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FEATURE: How Zaaki’s first trainer grew up dodging bombs

Like sheltering from bombs about to strike your house … or running for your life when your school is attacked.Growing up in Lebanon in the 1970s, Moubarak saw it all in the Civil War and other conflicts which rocked his childhood homeland.“It was very scary when they attacked, we used to go to the bottom of our building in the garage and hide there and you can hear all the bombing on top of us,” Moubarak, speaking from Florida, America, where he now trains, told News Corp. “It was all very tragic.“I twice got lost coming out of school when it was attacked, when things start to light up the schools turn the kids loose and everyone starts to run home. “At a young age I got lost a couple of times, once I had to stay for a couple of nights with total strangers.“You never forgot things like this.“We moved to England because of the ongoing Civil War and there was a lot of different types of war.”The road to unearthing Zaaki was a long one for Moubarak who moved to Ireland as a teenager and w...
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Surprise move from Russia’s $19b man

On the weekend Abramovich sensationally gave up control of Chelsea amid Russia’s invasion of Ukraine as the club announced the 55-year-old handed over the “stewardship and care” of the team to the trustees of its charitable foundation.Abramovich and other Russian oligarchs have been under fire with English government officials calling for action to be taken and their assets to be frozen.But it has since been claimed by Abramovich’s team that he has been contacted to help bring an end to the atrocities taking place in Ukraine.“I can confirm that Roman Abramovich was contacted by the Ukrainian side for support in achieving a peaceful resolution, and that he has been trying to help ever since,” his spokeswoman said.“Considering what is at stake, we would ask for understanding as to why we have not commented on neither the situation as such nor his involvement.” However, as reported by The Guardian, Abramovich’s spokeswoman conceded he would have “limited” influence.Abramovich’s attempt to...
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AFL boss’ strange ‘sexiest things’ call

McLachlan announced the state-of-the-art screens would be installed at either end of the ground, owned by the league, in time for the first game of the season at the roofed venue on March 18 between St Kilda and Collingwood.Stream every match of every round of the 2022 Toyota AFL Premiership Season Live & Ad-Break Free In Play on Kayo. New to Kayo? Try 14-days free now.They are part of a $225 million redevelopment of the venue, opened in March 2000, along with improved lighting and facilities both in and around the stadium.“The Marvel Stadium upgrade represents a significant investment by the Victorian Government and by the AFL and provides a unique opportunity to revitalise our stadium as both a world class sports and entertainment venue and a day-to-day destination for the city of Melbourne,” McLachlan said on Monday.“20 years ago it set a benchmark, but now requires improvements to provide a modern offering. Our vision is to make Marvel Stadium and the Marvel Stadium precinct on...
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Floods spark fury over $4.8bn disaster kitty

The unfolding flood event in northern NSW and South East Queensland has reignited criticism from Labor that the Morrison government has largely sat on the emergency response fund (ERF) it announced in April 2019.The ERF allows the government to draw up to $200m a year in additional funding for emergencies and natural disaster recovery and preparedness.Since it was established in 2019 with an initial $3.9bn investment, the ERF has earnt some $836m in interest and paid out $50m in disaster projects, according to the Department of Finance.Emergency Management Minister Bridget McKenzie defended her government’s use of the fund and accused the opposition of playing politics with the flood disaster.She doubled down on her comments on Tuesday morning, saying the ERF was being used as intended.“The emergency response fund was set up as a future fund to be used when all other sources of funding have been exhausted,” she told the ABC.“And I can let you know for this disaster, we haven’t even ins...
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AFL star is not speaking to Nathan Buckley

The Western Bulldogs star last year broke down in tears during an interview when discussing his messy exit from Collingwood — and the impact it had on his partner, netball star Kim Ravallion.Treloar said the situation still “pulls on my heartstrings” but insisted he does not want revenge against Buckley or the Collingwood Football Club.However, Buckley on Monday morning revealed there is still a divide between him and the 28-year-old. Stream every match of every round of the 2022 Toyota AFL Premiership Season Live & Ad-Break Free During Play on Kayo. New to Kayo? Try 14-days free now.He told SEN the pair have not met and says Treloar has not responded to his attempts to reach out.It was one of many extraordinary claims Buckley made when grilled by Demons great Garry Lyon when making a first appearance as a new co-host on SEN’s breakfast show. The Collingwood icon was at the centre of the Magpies’ 2020 trade period disaster when the club pushed Treloar, Jaydn Stephenson and winger T...
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Blizzard Conditions Seen in Central Vermont Amid Snow Squall Warnings

