'Entirely innocent': Assange goes public on rape allegations

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Julian Assange has gone public with his version of events surrounding a rape allegation.

Time running out to eradicate deadly red fire ant

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There is 'only a small window of opportunity left' to wipe out the invasive and deadly red fire ant.

No survivors in Pakistan plane crash

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There were no survivors after a plane carrying 47 people crashed into a mountain in Pakistan.

Iron deficiency: Are you at risk?

Young woman tired after workout (iStockphoto) ABC Canberra

Feeling fatigued? You could be among the 10 per cent of young women in Australia that suffer from iron deficiency.

Iconic Australian Houses on display in Canberra

The Lobster Bay House (Supplied: NAA/Michael Wee) ABC News

Some of the nation's most artistically significant homes are on show in a new exhibition at the National Archives of Australia.

What happens to the family in a missing person case?

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Every year, 35 000 people are reported missing. What happens to the families that are left behind?

Your guide to Sydney's must-see cemeteries

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The first words in Lisa Murray's new guide book are the emphatic proclamation: 'I love cemeteries.'

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Teaching children how to love their bodies

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Australian children are becoming obsessed with how they look after being bombarded with images of the perfect body.

Why we're still obsessed with classic mythology

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In uncertain times, we look for constants - and ancient themes of mythology are a great source of those.

Therapy dogs helping troubled students cope with problems

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We all know dogs are man's best friend, but what if your pet could help others through some of their toughest times?

The success of Serial

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Serial podcast creator Julie Snyder says the program shines a light on problems within the US judicial system.

Teen tradies optimistic about job prospects

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Adelaide students who have learnt trade skills are optimistic about their futures despite high unemployment rates.

Bawdy nursery rhymes

Bawdy nursery rhymes (Books and Arts) Books and Arts

Nursery rhymes are meant to be for children, but some have quite bawdy origins and versions.

Short video has hidden gun awareness message

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A video warning about the possible signs of someone planning a shooting is gaining traction online.

Analysis & Opinion : Views on the issues of the day

Indonesia's confusing justice system spells bad news for Ahok

The momentum is building against Ahok.By Indonesia correspondent Adam Harvey

Germany's Angela Merkel calls for a partial burka ban

The rule would see women banned from wearing burqas in schools and universities, and while driving.Analysis by Europe correspondent James Glenday

Regional Australia is crying out for equitable access to broadband

The NBN Co truck has been travelling the NT showcasing its wares.By Thas Ampalavanapillai Nirmalathas, University of Melbourne

How 'Donald Trump: the presidency' got its start on The West Wing

Martin Sheen (L) as Jed Bartlet brought home to tens of millions a demystified – but heroic – White House.By Bruce Wolpe

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