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The international date line has no legal authority - and technically doesn’t even exist
New York Times: The boundary that runs through the Pacific Ocean is 'arbitrary'.

'He went back to protect him': 6yo dies trying to save brother from fire
Family of "brothers together until the end" have now donated their organs to others.

Former mortuary worker pleads guilty to selling 24 boxes of body parts
An Arkansas woman is facing 10 years in jail and potential fines of up to $US250,000.

Wrongly called a killer: Man settles defamation case with network over Bondi mall stabbings
The terms of the settlement are confidential.

Dozens of Victoria police facing criminal charges
They include serious allegations such as sexual assault and intentionally causing injury.

Two military horses that broke free in London and ran loose in city are in serious condition
The horses caused chaos as they galloped through central London during the morning rush.

Analysis: Harvey Weinstein’s conviction was fragile from the start
New York Times: Court overturned conviction that tested how #MeToo cases could be tried.

Celebrity chef says aid workers killed by Israeli airstrikes ‘best of humanity’
Jose Andres spoke before mourners at Washington National Cathedral.

Over 100 pilot whales beached on Australian coast rescued
31 long-finned pilot whales died on the shore, a whale researcher says.

Why bishop stabbed in alleged terrorist attack wants graphic video online
Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel makes a public statement after he was stabbed several times.

Venice charging day-tripper fee as tourist numbers grate on residents
The fragile lagoon city is launching a pilot programme under the eye of the world’s media.

Hamas releases video showing Israeli-American hostage
Footage is the first sign of life of Hersh Goldberg-Polin since October 7 attack.

Jury urged to convict former US deputy of Kiwi’s murder
Christian Glass' death prompted calls for police reforms focused on crisis intervention.

Five boys charged over Sydney church stabbing
Five youths have been charged over stabbing of Orthodox Christian bishop.

Military horses run amok after getting spooked during exercise
The loose horses injured at least four people, collided with vehicles and caused chaos.

Wales stabbing attack: ‘There was blood all over the ground’
Pupils flee after knife attack at school leads to ‘Code Red’ alert, police swoop on scene.

Supreme Court sceptical that state abortion bans conflict with federal healthcare law
Doctors say Idaho’s abortion ban has already affected pregnancy emergency care.

Trump endures a rugged day in court as witness details ‘catch and kill’
New York Times: Key witness told of plans to buy and bury stories.

Trump’s trial features fierce debate over what he can say: Five takeaways
New York Times: Trump’s lawyer harshly questioned as he tried to avoid contempt citation.

US lawmakers pass bill to allow teachers to carry handguns
Unclear if any school districts would take advantage if the bill becomes law.

Several arrested in Sydney counter-terror raids involving 400 police
Police said there was no current threat to public safety.

Fragments of bird flu virus discovered in US milk
New York Times: The milk poses virtually no risk to consumers, experts say.

Trapped and starving, two families in Gaza Strip try to keep their children alive
New York Times: For those living in Gaza every day is a race against time.

UN calls for investigation into mass graves uncovered at two Gaza hospitals
The UN's human rights chief said he was 'horrified' by the discovery of mass graves.

Dad ‘heartbroken’ after daughter allegedly murdered by man bailed on charges of raping her
Molly Ticehurst, 28, was allegedly murdered by her ex-boyfriend who was out on bail.

Historian explores the story of the Anzac biscuit
Culinary historian explores the origins and meaning behind the beloved oat-filled treat.

A brewery worker’s drunken driving defence: His stomach made the alcohol
New York Times: Doctors confirmed rare condition: auto-brewery syndrome.

Fire-breathing robot dog that can torch anything in its path goes on sale
Thermonator quadruped machine that shoots 9m jets of fire could be yours for $15,930.

Karen the 'dancing queen' dies after choking on keys
'She was not just an animal; she was a beloved member of our community.'