Snow squalls brought whiteouts and dangerous travel conditions to Vermont on Sunday, February 27, as the National Weather Service (NWS) issued warnings for parts of the state. Footage filmed by Twitter user @ThomasFox_4th shows blustery blizzard conditions in South Barre, central Vermont, on Sunday. Wind gusts of up to 40 mph were expected across the region into Sunday evening, according to the NWS. Credit: @ThomasFox_4th via Storyful Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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‘Let history record’ Joe Biden ‘picked his teeth’ as Putin prepared to invade Ukraine

Let history record that much as Nero fiddled while Rome burned, as Putin prepared for the invasion of Ukraine – Joe Biden "picked his teeth," says Sky News host Rowan Dean. President Joe Biden gave a bizarre response to a reporter's question earlier in the week, who asked if he has "underestimated" Vladimir Putin, by staring blankly and picking at his teeth. "Although there is much humour to be derived from President Joe Biden, the invasion of Ukraine is no joke," Mr Dean said. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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Satellite Imagery Shows Russian Forces at Hydroelectric Plant in Southern Ukraine

Satellite imagery taken on Saturday, February 26, shows Russian ground forces at and around the Kakhovka hydroelectric power plant in Nova Kakhovka, Ukraine. Forces were seen on the southern bank of Dnieper River while a large number of armored vehicles were in position less than one kilometer away, according to satellite images from Maxar Technologies. On Thursday morning, Ukraine’s Ministry of Energy reported that unidentified armed forces had entered the power plant’s grounds. Credit: Maxar Technologies via Storyful Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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At Least One Dead in Shooting at Hookah Lounge Near Las Vegas Strip

At least one person was killed and 13 others were injured in a shooting in Las Vegas, Nevada, in the early morning hours of Saturday, February 26. At about 3:15 am, the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department received multiple reports of a shooting at a hookah lounge in the city’s Historic Commercial Center District, near the Las Vegas Strip, according to the department. Medical personnel transported victims suffering from gunshot wounds to local hospitals, where one male adult was pronounced deceased, police said. Preliminary investigation indicated at least two subjects were involved in an altercation during a party at the lounge where gunfire was exchanged, striking multiple people, police said. No arrests had been made at the time of writing. Footage filmed by Dillon Ancheta of Hawaii News Now shows Las Vegas Metropolitan Police on the scene at 3:50 am local time. Credit: Dillon Ancheta/Hawaii News Now via Storyful Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.c...
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Hollywood star’s post on Kyiv-based daughter

When asked on Instagram Friday about the “Heroes” actor’s seven-year-old — who usually lives with Klitschko in his native Ukraine — Panettiere replied in the comments, “She’s safe and not in the Ukraine.”The boxer had said earlier this month his daughter was still going to school in Kyiv, Ukraine’s capital city of three million people.Fortunately she has escaped.“Nasvhille” actor Panettiere, 32, reposted comments Wladimir made about the conflict on Instagram to her own IG Story on Saturday, The New York Post reports.The former Disney child star also shared her own thoughts on Instagram, slamming Russian President Vladimir Putin’s actions as “an absolute disgrace.” “I’m praying for my family and friends there and everyone who’s fighting,” she wrote.“I have personally witnessed the strength of the Ukrainian people who fought so hard for their independence and have continued to passionately defend their country over the years. “What Putin is doing is an absolute disgrace! This horrific mo...
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AUKUS would ‘not have been possible’ without increase to defence expenditure

Finance Minister Simon Birmingham says there will be an increase to defence spending in the budget. "We have been putting in place increases in defence expenditure each and every year that we've been in office," Mr Birmingham told Sky News Australia. "AUKUS would not have been possible had our government not increased the defence expenditure to what it is today. "We would not have been a credible enough partner to enter into those deeper military ties with the US and UK without that increase to defence expenditure." Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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Entertain the days away at this Geelong West address

