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Wednesday
2 December 2020
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Limb thought to come from dead Taliban fighter as case adds to disgust over recent report detailing ADF abuse -
Dr Samantha Crompvoets, whose work led to the Brereton inquiry, is baffled at backlash to proposal to strip special forces of group citation
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A new cohort of young Australians is facing a perfect storm of uncertainty. But the problems started long before 2020 -
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Attorney general says ‘We have not seen fraud that could have effected a different outcome’ while Giuliani reportedly discusses pardon with Trump
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Spotlight
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From a retro prawn cocktail to a vegan coconut ice-cream, make these recipes to feed the masses at a socially distanced barbecue, or simply to please yourself -
Every year an abundance of new titles beg for a spot on your crammed bookshelf. Here are some highlights from Australian authors
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Bounchan Keola is being held by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement and facing deportation to Laos, a country he left when he was four
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Latest updates: Turks brace for new restrictions to combat spread of disease; two companies submit applications to European Medicines Agency -
Bill would aid small businesses, unemployed, airlines and others – ‘Stupidity on steroids’ not to pass interim deal by Christmas, says senator -
Grim milestone comes just weeks after UK passed 60,000 deaths - showing how quickly second wave has spread -
Gathering took place above a bar in Brussels, which is under a 10pm to 6am Covid lockdown
Australia Weekend
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Minute-by-minute report: Will Liverpool make sure of their place in the next round when they face Ajax? Join Scott Murray -
Minute-by-minute report: City are bidding to make sure of first place in Group C in Portugal. Find out how they fare with Ben Fisher
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The dispute between Cricket Australia and Channel Seven has escalated with the free-to-air broadcaster lodging federal court proceedings against national sports body -
Over-by-over report: England chased down 192 in style to sweep the T20 series against South Africa
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The Full Story
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Cormann is gleefully spouting his (newly discovered) green credentials while flying in a private taxpayer-funded jet around Europe -
Zhao Lijian’s tweet was a cheap shot but Scott Morrison’s response could have been more diplomatic
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Make your Christmas shopping meaningful by supporting vulnerable communities, cutting down on waste and giving presents people will actually use -
Emma and Richard Showan met in October 2013 on the Metropolitan line tube train into London. They live in Aylesbury
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Succulent seafood with tasty creamy veg. By Nigel Slater -
When Rosheen Kaul moved to Australia, she struggled to relate to Assorted Creams and cereal. Then, slowly, she started to see the nuance -
Even after 26 years together, Covid life has thrown up surprises – he spends 95% of his days on speakerphone, I need 10 snack meals a day -
Laksa reigned supreme in the early 2000s, but the nation’s taste has changed – and what you slurp has a lot to do with where you live
Guardian Labs
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In ‘time capsule’ interviews with Vanity Fair, the singer listens, responds and sometimes rolls her eyes at her younger self -
Late-night hosts return from Thanksgiving to newly certified election results in Arizona and Wisconsin, and a lame-duck Trump presidency -
The Pogues and Kirsty MacColl song, to be played in a censored version on some BBC radio stations, will be ‘stripped of its value’, says Cave
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Puerto Rican vocalist earns more than 8.3bn streams, with the Weeknd’s Blinding Lights the year’s most streamed song -
3 out of 5 stars.
My Day review Homeless teenager runs straight into trouble
3 out of 5 stars.The early scenes showing Ally’s chaotic life on the streets on London burst with energy and adrenaline -
A gifted writer blessed with impeccable connections, he has nonetheless remained in the shadows, eclipsed by accidents and grander egos
Women in prison
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Many feel pressure to adapt work practices in ways that are not good for customers, CPSU survey finds -
Former diplomat urges more countries to stand against ‘coercion’ from Beijing, as Chinese state media says Australia is ‘treating China’s goodwill with evil’
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The fire on the world’s largest sand island, also known as K’gari, has been burning for six weeks and is encroaching on areas with 1,000-year-old trees
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An expert questions the state government betting heavily on a coal and gas-fired recovery after the global slump in fossil fuels hits the 2020-21 budget -
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Woman, whose adult son is being treated in hospital, held on suspicion of illegal detention and grievous bodily harm -
Four men destroyed metal pillar that had sparked intense interest and wild theories, saying: ‘Leave no trace’
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Attorney general’s comments come despite Trump’s repeated claims election was stolen and his refusal to concede to Joe Biden -
Neera Tanden has criticised senators on Twitter and one says her Senate confirmation process faces ‘problematic path’ -
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Multimedia
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Now in its 56th year, the wildlife photographer of the year showcases the world’s best nature photography. The competition is run by the Natural History Museum in London -
Australia is lagging behind many countries on the uptake of electric vehicles. Environment editor Adam Morton explains that there are a lot of practical reasons for this, but it’s also because of government-led scare campaigns and disincentives
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Five photographers have squashed their boldest, bravest and most colourful work down to the size of a postcard – which you have the chance to buy -
In the last of our lockdown diaries series, photographer David Levene visits some of his favourite swimming venues in London -
It’s 40 years since Spandau Ballet signed their first record deal. Their signature dandy look played a key role in defining New Romantic and late 80s style -
This is a list of women who have died in Australia this year in a domestic setting or allegedly at the hands of someone they knew
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You put your coronavirus ... to us. Here are the answers -
3 out of 5 stars.
The Glass Man review Lo-fi Brit horror still full of chills
3 out of 5 stars.
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