Sixteen injured in fire at Cairo convention hall
At least 16 people were injured on Wednesday (March 4) when a large fire broke out at a convention hall in Cairo.
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After initially blocking Xavier Bartlett's off-season spell with English county Kent, Cricket Australia has agreed to allow to pacer to play a stint of T20s.
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Nothing will stop Rwanda policy, UK's Sunak says
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Solomon Islands faces tense wait for election results
The Solomon Islands election is being watched by Australia, China and the United States because of the potential impact on regional security.
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EU staffer arrested in Germany for spying for China
A European Union parliamentary staffer accused of passing information about EU legislature discussions to Chinese intelligence has been arrested in Germany.
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GWS captain Greene suspended, Giants' Hogan cleared
GWS captain Toby Greene will miss the clash with the Brisbane Lions after failing to clear himself of a one-game rough conduct ban at the AFL tribunal.
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Crime turning corner after 'disturbing' surge: premier
The Queensland premier says the state's crime rates are turning the corner after a "disturbing surge" but the new police commissioner says it is early days.
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In-form Holmes stays at Cats with four-year deal
Geelong have secured young talent Max Holmes on a four-year deal, ending growing speculation about his AFL future beyond this season.
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Bombers face Anzac Day litmus test against Magpies
Essendon captain Zach Merrett says Anzac Day will show them how far they have come since Collingwood mauled them at the end of last season.
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Australia backs report on Palestine aid agency
An independent report that revealed Israel had not provided evidence of links between Hamas and a UN relief agency in Palestine has been welcomed by Australia.
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Woman's hospital death from over-sedation 'preventable'
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Re-signing Foran a must for Titans jigsaw: Sattler
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Mariners forward Torres charged with sexual assault
Central Coast Mariners forward Angel Torres has been charged with sexual assault and stood down from team duties.
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Victim's family 'justifiably angry' over bailed accused
Daniel Billings allegedly murdered his ex-girlfriend while on bail facing a string of violent charges, including raping and stalking her, a court has been told.
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Couple fume at 'eyesore' built in front of waterfront property
The couple were given no heads up before workers appeared in front of their home to construct the almost two-metre structure.
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Sharks in limbo as Trindall 'fails roadside tests'
Cronulla NRL star Braydon Trindall has allegedly failed roadside drug and alcohol tests, with the club standing the playmaker down with immediate effect.
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Irankunda dreams of Socceroos despite Olyroos snub
Nestory Irankunda says he wanted to join the Olyroos for the U23 Asian Cup but is still dreaming of playing for the Socceroos despite the disappointment.
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'Predatory' behaviour led to Indigenous teens' deaths
The 1987 deaths of two Indigenous teenage girls would likely have been better investigated had the girls been white, a state coroner has concluded.
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Mam proud of stance on slur, prepared to meet Leniu
Brisbane No.6 Ezra Mam has broken his silence on Spencer Leniu's racial slur, saying he has no regrets about how he handled it, and he is open to meeting Leniu.
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Off-contract Petaia eyes season-ending shoulder surgery
Queensland Reds and Wallabies back Jordan Petaia will likely have shoulder surgery that will bring an early end to the season for the off-contract talent.
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Arthur's 'part-time footy team' barb stokes Eels' fire
Parramatta prop Junior Paulo says coach Brad Arthur was right to call out the Eels squad for their lacklustre performance against the Dolphins.