And, well, parties in general.At the lush 23 Preston St, it’s all business (aka sleeping and resting) at the front, and party central at the back.RELATED:Bold coastal showpiece set to make big splashEpic Highton home down by the riverUntouched old Torquay land has buyers salivatingNew owners can swap fleeting resort holidays for year-round luxury at this residence.But, the circa-1900 Edwardian house ticks all the boxes when it comes to exterior period character.“It’s one of the few double-brick Edwardians built in the Waterloo Precinct of Geelong West,” said Will Ainsworth, Gartland, Geelong listing agent.The impressive street appeal has been a source of constant pride for the vendors, who fell in love with the old red bricks when they purchased the property seven years ago.An extension was added shortly after, with a vision to marry the heritage elements at the front with a conservative, contemporary feel.The original flooring has been maintained throughout, so too the original firepl...
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Russia vetoes UN resolution deploring ‘aggression’ in Ukraine

Eleven of the council's 15 members voted for the motion, which was co-written by the United States and Albania. China, India and the UAE abstained.However the debate offered member nations an opportunity to voice condemnation of President Vladimir Putin's decision to launch a full-scale offensive against Russia's neighbor.The wording of the draft text put before the Security Council was watered down in the hours before the vote to gain more support.The resolution reaffirmed the sovereignty of Ukraine and called for Russia to "immediately cease its use of force against Ukraine.""Make no mistake, Russia is isolated. It has no support for the invasion of Ukraine," said Britain's ambassador to the UN, Barbara Woodward."We have a solemn obligation to not look away... At the very minimum, we have an obligation to object," she said."Just as Russia had a choice. So do you," she pleaded.Moscow does not have a veto there and the resolution ...
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Putin faces personal sanction from Australia

The invasion was ordered by Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday, with Moscow launching a brutal three-pronged assault on its neighbour, attacking by land, sea and air.Russian troops are now attempting to take over the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv with the city facing a barrage of missile attacks overnight as residents are being forced to seek shelter from the violence.Australia initially introduced sanctions, including travel bans, on Russian individuals on Wednesday.Ms Payne on Saturday revealed further co-ordinated sanctions will be imposed to “inflict a cost on those who bear responsibility or who hold levers of power”.Acting Foreign Minister Simon Birmingham on Friday night signed the “necessary instruments” to put financial sanctions on eight Russian oligarchs who are close to President Putin, Ms Payne said at a press conference.The oligarchs are people of key economic and strategic significance, high figures in state banks and companies who are “very close to the president”...
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Cases fall in NSW, Victoria as WA tightens rules

NSW on Saturday morning reported 7017 new infections in the past 24 hours, down from 7583. Eleven people died with Covid on Friday. There are now 1130 infected people in the state’s hospitals with 59 in intensive care. Meanwhile Victoria recorded a further 5874 cases and 15 coronavirus deaths on Friday. The state’s hospitals have 281 Covid patients with 43 in intensive care and five on ventilators. The update comes as rules in Victoria eased significantly, with masks no longer mandatory in most indoor settings from Friday night. Premier Daniel Andrews said the decision to ease rules has been attributed to the number of infected people in hospital more than halving over the past month.“We have made it very clear that we will do everything we can to normalise this virus – to push beyond it to get as close to normal living normal activity as we could possibly achieve,” Mr Andrews said last week.NSW eased their rules even further on Friday with masks only being required on public transport...
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Putin bodyguard’s warning for UFC superstar

The UFC superstar met the Russian President at the final of the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Moscow – which saw France crowned champions of the globe.McGregor, 33, had a jovial conversation with fight fan Putin, whose presence he seemed to be in awe of.Watch Chelsea v Liverpool in the Carabao Cup Final Live with beIN SPORTS on Kayo – Mon 28th Feb 3:30AM. New to Kayo? Try 14 Days Free >The MMA mogul then asked to have a picture taken with the 69-year-old, putting his right arm around his shoulders.But he quickly took it off after a stern word from one of Putin‘s bodyguards.The fearsome McGregor had a slight look of concern on his face after the telling off, albeit briefly.The pair then posed for more snaps, although McGregor posted the picture of himself with his arm around Putin‘s shoulders to his Instagram.The Irishman‘s accompanying caption wrote: “Today I was invited to the World Cup final as a guest of Russian President Vladimir Putin.“This man is one of the greatest leaders of our ti...
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Flash floods escalate in South East Queensland

