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    Kamala Harris with supporters in Massachussetts at the weekend. Her campaign’s momentum has put some states back in play.

    Democrats feared Georgia was a lost cause. Not any more

    Kamala Harris’s appeal with young people, working-age women and non-white voters has scrambled the dynamics in Georgia and other demographically similar states.

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    • Will Weissert and Bill Barrow
    Members of the Druze minority attend a memorial ceremony for those killed in a rocket strike in the village of Majdal Shams.

    Don’t bomb Beirut: US urges Israel to rein in response

    Washington is racing to avert a full-blown war between Israel and the Iranian-backed Lebanese group Hezbollah after the soccer field attack that killed 12 children.

    • Maya Gebeily, Laila Bassam and Timour Azhari

    Harris backs Biden’s call for Supreme Court reform

    The president’s proposals include term limits for justices and a constitutional amendment on presidential immunity.

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    • James Politi and Stefania Palma

    In tougher job market, aspiring bankers skip class to ‘stack’ internships

    Goldman Sachs had 31.5 per cent more internship applications in Singapore this year, and graduate recruitment is now so competitive that “internships are where you can get the foot in the door”.

    • Bernadette Toh

    These key voters are blocking Harris’ path to White House

    The vice president needs to lift her support among non-white and working-class voters if she is to stand a chance against Donald Trump, new analysis shows.

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    • Matthew Cranston

    ‘Nervous wreck’ O’Callaghan leads new generation of swimmers

    It was a come from behind race for the ages, as Mollie O’Callaghan defeated Ariarne Titmus in the 200m freestyle.

    • Ian Ransom

    Opinion & Analysis

    China’s low-tech manufacturers hanging on by their fingernails

    China is shifting more to high-tech and EV manufacturing as its clothing, toy and furniture factories struggle against anaemic orders, trade restrictions and competition.

    William Langley

    Contributor

    Unfunny J.D. Vance shows why he’s no Trump

    The former president’s running mate lacks charisma, charm and a sense of humour – and has real ideology on critical issues.

    Jemima Kelly

    Contributor

    How the Domino’s Japanese dream died

    The pizza business failed to recognise that Japan’s explosive growth in lockdown was due to its convenient delivery service rather than a shift in consumer taste.

    Staff

    Contributor

    Kamalanomics: Harris’ economic vision for America’s middle class

    The Democratic campaign will challenge Donald Trump’s claims to represent working people and secure Joe Biden’s legacy.

    Colby Smith and James Politi

    Contributor

    From the Financial Times

    China’s low-tech manufacturers hanging on by their fingernails

    China is shifting more to high-tech and EV manufacturing as its clothing, toy and furniture factories struggle against anaemic orders, trade restrictions and competition.

    • 45 mins ago
    • William Langley

    Harris backs Biden’s call for Supreme Court reform

    The president’s proposals include term limits for justices and a constitutional amendment on presidential immunity.

    • Updated
    • James Politi and Stefania Palma

    Unfunny J.D. Vance shows why he’s no Trump

    The former president’s running mate lacks charisma, charm and a sense of humour – and has real ideology on critical issues.

    • Jemima Kelly
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    China’s low-tech manufacturers hanging on by their fingernails

    China is shifting more to high-tech and EV manufacturing as its clothing, toy and furniture factories struggle against anaemic orders, trade restrictions and competition.

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    The Paris Olympics 2024 day three.

    The best pictures from day three of the Olympics

    The photo highlights from day three include a crashing skateboarder, a colourful equestrian moment and a golden finish for Australia’s swimmers.

    J.D Vance campaigns with his daughter in Waite Park, Minnesota.

    Unfunny J.D. Vance shows why he’s no Trump

    The former president’s running mate lacks charisma, charm and a sense of humour – and has real ideology on critical issues.

    • Jemima Kelly
    The new Barangaroo Metro station.

    Sydney metro line opening delayed days before start date

    The $21.6 billion metro rail line needs more safety checks; Seine water quality not good enough for athletes; What to watch on day four of the Olympics. Follow for updates.

    • Staff Writers
    Two of the all-time greats.

    Surly Djokovic finally gets his Olympic tennis showdown

    The Serb has griped about absurdly mismatched contests. On Monday, his Games went from the ridiculous to the sublime, as he faced arch-rival Rafael Nadal.

    • Hans van Leeuwen
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    Boxer Harry Garside’s Olympic dreams are over.

    Heartbreak and heroism in the Paris pressure cooker

    A sobbing end to Harry Garside’s boxing hopes and a “disaster” for the Opals, but “happy tears” for O’Callaghan and Titmus. Here’s what you missed overnight.

