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The IndependentTrump gave Harris a shocking two-word compliment after the debate
Presidential candidates both attended a memorial ceremony at Ground Zero hours after the debate
- Yahoo News Australia
Tourists travelling outback Australia issue grim warning: 'So many horror stories'
The problem is rife across many regional Aussie towns with travellers on the road sharing their experiences.
- Cosmo
Rita Ora just blessed our timelines with a new nude selfie
There simply aren't enough fire emojis, for Rita Ora's latest Instagram Story upload which sees her completely nude.
- Reuters
Kremlin says it disagrees with Turkey's Erdogan that Crimea should return to Kyiv's control
MOSCOW (Reuters) -Russia completely disagrees with comments from Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan that Crimea should return to Ukrainian control, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Friday. Erdogan said this week that Turkish support for Ukraine's territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence was unwavering, and that the return of Crimea - which Russia seized from Ukraine and annexed in 2014 - was a requirement of international law.
- HuffPost UK
Robert De Niro Pulls No Punches As He Tears Into 'Clown' Donald Trump
The two-time Oscar winner also branded Trump's current presidential bid "insanity".
- The Daily Beast
Trump Reveals Who He Will Blame If He Loses Election
Is Donald Trump gearing up to blame old folks if he loses the presidential election to Kamala Harris in November? It sure sounded that way Thursday at a rally held by the former president in Tucson, Arizona, where he took note of the changing demographic of his supporters and wondered aloud if they will be to blame if he’s defeated on Election Day.“We have a lot of young people here,” Trump said. “My audiences, they’ve gotten younger and younger, do you notice that?”Read more at The Daily Beast.
- Yahoo News Australia
Warning after tourist's 'risky' stunt near Aussie river: 'Never do that'
The move, which was filmed and shared on social media, shocked local residents and experts.
- Parade
Bianca Censori Rocks Risqué Sheer 2-Piece With Kanye West Following a Break
The look is a return to form—for 2024, at least—for the Australian model.
- Evening Standard
Who is Lady Sarah McCorquodale? Princess Diana's sister supports Prince William at military ceremony
Prince William’s aunt turned up to offer support for her late sister’s son
- Yahoo Finance AU
China collapse fuelling $180 billion bloodbath as Australia's backbone threatened
China's economic spiral could impact Aussies in ways they didn't imagine; from an interest rate cut to the collapse of an industry supporting our nation.
- The Independent
Travis Kelce shares thoughts on Elon Musk’s Tesla Cybertruck following Taylor Swift mockery
The Kansas City Chiefs player has been dating Swift since 2023
- The Independent
The Simpsons star Hank Azaria responds to Trump’s Springfield pet eating claims as Chief Wiggum
Trump’s claims have been debunked and widely ridiculed
- Yahoo Sport Australia
Nathan Cleary in NRL finals masterclass for Penrith as Roosters dudded by 'horrible' call
The Roosters were filthy about the controversial decision. More here.
- HuffPost
Dem Lawmaker Points To Moment That ‘Brought Me Right Back Down To Earth’ After Debate High
Michigan Rep. Debbie Dingell calls to mind the stark reality check.
- The Daily Beast
Pope Slams Trump and Harris: Vote For ‘Lesser of Two Evils’
Pope Francis delivered a searing indictment of both Donald Trump and Kamala Harris Friday as he unexpectedly intervened in the presidential election.A reporter from CBS News asked the supreme pontiff what a Catholic voter should do when faced with one candidate who supports abortion rights and the other who advocates deporting millions of migrants. “They are both against life,” the Pope responded, “the one who throws away migrants and the one who kills children.”The Pope touched on two issues th
- The Hill
US tanks weren’t ready for Russian attacks. Ukraine has a fix
The American-made M1 Abrams is considered one of the world’s premier tanks, yet has still proven vulnerable to Russian drones and explosives on the battlefield in Ukraine, which had sidelined the armored behemoth. But Ukraine has now improved the Abrams, better protecting it through a relatively simple method: steel cages wrapped around the frame. Ukrainian…
- Parade
Fans Say Sharon Stone, 66, Is 'Shining' as She Flaunts Fit Bod in Animal-Print Bikini
The 'Basic Instinct' star is about to start filming 'Nobody 2.'
- HuffPost
Maggie Haberman Hits Donald Trump With The Triggering Truth About His New Spin
The New York Times journalist pushed back at the former president's latest claim.
- Yahoo Finance AU
$700 cost-of-living cash injection Aussies could claim this month
Feeling low on cash? You're not alone. Here's how you can cash in as the cost of living continues to bite.
- Yahoo News Australia
Road rule loophole sees driver avoid $247 fine after being caught on camera speeding
Motorists in one state can have their fine waived, despite many not knowing about this provision in the road rules.