South East Queensland is in the grips of disaster flooding as multiple emergency alerts have been issued overnight. Queensland Fire and Emergency Services responded to approximately 1,000 calls for help before midnight last night and the number is expected to rise. Some parts of the state are entering their fourth day of extreme rain, with rainfall records smashed in various locations. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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‘Sex addict’: Bombshell exposes Bob Hawke

The former PM’s widow Blanche d’Alpuget has revealed he had at least four lovers during his time in the Lodge and that he used extramarital sex as a form of stress release while he remained married to his first wife, Hazel Hawke.“Sex will calm people down, and he was a very highly strung man,” she said. “At the end of a day of intense activity, he somehow had to let off steam, as it were, and there’s nothing like a roll in the hay or five to do that.”Asked if she believed her late husband was a sex addict, she replied “I think so.”The new biography reveals that his most long-running affair was with Jean Sinclair, his personal assistant at the ACTU who was also married. She later went to work for him on his parliamentary and prime ministerial staff where the couple would meet for sex at her flat.As she battled cancer in 1991, the biography reveals Mr Hawke was heartbroken and visited her several times in hospital in Melbourne. He was too distressed to speak at the funeral.“While he was ...
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’Giving a s***’: Legend blasts Aussie snub

Earlier this week, CA confirmed that several high-profile players would be rested from next month’s historic white-ball tour of Pakistan. Pat Cummins, David Warner, Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood were not named in Australia’s 16-player squad for three ODIs and a T20 against Pakistan, which will occur after a three-Test series in the Asian nation.Watch Australia’s Tour of Pakistan on Kayo. Every Test, ODI and T20 Live & On-Demand. New to Kayo? Start your free trial now >The one-day tour of Pakistan coincides with the opening stages of the Indian Premier League, which commences on March 26, but Australia’s contracted players will not be permitted to take part in the marquee T20 series until their annual leave period begins on April 6.Last year, seven Australian cricketers withdrew from white-ball tours of the West Indies and Bangladesh following the cataclysmic first leg of the 2021 IPL.Meanwhile, Justin Langer’s highly-publicised resignation sparked debate on whether players h...
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Putin ’emboldened’ by Biden’s ‘weakness and incoherence’

US President Joe Biden’s “weakness and incoherence” has strengthened Russian President Vladimir Putin, according to Sky News host Rita Panahi. It comes after a video of President Biden resurfaced where he claimed President Putin feared him and things in Eastern Europe would change. “Things changed alright, Biden’s weakness and incoherence has emboldened Putin and other tyrants around the world,” she said. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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Score 37% off ’game-changer’ robot vacuum

We have searched the web and trawled the big name retailers and brands to find the best deals on everyday essentials and big ticket items. The standouts this week include 37 per cent off the Renpho Massage Gun, a huge saving on the popular ECOVACS Robot Vacuum Cleaner, and 32 per cent of these Bose wireless headphones which have 15, 000 five-star reviews. You can also score up to $250 off the Dyson V8 vacuum, get a great discount on Apple AirPods or save on Nike. Keep on scrolling to see details on these deals and many more, or jump to a specific category below if you’re on the hunt for something specific.Best travel dealsBest home salesBest tech offersBest fashion findsBest health and beauty buysPrices are correct and products in stock at time of publishing. We do update this story but products move fast during sales. EDITOR’S PICKS: DEALS OF THE WEEKAmazon Australia 37 per cent off Renpho Powerful Portable Massage Gun32 per cent of Bose wireless headphones 700$351 off TEAC 55 inch QL...
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Big shake-up to Channel 7 commentary team

The Herald Sun reports that Richardson, who last season helped cover Saturday fixtures alongside Hamish McLachlan and Luke Darcy in the special comments chair, is still expected to do some commentary despite the shift.Stream every match of every round of the 2022 Toyota AFL Premiership Season Live & Ad-Break Free In Play on Kayo. New to Kayo? Try 14-days free now.Richardson represented the Tigers in 282 AFL games between 1993-2009, scoring 800 goals for Richmond.He was a three-time All-Australian, inducted into the Australian Football Hall of Fame in 2014.Last week, News Corp reported that footy legend Wayne Carey was set to be moved off Channel 7’s Friday Night Footy coverage as the station overhauled it’s commentary stocks.Carey, a two-time premiership winner and seven-time All-Australian, is expected to be replaced by Daisy Pearce on Friday nights.Pearce is set to join Hawthorn premiership captain Luke Hodge on special comments, with Brian Taylor and James Brayshaw calling the g...
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MAFS bride’s graphic sex confession