    • Hans van Leeuwen
    Chris Burton on Shadow Man in the arena at Chateau de Versailles.

    He borrowed a horse – and then won an Olympic medal

    Rank outsider Chris Burton grabbed an unexpected silver medal in eventing on a borrowed horse he has only been riding for five months.

    • Ian Chadband

    Yesterday

    Steph Talbot’s shooting wasn’t enough.

    Off-colour Opals stunned by Nigeria in major upset

    Australia now have to beat fifth-ranked Canada and seventh-ranked France to have a chance of getting a fifth medal for Lauren Jackson.

    • Murray Wenzel
    Giorgia Meloni with Chinese Premier Li Qiang in Beijing.

    Meloni vows to ‘relaunch’ cooperation with China

    Italy was the only Group of Seven country to join the massive Belt and Road Initiative, but it withdrew last year under US pressure over Beijing’s economic reach.

    • Giselda Vagnoni and Laurie Chen
    Foreign ministers at the Quad meeting in Tokyo on Monday. From left: India’s S.  Jaishankar, Japan’s Yoko Kamikawa, Australia’s Penny Wong, and US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken.

    Quad expands maritime coverage to combat China aggression

    Quad member countries will expand their maritime data sharing program as China’s aggression in critical waterways ramps up.

    • Staff reporters
    Mourners attend a funeral held for 10 of the victims of Saturday’s  rocket attack in the Golan Heights.

    Israel hits Hezbollah for Golan carnage, but eyes Gaza truce talks

    PM Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed to exact a ‘heavy price’ from Hezbollah, which has been trading fire with Israel across the Lebanese border in solidarity with Hamas.

    • Dan Williams
    President Nicolas Maduro addresses supporters gathered outside the Miraflores presidential palace after electoral authorities declared him the winner.

    Maduro declared winner in Venezuela’s disputed presidential election

    Nicolás Maduro will face the challenge of legitimising the vote to his people and the rest of the world, given his government’s history of repression and fraudulent elections.

    • Patricia Laya and Andreina Itriago Acosta
    Domino’s Pizza boss Don Meij has been determined to crack Japan.

    How the Domino’s Japanese dream died

    The pizza business failed to recognise that Japan’s explosive growth in lockdown was due to its convenient delivery service rather than a shift in consumer taste.

    • Staff
    Former US president Donald Trump is positioning himself as a pro-crypto candidate.

    Australians welcome Trump’s pro-crypto stand

    Crypto traders say Donald Trump’s pledges to end the “persecution” of the industry and sack SEC chairman Gary Gensler are a good start.

    • Staff reporters
    Kamala Harris on the campaign trail at the weekend. She is already embracing the most popular parts of Joe Biden’s plans.

    Kamalanomics: Harris’ economic vision for America’s middle class

    The Democratic campaign will challenge Donald Trump’s claims to represent working people and secure Joe Biden’s legacy.

    • Colby Smith and James Politi
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    ‘Um, so what is brat?’

    The British pop star is providing the soundtrack to Kamala Harris’ presidential campaign.

    • Lilah Raptopoulos
    Jessica Fox of Australia competes in the women's kayak single finals during the canoe slalom at the 2024 Summer Olympics, Sunday, July 28, 2024, in Vaires-sur-Marne, France. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth)

    Why Jess Fox’s long-coveted gold came at just the right time and place

    The talismanic Aussie kayaker was buoyed by the huge support from the green-and-gold fans. But the French cheered her on too – she’s almost one of their own.

    • Hans van Leeuwen
    A digital composite of Simone Biles on the balance beam.

    Biles outshines star-studded audience in Olympic return

    Lady Gaga, Ariane Grande, Anna Wintour and even Baz Luhrmann were among the celebrities on hand to see Simone Biles’ Olympic return.

    • Gabrielle Tétrault-Farber, Karen Braun and Rory Carroll
    Ariarne Titmus and Mollie O’Callaghan, the two fastest women in the world, will meet again in a blockbuster final.

    Aussie women set up golden freestyle showdown

    The women’s 200m freestyle final is shaping up as the mother of all club meets between training partners Ariarne Titmus and Molly O’Callaghan.

    • Steve Larkin and Roger Vaughan
    Leon Marchand of Team France celebrates on the podium during the Swimming medal ceremony after the Men’s 400m Individual Medley Final on day two.

    French swimming sensation rises as star of the games

    Leon Marchand has drawn comparisons to American champion Michael Phelps and has lived up to those staggering expectations with his first gold medal on day two.

    • Paul Newberry