The Guardian
ANU says it didn't lose control of campus to pro-Palestine encampment, despite internal review finding high psychosocial risks and multiple attempts to disband it.
The Guardian
Ukraine's defence minister gets the boot after actually doing his job well, because logic is for peacetime.
The Guardian
A memorial service boat learns the hard way why Alcatraz was a prison: one dead, three missing, and a dog as San Francisco Bay claims more victims.
The Guardian Europe
Venezuela's government and opposition will talk about democracy, but the most popular opposition leader is left out, and elections are still a distant dream.
The Guardian
A Brisbane teen accused of stabbing a schoolmate claims months of racist abuse drove him to it; court agrees the messages were threatening but still finds the stabbing disproportionate.
The Guardian
Trump threatens to bomb Iran's infrastructure unless they negotiate, while Iran closes the Strait of Hormuz and attacks continue. Senate Democrats say 'no thanks.'
The Atlantic
The U.S. and Venezuela go from enemies to earthquake BFFs, with Marines running airports and diplomats meeting wanted criminals - democracy can wait, right?
The Guardian
Young German men are rushing to declare themselves conscientious objectors as Berlin tries to boost the army, making 'conscription lite' about as popular as a hangover.
The Guardian
France's Bastille Day parade features 6,500 soldiers, 300 vehicles, and a guest list of European leaders, sending a 'strategic signal' about military awakening - while wildfires rage and EU accession talks hum along.
The Guardian
Police nab a 20-year-old they say is behind Melbourne's hospitality arson wave, proving that even crime has gig economy apps now.
The Guardian
After six months of bureaucratic limbo, Minnesota prosecutors finally get evidence in the shootings of Renée Good and Alex Pretti, because apparently democracy requires evidence, not just patience.
The Guardian
Israel sets October election date: Netanyahu clings to power while his far-right coalition rushes through laws, and voters consider a challenger whose family served in Gaza while the PM's sons didn't.
The Guardian Europe
Zelenskyy brings an anti-ballistic programme to Paris; Russia calls Coalition of the Willing 'warmongers'; EU sanctions Russian cyber-attackers; Ukraine drones sink Russian ships in Sea of Azov.
BBC World
Bangkok bar fire kills 27, injures dozens; victims found in bathroom - proving once again that hiding in a small room during a fire is a terrible idea. Thailand promises investigation, again.
The Guardian
East London residents evacuated as 125 firefighters battle a railway embankment blaze, with one house alight, gardens scorched, and the Weaver Overground line partially closed.
The Guardian
One dead, 200 kids airlifted from camp, and a heat dome looming - Missouri's weather is having a busy weekend.
British runner Jack Pitcher crosses Iceland in record time, proving that some people find relaxation in running hundreds of miles over hostile terrain.
The Guardian
A 48-year-old man is charged with murder after remains believed to be missing woman Jana Armstrong are found in Queensland bushland - he was allegedly with her baby at the time of arrest.
BBC World
Poland announces memorial for WW2 massacre by Ukrainian nationalists, while urging Ukraine to 'embrace the truth' for EU membership - because historical accuracy is the new entry requirement.
The Guardian
In a case that's become a social media firestorm, a Black teen's death on a Mississippi island leaves more questions than answers - and a phone that ended up in a friend's pocket instead of with its owner.
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