The 28-year-old NSW make-up artist is paired with the 26-year-old financial planner on the Channel 9 experiment, in which they recently made headlines for their open discussion about “period sex” on the show.And now, Domenica has really opened up the floodgates in an interview on the Kyle and Jackie O Show this morning, spilling on one of their sexual encounters with a dildo they affectionately named ‘Hugo’.When asked by shock-jock Kyle Sandilands about what they did with the “box of dildos” they received during intimacy week challenges – which aired last week – Domenica did not hold back on details.“Hugo … he’s actually infamous among us, it’s a prostate massager. He’s black, he’s pretty big,” Domenica began. “Sorry Jack … I know he’s listening this morning.”Sandilands, 50, then pressed Domenica if she “used it on your husband?”, in which she answered: “We had intimacy week and there was a box full of toys there and we wanted to explore.”Keen for more details, Jackie O Henderson asked...
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Star rocks unusual cut-out dress on red carpet

Robert Pattinson, 33, led the way at the glitzy screening, as he was seen looking dapper in a black turtleneck and oversized tweed blazer, The Sun reports.The British actor linked arms with co-star, US actress Zoe Kravitz, who plays Catwoman in the highly anticipated Warner Bros film, which will be released next month.Meanwhile, Kravitz, also 33, paid homage to the Caped Crusader in a figure-hugging black gown, with a cut-out chest piece appearing to be in the shape of bats.Pattinson has taken over from Ben Affleck as the iconic superhero for The Batman – the latest instalment in the iconic superhero’s story.The Batman is set to be the franchise’s longest film yet, coming in at almost three hours, and is finally due to hit Australian cinemas on March 3 after more than two years in production.Pattinson has previously revealed how he was almost pushed to breaking point by the film’s “control freak” director Mark Reeves.Insiders say New York-born Reeves forced the Twilight star to do upwa...
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Tigers slammed over ‘embarrassing’ debacle

The club has announced James Tamou, Luke Brooks, Adam Doueihi, Ken Maumalo and Tyrone Peachey will share the captaincy duties in 2022.It came just days after last season’s skipper Tamou said he was happy to let somebody younger at the club have the job. Stream every game of every round of the 2022 NRL Telstra Premiership Season Live & Ad-Break Free During Play on Kayo. New to Kayo? Try 14-days free now.Elias told foxsports.com.au he’s spent countless hours defending the Tigers in recent years but said the latest decision from coach Michael Maguire “blew me over”. “I can’t work it out for the life of me,” Elias said. “I was very vocal on Doueihi being the captain. I just can’t believe there are five different people.“There should be a leader in any organisation, especially a football side where you have a captain that you respect and follow through good and bad.“When you go into a board room to make a decision, you look for your CEO to make the decision. When the referee wants to ta...
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Meghan seen for first time in 105 days

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex were joined by Eugenie and Jack for an intimate dinner at a restaurant in the California city, where they were photographed in a private, candlelit dining area as they were all seen laughing and engaging in conversation with one another.It appeared the four were sitting on a balcony which was shielded by clear wet-weather covers.Meghan, 40, was wearing a stylish all-cream outfit with a tailored blazer and pants, while Eugenie, 31, sported a floral black dress and a tan-coloured coat.The four were all seen arriving at the establishment together in a silver Range Rover, and were snapped wearing face masks as they entered the eatery.It’s the first time Meghan has been seen in public in 105 days, when she made an official appearance alongside Harry at a black-tie gala in New York on November 10.The couple, who were married in 2018, were guests at Intrepid Museum’s ‘Salute To Freedom’ 2021 gala to honour veterans ahead of Remembrance Day, as part of a whirlwin...
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Oil prices rise and stock markets fall after Russian incursion

The economic impact of Russia's incursion into Ukraine will be felt swiftly, with higher oil prices and a lower stock market the immediate consequence, according to Sky News Business Editor Ross Greenwood. There will be volatility on domestic and international markets after the announcement of yesterday’s incursions and today’s sanctions against Russia. Oil prices are rising rapidly and are now sitting at $US92.35 a barrel with expectations to go to $US100 a barrel. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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Mid-Session 22 Feb 22: Aussie market slides as Ukraine-Russia tensions intensify

