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The World Today is a comprehensive current affairs program which backgrounds, analyses, interprets and encourages debate on events and issues of interest and importance to all Australians.

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US urges a 'more surgical' war in Gaza

US urges a 'more surgical' war in Gaza

Israel is being urged to change the way it's fighting in Gaza, to avoid more civilians being hurt or killed.

19 Dec 2023

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Qld authorities prepare to evacuate entire town

Qld authorities prepare to evacuate entire town

Across far north Queensland, hundreds have been rescued from rising floodwaters, as authorities say the entire town of W... Read more

18 Dec 2023

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Kathleen Folbigg acquitted of child murders

The NSW mother, once labelled Australia's worst serial killer, has today had all her convictions quashed.

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Australia calls for Gaza ceasefire at UN vote

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Australia breaks from the US and UK in supporting a UN resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.

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Steven Miles to take over as Qld premier

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Tighter controls on student visas

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