to stay indoors, protect your health,” an alert from the Colorado Air Pollution Control Division read. Aerial footage of the 122,550 acre Pine Gulch fire showed smoke rising from the blaze which was 17 percent contained on Thursday evening. The fire is the second-largest wildfire in Colorado’s history, according to news reports. Credit: @dfpc_mma via Storyful Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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Commentator just kissed career goodbye

The longtime play-by-play man for the Cincinnati Reds exited the broadcast booth Thursday and begged for forgiveness after video showed him using a homophobic slur on a hot mic earlier in the day. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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Scott wants five majors to be a legend

Five majors is the pass mark to become a “legend of the game” according to Aussie Adam Scott who has made that his target in a world where Tiger Woods no longer makes players feel inferior. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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Mid-Session 18 Aug 20: ASX edges higher at lunch

The Aussie market is holding onto slim gains at lunch with improvements for healthcare, materials and IT offsetting declines among the banks, staples and energy. Westpac (WBC) is the largest individual weight after it decided to scrap its interim dividend at a Q3 update while Cochlear (COH is jumping on its FY20 profit release. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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Democrats Tune In to Virtual National Convention as COVID-19 Forces Event Without Crowds

Democrats were forced to follow a virtual version of the 2020 Democratic National Convention from home as the event went online on August 17 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The event was held in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and was scheduled to run for four days featuring speeches from party figures including Joe Biden, who was the party’s presumptive nominee for the presidential election in November. This video posted to Twitter by Wayne Thomas shows him, and his daughter, watching the convention being broadcasted by ABC, as his daughter sings along to the national anthem. “My daughter loves to sing and when Donald Trump won the Presidency in 2016, I promised her there would be a day we could pick someone different if we choose to do so. We’re certainly ready to!” Thomas told Storyful in a Twitter post. Credit: Wayne Thomas via Storyful Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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New theory on NZ cluster origin

“Our focus is to get to the bottom of this cluster.” That’s what NZ Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said at a press conference on Monday when announcing the extraordinary step of moving the country’s election date by four weeks. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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New car’s remarkable claim

Mini has launched its new compact Countryman SUV hybrid. The petrol-electric machine delivers some impressive fuel use figures but is it worth the money? Here are five things you need to know about the Mini Countryman Hybrid. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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Google‘s shock threat to Aussies

Tech giant Google is sending an “open letter” to millions of Australian users today, warning that their search results, personal data, and free services will be put at risk by a ruling from Australia’s competition watchdog that would see the company pay for the news it uses. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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Rare ‘Firenado’ Warning Issued for California’s Loyalton Fire

The National Weather Service issued a rare fire tornado – or “firenado” – warning for the Loyalton Fire, which was burning near the California border outside Reno on Saturday, August 15. The National Weather Service in Reno tweeted that “extreme fire behavior” would continue into Saturday evening with new fire tornadoes possible. The NWS had earlier issued a tornado warning for the Loyalton Fire area, adding that so-called “firenadoes” were an “extreme weather phenomenon that can occur with rotating fire columns.” By 5pm, the fire was estimated to have grown to 20,000 acres and was only 5 percent contained. Evacuation orders had been issued for several surrounding areas. In this video, the fire can be seen burning towards the Interstate-395 highway. Credit: Kacie Nicole Shourd / @happywxfriend via Storyful Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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Brutal combo FLOORS UFC heavyweight

MMA: As the first round came to a close, UFC heavyweight Chris Daukas had no intention of letting the fight reach the second judging by this brutal combination he landed on opponent Parker Porter. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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COVID-19: Getting Through This Together campaign

The National Mental Health Commission is launching stage 2 of its Getting Through This Together campaign targeting more vulnerable groups, including the young, who have reported a massive increase in mental health issues due to COVID-19. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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Qld records two-week virus streak

Queensland has recorded its 14th consecutive day without any COVID-19 community transmission, as Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk confirmed there had been no new cases in the 24 hours to Saturday. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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Waterspout Spins on Green Lake in Spicer, Minnesota

A waterspout formation was seen on Green Lake, in Spicer, Minnesota, on August 14, amid storm warnings for the region. Local resident Nate Reznechek captured footage of the funnel swirling over the water. Severe thunderstorm warnings and a tornado warning were issued for central Minnesota. The National Weather Service wrote: “Storms in central Minnesota could be producing severe weather over the next couple of hours as it heads east. If a warning is issued for your location, please calmly seek shelter in the interior room of the lowest level of a sturdy structure.” Credit: Nate Reznechek via Storyful Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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Rain Outlook

WATCH: Dam levels are rising and rain is heading into southern Australia this week. Sky News Meteorologist lets you know how much rain is heading to your place this week. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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Horror Steve Waugh moment changed it all

To this day Steve Waugh remains one of Australian cricket’s most revered captains — and one of the country’s most respected athletes — but he may never have reached that status if not for a horrific on-field accident. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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Family to killer: ‘How could you?’

The family of Adrian Trett, whose fatally injured body was found abandoned on a footpath at Mannum, has tearfully told how his killer fronted up to his funeral, shook their hands and offered condolences. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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‘Why Is She Just Laying There?’: Protester Lies on Ground Surrounded by Police in Tampa

A protester was filmed lying on the ground surrounded by police while onlookers tried to check on the woman’s welfare in downtown Tampa, Florida, on August 12. In this video of the incident, a person can be seen on the ground encircled by a group of Tampa Police Department officers. “Why is just laying there?” a voice can be heard saying in the background at one point, while another voice can be heard saying: “Are you OK?” In another video from the same location, an officer can be seen with one knee on a person wearing clothes matching those on the protester in this footage. “Stop, stop, stop, get your knee off her neck,” a voice can be heard saying in the other video. Storyful has contacted Tampa Police for comment. Credit: @mkgfaith via Storyful Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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Mikakos Hennessy powers transfer

Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews says due resetting of quarantine, Victorian Health Minister Jenny Mikakos has had several parts of the Health and Wellbeing act transferred to Attorney General Jill Hennessy Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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Rain Outlook

WATCH: Showers in the south, rain in the east and more fronts for the west. Find out how much rain for your area with Sky News Meteorologist Rob Sharpe Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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