The Australian sharemarket is down by ~1%, dragged lower by intensifying Ukraine-Russia tensions. While US markets were shut last night for the Presidents' Day holiday, European markets were mostly lower and futures are pointing to a potentially challenging start to US trade this evening. Energy stocks, gold miners, Coles and Cochlear are some of the stronger performers. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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Superstars miss out on historic 24-year tour

Pat Cummins, David Warner, Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood have not been named in Australia’s 16-player squad for three ODIs and a T20 against Pakistan, which will take place after a three-Test series in the Asian nation.Watch every match of the ICC Women‘s Cricket World Cup LIVE & FREE on Kayo Freebies. Join free now and start streaming instantly.Victorian powerhouse Glenn Maxwell will also miss the white-ball series after being granted leave for his wedding.The one-day tour of Pakistan coincides with the opening stages of the Indian Premier League, but Australia’s contracted players will not be permitted to take part in the marquee T20 series until their annual leave period begins on April 6.Kane Richardson will lead an inexperienced pace bowling attack that includes West Australian Jason Behrendorff, Tasmania’s Nathan Ellis and New South Welshman Sean Abbott.Young all-rounder Cameron Green has replaced the experienced Moises Henriques, who featured in the Australian squad for ...
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Beckhams slammed for son’s revealing shoot

The pop star-turned-fashion mogul posted two images from an i-D magazine photo shoot featuring a pink-haired Cruz Beckham, who turned 17 on Sunday, both of which showed the aspiring musician topless and wearing white boxers, with his jeans pulled down to his ankles.They were taken by photographer Steven Klein, who shot Cruz’s dad, football star David Beckham, in a similar pose for Arena Homme+ back in 2000.“Big first day as a 17-year-old! @cruzbeckham for @i_d, so proud,” Victoria captioned it.The star’s followers quickly flooded the comments section, branding the images “scary” and “sad”.“I don’t wanna see a 17-year-old like this,” wrote one, while others simply asked: “What is this?” and “He’s 17. Why are his pants down?”Other followers pointed out it was "not a good message” and that it appeared there was no one “safeguarding this 17-year-old child”.David Beckham found himself in a similar position, after sharing the same images to his official Instagram account, along with the...
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‘Shameful’ for the ABC to peddle fear

The Australian media writer Sophie Elsworth says the ABC's new program, 'The Anxiety Project' is just "peddling more and more fear". "I thin the ABC has done Australians an incredible disservice during the pandemic," she told Sky News host Chris Kenny. "If you just watch the ABC all day, I think you'd have the blinds drawn and you'd be too scared to leave your house. "I think it's shameful on the broadcaster." Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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NSW government guarantees energy supply to keep the lights on

New South Wales Treasurer Matt Kean has guaranteed the government has a plan to ensure the lights are kept on and power prices are driven down. “This is not politicians saying that we are going to guarantee reliability with the closure of Eraring. This is the engineers who run the nation’s energy system,” Mr Kean told Sky News Australia. “And they’ve said there will be enough supply available in the system to make sure we keep the lights on.” Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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Fraudster’s sister and husband found dead

Sondra Wiener, 87, and her spouse Marvin, 90 — whose lives were among those destroyed by Madoff’s $65 billion Ponzi scheme — were discovered dead in their home Thursday afternoon in Boynton Beach, the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office said.Deputies received a call at 12.55pm about the couple being unresponsive in their residence, authorities said.“Upon arrival, deputies located an elderly female and male deceased from a gunshot wound,” the sheriff’s office said.Detectives from the Violent Crimes Division are investigating their deaths as a murder-suicide, authorities confirmed. It wasn’t immediately clear who killed who, but the couple’s kin requested that authorities shield the name of Marvin, citing Marcy’s Law, which allows relatives to protect the names of crime victims, the New York Post reports. Stream more US news live & on demand with Flash. 25+ news channels in 1 place. New to Flash? Try 14 days free now >Wiener and her husband had not been spared by her brother’s fina...
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US Army troops arrive in Poland

