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A crane fly with a forked penis that looks like it has evolved to walk rather than fly has been accidentally discovered by a scientist in NSW who was undertaking routine work in Kosciuszko National Park.

Here's what's coming up:

  • 4:45pm AEST: The next weather warning for South Australia will be issued by the Bureau of Meteorology

  • 6:00pm AEST: RN Drive will be broadcast live from Adelaide with SA senator Simon Birmingham among the guests

  • 6:30pm AEST: The team lists for this weekend's AFL grand final will be announced

  • 10:30pm AEST: On Lateline Matt Wordsworth will speak to Dr Bouthaina Shaaban, a key adviser to Syrian President Bashar al-Assad

 
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Live: SA readies for more wild weather in wake of mass blackout
Residents in many of South Australia's country areas may be without power for days, as the state braces for more storms and tries to recover from yesterday's blackout. Follow our live blog for updates.
 
Analysis: Rushing to renewables risks sector's reputation
Renewables are the future, but rushing to a target to parade green credentials exposes the electricity network to a serious security risk, and in the long run risks permanent reputational damage to the renewable energy cause, writes Chris Uhlmann.
 
Some private schools receive nearly three times entitled funding
Some of Australia's top private schools receive nearly three times the taxpayer funding they are entitled to, Federal Government data has revealed.
 
Max Walker died of blood cancer, not skin cancer
Max Walker's family works to raise awareness and research funds for myeloma, a type of blood cancer, after the 68-year-old cricket favourite died from the disease.
 
Don Dale deputy admits part of affidavit was false, court hears
Under cross-examination former Don Dale Youth Detention Centre deputy James Sizeland says a part of his affidavit that referred to one of the plaintiffs as having a history of assaulting staff and detainees was incorrect.
 
'Never seen anything like it': Blyth cleans up after tornado
The town of Blyth is picking up the pieces after a tornado terrified its residents as it swept through South Australia's mid north on Wednesday.
 
Medicare data pulled over breach concerns
The Health Department removes Medicare data from its website amid an investigation into whether personal information has been compromised.
 
Major banks' 'house of cards' could start crashing down
Australia's major banks may have been breaching responsible lending obligations with inappropriate credit card limits, sending many people bankrupt.
 
Walking fly with forked penis accidentally discovered in NSW
A crane fly with a forked penis that seemingly evolved to walk rather than fly is accidentally discovered by a scientist in New South Wales while undertaking routine work in Kosciuszko National Park.
 
'Incorrect and scurrilous': Stuart Robert defends links to Liberal donor
Government MP Stuart Robert rejects Labor's allegation of "cash for comment" over donations from a property developer he had previously defended in Parliament.
 
Parents regret son's testes being removed after death
The parents of a Queensland man who had his testes removed after he died so his partner could one day apply to use the sperm to fall pregnant, say they have been devastated by the ordeal.
 
Taboo toilet discovered at ancient 'holy of holies' in Jewish shrine
Israeli archaeologists discover a stone toilet while excavating a Jewish shrine at an ancient city gate, suggesting a biblical king tried to stamp out worship there.
 
Elizabeth Taylor's Bulgari jewellery on show at Melbourne's NGV
A new exhibition at the National Gallery of Victoria will showcase priceless jewellery from the Bulgari heritage collection, including emerald and diamond jewels gifted to Elizabeth Taylor on the set of Cleopatra.
 
Analysis and Opinion: The Drum
By political editor Chris Uhlmann Analysis: Rushing to renewables risks sector's reputation
By political editor Chris Uhlmann
By John Barron Analysis: Trump knows he lost the debate but it may not matter
By John Barron
By Bruce Wolpe Debate I: Hillary unties the Gordian knot
By Bruce Wolpe
By Andrew Glikson, Australian National University Emissions could already warm world to dangerous levels
By Andrew Glikson, Australian National University
 
World
15 pulled alive from China landslide rubble
US to send more troops to Iraq to help retake Mosul
Plane rage: Airlines report 17 per cent rise in unruly passengers
 
Australia
Swans transformation a story of three finals
Elizabeth Taylor's Bulgari jewellery on show at Melbourne's NGV
Medicare data pulled over breach concerns
 
Business
Major banks' 'house of cards' could start crashing down
Super funds under pressure to end executive fossil fuel-linked bonuses
WA Government sells off $1.35b from Keystart loan book
 
Politics
Some private schools receive nearly three times entitled funding
States prioritising emissions targets over energy security: PM
Kalgoorlie Indigenous leaders want big changes after teenager's death
 
Sport
Swans transformation a story of three finals
Max Walker's infectious smile and enthusiasm unforgettable: Maxwell
Dally M winner Taumalolo wants to be a rugby league great
 
Entertainment
Elizabeth Taylor's Bulgari jewellery on show at Melbourne's NGV
Magnificent Seven remake not all that magnificent
Orienteering championships tests health and fitness of young adventurers
 
Health
Steroids: The skinny on getting big
Suicide deaths rising among women and teen girls: ABS
Almost a fifth of midwives 'suffering PTSD', study finds
 
Science and Tech
Quiz: Test your knowledge of space exploration history
Walking fly with forked penis accidentally discovered in NSW
Comet hunter: Rosetta's 12 years of ups and downs
 
Environment
Analysis: Rushing to renewables risks sector's reputation
States prioritising emissions targets over energy security: PM
'IKEA on steroids': Flat-pack homes to bust Australia's housing shortage
 

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