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Top Stories Journalist says he faked his own death to expose Russian assassination plot Russian journalist Arkady Babchenko, who was supposedly shot dead in Ukraine, says his death had been faked in an elaborate plot to catch Russian agents trying to kill him. Victoria Police have faked more than 250,000 roadside breath tests Victoria Police officers have falsified more than 250,000 roadside breath tests in the state over a five year period in a bid to reach targets, an internal investigation reveals. The horrors of the Warminda hostel and the children who were never heard. Until now Martin Cooper was supposed to care for vulnerable children, but instead subjected them to horrendous and repeated physical and sexual abuse. When they went to adults for help, they were not believed. Now 40 years on, justice has finally been served. Analysis: Is Donald Trump above the law? As the Mueller investigation rolls on, it seems increasingly likely the question will be asked — is the US President above the law? Ambien maker hits back after Roseanne blames sleeping pill for racist tweet The maker of the insomnia drug Ambien, that Roseanne Barr cited in explaining the tweet that led America's ABC to cancel her show, says while all pharmaceutical treatments have side effects racism is not one of them. Gay football fans warned not to hold hands at World Cup LGBT+ supporters have been told to "exercise caution" when travelling to this year's World Cup, with some Socceroos fans deciding against making the trip over fears for their safety. Largest swordfish ever caught in Australia may miss out on record The largest swordfish ever caught in Australia — and the second-largest in the world — may miss out on its place in the record books. Privacy decision sets worrying precedent: What can the Government reveal about us? Legal experts are warning a recent decision by the Privacy Commissioner sets a worrying precedent allowing the Government to reveal people's private information without their consent. Opinion: End of life research to tackle increasing number of 'bad deaths' More than half of Australian deaths now occur in hospital, with 26 per cent in residential care, where "non-beneficial" treatments can prolong suffering and cost the taxpayer a lot of money, writes Nick Graves. US rocket strike kills 50 Taliban leaders: General US General John Nicholson says a group of Taliban commanders from several provinces were at a meeting in Helmand province last week when they were struck by GPS-guided artillery rockets. 'It broke me': Government inquiry to examine 'unchanged' stillbirth rates A new Senate inquiry into Australia's stillbirth rate is welcomed by grieving mothers who hope it can address the devastating issue that claims six babies every day. 'Lonely' former Labor senator Joe Bullock defects to Liberals Former Labor senator — and right-wing union powerbroker — Joe Bullock switches from red to blue, joining the Liberal Party after 39 years in the ALP, saying he felt "isolated and lonely" inside the Labor Party. Royal commission sparks more complaints to ASIC over banks The banking royal commission has unleashed a deluge of fresh complaints and admissions about misconduct in the finance sector, the corporate regulator reveals. Ancient relative of lizards lived 240 million years ago A little fossil found in the Italian Alps suggests the earliest lizards managed to survive a mass extinction that wiped out more than 90 per cent of all species on Earth. Analysis: Why Daniel Ricciardo is now Australia's premier sporting star Daniel Ricciardo's stirring against-the-odds victory at the Monaco Formula One Grand Prix was one of the most memorable moments in the recent history of Australian sport, elevating him above the pack, writes Clint Thomas. Is Aman Abdurraham Indonesia's most dangerous man? Hardline Indonesian cleric Aman Abdurrahman is the founder of the militant group blamed for a string of deadly suicide bombings in Indonesia. Just how dangerous is he? Opinion: Rottnest Island 'tent land' closure an important day for Aboriginal people The mass gravesite on WA's Rottnest Island being used as a "tent land" by non-Aboriginals holidaying and camping unaware on the remains of Aboriginal people is shocking, writes Hannah McGlade. 'She was just a very impressive woman': Last of the Rabbit-Proof Fence sisters dies The youngest of three girls whose life story inspired the award-winning film Rabbit-Proof Fence dies at the age of 95 in the traditional country to which she trekked 1,600km as a child to return. Analysis and Opinion Is the US President above the law? By Matt Bevan Given a choice, would you die a good death or a bad one? By Nick Graves Why Daniel Ricciardo is now Australia's premier sporting star by Clint Thomas 'This is no holiday isle for us': Tent land on Aboriginal mass burial site closed By Hannah McGlade World Trump signs Right to Try bill for terminal patients to try unproven drugs   Malaysia tries crowdfunding to help reduce the country's staggering debt   Jury finds David Copperfield not liable for tourist's injuries   Australia 'Stalked, harassed, photoshopped': How policing internet trolls became women's work   'It broke me': Government inquiry to examine 'unchanged' stillbirth rates   Royal commission sparks more complaints to ASIC over banks   Business Building sector softens as residential and commercial approvals fall again   Royal commission sparks more complaints to ASIC over banks   Commonwealth Bank admits pub owners treated 'unfairly' by Bankwest, as it happened   Politics 'Lonely' former Labor senator Joe Bullock defects to Liberals   Malaysia tries crowdfunding to help reduce the country's staggering debt   Filthy live export cattle not evidence of mistreatment, department says   Sport Why Daniel Ricciardo is now Australia's premier sporting star   Gay football fans warned not to hold hands at World Cup   Did the boss of Ben Simmons' NBA team just get caught with fake Twitter accounts?   Arts and Entertainment Ambien maker hits back after Roseanne blames sleeping pill for racist tweet   Jury finds David Copperfield not liable for tourist's injuries   Artist bares psyche, cinema obsession in Sheer Fantasy exhibition   Health Trump signs Right to Try bill for terminal patients to try unproven drugs   'It broke me': Government inquiry to examine 'unchanged' stillbirth rates   Toxic chemicals spread into water beyond Melbourne Airport site   Science and Technology 'Stalked, harassed, photoshopped': How policing internet trolls became women's work   No, it's not a good idea to roast marshmallows over volcanic vents. Here's why   Nanotech is 'BS', says Elon Musk. Is he right?   Environment Toxic chemicals spread into water beyond Melbourne Airport site   'We could not go outside for two months': The pollution hot spots that have it worse than Sydney   Saving a wetland, reclaiming country: Murrumbidgee to be restored by new partnership       Follow Us     The ABC sent this message to bsamad2007.adnan@blogger.com these details are included to help provide assurance that this is a genuine email from ABC. Any personal details and data acquired by the ABC from your participation in any ABC Online Services will be used only in accordance with the ABC's Privacy Policy. 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