As fears of a potential Russian invasion into Ukraine grow, the tensions are also being felt across the border in Poland where two million Ukrainians live. It comes as nearly 5,000 US troops have now arrived in Poland - bolstering NATO forces in the region. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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LeBron doubles down on retirement plan

LeBron has not hid the fact playing with his son is his dream farewell, but as it gets closer, the legendary star appears desperate to hang around to ensure it happens.Watch the 21/22 NBA Season with ESPN on Kayo. Live coverage every week plus every game of the NBA Finals. New to Kayo? Start your free trial >Currently, Bronny is a junior in high school and is ranked as a second-round prospect in the 2023 class, and would likely enter the NBA in the 2024-25 season.Speaking to The Athletic’s Jason Lloyd over All-Star weekend, James said he would go anywhere to finish his career alongside his son.“My last year will be played with my son,” James said. “Wherever Bronny is at, that’s where I’ll be. I would do whatever it takes to play with my son for one year. It’s not about the money at that point.”LeBron also didn’t close the door on finishing his career in Cleveland, where his career began, and where he returned to win the franchise’s first championship in 2016.“The door’s not closed o...
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‘New era’: The world’s first ‘naked war’

In the past, we only knew what was happening when the wounded began returning home. Then spy planes and satellites were put in the skies. Now every one of us has access to swarms of real-time social media videos and pictures.That’s why Ukraine will be the starkest war in history.The raw reality of Vietnam shocked the world. Children fleeing napalm strikes. Captured soldiers with pistols put to their heads, moments before execution. Such shocking imagery stripped away the gloss of patriotism and propaganda.And that was primarily due to the efforts of just a handful of reporters.Ukraine has already revealed how difficult it is for governments to sustain a narrative in the digital era – this will be the world’s first ‘naked war’ where anyone with an internet connection can report on what’s happening. Everybody has intelligence data at their fingertips beyond the dreams of CIA operatives based in 1970s Hanoi.It’s called Open Source Intelligence (OSINT). “The resources now available to indi...
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‘This is terrifying’: What Justin Trudeau is doing in Canada is ‘insane’

It is "insane" what Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is now doing, says Sky News host Rowan Dean. "Justin Trudeau has declared an emergency act," Mr Dean said. "The strongest and most repressive tool in his government to try and silence and starve these people – to stop them getting their hands on their own money, to stop them getting petrol, to stop them getting food." Mr Trudeau said the powers were needed to quell the continuing Freedom Convoy protests. "This is terrifying," Mr Dean said. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au
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‘Fiery’ exchange between snake and Aussie boxer

In a scenario that will be added to the “only in Australia” records, the Kingscliff boxing duo came face-to-face with a snake while training in Cudgen, in the NSW Northern Rivers.“He was a fiery one and kept trying to attack us,” Andrew Moloney said.“I was unimpressed with my reflexes. I was pretty slow at getting out of the way. I think I need a bit more work with the snake.“We have had about three or four there in the last six months. The gym is close to the bush and a fairly large property. They like it because it gets hot in there. There was a bigger one about a month ago but this was the most fiery of the lot.“We have no idea what type it was but the coach said it wasn’t venomous and then made Jason release it.” It could be the perfect preparation for the pair who have a big 2022 lined up.Jason is hoping to lock in a WBC bantamweight world title eliminator against Nawaphon Kaikanha, with the winner earning a shot at current champion Nonito Donaire later this year.Boxer Jason Molon...
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Teacher dies 48 hours after positive test

Michelle Hayes died on Wednesday morning just 48 hours after she tested positive to Covid. The 46-year-old taught at Bowral Public School together with her husband Ben, after the pair moved to the Southern Highlands from Norfolk Island. Mr Hayes said he was heartbroken in a tribute to his beloved wife.“The best part of me is gone … and now I have to be the dad and the mum – and I will NEVER come close to being anywhere near as fabulous as she was,” he wrote on Facebook.He said their children – a son and daughter – were in isolation when their mum died and urged mourners to keep away from their house. “Nobody can currently come to the house because we are still in iso – please don’t – we’re even keeping my mum away … I would seriously break if anyone else got this,” Mr Hayes wrote. He also had a warning to people about the virus - “For those who think that Covid isn’t dangerous - try losing the love of your life in under 48 hours from a positive test result”.“Please don’t call yet. I ca...
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